Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsCorning Incorporated (GLW)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$375.00
+0.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $145.30B
GLW
Corning Incorporated
$146.35
+3.06%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $106.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 76% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $15.63B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 10.2%. GLW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. GLW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
ETN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
GLW
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2.4%
Fair Value
$386.70
Current Price
$375.00
$11.70 premium
Margin of Safety
-55.2%
Fair Value
$85.64
Current Price
$146.35
$60.71 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
Earnings expanding 77.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : GLW
The strongest argument for GLW centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : GLW
The primary concerns for GLW are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 68.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while GLW is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
GLW is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GLW scores higher overall (65/100 vs 61/100) and 20.4% 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.
Corning Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Corning Incorporated is an American multinational technology company that specializes in specialty glass, ceramics, and related materials and technologies including advanced optics, primarily for industrial and scientific applications.
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