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Ecolab is deeply committed to constantly improving its shareholder value. Year    

FINANCIAL INFORMATION after year, we aggressively pursue our long-term profitability and growth STOCK INFORMATION
objectives with the goal of providing our shareholders consistent, reliable, above-
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average earnings growth. + 0.03 Current  $48.91
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Our financial objectives are as follows: Volume 2,551,000

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Board of Directors  15% earnings per share growth;
Corporate Governance  20% return on beginning equity; and
 Fact Book  Investment grade balance sheet.

Financial Objectives
Ecolab possesses certain financial characteristics that enable it to accomplish
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STRONG CASH FLOW
Because of strong margins on most products, stable markets and low capital
INVESTOR RESOURCES investment requirements, Ecolab generates a strong cash flow from operations.

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SOLID BALANCE SHEET, ATTRACTIVE RETURNS
Ecolab's attractive business and strong financial management have resulted in a
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solid balance sheet. This gives Ecolab the financial flexibility to fund its business
needs while maintaining financial discipline and yielding attractive returns on
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assets and investments.
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MODERATE CAPITAL INVESTMENT REQUIREMENTS PDF  
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generally been moderate. This allows Ecolab to use its cash resources for other
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ATTRACTIVE PROFITABILITY 2010 PROXY STATEMENT
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achieves attractive profit levels. PDF  
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Ecolab's primary customer base - schools, restaurants, hotels and other INVESTOR TOOLS
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other businesses. Since Ecolab products fulfill basic hygiene needs, they are less
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relatively stable market in which to do business. Email page

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