Ecolab Inc.

OVERVALUEDECL · NYSE · Basic Materials
ECL·NYSE·Basic Materials
OVERVALUED
Ecolab Inc.
21.9%downside
MARKET PRICE
$261.88
FAIR PRICE
$204.61
MARGIN
$57.26
UNDERVALUEDFAIROVERVALUED
P/E RATIO
38.4x
DIV. YIELD
1.03%
ROE
21.6%
MARKET CAP
$75B
FPI
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FAIR PRICE VALUATION

21.9%downside

Updated daily

Model: DCF 50% · Relative 30% · Consensus 20%

MARKET PRICE

$261.88

FAIR PRICE

$204.61

MARGIN

$57.26

UNDERVALUEDFAIROVERVALUED

P/E Ratio

38.4x

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Div. Yield

1.03%

ROE

21.6%

Strong

Market Cap

$75B

Large-cap

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FPI RATING

5.5/ 10

Strong profitability and high-quality fundamentals, but limited growth momentum and expensive valuation relative to fundamentals.

Analytical data, not an investment recommendation. Updated daily.

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MARGIN OF SAFETY

A 20% margin of safety below fair value — the conservative entry level for risk-aware investors.

$163.69CONSERVATIVE ENTRY
$204.61FAIR PRICE
$261.88MARKET PRICE

SAFETY MARGIN

20%

Below fair value

ENTRY LEVEL

$163.69

Fair price × 0.80

DISTANCE

37.5%

Price to entry level

At the current price of $261.88, ECL trades 37.5% above the conservative entry level of $163.69. This entry level represents a 20% margin of safety below the calculated fair price of $204.61 — a buffer that accounts for estimation uncertainty in the valuation model.

Margin of safety is a risk management concept, not an investment recommendation. The 20% threshold follows Benjamin Graham's value investing framework. Fair price and entry levels are model-based estimates updated daily. Learn more about Margin of Safety ↗

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METHODOLOGY

How we calculate ECL's fair price

Ecolab Inc.'s fair price of $204.61 is derived from a blended model that combines DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Basic Materials peers using metrics like P/E and EV/EBITDA (30%), and analyst consensus (20%). At the current market price of $261.88, ECL trades 21.9% above its calculated fair value.

DCF MODEL · 50%

Discounted free cash flow analysis based on projected cash flows, discounted at a rate reflecting ECL's risk profile.

RELATIVE · 30%

Comparing ECL's valuation multiples against Basic Materials peers to determine if the stock is over or undervalued relative to its industry.

ANALYST · 20%

Aggregated analyst price targets for ECL, weighted by recency and analyst accuracy.

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FAQ

What is the fair price of ECL?+

Based on our blended model combining DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Basic Materials peers (30%), and analyst consensus (20%), the fair price for Ecolab Inc. is $204.61. At the current market price of $261.88, ECL trades 21.9% above its calculated fair value.

Is ECL overvalued or undervalued?+

Ecolab Inc. is currently overvalued based on our valuation model. The stock trades at $261.88, which is 21.9% above the fair price of $204.61. The P/E ratio of 38.4x is a key metric in the valuation.

What is the margin of safety for ECL?+

With a 20% margin of safety applied to the fair price of $204.61, the conservative entry level for ECL is $163.69. At the current market price of $261.88, the stock trades 37.5% above this entry level. Margin of safety is a risk management concept from Benjamin Graham's value investing framework, not an investment recommendation.

How often is ECL's fair price updated?+

We update fair price calculations for ECL daily after market close. The current fair price of $204.61 incorporates the latest market data and sector multiples.

What factors affect ECL's fair price calculation?+

ECL's fair price of $204.61 is derived from DCF analysis (50% weight), relative valuation against Basic Materials peers (30% weight), and analyst consensus (20% weight). Key metrics include P/E of 38.4x, ROE of 21.6%, and dividend yield of 1.03%.

Is ECL a good buy right now?+

At $261.88, ECL trades 21.9% above our fair value estimate of $204.61. The stock is currently overvalued. ROE stands at 21.6% (strong). Fair Price Index provides valuation data — always do your own research before investing.

Does ECL pay dividends?+

ECL has a dividend yield of 1.03%.

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Fair Price Index is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Fair value calculations are model-based estimates and may not reflect actual market conditions. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.