Centene Corp (CNC)vsEaton Corporation PLC (ETN)
CNC
Centene Corp
$55.33
+4.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $26.34B
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$421.39
+2.56%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $165.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Centene Corp generates 550% more annual revenue ($178.33B vs $27.45B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs -3.6%. CNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.02. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CNC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
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
ROE of -26.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Trading at 8.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNC
The strongest argument for CNC centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.02 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : CNC
The primary concerns for CNC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNC profiles as a turnaround stock while ETN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 13.1% — sustainability is the question.
CNC generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ETN scores higher overall (59/100 vs 57/100) and 13.1% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Centene Corp
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Centene Corporation is a large publicly traded company and a multi-line managed care enterprise that serves as a major intermediary for both government-sponsored and privately insured health care programs. It is a healthcare insurer that focuses on managed care for uninsured, underinsured, and low-income individuals.
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.
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