Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsPentair PLC (PNR)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$425.37
+3.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $165.21B
PNR
Pentair PLC
$56.58
-0.26%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 648% more annual revenue ($30.03B vs $4.01B). PNR leads profitability with a 16.2% profit margin vs 12.8%. PNR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. PNR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ETN
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
PNR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 21.4% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.4%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 17.0%
Earnings declined 11.1%
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 : PNR
The strongest argument for PNR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 23.4%. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : PNR
The primary concerns for PNR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while PNR is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — 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.
Bottom Line
PNR scores higher overall (59/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 16.2% margins. 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.
Pentair PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Pentair plc (PNR) is an American water treatment company with its main U.S. office in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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