Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsKoppers Holdings Inc (KOP)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$268.54
+1.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $74.91B
KOP
Koppers Holdings Inc
$37.86
+1.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $689.34M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 756% more annual revenue ($16.08B vs $1.88B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 3.0%. KOP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.35. KOP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ECL
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
KOP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-142.8%
Fair Value
$125.04
Current Price
$268.54
$143.50 premium
Margin of Safety
+32.4%
Fair Value
$50.64
Current Price
$37.86
$12.78 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
17.8% revenue growth
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.0% margin — thin
Revenue declined 9.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KOP
The strongest argument for KOP centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : KOP
The primary concerns for KOP are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a growth stock while KOP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KOP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 17.8% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (758M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KOP scores higher overall (59/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Koppers Holdings Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Koppers Holdings Inc. offers treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals, and carbon compounds in the United States, Australasia, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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