Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsHurco Companies Inc (HURC)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$375.00
+0.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $145.30B
HURC
Hurco Companies Inc
$15.07
+0.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $95.12M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 15584% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $175.01M). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs -8.2%. HURC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ETN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
HURC
Buy55
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HURC.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 68.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 7.6%
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 : HURC
The strongest argument for HURC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.51 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 : HURC
The primary concerns for HURC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while HURC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 13.1% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ETN scores higher overall (61/100 vs 55/100) 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.
Hurco Companies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Hurco Companies, Inc., an industrial technology company, designs, manufactures and sells computerized machine tools to companies in the metal cutting industry worldwide. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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