Analysis for ECL

$290.81 +3.10 (+1.08%)

📈 Growth — 16/30
💰 Profitability — 17/20
🏦 Financial Health — 16/20
💵 Valuation — 9/20
⚠️ Risk — 5/10

Overall Score: 63/100

Summary:

📈 Growth & Financial Trajectory

Across 8 quarters from 2024 Q3 to 2026 Q2, Revenues rose from around $4.00B to $4.42B, up roughly 10%. Net income fluctuated, starting at $736.5M in 2024 Q3, dipping to $406.5M in 2025 Q1, then rebounding to about $0.74B in 2025 Q2 and stabilizing near $0.54B in 2026 Q1–Q2.

💰 Margins & Cash Flow

Gross margins sit in the mid‑40s percent (approx. 43–44%). Operating margins run in the teens (2026 Q2 ~ 17%). Cash flow remains robust: Net cash flow from operating activities ranges around $0.7–1.1B per quarter, with net cash flow often positive; 2026 Q2 shows strong financing cash flow driving total cash movement.

🛡️ Balance Sheet & Liquidity

Assets about $29.9B, Liabilities about $19.8B, Equity around $10.1B (Q2 2026). Current ratio ≈ 1.8x. Balance sheet is stable, with substantial noncurrent liabilities but solid liquidity metrics.

⚠️ Key Drivers & Risks

Drivers: steady demand for cleaning/hygiene products; strong cash generation.
Risks: cyclicality in industrial spending; input/cost volatility and currency effects.