Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsTradeweb Markets Inc (TW)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$268.54
+1.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $74.91B
TW
Tradeweb Markets Inc
$119.95
-2.74%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $26.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 684% more annual revenue ($16.08B vs $2.05B). TW leads profitability with a 39.6% profit margin vs 12.9%. ECL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.73. TW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ECL
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
TW
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-142.8%
Fair Value
$125.04
Current Price
$268.54
$143.50 premium
Margin of Safety
+34.8%
Fair Value
$176.44
Current Price
$119.95
$56.49 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
17.8% revenue growth
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.4%
Earnings expanding 128.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TW
The strongest argument for TW centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.6% and operating margin at 42.4%. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TW
The primary concerns for TW are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a growth stock while TW is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ECL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 17.8% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (758M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TW scores higher overall (67/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 39.6% margins and 12.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Tradeweb Markets Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Tradeweb Markets Inc. creates and operates electronic marketplaces in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and internationally.
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