Ecolab Inc (ECL)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
ECL
Ecolab Inc
$300.68
-1.68%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $84.98B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$282.72
-0.98%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $36.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ecolab Inc generates 114% more annual revenue ($17.37B vs $8.12B). VMC leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 12.0%. VMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.79. VMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ECL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
VMC
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ECL.
Margin of Safety
-83.8%
Fair Value
$173.96
Current Price
$282.72
$108.76 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.1x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.5% revenue growth
2.7% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ECL
The strongest argument for ECL centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 12.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on Operating Margin.
Bear Case : ECL
The primary concerns for ECL are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 41.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
ECL is growing revenue faster at 12.7% — sustainability is the question.
ECL generates stronger free cash flow (450M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ECL scores higher overall (53/100 vs 53/100) and 12.7% 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.
Vulcan Materials Company
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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