ECL Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ECL - Ecolab, Inc.
$262.49
1.12 (0.43%)
▲
5d:
+0.52%
30d:
-14.87%
90d:
-1.23%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 28, 2026
27d
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Strength: 3.2/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: ECL shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: ECL shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$375.98
Based on 9.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$233.46
Trading above fair value
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ECL is currently trading at $262.49, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $264.46 to $300.21. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 27.1) compared to its historical average (31.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 6.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ECL is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $252.66, while resistance sits at $274.20.
Market Sentiment: ECL has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $320.43 (+22.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ECL is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $252.66, while resistance sits at $274.20.
Market Sentiment: ECL has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $320.43 (+22.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range
$264.46 -
$300.21
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 22.1% below Wall St target ($320.43)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$264.46 -
$300.21
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$252.66
Resistance Level
$274.20
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
27.09
Wall Street Target
$320.43
(+22.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
17.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
6.5%
Profit Margin
12.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
27.1 vs 31.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$250.68
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$239.40
(-9%)
3-Year Target
$228.62
(-13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 27→31)
$262.51
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 27.1, Growth: 14.5%)
$393.55
(+50%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.4, Growth: 14.5%)
$324.74
(+24%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 14.5%)
$276.03
(+5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (35x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (27x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 35.23 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.28
Bull Case
$377.43
(+45%)
Analyst growth 33.8%, PE expands to 38.8
Base Case
$343.12
(+31%)
Market implied 33.8%, PE stable at 35.2
Bear Case
$174.41
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 30.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 27.1 to 31.1
Stabilization Target:
$301.40
(+14.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+14.8%
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Last updated: March 31, 2026 6:10 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
3
Buys
8
Sells
Net
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