Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-07-28

Ecolab Reports Strong Q2 2026 Financial Results and Raises Full-Year EPS Outlook

Ecolab Inc. reported strong financial results for the second quarter of 2026, with reported sales increasing by 10% to $4.4 billion and organic sales growth accelerating to 5%. The company delivered double-digit earnings per share (EPS) growth, with reported diluted EPS at $1.90 and adjusted diluted EPS at $2.09, representing a 11% increase year-over-year. Ecolab also raised its full-year 2026 adjusted diluted EPS outlook to the $8.05 to $8.25 range, reflecting strong underlying performance and a short-term impact from non-cash amortization and financing costs of the CoolIT acquisition. The company's segments showed robust growth, with Global High-Tech and Life Sciences leading the charge. Ecolab's management expressed confidence in the company's performance trajectory, despite the complex global operating environment.