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Ecolab Inc. (ECL) Stock Grade

ECL · Basic Materials

A+
Grade updated: September 29, 2026
Computed by the GradeMyInvestments scoring model from revenue growth, profitability, balance-sheet strength, and analyst targets.
Market Cap
$78.9B
P/E Ratio
35.8
Revenue Growth (YoY)
+2.2%
Net Margin
12.9%
Return on Equity
21.2%
Dividend Yield
1.1%

About Ecolab Inc.'s fundamentals

Ecolab is a large-cap specialty chemicals company with a market capitalization of $78.9 billion and a net profit margin of 12.9%, indicating solid profitability relative to its revenue. The company generated 2.2% year-over-year revenue growth and achieved a 21.2% return on equity, demonstrating efficient use of shareholder capital despite modest top-line expansion. At a P/E ratio of 35.8, the stock is priced at a significant premium relative to earnings, while the company returns 1.1% to shareholders via dividends.

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