Ecolab Inc. reported a net income of $528.5 million for the second quarter of 2025, reflecting a 7% increase from $495.0 million in the same period of 2024. For the first six months of 2025, net income rose to $935.0 million, up from $911.6 million year-over-year. The company's total revenue for the second quarter reached $4.025 billion, a 1% increase compared to $3.986 billion in the prior year. The growth in revenue was attributed to a 3% increase in organic sales, despite the impact of divesting its global surgical solutions business.
In terms of operational performance, Ecolab's reported operating income increased by 8% to $710.1 million in the second quarter, with organic operating income rising by 14%. The company’s gross margin improved to 44.8% from 43.8% in the previous year, driven by effective pricing strategies and productivity enhancements. The diluted earnings per share (EPS) also saw an increase, reaching $1.84, up from $1.71 in the second quarter of 2024.
Ecolab's strategic initiatives included the ongoing "One Ecolab" restructuring program, which aims to enhance operational efficiency and leverage digital technologies. The company recorded restructuring charges of $17.4 million in the second quarter, primarily related to severance costs. Cumulatively, the restructuring initiative has delivered $49 million in cost savings, with an anticipated annualized savings of $140 million by 2027. Additionally, Ecolab completed an immaterial acquisition in May 2024, which was finalized in the second quarter of 2025.
Geographically, the United States accounted for 54% of total revenues in the first half of 2025, with notable sales growth in the Global Water and Global Institutional & Specialty segments. The Global Water segment reported a 2% increase in organic sales, while the Global Institutional & Specialty segment saw a 4% rise. The company also experienced a 6% increase in organic sales within its Global Pest Elimination segment. Ecolab's total assets increased to $23.7 billion as of June 30, 2025, compared to $22.4 billion at the end of 2024, with total liabilities rising to $14.4 billion.
Looking ahead, Ecolab anticipates continued growth driven by its strategic initiatives and operational efficiencies. The company remains focused on managing its cash flow and maintaining a strong balance sheet, with $1.92 billion in cash and cash equivalents as of June 30, 2025. Ecolab's management is optimistic about navigating the evolving economic landscape and expects to sustain its operational momentum in the coming quarters.
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