Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsAmericas Silver Corp (USAS)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$257.97
+1.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.12B
USAS
Americas Silver Corp
$5.83
+5.81%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 10044% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $162.19M). ECL leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs -35.6%. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
USAS
Hold35
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
-45.0%
Fair Value
$3.64
Current Price
$5.83
$2.19 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
Strong operational efficiency at 39.9%
Revenue surging 187.9% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 8.4x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -24.5% — below average capital efficiency
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 Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 187.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : USAS
The primary concerns for USAS are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
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 2.14 — expect wider price swings.
USAS is growing revenue faster at 187.9% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 35/100). 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.
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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