Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsTexas Instruments Incorporated (TXN)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$268.54
+1.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $74.91B
TXN
Texas Instruments Incorporated
$196.77
+1.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $179.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Texas Instruments Incorporated generates 10% more annual revenue ($17.68B vs $16.08B). TXN leads profitability with a 28.3% profit margin vs 12.9%. TXN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. TXN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ECL
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
TXN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
-430.9%
Fair Value
$37.06
Current Price
$196.77
$159.71 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
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
Trading at 11.0x book value
Earnings declined 3.2%
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 : TXN
The strongest argument for TXN centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.3% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TXN
The primary concerns for TXN are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a growth stock while TXN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TXN 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.
TXN generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TXN scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 28.3% margins and 10.4% revenue growth. 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.
Texas Instruments Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) is an American technology company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, that designs and manufactures semiconductors and various integrated circuits, which it sells to electronics designers and manufacturers globally. It is one of the top 10 semiconductor companies worldwide based on sales volume.
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