Ecolab Stock Rockets 5.2% With 5-Day Winning Streak
Ecolab (ECL) stock hit day 5 of a continuous streak of days with gains, with cumulative gains over this period amounting to a 5.2% return. The company has gained about $3.8 Bil in value over the last 5 days, with its current market capitalization at about $76 Bil. The stock remains 15.6% above its value at the end of 2024. This compares with year-to-date returns of 14% for the S&P 500.
Ecolab’s recent streak stems from robust Q3 earnings, which surpassed revenue expectations, coupled with a key Evercore ISI “Outperform” upgrade citing strong 2026 growth. This momentum was further amplified by its strategic expansion into AI data center cooling solutions, positioning it for significant gains in high-tech water markets.
What is the point? Momentum often precedes conviction. A multi-day win streak can signal growing investor confidence or spark follow-on buying. Tracking such trends can help you ride the strength, or prepare for a well-timed entry if momentum fades. Our take: There is a near-equal mix of good and bad in ECL stock given its overall Moderate operating performance and financial condition. But keeping in mind its High valuation, we think that the stock is Unattractive (see Buy or Sell ECL).
For quick background, ECL provides water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions and services across industrial, institutional, healthcare, and life sciences sectors globally.
Comparing ECL Stock Returns With The S&P 500
The following table summarizes the return for ECL stock vs. the S&P 500 index over different periods, including the current streak:
| Return Period | ECL | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1D | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| 5D (Current Streak) | 5.2% | 0.5% |
| 1M (21D) | -3.0% | -1.3% |
| 3M (63D) | -3.5% | 3.7% |
| YTD 2025 | 15.6% | 14.0% |
| 2024 | 19.3% | 23.3% |
| 2023 | 37.9% | 24.2% |
| 2022 | -37.1% | -19.4% |
However, big gains can follow sharp reversals – but how has ECL behaved after prior drops? See ECL Dip Buyer Analysis to learn more.
Gains and Losses Streaks: S&P 500 Constituents
There are currently 48 S&P constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive gains and 9 constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive losses.
| Consecutive Days | # of Gainers | # of Losers |
|---|---|---|
| 3D | 34 | 4 |
| 4D | 6 | 3 |
| 5D | 5 | 0 |
| 6D | 1 | 2 |
| 7D or more | 2 | 0 |
| Total >=3 D | 48 | 9 |
Key Financials for Ecolab (ECL)
Last 2 Fiscal Years:
| Metric | FY2023 | FY2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $15.3 Bil | $15.7 Bil |
| Operating Income | $2.1 Bil | $2.6 Bil |
| Net Income | $1.4 Bil | $2.1 Bil |
Last 2 Fiscal Quarters:
| Metric | 2025 FQ1 | 2025 FQ2 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $3.7 Bil | $4.0 Bil |
| Operating Income | $584.8 Mil | $734.7 Mil |
| Net Income | $402.5 Mil | $524.2 Mil |
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