Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$257.97
+1.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.12B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$281.38
-0.59%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $37.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 104% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $8.06B). VMC leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 12.8%. ECL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.31. VMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
VMC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
-89.4%
Fair Value
$168.84
Current Price
$281.38
$112.54 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
Earnings expanding 29.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 57/100). 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.
Vulcan Materials Company
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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