Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsTrane Technologies plc (TT)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$263.42
+2.24%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $73.29B
TT
Trane Technologies plc
$488.18
+2.25%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $107.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Trane Technologies plc generates 31% more annual revenue ($21.60B vs $16.45B). TT leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs 12.8%. ECL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.37. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.6x book value
Earnings declined 2.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : TT
The strongest argument for TT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TT
The primary concerns for TT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (758M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 52/100). 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.
Trane Technologies plc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Trane Technologies plc is an American Irish domiciled diversified industrial manufacturing company. It is headquartered near Dublin, Ireland.
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