Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsAmericas Silver Corp (USAS)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$276.18
+1.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $80.38B
USAS
Americas Silver Corp
$5.05
-0.79%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 9175% more annual revenue ($16.84B vs $181.59M). ECL leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs -26.3%. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
USAS
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
-31.5%
Fair Value
$4.05
Current Price
$5.05
$1.00 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Revenue surging 72.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.3% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -24.5% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : USAS
The strongest argument for USAS centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 72.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : USAS
The primary concerns for USAS are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while USAS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
USAS carries more volatility with a beta of 2.28 — expect wider price swings.
USAS is growing revenue faster at 72.1% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (53/100 vs 29/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Americas Silver Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Americas Gold and Silver Corporation is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and operation of mineral properties in North America. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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