Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsFlexible Solutions International Inc (FSI)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$257.97
+1.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.12B
FSI
Flexible Solutions International Inc
$6.40
-1.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $79.74M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 41722% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $39.34M). ECL leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs 2.1%. ECL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.31. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
FSI
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
-13.1%
Fair Value
$5.28
Current Price
$6.40
$1.12 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 50.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : FSI
The strongest argument for FSI centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : FSI
The primary concerns for FSI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 104.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
FSI is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 42/100). 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.
Flexible Solutions International Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Flexible Solutions International, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets specialty chemicals that slow the evaporation of water in Canada, the United States, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Taber, Canada.
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