Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsCVR Partners LP (UAN)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$281.20
+1.43%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $79.83B
UAN
CVR Partners LP
$109.87
-1.72%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 2458% more annual revenue ($16.45B vs $643.22M). UAN leads profitability with a 18.9% profit margin vs 12.8%. UAN trades at a lower P/E of 9.5x. UAN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
ECL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
UAN
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.5%
Earnings expanding 84.3% YoY
Revenue surging 26.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : UAN
The strongest argument for UAN centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 32.5%. Revenue growth of 26.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UAN
The primary concerns for UAN are Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.86 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ECL profiles as a value stock while UAN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ECL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
UAN is growing revenue faster at 26.0% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (97M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UAN scores higher overall (71/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 18.9% margins and 26.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
CVR Partners LP
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
CVR Partners, LP, produces and distributes nitrogen fertilizer products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
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