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Calculation
Ecolab Inc., P/E, long-term trends, calculation
| P/E | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Earnings per share1 (EPS) | EPS1 | = | Net income (loss) attributable to Ecolab1 (in thousands) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Feb 25, 2008 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 28, 2007 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 28, 2006 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
1 US$
2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
3 Closing price as at the filing date of Ecolab Inc. Annual Report.
The annual financial data reveals several notable trends in share price, earnings per share (EPS), and price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio over the observed period.
- Share Price
- The share price demonstrates a general upward trajectory from 2006 through 2021, increasing from $36.19 in 2006 to a peak of $209.36 in 2021. There are periods of volatility, notably a decline in 2009 to $31.78 from a prior high of $47.90 in 2008, likely reflecting broader market conditions. After the peak in 2021, the share price decreased to $180.30 in 2022, indicating a correction or market adjustment.
- Earnings Per Share (EPS)
- The EPS generally increased over the time frame until 2020, with fluctuations. Starting at $1.26 in 2006, EPS rose to $5.41 in 2020, exhibiting strong earnings growth. However, 2021 shows a significant anomaly with EPS plunging to -$4.22, indicating a substantial loss that year. The EPS recovers to $3.94 in 2022, suggesting a rebound in profitability after the loss.
- Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio
- The P/E ratio fluctuates considerably over the years, starting around 28.68 in 2006, dipping to a low of 16.75 in 2009, and then increasing to highs such as 38.89 in 2012 and 45.76 in 2022. The sharp decrease in 2009 could be associated with a temporary improvement in earnings relative to the share price drop during the financial crisis. The peak P/E ratio in 2022 coincides with the EPS recovery after the negative earnings in 2021, which may indicate higher market expectations or a lag in price adjustment. The P/E ratio is not available in 2021, likely due to the negative EPS in that year making the ratio undefined or not meaningful.
Overall, the share price and EPS exhibit long-term growth with some volatility connected to economic cycles and company-specific events. The sharp negative EPS in 2021 represents an outlier in profitability, yet the subsequent recovery and share price behavior suggest resilience. The P/E ratio's variability reflects changing market sentiment and earnings performance over time.
Comparison to Competitors
Ecolab Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Ecolab Inc. | Linde plc | Sherwin-Williams Co. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2022 | |||
| Feb 26, 2021 | |||
| Feb 28, 2020 | |||
| Mar 1, 2019 | |||
| Feb 23, 2018 | |||
| Feb 24, 2017 | |||
| Feb 26, 2016 | |||
| Feb 27, 2015 | |||
| Feb 28, 2014 | |||
| Feb 26, 2013 | |||
| Feb 28, 2012 | |||
| Feb 25, 2011 | |||
| Feb 26, 2010 | |||
| Feb 27, 2009 | |||
| Feb 25, 2008 | |||
| Feb 28, 2007 | |||
| Feb 28, 2006 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Sector (Chemicals)
Ecolab Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to sector (chemicals)
| Ecolab Inc. | Chemicals | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2022 | ||
| Feb 26, 2021 | ||
| Feb 28, 2020 | ||
| Mar 1, 2019 | ||
| Feb 23, 2018 | ||
| Feb 24, 2017 | ||
| Feb 26, 2016 | ||
| Feb 27, 2015 | ||
| Feb 28, 2014 | ||
| Feb 26, 2013 | ||
| Feb 28, 2012 | ||
| Feb 25, 2011 | ||
| Feb 26, 2010 | ||
| Feb 27, 2009 | ||
| Feb 25, 2008 | ||
| Feb 28, 2007 | ||
| Feb 28, 2006 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Industry (Materials)
Ecolab Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to industry (materials)
| Ecolab Inc. | Materials | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2022 | ||
| Feb 26, 2021 | ||
| Feb 28, 2020 | ||
| Mar 1, 2019 | ||
| Feb 23, 2018 | ||
| Feb 24, 2017 | ||
| Feb 26, 2016 | ||
| Feb 27, 2015 | ||
| Feb 28, 2014 | ||
| Feb 26, 2013 | ||
| Feb 28, 2012 | ||
| Feb 25, 2011 | ||
| Feb 26, 2010 | ||
| Feb 27, 2009 | ||
| Feb 25, 2008 | ||
| Feb 28, 2007 | ||
| Feb 28, 2006 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).