Ecolab Inc. vs iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF — how do they compare? Ecolab Inc. trades at $285 (market cap $79.79B), while iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF trades at $100.75. The key difference: Ecolab Inc. pays a 1.03% dividend while iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF pays none, and iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, Ecolab Inc. nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| ECL | IEFA | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $79.79B | — |
Sector | Consumer Cyclical | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $308.35 | $101.09 |
52-Week Low | $245.73 | $84.72 |
Enterprise Value | $88.57B | — |
Dividend Yield | 1.03% | — |
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Ecolab produces and markets cleaning and sanitation products for the hospitality, healthcare, and industrial markets. The firm is the global market share leader in this category with a wide array of products and services, including dish and laundry washing systems, pest control, and infection control products. The company has a strong hold on the U.S. market and is looking to increase its profitability abroad. Additionally, Ecolab serves customers in water, manufacturing, and life sciences end markets, selling customized solutions.
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