AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU)vsEaton Corporation PLC (ETN)
AU
AngloGold Ashanti plc
$89.55
+4.36%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $43.34B
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$375.00
+0.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $145.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 177% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $9.89B). AU leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 14.9%. AU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. AU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
AU
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
ETN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.8%
Fair Value
$242.89
Current Price
$89.55
$153.34 discount
Margin of Safety
-2.4%
Fair Value
$386.70
Current Price
$375.00
$11.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.2%
Revenue surging 75.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 63.1% YoY
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AU
The strongest argument for AU centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 47.2%. Revenue growth of 75.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 13.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AU
No major red flags identified for AU, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AU profiles as a growth stock while ETN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
AU is growing revenue faster at 75.3% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AU scores higher overall (84/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 26.7% margins and 75.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
AngloGold Ashanti plc
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
AngloGold Ashanti Limited is a gold mining company. The company is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Visit Website →Eaton Corporation PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Eaton Corporation plc is an American Irish-domiciled multinational power management company with 2020 sales of 17.86 billion USD, founded in the United States with corporate headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, and operational headquarters in Beachwood, Ohio.
Compare with Other GOLD Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?