Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsEnpro Industries (NPO)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$425.37
+3.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $165.21B
NPO
Enpro Industries
$300.49
+2.25%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 2354% more annual revenue ($30.03B vs $1.22B). ETN leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs 3.6%. NPO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.81. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ETN
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
NPO
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 21.4% year-over-year
17.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.6% earnings growth
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NPO
The strongest argument for NPO centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 41.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NPO
The primary concerns for NPO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 144.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NPO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 21.4% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ETN scores higher overall (53/100 vs 46/100) and 21.4% 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.
Enpro Industries
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
EnPro Industries, Inc. is dedicated to the design, development, manufacture, marketing and service of engineered industrial products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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