Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsGranite Construction Incorporated (GVA)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$433.01
+5.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.00B
GVA
Granite Construction Incorporated
$122.55
-1.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 520% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $4.42B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 4.4%. GVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.96. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
GVA
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-31.7%
Fair Value
$101.15
Current Price
$122.55
$21.40 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
19.2% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 25.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.4%
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 : GVA
The strongest argument for GVA centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 19.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : GVA
The primary concerns for GVA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while GVA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GVA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
GVA is growing revenue faster at 19.2% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ETN scores higher overall (59/100 vs 58/100) 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.
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.
Granite Construction Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Granite Construction Incorporated is an infrastructure contractor and producer of building materials in the United States. The company is headquartered in Watsonville, California.
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