Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsTC Energy Corp (TRP)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$254.22
-0.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.46B
TRP
TC Energy Corp
$64.75
-0.54%
ENERGY · Cap: $67.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 6% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $15.48B). TRP leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 12.8%. ECL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.35. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TRP
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
-33.9%
Fair Value
$45.51
Current Price
$64.75
$19.24 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 8.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : TRP
The strongest argument for TRP centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.2% and operating margin at 47.5%.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TRP
The primary concerns for TRP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.23 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while TRP is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
TRP generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 55/100). 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.
TC Energy Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
TC Energy Corporation is an energy infrastructure company in North America. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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