Ecolab and CDP Partner on New Benchmarks to Help Companies Improve Operational Water Performance

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Inc. and CDP today announced a strategic partnership to launch the Water Use Efficiency Index, a new benchmark designed to help companies measure, compare and improve operational water performance. Announced at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, the Index will offer sector‑specific ranges for Best‑in‑Class water use efficiency and optimized targets, giving business leaders a clear view of where they stand with water use in their operations.

Business Wire • Jan 20, 2026

Water.org Partners with Gap Inc., Amazon, Starbucks, and Ecolab to Launch Get Blue™, Advancing Water.org's Goal of Reaching 200 Million People by 2030

Founding partners will activate products, content, and experiences that help fund access to safe water and sanitation through Water.org's proven solutions DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Water.org, Gap Inc., Amazon, Starbucks, and Ecolab today announced the launch of Get Blue™. The global initiative is designed to accelerate access to safe water and sanitation by aligning business leadership, consumer engagement, and capital behind Water.org's proven, market-driven solutions, reaching families and communities in need around the world.

PRNewsWire • Jan 19, 2026

3 Strong Dividend Growers for Income Without Rate Risk

For many income-oriented investors, buying dividend stocks means looking for utilities names and real estate investment trusts (REITs). These companies typically offer consistent payouts for regular income, and some of the highest yields

MarketBeat • Jan 9, 2026

Ecolab Earns Double ‘A' Rating from CDP for Leadership in Water and Climate Performance

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Inc., a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life, has earned a top spot on CDP's respected annual A List for its continued leadership in corporate transparency and performance on water and climate. This marks the seventh consecutive year of being recognized by CDP for water leadership and the fifth consecutive year for climate leadership. CDP,.

Business Wire • Jan 8, 2026

Ecolab Schedules Webcast and Conference Call on February 10, 2026

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab will host a live webcast to discuss its 2025 fourth quarter results. A news release containing fourth quarter results is expected to be issued before market open on February 10, 2026. Details for the public webcast are as follows: TIME:   1:00 p.m. Eastern Time DATE:   Tuesday, February 10, 2026 DURATION:   One hour LOCATION:   www.ecolab.com/investor ARCHIVE:   A replay of the webcast and supplemental data will be available on Ecolab's website. About Ec.

Business Wire • Jan 5, 2026

Best Dividend Aristocrats For January 2026

The ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat ETF (NOBL) underperformed SPY in 2025, gaining 7.2% versus SPY's 18.42%. Despite average underperformance, select Aristocrats like CAH (+74.18%), ALB (+66.90%), and CHRW (+61.22%) delivered strong double-digit returns. Dividend growth for the Aristocrats slowed to 5.52% in 2025, down from 5.78% in 2024, with 68 of 69 raising payouts.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 31, 2025

Ecolab: The "Pick-And-Shovel" Play Of The Data Center Boom

Ecolab is transitioning from a defensive hygiene leader to a high-growth compounder, driven by AI infrastructure and data center water solutions. ECL's Global High-Tech segment posted 25% sales growth, supported by the Ovivo acquisition and rising demand for ultra-pure water in semiconductors and data centers. Operating margins reached 18.7%, with management targeting 20% by 2027, underpinned by high-margin digital and pest elimination services.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 30, 2025

Chevron, Kimberly-Clark Among 16 Companies To Kick Off 2026 With Annual Dividend Increases In January

Chevron (CVX) is expected to extend its dividend growth streak to 39 years, but with a muted 3–4% increase amid lower oil prices. CVX's earnings remain under pressure from declining oil prices despite cost-saving initiatives and the Hess acquisition, leading to subdued dividend growth. Dividend increases in January will generally be modest, with select companies like Fastenal, S&P Global, and Cincinnati Financial likely to deliver higher single-digit boosts.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 27, 2025

ECL Boosts High-Tech Water Platform With Ovivo's Electronics Business

Ecolab closes Ovivo Electronics acquisition, expanding high-tech water solutions for semiconductors and boosting circular water offerings.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 18, 2025

Ecolab Closes Acquisition of Ovivo's Electronics Ultrapure Water Business

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ecolab Inc. has closed on its previously announced acquisition of Ovivo's electronics ultrapure water business.

Business Wire • Dec 16, 2025