Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsMasTec Inc (MTZ)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$395.94
-5.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $162.16B
MTZ
MasTec Inc
$363.89
-2.89%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $28.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 87% more annual revenue ($28.52B vs $15.28B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 3.0%. MTZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.64. MTZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ETN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
MTZ
Buy63
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 20 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
Revenue surging 34.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 508.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 9.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.6x book value
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
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 : MTZ
The strongest argument for MTZ centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MTZ
The primary concerns for MTZ are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. A P/E of 63.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while MTZ is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
MTZ is growing revenue faster at 34.5% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (314M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MTZ scores higher overall (63/100 vs 51/100) and 34.5% 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.
MasTec Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
MasTec, Inc., an infrastructure construction company, provides engineering, construction, installation, maintenance, and upgrade services for communications, energy, utilities, and other infrastructure primarily in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida.
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