Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsMartin Marietta Materials Inc (MLM)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$260.60
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.47B
MLM
Martin Marietta Materials Inc
$619.07
+1.01%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $37.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 168% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $6.15B). MLM leads profitability with a 18.5% profit margin vs 12.8%. ECL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.46. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
MLM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
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 23.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : MLM
The strongest argument for MLM centers on Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.5% and operating margin at 23.1%.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MLM
The primary concerns for MLM are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while MLM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MLM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (758M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 51/100). 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.
Martin Marietta Materials Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. is an American-based company. The company is a supplier of aggregates and heavy building materials, with operations spanning 26 states, Canada and the Caribbean. In particular, Martin Marietta supplies the resources for roads, sidewalks and foundations.
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