ECL/Basic Materials · Specialty Chemicals/NYSE
Dividend Yield
1.05%
$2.84 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
ECL's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 37.4% earnings payout ratio & 41.6% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 1.0x current ratio & Volatile profit margin stability. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, ECL has a proven commitment to shareholders.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 37.4%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 25.7%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
- Return on Equity: 22.4%Strong return on equity reflects efficient profit generation.
Risks
- Current Ratio: 1.0xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
- Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.
Payout & Coverage
Very SafeBalance Sheet
CautionProfitability
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SafeAbout Ecolab Inc.
Ecolab Inc. is a global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions and services. The company operates through four key segments: Global Industrial, which provides water treatment, process applications, cleaning, and sanitizing solutions for manufacturing, food and beverage processing, transportation, chemical, metals and mining, power generation, refining, pulp and paper industries; Global Institutional & Specialty, serving institutional cleaning needs; Global Healthcare & Life Sciences, offering specialized products for healthcare facilities and life sciences operations; and Global Pest Elimination, delivering pest detection, prevention, and elimination services for restaurants, food processors, hotels, grocery operations, and more. Ecolab Inc. produces and markets cleaning and sanitation products, dish and laundry washing systems, pest control, infection control items, and customized water management solutions across industrial manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare, and life sciences markets. It holds a strong position in the U.S. and expands internationally in the specialty chemicals sector. Founded in 1923 and headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, Ecolab Inc. plays a vital role in sustainability and operational efficiency for diverse end markets.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
1.05%
Annual Dividend
$2.84
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
37.35%
FCF Payout Ratio
41.57%
52-Week Range
$243.15 - $309.27
Dividend History (2016–2025)
ECL annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
ECL earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
June 16, 2026
Next Payment Date
July 15, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
9.17%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
7.23%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
7.18%
3-Year Total Growth
30.10%
5-Year Total Growth
41.80%
10-Year Total Growth
100.00%
Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs)
This company has increased its dividend for 25+ consecutive years.
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