Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsSensient Technologies Corporation (SXT)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$257.97
+1.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $72.12B
SXT
Sensient Technologies Corporation
$112.19
-0.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 894% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $1.66B). ECL leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs 8.7%. SXT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.74. SXT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SXT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
Earnings expanding 28.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : SXT
The strongest argument for SXT centers on Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SXT
The primary concerns for SXT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
SXT is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SXT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100) and 11.1% revenue growth. 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.
Sensient Technologies Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sensient Technologies Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets colors, flavors, and other specialty ingredients in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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