Fundamental analysis · SEC EDGAR · TTM through 31/03/2026

Fundamental analysis of Ecolab Inc.

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Fundamental quality

ATTRACTIVE

75

out of 100

Breakdown by area

I.GrowthEPS growth: 22.6% · Revenue growth: 4.7%
70
II.ProfitabilityNet margin: 12.8% · ROE: 21%
78
III.Financial healthNet debt/EBITDA: 1.7x · FCF: 11.4%
77

Source: SEC EDGAR · TTM through 31/03/2026

The score combines growth, profitability and financial strength. Here its profitability weighs in its favor, while its growth drags it down the most.

Strengths

  • Strong return on equity (ROE of 21%).
  • Growing earnings per share (22.6% annualized).

Risks and weaknesses

  • No clear weaknesses in the recent fundamentals, though the system doesn't assess qualitative factors (competition, regulation, management).

Historical evolution

YearRevenueNet incomeFree cash flowNet debt
2021$12,733M$1,130M$1,419M$51M
2022$14,188M$1,092M$1,076M-$93M
2023$15,320M$1,372M$1,637M-$289M
2024$15,741M$2,112M$1,819M-$641M
2025$16,081M$2,076M$1,904M$224M

Between 2021 and 2025, revenue went from $12,733M to $16,081M (+26%) and net income went from $1,130M to $2,076M (+84%).

Annual figures in U.S. dollars per SEC filings. Net debt is total debt minus cash.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ecolab Inc. a profitable company?

Yes. Ecolab Inc. shows a net margin of 12.8% and an ROE of 21%, a sign of a profitable business.

Does Ecolab Inc. have a lot of debt?

A moderate level: its net debt is 1.7 times its EBITDA.

Is Ecolab Inc. growing?

Its revenue has grown 4.7% annualized in recent years and its earnings per share 22.6%.

Does Ecolab Inc. generate cash?

Yes. It converts about 11.4% of its revenue into free cash flow.

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