Ecolab (ECL) YTD return

Updated November 02, 2026 · Data: Yahoo Finance

+18.42%

YTD return in 2026 (from Dec 31, 2025 close)

Dec 31, 2025 close$260.41

Current price$308.38

$1,000 on Dec 31 →$1,184.20

YTD rank#196 of 500

SectorMaterials

Official websiteecolab.com

Price chart

ECL vs its sector

Materials sector average+20.19%

ECL YTD+18.42%

Difference-1.77 pts

Stocks in sector24

Underperforming its sector. ECL is 1.77 points behind the Materials sector average, which covers 24 ranked S&P 500 stocks.

Ecolab (ECL) is up +18.42% year-to-date in 2026, ranking #196 of 500 ranked S&P 500 stocks. It closed 2025 at $260.41 and trades at $308.38 as of November 02, 2026. $1,000 invested on December 31, 2025 would be worth $1,184.20 today. That puts it 1.77 points behind the Materials sector average of +20.19%.

Recent performance

Ecolab (ECL) has gained 12.67% over the past month, outpacing the S&P 500 by 15.02%, and gained 9.20% over the past three months (ahead of the index by 11.73%). It is trading at its 52-week high. Momentum is positive: the stock rose in at least 4 of the last 5 sessions.

Latest ECL news

Restaurant Industry Celebrates Visionary Leaders Opening Doors to Opportunity for AllPR Newswire · 2026-10-30
State Street Materials Select Sector SPDR (XLB) Adds Linde and Newmont on Oct. 27GuruFocus.com · 2026-10-29
Ecolab Likely Setting Stage for Stronger Growth Story, BofA SaysMT Newswires · 2026-10-28
UBS Adjusts Price Target on Ecolab to $357 From $344, Maintains Buy RatingMT Newswires · 2026-10-28
BofA Securities Adjusts Ecolab Price Target to $355 From $342, Maintains Buy RatingMT Newswires · 2026-10-28

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ECL YTD return FAQ

What is Ecolab (ECL)'s YTD return in 2026?

Ecolab (ECL) is up +18.42% year-to-date in 2026, as of November 02, 2026.

What was Ecolab (ECL)'s price at the start of 2026?

Ecolab (ECL) closed at $260.41 on December 31, 2025 and trades at $308.38 as of November 02, 2026.

Where does Ecolab (ECL) rank by YTD return in 2026?

Ecolab (ECL) ranks #196 of 500 S&P 500 stocks by YTD return in 2026, as of November 02, 2026.

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