Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsOrion Engineered Carbons SA (OEC)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$269.34
+1.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $75.59B
OEC
Orion Engineered Carbons SA
$7.18
-1.37%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $419.53M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 820% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $1.79B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs -5.0%. OEC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
OEC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.5%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -23.5% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : OEC
The strongest argument for OEC centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : OEC
The primary concerns for OEC are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while OEC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
OEC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ecolab Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Ecolab Inc., headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, is an American corporation that develops and offers services, technology and systems that specialize in water treatment, purification, cleaning and hygiene in a wide variety of applications. It helps organizations both private market as well as public treat their water, not only for drinking directly, but also for use in food, healthcare, hospitality related safety and industry.
Orion Engineered Carbons SA
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Orion Engineered Carbons SA, produces and sells carbon black products in Germany, the United States, South Korea, Brazil, China, South Africa, the rest of Europe and internationally. The company is headquartered in Senningerberg, Luxembourg.
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