Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsMatson Inc (MATX)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$433.01
+5.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.00B
MATX
Matson Inc
$174.43
+0.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 721% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $3.34B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 13.3%. MATX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.01. MATX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
MATX
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-44.5%
Fair Value
$112.68
Current Price
$174.43
$61.75 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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 21.2% 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
Revenue declined 4.3%
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 : MATX
The strongest argument for MATX centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
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 : MATX
The primary concerns for MATX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while MATX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
MATX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — 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
MATX scores higher overall (64/100 vs 59/100). 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.
Matson Inc
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Matson, Inc. provides logistics and shipping services. The company is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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