Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsLimbach Holdings Inc (LMB)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$433.01
+5.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.00B
LMB
Limbach Holdings Inc
$99.77
+9.19%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 4144% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $646.80M). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 6.0%. LMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.29. LMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LMB
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-38.0%
Fair Value
$68.57
Current Price
$99.77
$31.20 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
Revenue surging 30.1% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 23.9% 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
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.0% margin — thin
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 : LMB
The strongest argument for LMB centers on Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 30.1% 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 : LMB
The primary concerns for LMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while LMB is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LMB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
LMB is growing revenue faster at 30.1% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LMB scores higher overall (61/100 vs 59/100) and 30.1% 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.
Limbach Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Limbach Holdings, Inc. is an integrated building systems solutions company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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