With a market cap of around $77.9 billion, Ecolab Inc. (ECL) is a leader in water treatment, hygiene, and infection‑prevention solutions, headquartered in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Serving a diverse range of industries, including foodservice, hospitality, healthcare, retail, energy, and industrial sectors, Ecolab provides products and services that ensure clean environments, safe water, food safety, and sustainable operations.
Companies valued at $10 billion or more are generally considered "large-cap" stocks, and Ecolab fits this criterion perfectly. Operating in over 170 countries with around 48,000 employees, the company leverages its scale and expertise to help businesses improve efficiency, meet regulatory standards, and maintain high standards of health and safety worldwide.
