Ecolab Inc. (ECL)

NYSE: ECL · Real-Time Price · USD
304.16
+3.16 (1.05%)
Feb 20, 2026, 4:00 PM EST - Market closed
Market Cap86.15B +22.3%
Revenue (ttm)16.08B +2.2%
Net Income2.08B -1.7%
EPS7.28 -1.2%
Shares Out 283.24M
PE Ratio41.78
Forward PE35.70
Dividend$2.92 (0.96%)
Ex-Dividend DateDec 16, 2025
Volume1,333,092
Open301.95
Previous Close301.00
Day's Range299.60 - 304.94
52-Week Range221.62 - 306.52
Beta0.99
AnalystsBuy
Price Target316.94 (+4.2%)
Earnings DateFeb 10, 2026

About ECL

Ecolab Inc. provides water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions and services in the United States and internationally. The company operates through four reportable segments: Global Industrial, Global Institutional & Specialty, Global Healthcare & Life Sciences, and Global Pest Elimination. The Global Industrial segment offers water treatment and process applications, and cleaning and sanitizing solutions to manufacturing, food and beverage processing, transportation, chemical, metals and mining, power generation, refining, pulp and pape... [Read more]

Sector Materials
Founded 1923
Employees 48,000
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol ECL
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Ecolab's revenue was $16.08 billion, an increase of 2.16% compared to the previous year's $15.74 billion. Earnings were $2.08 billion, a decrease of -1.74%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 17 analysts, the average rating for ECL stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $316.94, which is an increase of 4.20% from the latest price.

Price Target
$316.94
(4.20% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Ecolab Declares Cash Dividend

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The board of directors of Ecolab Inc. today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.73 per common share, to be paid April 15, 2026, to shareholders of record...

1 day ago - Business Wire

Ecolab: Not Enough Organic Growth To Merit An Upgrade

Ecolab boasts a dominant moat in cleaning, water management, and pest control while serving diverse global industries. ECL's 33-year dividend growth streak and recent 12% hike highlight its long-term ...

8 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Ecolab Inc. (ECL) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Ecolab Inc. (ECL) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

10 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Ecolab forecasts 2026 profit above estimates on strong demand

Ecolab on Tuesday forecast current-year profit above Wall Street estimates, as it expects growth in its business segments to drive demand for its technologies and services that include cleaning, sanit...

11 days ago - Reuters

Ecolab Announces Record Fourth Quarter and Strong 2026 Outlook; Reported Diluted EPS $1.98; Adjusted Diluted EPS $2.08, +15%; 2026 Adjusted Diluted EPS Outlook: $8.43 - $8.63, +12% - 15%

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Inc. (NYSE: ECL): FOURTH QUARTER HIGHLIGHTS Ecolab delivered another quarter of strong double-digit EPS growth, driven by accelerating organic sales growth acr...

11 days ago - Business Wire

Ecolab and CDP Partner on New Benchmarks to Help Companies Improve Operational Water Performance

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Inc. and CDP today announced a strategic partnership to launch the Water Use Efficiency Index, a new benchmark designed to help companies measure, compare and ...

4 weeks ago - Business Wire

Water.org Partners with Gap Inc., Amazon, Starbucks, and Ecolab to Launch Get Blue™, Advancing Water.org's Goal of Reaching 200 Million People by 2030

Founding partners will activate products, content, and experiences that help fund access to safe water and sanitation through Water.org's proven solutions DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Ecolab Earns Double ‘A' Rating from CDP for Leadership in Water and Climate Performance

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Inc., a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to lif...

6 weeks ago - Business Wire

Ecolab Schedules Webcast and Conference Call on February 10, 2026

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab will host a live webcast to discuss its 2025 fourth quarter results. A news release containing fourth quarter results is expected to be issued before market op...

6 weeks ago - Business Wire

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7 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

Ecolab: The "Pick-And-Shovel" Play Of The Data Center Boom

Ecolab is transitioning from a defensive hygiene leader to a high-growth compounder, driven by AI infrastructure and data center water solutions. ECL's Global High-Tech segment posted 25% sales growth...

7 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

Chevron, Kimberly-Clark Among 16 Companies To Kick Off 2026 With Annual Dividend Increases In January

Chevron (CVX) is expected to extend its dividend growth streak to 39 years, but with a muted 3–4% increase amid lower oil prices. CVX's earnings remain under pressure from declining oil prices despite...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Ecolab Closes Acquisition of Ovivo's Electronics Ultrapure Water Business

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Inc. has closed on its previously announced acquisition of Ovivo's electronics ultrapure water business.

2 months ago - Business Wire

These stocks could land big profits from filling Big Tech's critical water needs

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2 months ago - Market Watch

Ecolab Increases Cash Dividend 12%

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The board of directors of Ecolab Inc. today declared a 12% increase in the company's quarterly cash dividend to $0.73 per common share, to be paid January 15, 2026, t...

2 months ago - Business Wire

Ecolab Strengthens Integrated Cooling Program for Data Centers

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Inc., a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to lif...

3 months ago - Business Wire

Ecolab Inc. (ECL) Presents at Baird 55th Annual Global Industrial Conference Transcript

Ecolab Inc. ( ECL) Baird 55th Annual Global Industrial Conference November 11, 2025 11:15 AM EST Company Participants Christophe Beck - CEO & Chairman of the Board Conference Call Participants Andrew...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Ecolab Schedules Webcast of Industry Conference for November 11, 2025

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Christophe Beck, Ecolab's chairman and chief executive officer, will address financial analysts at the Baird Global Industrial Conference on Tuesday November 11, 2025...

3 months ago - Business Wire

Ecolab Expands Partnership with The Home Depot to Launch Exclusive Product Line in Canada

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Inc., a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to lif...

3 months ago - Business Wire

2025 Ecolab Watermark™ Study Reveals Hidden Impact of Artificial Intelligence

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab, a global sustainability leader offering water solutions and services, today announced findings from its third annual Ecolab Watermark™ Study, which reports on...

4 months ago - Business Wire

First Close of Emerald Global Water Fund II Reaches EUR 60 Million

ZÜRICH, Oct. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emerald Technology Ventures, a globally recognized venture capital firm with two decades of water-sector leadership, announced the first close of its Global W...

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4 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Ecolab Life Sciences Introduces Klercide™ Rapid Sporicide for Cleanroom Applications

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Life Sciences today announced the launch of its Klercide™ Rapid Sporicide, a new sporicidal disinfectant designed to elevate pharmaceutical cleanroom safety an...

4 months ago - Business Wire

Ecolab Inc. (ECL) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Ecolab Inc. (NYSE:ECL) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 28, 2025 1:00 PM EDT Company Participants Andy Hedberg - Director of Investor Relations Christophe Beck - CEO & Chairman of the Board Scott Kirkla...

4 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Ecolab Delivers Another Strong Quarter of Double-Digit EPS Growth; Reported Diluted EPS $2.05; Adjusted Diluted EPS $2.07, +13%; 2025 Adjusted Diluted EPS Outlook: $7.48 - $7.58, +12% - 14%

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Inc. (NYSE: ECL): THIRD QUARTER HIGHLIGHTS Ecolab delivered another strong quarter of double-digit EPS growth. This superior performance was fueled by accelera...

4 months ago - Business Wire

Ecolab Launches Ecolab® CIP IQ™ and Announces Strategic Partnership With 4T2 Sensors

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab launches Ecolab® CIP IQ™ and announces strategic partnership with 4T2 Sensors as an innovative solution for the dairy and beverage industry.

5 months ago - Business Wire