What Is ECL Fair Value?
Ecolab (ECL) fair value estimate using multiple valuation models, updated daily.
As of August 29, 2026, Ecolab (ECL) has a composite fair value estimate of $114.17 based on four valuation models: DCF (35% weight), Graham Number (25% weight), PEG (25% weight), and DDM (15% weight). The current market price is $286.75, suggesting the stock is overvalued by 60.2%.
Data as of August 29, 2026 (today)
Composite Fair Value
Overvalued4 of 4 models$114.17
vs. current price of $286.75(-60.2%)
How Is ECL Fair Value Calculated?
Four independent models estimate what ECL is worth. Each uses different inputs and assumptions. The composite blends them by weight.
ECL Intrinsic Value
Forward-looking models based on future cash flows
DCF (Discounted Cash Flow)
35% weightEstimates how much cash the company will generate over the next 10 years, then calculates what all that future cash is worth in today's dollars. Includes a 15% safety cushion. Try the standalone DCF calculator →
$136.35
-52.4%Overvalued
Inputs used
DDM (Dividend Discount Model)
15% weightIf a company pays you dividends, this model asks: how much are all those future dividend payments worth today? Only works for stocks that pay dividends. Try the intrinsic value calculator →
$89.67
-68.7%Overvalued
Inputs used
ECL Fair Value
Current fundamentals: earnings, assets, and growth rate
Graham Number (Value Investing)
25% weightCreated by legendary investor Benjamin Graham. It looks at two things: how much the company earns (EPS) and what its assets are worth (Book Value), then calculates the maximum price a careful investor should pay. Try the fair value calculator →
$81.19
-71.7%Overvalued
Inputs used
PEG (Price/Earnings to Growth)
25% weightChecks if you're paying a fair price for the company's growth. A fast-growing company deserves a higher price than a slow one. This model finds the right price based on how fast earnings are growing.
$97.11
-66.1%Overvalued
Inputs used
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Your DCF Fair Value
Current price $286.75 is 52.4% above this estimate
View 10-year cash flow projections
| Year | Projected FCF (Free Cash Flow) | Present Value |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $1.74B | $1.60B |
| Year 2 | $1.95B | $1.65B |
| Year 3 | $2.18B | $1.70B |
| Year 4 | $2.44B | $1.75B |
| Year 5 | $2.73B | $1.81B |
| Year 6 | $3.05B | $1.86B |
| Year 7 | $3.42B | $1.92B |
| Year 8 | $3.82B | $1.98B |
| Year 9 | $4.28B | $2.04B |
| Year 10 | $4.79B | $2.10B |
| Terminal Value | $80.56B | $35.33B |
What Are ECL's Key Financial Metrics?
Earnings & Growth
Current Price
$286.75
EPS (TTM)
$7.48
Forward P/E
30.4
Profit Margin
12.6%
Cash & Balance Sheet
Free Cash Flow
1.5B
EBITDA
4.1B
Book Value
$35.87
Total Debt
13.9B
What Do Analysts Say About ECL?
Low
$295.00
Average
$324.95
High
$360.00
Upside
+13.3%
ECL Fair Value FAQ
What is the fair value of ECL?
Based on our composite model (DCF 35%, Graham 25%, PEG 25%, DDM 15%), ECL's estimated fair value is $114.17. The stock is currently trading at $286.75, which makes it overvalued by our analysis.
How is ECL's fair value calculated?
We use four valuation methods: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Graham Number, PEG-based Fair Value, and Dividend Discount Model (for dividend-paying stocks). The composite score weights DCF at 35%, Graham and PEG at 25% each, and DDM at 15%. When a model can't be applied, its weight is redistributed proportionally.
Is ECL overvalued or undervalued?
Based on our analysis, ECL is overvalued. The current price of $286.75 is 60.2% above our estimated fair value of $114.17.
What do Wall Street analysts say about ECL?
21 analysts cover Ecolab with a consensus rating of "Buy." The average price target is $324.95, ranging from $295.00 to $360.00. This implies 13.3% upside from the current price.