Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsRentokil Initial PLC (RTO)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$401.51
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $154.99B
RTO
Rentokil Initial PLC
$33.65
-1.61%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 313% more annual revenue ($28.52B vs $6.91B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 6.8%. RTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. RTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ETN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
RTO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-6.2%
Fair Value
$30.60
Current Price
$33.65
$3.05 premium
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
Earnings expanding 95.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.4%
ROE of 5.4% — below average capital efficiency
6.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : RTO
The strongest argument for RTO centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : RTO
The primary concerns for RTO are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 59.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while RTO is a value 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.
RTO generates stronger free cash flow (401M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RTO scores higher overall (57/100 vs 51/100). 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.
Rentokil Initial PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Rentokil Initial plc offers route-based services in North America, the UK, the rest of Europe, Asia, the Pacific and internationally. The company is headquartered in Crawley, the United Kingdom.
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