Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsFlowserve Corporation (FLS)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$395.94
-5.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $162.16B
FLS
Flowserve Corporation
$73.50
-2.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 513% more annual revenue ($28.52B vs $4.65B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 7.6%. FLS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.92. FLS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
ETN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
FLS
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-6.0%
Fair Value
$81.64
Current Price
$73.50
$8.14 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 9.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
7.6% margin — thin
Revenue declined 6.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FLS
FLS has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : FLS
The primary concerns for FLS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while FLS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FLS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (314M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FLS scores higher overall (52/100 vs 51/100). 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.
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.
Flowserve Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Flowserve Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, distributes and services industrial flow management equipment in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and Europe. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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