Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsL3Harris Technologies Inc (LHX)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$433.01
+5.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.00B
LHX
L3Harris Technologies Inc
$320.55
-0.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $59.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 114% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $12.86B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 10.4%. LHX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.04. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LHX
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
Revenue surging 190.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
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
Earnings declined 6.1%
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 : LHX
The strongest argument for LHX centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 190.0% 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 : LHX
The primary concerns for LHX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while LHX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
LHX is growing revenue faster at 190.0% — sustainability is the question.
LHX generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ETN scores higher overall (59/100 vs 49/100) and 13.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
L3Harris Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
L3Harris Technologies (L3Harris) is an American technology company, defense contractor and information technology services provider that produces C6ISR systems and products, wireless equipment, tactical radios, avionics and electronic systems, night vision equipment, and both terrestrial and spaceborne antennas for use in the government, defense, and commercial sectors.
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