Ecolab Raises Full-Year Outlook Amid Strong Q2 Performance
Ecolab reported strong second-quarter results, with adjusted earnings per share rising by 11% and organic sales growing by 5%. The company raised its full-year 2026 adjusted EPS outlook to a range of $8.05–$8.25, representing growth of 7%–10%, driven primarily by Life Sciences, Ecolab Digital, Pest Elimination, and Global High-Tech segments. Global High-Tech sales surged 29% due to increased demand from data centers and AI infrastructure. The company anticipates second-half organic sales growth between 6%–7% as energy surcharges take full effect, supporting its goal of achieving a 20% operating-income margin by 2027. Ecolab also expects its expanded platform—encompassing CoolIT and Ovivo—to reach $4 billion in annual revenue by 2030. Chairman and CEO Christophe Beck highlighted the impact of pricing increases, which rose to 4% during Q2 due to a global energy surcharge. The company now expects second-half pricing growth between 5%–6%. Despite volume headwinds from Middle East disruptions, underlying volumes accelerated compared to the first quarter.
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