Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsMako Mining Corp Common Stock (MAKO)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$254.22
-0.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.46B
MAKO
Mako Mining Corp Common Stock
$8.12
+4.37%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $711.02M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 10981% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $148.47M). MAKO leads profitability with a 22.7% profit margin vs 12.8%. MAKO trades at a lower P/E of 19.8x. MAKO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
MAKO
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.5%
Revenue surging 74.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 209.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : MAKO
The strongest argument for MAKO centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.7% and operating margin at 45.5%. Revenue growth of 74.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MAKO
The primary concerns for MAKO are Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while MAKO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MAKO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
MAKO is growing revenue faster at 74.7% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MAKO scores higher overall (68/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 22.7% margins and 74.7% 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.
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