Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsMotorola Solutions Inc (MSI)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$401.51
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $154.99B
MSI
Motorola Solutions Inc
$383.99
-11.36%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $72.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 144% more annual revenue ($28.52B vs $11.68B). MSI leads profitability with a 18.4% profit margin vs 14.0%. MSI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.37. MSI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ETN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
MSI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 104 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.8%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 26.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MSI
The strongest argument for MSI centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 27.8%. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MSI
The primary concerns for MSI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while MSI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
MSI generates stronger free cash flow (389M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MSI scores higher overall (62/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 18.4% margins and 12.3% 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.
Motorola Solutions Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Motorola Solutions, Inc., is an American data communications and telecommunications equipment provider that succeeded Motorola, Inc., following the spinoff of the mobile phone division into Motorola Mobility in 2011. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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