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Ecolab is a global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions and services, serving customers in more than 170 countries.

Market cap
$81.46B+2.4%
Revenue$16.8B+7.1%
Net income$2.1B-0.9%
Free cash flow$1.9B+19.1%
EPS (diluted)$7.45-0.5%
Trailing twelve months · change vs. prior year

Earnings

Next report

Oct 27, 2026 (in 2 months)
Revenue estimate$4.7B
EPS estimate$2.18

Financials

Q2 2026

Income statement

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Revenue$4.4B+9.7%
Gross profit$1.9B+8.0%
Operating income$757.9M+6.7%
Net income$534.9M+2.0%
EPS (diluted)$1.90+3.3%

Balance sheet

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Cash & equivalents$5.1B+167%
Total debt$13.3B+8,447%
Total equity$10.1B+7.9%
Total assets$29.9B+26.1%

Cash flow

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Operating cash flow$729.5M+3.9%
CapEx$240.1M+10.8%
Free cash flow$489.4M+0.9%

Valuation & ratios

Valuation

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Market cap$81.46B+2.4%
Enterprise value$89.67B+15.3%
P/E38.5×+1.3×
P/S4.8×-0.2×

Profitability

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Gross margin44.1%+0.2pp
Operating margin16.9%-1.5pp
Net margin12.6%-1.0pp
FCF margin11.1%+1.1pp

Returns & leverage

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Return on equity21.8%-2.4pp
Debt / equity1.3×+1.3×
Current ratio1.8×+0.4×

Segments

By segment

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Global Water$2.2B+10.3%
Global Institutional & Specialty$1.6B+3.7%
Global Pest Elimination$351.1M+9.3%
Global Life Sciences$221.0M+15.5%

By geography

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Europe$883.9M+8.8%
Asia Pacific$366.1M+10.7%
Latin America$304.4M+15.2%
India, Middle East and Africa$145.4M-9.1%

By product

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Product and equipment sales$3.4B+9.3%
Service and lease sales$966.0M+11.2%

Competitors

Profile

Ecolab is a global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions and services, serving customers in more than 170 countries. The company integrates science-based chemistry, data-driven insights, and AI-powered technology to help industrial and institutional clients optimize water and energy use while maintaining safety and operational efficiency. Its value proposition centers on a 'One Ecolab' strategy that addresses sustainability challenges like water scarcity and climate change across diverse end markets.

Competitive position

Ecolab is a dominant global leader in industrial water treatment and institutional hygiene, leveraging a massive direct sales and service force of over 25,000 employees to maintain high customer switching costs.

GeographiesNorth America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Greater China, Latin America
Customer segmentsIndustrial, Healthcare, Hospitality, Food and Beverage, Life Sciences
Business modelDirect sales and service, Equipment leasing, Service-based recurring revenue, Consumables
SuppliersInorganic chemical suppliers (alkalis, acids, biocides), Organic chemical suppliers (surfactants, polymers, solvents), Contract manufacturers, Logistics service providers
CustomersGlobal restaurant chains, Hospital systems, Industrial manufacturing facilities, Pharmaceutical companies, Third-party distributors
Listed1972
Employees48.0K
CEOChristophe Beck
Websiteecolab.com
FilingsSEC EDGAR

FAQ

What is Ecolab's market cap?
Ecolab (ECL) has a market capitalization of $81.5B and trades on NYSE.
What is Ecolab's revenue and profitability?
Ecolab generated $16.8B in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $2.1B, representing a net margin of 12.6%. Gross margin stands at 44.1%, with free cash flow of $1.9B. These figures are based on the Q2 2026 filing.
Who are Ecolab's competitors?
Ecolab's key competitors include Hawkins Inc, Oil-Dri Corporation of America, TOMI Environmental Solutions, Inc., and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
What subsidiaries does Ecolab have?
Ecolab's subsidiaries include Purolite, Bioquell, Kay.
Where is Ecolab headquartered?
Ecolab is headquartered in United States of America and employs approximately 48,000 people. It has been publicly traded since 1972.