Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsGreat Lakes Dredge & Dock (GLDD)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$433.01
+5.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.00B
GLDD
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
$17.00
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 2990% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $888.28M). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 8.3%. GLDD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. GLDD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
GLDD
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-16.7%
Fair Value
$14.53
Current Price
$17.00
$2.47 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 37.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 13.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GLDD
The strongest argument for GLDD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : GLDD
The primary concerns for GLDD are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while GLDD is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GLDD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
GLDD is growing revenue faster at 26.5% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GLDD scores higher overall (60/100 vs 59/100) and 26.5% 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.
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.
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation provides dredging services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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