Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsEchoStar Corporation (SATS)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$254.22
-0.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.46B
SATS
EchoStar Corporation
$127.15
+3.69%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $36.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 10% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $15.00B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs -96.6%. SATS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SATS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
+66.0%
Fair Value
$323.23
Current Price
$127.15
$196.08 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -111.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.3%
Earnings declined 85.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : SATS
PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SATS
The primary concerns for SATS are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.40 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while SATS is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SATS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — 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 34/100). SATS offers better value entry with a 66.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
EchoStar Corporation
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
EchoStar Corporation provides broadband satellite technologies and broadband Internet services. The company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
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