Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$280.23
+0.26%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.57B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$135.35
-0.20%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $66.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 431% more annual revenue ($16.84B vs $3.17B). WPM leads profitability with a 64.7% profit margin vs 12.6%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
WPM
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
-47.2%
Fair Value
$92.11
Current Price
$135.35
$43.24 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 65 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 72.3%
Revenue surging 84.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 85.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.3% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 64.7% and operating margin at 72.3%. Revenue growth of 84.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while WPM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 84.7% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 64.7% margins and 84.7% 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.
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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