Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsCVR Partners LP (UAN)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$260.60
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.47B
UAN
CVR Partners LP
$133.27
-0.72%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 2615% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $606.04M). UAN leads profitability with a 16.3% profit margin vs 12.8%. UAN trades at a lower P/E of 14.3x. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
UAN
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
-56.5%
Fair Value
$70.28
Current Price
$133.27
$62.99 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
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Earnings expanding 1031.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 6.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Operating margin of -3.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : UAN
The strongest argument for UAN centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.3% and operating margin at -3.8%.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : UAN
The primary concerns for UAN are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while UAN is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
ECL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — 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.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 48/100). 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.
CVR Partners LP
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
CVR Partners, LP, produces and distributes nitrogen fertilizer products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
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