Ecolab sees Q1 adjusted EPS $1.67-$1.73, consensus $1.69

The company said, “Ecolab (ECL) expects first quarter 2026 adjusted diluted earnings per share in the $1.67 to $1.73 range, rising 11% to 15% compared with adjusted diluted earnings per share of $1.50 a year ago. The company currently expects quantifiable special charges in the first quarter of 2026 to be approximately $0.19 per share, principally related to restructuring charges and costs related to the acquisition of Ovivo Electronics. Other than the special gains and charges noted above, other such amounts are not currently quantifiable.