Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsOil-Dri Corporation Of America (ODC)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$269.46
-0.82%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $80.38B
ODC
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
$88.88
+1.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 3339% more annual revenue ($16.84B vs $489.76M). ECL leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 11.4%. ECL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.95. ODC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
ODC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
-25.1%
Fair Value
$52.90
Current Price
$88.88
$35.98 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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 25.3% YoY
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : ODC
The strongest argument for ODC centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ODC
The primary concerns for ODC are Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (489M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ODC scores higher overall (57/100 vs 53/100). 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.
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Oil-Dri Corporation of America, develops, manufactures and markets absorbent products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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