Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsSSR Mining Inc (SSRM)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$256.61
-3.88%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.47B
SSRM
SSR Mining Inc
$28.81
+2.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 910% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $1.63B). SSRM leads profitability with a 24.3% profit margin vs 12.8%. SSRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.02. SSRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SSRM
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 43.1%
Revenue surging 61.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 2967.0% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : SSRM
The strongest argument for SSRM centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.3% and operating margin at 43.1%. Revenue growth of 61.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SSRM
No major red flags identified for SSRM, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while SSRM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ECL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
SSRM is growing revenue faster at 61.4% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (758M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SSRM scores higher overall (82/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 24.3% margins and 61.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
SSR Mining Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
SSR Mining Inc. is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and operation of precious metal resource properties in Turkey and the Americas. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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