Ecolab, Inc.

Ecolab, Inc.

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Market Cap$75.74B
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P/E RatioDividendsReturn on EquityPrice-to-SalesDebt-to-Equity
Ecolab, Inc.Ecolab, Inc.36.21.06%21%4.60.9

Earnings Call Q1 2026

April 28, 2026 - AI Summary

Strong Q1 Performance: Ecolab delivered adjusted diluted EPS growth of 13%, driven by 4% organic sales growth, primarily from a 3% value pricing increase and 1% volume growth. Operating income margins expanded by 70 basis points to 16.8%, reflecting disciplined execution across its global portfolio.
Strategic Growth Engines: The company noted strong performance from its growth engines, particularly Life Sciences (11% growth), Global High-Tech (20% growth), and Pest Elimination (7% growth). Investments in talent and technology have led to double-digit growth expectations in Life Sciences and a projected 30% operating income margin in the coming years.
Outlook for 2026: Ecolab anticipates continued adjusted diluted EPS growth of 12%-15% for 2026, despite anticipated high single-digit commodity cost inflation impacting margins. The company plans to implement an energy surcharge to offset these costs, expecting stabilization in gross margins by the second half of the year.

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Target Price by Analysts

14.9% upsideEcolab Target Price DetailsTarget Price
$182.73

Current Fair Value

32.2% downside

Overvalued by 32.2% based on the discounted cash flow analysis.

Share Statistics

Market cap$75.74 Billion
Enterprise Value$84.45 Billion
Dividend Yield$2.92 (1.06%)
Earnings per Share$7.33
Beta0.91
Outstanding Shares282,000,000

Return

Return on Equity21.05%ROE
Return on Assets8.41%
Return on Invested Capital14.86%

Valuation & Multiples

P/E Ratio36.17P/E Ratio
PEG483.7PEG
Price to Sales4.64Price to Sales
Price to Book Ratio7.7Price to Book Ratio
Enterprise Value to Revenue5.13
Enterprise Value to EBIT30
Enterprise Value to Net Income40
Total Debt to Enterprise0.11
Debt to Equity0.92Debt to Equity

Revenue Sources

No data

Insider Trades

Last Earnings Call

Report Date
May 5, 2026
EPS Estimate
$1.70
Average shareholder expectation
Revenue Estimate
$4.02 B
Average shareholder expectation

Next Earnings Call

Expected Date
July 28, 2026
EPS Estimate
$2.09
Average shareholder expectation
Revenue Estimate
$4.39 B
Average shareholder expectation

Institutional Put/Call Ratio

Market sentiment based on institutional option activity.

Put/Call Ratio0.2151 41.14%
Total Calls755,900 264.68%
Total Puts162,600 25.22%

Institutional Ownership

Holdings and activity of institutional investors.

Ownership %78.42% 2.32%
Total Invested$58.85B 2.83%
Investors Holding1,717 20.00%

ESG Score

No data

About Ecolab, Inc.

CEO: Douglas Baker

Relevant Senate Committees

Joint Committee on Taxation

This committee directly assists in crafting and analyzing tax legislation, providing crucial 'revenue estimates' that shape tax policy. Its work directly influences corporate tax burdens and investment incentives, fundamentally impacting Ecolab's financial structure.

Finance

This powerful committee controls taxation and trade. Its decisions on corporate tax policy, tariffs, and international trade agreements have a direct and significant impact on Ecolab's profitability, supply chain costs, and global competitiveness.

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

This committee regulates the FDA, which is highly relevant to Ecolab's food safety and healthcare infection prevention products. Labor laws also directly impact Ecolab's operational costs and workforce management.

Environment and Public Works

This committee regulates the EPA, which has direct oversight over chemical manufacturing, use, and disposal, as well as water quality standards—all central to Ecolab's chemical products and water treatment solutions.