Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsMinerals Technologies Inc (MTX)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$268.54
+1.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $74.91B
MTX
Minerals Technologies Inc
$70.18
+3.45%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 676% more annual revenue ($16.08B vs $2.07B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs -89.0%. MTX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.22. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
ECL
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
MTX
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-142.8%
Fair Value
$125.04
Current Price
$268.54
$143.50 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MTX.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 30.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -79.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 28.8%
Currently unprofitable
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 : MTX
The strongest argument for MTX centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 30.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MTX
The primary concerns for MTX are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
MTX is growing revenue faster at 30.0% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (758M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (55/100 vs 43/100) and 17.8% revenue growth. 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.
Minerals Technologies Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Minerals Technologies Inc. develops, produces and markets a variety of specialty mineral, synthetic mineral and mineral products, and supporting systems and services. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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