Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsSuzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR (SUZ)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$260.60
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.47B
SUZ
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
$8.87
-0.67%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $11.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR generates 205% more annual revenue ($50.12B vs $16.45B). SUZ leads profitability with a 26.8% profit margin vs 12.8%. SUZ trades at a lower P/E of 4.1x. SUZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SUZ
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
+71.3%
Fair Value
$38.95
Current Price
$8.87
$30.08 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 7.5%
Earnings declined 38.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : SUZ
The strongest argument for SUZ centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.8% and operating margin at 16.9%.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SUZ
The primary concerns for SUZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.43 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while SUZ is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
ECL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
SUZ generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 57/100). SUZ offers better value entry with a 71.3% margin of safety. 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.
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · PAPER & PAPER PRODUCTS · USA
Suzano SA produces and sells eucalyptus pulp and paper products in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Salvador, Brazil.
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