BHP Group Limited (BHP)vsEcolab Inc (ECL)
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$87.15
-0.23%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $229.80B
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$276.18
+1.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $80.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 249% more annual revenue ($58.76B vs $16.84B). BHP leads profitability with a 16.7% profit margin vs 12.6%. ECL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.95. BHP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
BHP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.3%
18.3% revenue growth
Generating 7.7B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.3% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BHP
The strongest argument for BHP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.7% and operating margin at 43.3%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BHP profiles as a growth stock while ECL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ECL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
BHP is growing revenue faster at 18.3% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (7.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BHP scores higher overall (57/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 16.7% margins and 18.3% revenue growth. 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.
BHP Group Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
BHP Group engages in the natural resources business in Australia, Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, the rest of Asia, North America, South America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
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.
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