Ecolab Inc
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 sani… Read more
Ecolab Inc - Asset Resilience Ratio
Ecolab Inc (ECL) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 8.18% as of September 2025. The Asset Resilience Ratio measures the percentage of a company's total assets that are held in liquid form (cash and short-term investments). This metric indicates how well-positioned the company is to handle unexpected financial challenges, economic downturns, or strategic opportunities without requiring external financing.
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Resilience Assessment
Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (2005–2024)
This chart shows how Ecolab Inc's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. Compare with other companies' asset resilience ratios.
Liquid Assets Composition Over Time
This chart breaks down Ecolab Inc's liquid assets into cash & equivalents and short-term investments, showing how the composition has evolved over time.
Current Liquid Assets Breakdown
| Component | Amount | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $1.96 Billion | 8.18% |
| Short-term Investments | $0.00 | 0% |
| Total Liquid Assets | $1.96 Billion | 8.18% |
Asset Resilience Insights
- Limited Liquidity: Ecolab Inc maintains only 8.18% of assets in liquid form.
- This low level may indicate efficient asset utilization but could pose risks during economic downturns.
- The company primarily holds liquidity in cash and equivalents rather than short-term investments.
Ecolab Inc Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio
Compare Ecolab Inc's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.
| Company | Industry | Asset Resilience Ratio |
|---|---|---|
|
Akzo Nobel N.V
OTCQX:AKZOF |
Specialty Chemicals | 2.16% |
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YeSUN Tech Co.Ltd.
KQ:250930 |
Specialty Chemicals | 2.89% |
|
Hangzhou Flariant Co Ltd
SHG:605566 |
Specialty Chemicals | 0.27% |
|
Samhwa Paint
KO:000390 |
Specialty Chemicals | 0.11% |
|
DL Holdings CO. LTD.
KO:000210 |
Specialty Chemicals | 0.30% |
|
Norooholdings
KO:000320 |
Specialty Chemicals | 6.58% |
|
Noroo Holdings Co Ltd
KO:000325 |
Specialty Chemicals | 6.58% |
|
Chongqing Sanxia Paints Co Ltd
SHE:000565 |
Specialty Chemicals | 45.03% |
Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for Ecolab Inc (2005–2024)
The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for Ecolab Inc.
| Year | Asset Resilience Ratio (%) | Liquid Assets | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | 5.61% | $1.26 Billion | $22.39 Billion | +1.40pp |
| 2023-12-31 | 4.21% | $919.50 Million | $21.85 Billion | +1.42pp |
| 2022-12-31 | 2.79% | $598.60 Million | $21.46 Billion | +1.09pp |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.70% | $359.90 Million | $21.21 Billion | -5.26pp |
| 2020-12-31 | 6.95% | $1.26 Billion | $18.13 Billion | +6.06pp |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.89% | $186.40 Million | $20.87 Billion | +0.11pp |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.78% | $157.50 Million | $20.07 Billion | -0.42pp |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.20% | $240.20 Million | $19.96 Billion | -0.84pp |
| 2016-12-31 | 2.04% | $373.70 Million | $18.33 Billion | +1.72pp |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.31% | $58.70 Million | $18.64 Billion | -- |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $19.47 Billion | -- |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $19.64 Billion | -- |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $17.57 Billion | -- |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $18.24 Billion | -- |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $4.87 Billion | -- |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $5.02 Billion | -- |
| 2005-12-31 | 3.29% | $125.06 Million | $3.80 Billion | -- |