Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsOlin Corporation (OLN)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$276.18
+1.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $80.38B
OLN
Olin Corporation
$17.20
-0.64%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 151% more annual revenue ($16.84B vs $6.70B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs -2.9%. ECL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.95. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
OLN
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.3% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.0%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : OLN
The strongest argument for OLN centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : OLN
The primary concerns for OLN are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while OLN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
OLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — 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.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (53/100 vs 37/100). 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.
Olin Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Olin Corporation manufactures and distributes chemical products in the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Clayton, Missouri.
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