Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsCVR Partners LP (UAN)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$279.49
+1.50%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.57B
UAN
CVR Partners LP
$122.70
-2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 2388% more annual revenue ($16.84B vs $676.86M). UAN leads profitability with a 23.7% profit margin vs 12.6%. UAN trades at a lower P/E of 8.5x. UAN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
UAN
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
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
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.4%
Earnings expanding 99.9% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.3% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
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 P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.7% and operating margin at 42.4%. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : UAN
The primary concerns for UAN are Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.64 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while UAN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ECL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
UAN is growing revenue faster at 20.0% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UAN scores higher overall (70/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 23.7% margins and 20.0% 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.
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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