Ecolab Inc (ECL)

Currency in USD
270.55
+2.44(+0.91%)
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Pre Market
270.60+0.05(+0.02%)
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Full Analysis
Has raised its dividend for 39 consecutive years
Earnings results expected in 6 days
Fair Value
Day's Range
267.72270.79
52 wk Range
220.96274.17
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
270.55
Open
268.26
Day's Range
267.72-270.79
52 wk Range
220.96-274.17
Volume
1.11M
Average Volume (3m)
1.21M
1-Year Change
9.82%
Book Value / Share
31.29
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
276.21
Upside
+2.09%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
Trading at a low P/E ratio relative to near-term earnings growth

Ecolab Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

Ecolab Inc Company Profile

Ecolab Inc. provides water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions and services in the United States and internationally. The company operates through four reportable segments: Global Industrial, Global Institutional & Specialty, Global Healthcare & Life Sciences, and Global Pest Elimination. The Global Industrial segment offers water treatment and process applications, and cleaning and sanitizing solutions to manufacturing, food and beverage processing, transportation, chemical, metals and mining, power generation, refining, pulp and paper, and petrochemical industries. The Global Institutional & Specialty segment provides cleaning and sanitizing products to the foodservice, hospitality, lodging, government and education, and retail industries. The Global Healthcare & Life Sciences segment offers cleaning and sanitizing products, such as infection prevention, and end-to-end cleaning and contamination control solutions to the healthcare, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries under the Ecolab, Bioquell, Purolite, and Anios brand names. The Global Pest Elimination segment provides pest elimination services to detect, prevent, and eliminate pests comprising rodents and insects in full-service and quick-service restaurants, food and beverage processors, hotels, grocery operations, and other commercial segments, including education, life sciences, and healthcare. It sells its products through field sales and corporate account personnel, distributors, and dealers. Ecolab Inc. was founded in 1923 and is headquartered in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Industry
Chemicals
Employees
48000

Ecolab Inc SWOT Analysis


Digital Innovation
Explore Ecolab's strategic focus on digital solutions, enhancing customer value and operational efficiency across water treatment and hygiene sectors
Market Leadership
Delve into Ecolab's strong positioning in water, hygiene, and infection prevention, with a $74 billion market cap and robust pricing powe
Growth Prospects
Learn about Ecolab's expansion into high-growth areas like data centers and life sciences, targeting 12-15% EPS growth and 20% adjusted operating margin by 2027
Analyst Outlook
Discover varied analyst perspectives, with price targets ranging from $240 to $307, reflecting confidence in Ecolab's strategy amid market challenges
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Ecolab Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2025

  • Ecolab Q1 2025 EPS met forecast at $1.5; revenue slightly missed at $3.7B; stock rose 3.2% to $239.03
  • 12% EPS growth, 3% organic sales increase; Ecolab Digital segment grew 12%, reaching $320M annualized revenue
  • Strong performance in Life Sciences and Biopharma; challenges in industrial sectors noted
  • Full-year EPS guidance maintained; Q2 organic sales growth expected similar to Q1
  • CEO emphasizes focus on innovation, market share growth, and digital strategy expansion
Last Updated: 29/04/2025, 19:16
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Compare ECL to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
ECL
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
36.5x24.8x2.7x
PEG Ratio
1.00−0.170.00
Price/Book
8.6x1.2x1.6x
Price / LTM Sales
4.9x0.6x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
2.6%10.0%18.5%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

12 Buy
13 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
26 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 276.21
(+2.09% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 7.41%
Dividend Yield
0.96%
Industry Median 2.37%
Annualised payout
2.60
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+5.58%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 29, 2025
EPS / Forecast
1.50 / 1.50
Revenue / Forecast
3.70B / 3.71B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

ECL Income Statement

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FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does Ecolab Trade On?

Ecolab is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Ecolab?

The stock symbol for Ecolab is "ECL."

What Is the Ecolab Market Cap?

As of today, Ecolab market cap is 76.70B.

What Is Ecolab's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Ecolab EPS (TTM) is 7.41.

When Is the Next Ecolab Earnings Date?

Ecolab will release its next earnings report on 28 Jul 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is ECL a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Ecolab Stock Split?

Ecolab has split 4 times.

How Many Employees Does Ecolab Have?

Ecolab has 48000 employees.

What is the current trading status of Ecolab (ECL)?

As of 23 Jul 2025, Ecolab (ECL) is trading at a price of 270.55, with a previous close of 270.55. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 267.72 to 270.79, while its 52-week range spans from 220.96 to 274.17.

What Is Ecolab (ECL) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Ecolab is USD276.21095, with a high estimate of USD320 and a low estimate of USD230. 12 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +2.09% Upside potential.
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