Ecolab, Inc. - ECL STOCK NEWS

Ecolab Inc. has announced the acquisition of Purolite for approximately $3.7 billion in cash, enhancing its position in the life sciences and industrial markets. This strategic acquisition focuses on high-end ion exchange resins critical for drug production and purification, aiming to double Ecolab's existing high-margin business. Expected to close in Q4 2021, the transaction is anticipated to be neutral to adjusted earnings in 2022 and nearly $0.10 accretive in 2023. With Purolite generating around $0.4 billion in sales, the deal offers significant growth potential.

Ecolab reported a strong third quarter, achieving a 10% increase in sales year-over-year, reaching $3.32 billion. Adjusted diluted earnings per share rose 20% to $1.38, reflecting effective pricing and volume growth despite higher costs. Key segments like Institutional & Specialty saw double-digit growth, while Healthcare experienced a 13% decline in sales. Operating margins improved, with cash flow from operations at $623 million. Ecolab anticipates continued growth in Q4, albeit with an increase in operational costs.

Ecolab will hold a webcast on Oct. 26, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. ET to discuss its third quarter earnings for 2021. A news release with the financial results is anticipated before market open on the same day. The duration of the call will be one hour, and it can be accessed at www.ecolab.com/investor. Ecolab, symbol ECL, operates in over 170 countries, delivering solutions in water, hygiene, and infection prevention with annual sales of $12 billion.

Ecolab reports a short-term impact on EPS due to Hurricane Ida, with increased product costs, temporary closures, and disruptions at a major production facility. The company expects these issues to have a limited effect on its strong revenue growth and views the impact as a one-time event. Ecolab anticipates continued year-on-year sales and earnings improvement through 2021 and into 2022, driven by institutional recovery and improvements in its industrial segment. However, it estimates a $0.15 negative impact from this hurricane, primarily affecting Q3.

APi Group Corporation (NYSE: APG) has announced a transition in its financial leadership, with Tom Lydon stepping down as CFO and Kevin S. Krumm joining as the new Chief Financial Officer effective September 20, 2021. Krumm, who comes from Ecolab (NYSE: ECL), is anticipated to enhance APi's finance operations and support the integration of the Chubb fire and security business. The company maintains its guidance for 2021 with projected revenues between $3.65 billion and $3.75 billion.

Ecolab Inc. (NYSE:ECL) announced results for its Exchange Offers that expired on September 3, 2021. The company offered to exchange its outstanding notes for a total of $500 million of new 2.750% Notes due 2055. As of the expiration date, approximately $387.4 million of the old notes were validly tendered, including $385.3 million accepted on the early participation date. Settlement for the exchanged notes is expected on September 8, 2021. Participation was limited to eligible holders as defined in the offering memorandum dated August 9, 2021.

Ecolab will host a live webcast for professional investors on September 14, 2021, from its Research, Development & Engineering Center in Eagan, Minnesota. The event starts at 9:00 AM ET and continues until 3:30 PM ET, featuring a morning session and an afternoon session. A replay will be available until September 30, 2021, accessible via Ecolab's investor website. Ecolab, leading in water and hygiene solutions, reported annual sales of $12 billion and operates in over 170 countries with more than 44,000 employees.