Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsUnited States Antimony Corporation (UAMY)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$276.18
+1.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $80.38B
UAMY
United States Antimony Corporation
$4.87
-1.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $778.28M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 46117% more annual revenue ($16.84B vs $36.44M). ECL leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs -44.6%. ECL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
UAMY
Avoid17
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
ROE of -9.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 24.7%
Earnings declined 49.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : UAMY
The strongest argument for UAMY centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : UAMY
The primary concerns for UAMY are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while UAMY is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (53/100 vs 17/100). 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.
United States Antimony Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
United States Antimony Corporation produces and sells antimony, silver, gold, and zeolite products in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Thompson Falls, Montana.
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