Ecolab Profit Margin

Ecolab (ECL) currently reports a profit margin of 12.8% as of March 2026. That compares with 13.41% in the prior-year period — down 4.5% year over year. That is above the Materials sector average of 11.08%. Use the charts on this page to explore Ecolab's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Ecolab's profit margin decreased from 13.41% to 12.8% — a 4.5% year-over-year decrease (period ending March 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Ecolab's profit margin of 12.8% is higher than the Materials sector average of 11.08%. That is roughly 15.5% above the sector mean. A reading higher peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Ecolab's current 12.8% should be judged against Materials norms (sector average: 11.08%) and against ECL's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of 12.8%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Materials average is 11.08%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Ecolab, and consider following ECL for alerts when major investors trade the stock.