Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsLoop Industries Inc (LOOP)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$257.97
+1.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.12B
LOOP
Loop Industries Inc
$1.30
-6.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $57.52M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 3200737% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $514,000). ECL leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs 0.0%. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
LOOP
Avoid13
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
+47.7%
Fair Value
$2.39
Current Price
$1.30
$1.09 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% 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 : LOOP
The strongest argument for LOOP centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LOOP
The primary concerns for LOOP are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LOOP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — 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.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 13/100). LOOP offers better value entry with a 47.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Loop Industries Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Loop Industries, Inc., a technology company, is focused on depolymerizing waste polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastics and polyester fibers into basic building blocks. The company is headquartered in Terrebonne, Canada.
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