Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$256.48
-0.86%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.64B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$303.53
-2.21%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $76.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 47% more annual revenue ($23.57B vs $16.08B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 10.9%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.69. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
ECL
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
SHW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-142.4%
Fair Value
$125.22
Current Price
$256.48
$131.26 premium
Margin of Safety
-226.9%
Fair Value
$92.84
Current Price
$303.53
$210.69 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
17.8% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Earnings expanding 140.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a growth stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 17.8% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (862M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (55/100 vs 54/100) and 17.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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.
Sherwin-Williams Co
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sherwin Williams Company is a Cleveland, Ohio based company in the paint and coating manufacturing industry. The company primarily engages in the manufacture, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings, floorcoverings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers primarily in North and South America and Europe.
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