Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsNexa Resources SA (NEXA)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$276.18
+1.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $80.38B
NEXA
Nexa Resources SA
$13.31
+1.29%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 386% more annual revenue ($16.84B vs $3.46B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 8.0%. NEXA trades at a lower P/E of 6.2x. NEXA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
NEXA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
-43.8%
Fair Value
$8.61
Current Price
$13.31
$4.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 6235.0% YoY
Revenue surging 28.2% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.3% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : NEXA
The strongest argument for NEXA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 28.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : NEXA
The primary concerns for NEXA are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.54 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while NEXA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEXA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
NEXA is growing revenue faster at 28.2% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEXA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 53/100) and 28.2% 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.
Nexa Resources SA
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Nexa Resources SA is dedicated to the zinc mining and smelting business. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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