Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsTitan America SA (TTAM)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$276.18
+1.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $80.38B
TTAM
Titan America SA
$14.60
-0.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 884% more annual revenue ($16.84B vs $1.71B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 10.3%. TTAM trades at a lower P/E of 16.1x. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
TTAM
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.3% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 17.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : TTAM
The strongest argument for TTAM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : TTAM
The primary concerns for TTAM are EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (53/100 vs 47/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Titan America SA
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Titan America SA (TTAM) is a leading entity in the U.S. cement and construction materials sector, distinguished for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company operates strategically located facilities that optimize distribution, catering to the increasing demand driven by robust infrastructure investments across the country. By focusing on advanced technologies to enhance production efficiency, Titan America maintains a strong competitive advantage. As the construction industry adapts to evolving needs, TTAM is positioned for significant growth and sustained success in a dynamic marketplace.
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