Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsSmith & Wesson Brands Inc (SWBI)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$433.01
+5.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.00B
SWBI
Smith & Wesson Brands Inc
$15.54
+0.84%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $678.09M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 5545% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $486.22M). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 2.2%. SWBI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.84. SWBI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SWBI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
+20.4%
Fair Value
$14.81
Current Price
$15.54
$0.73 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 67.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
17.1% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 13.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SWBI
The strongest argument for SWBI centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 17.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.84 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SWBI
The primary concerns for SWBI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 63.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while SWBI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
SWBI is growing revenue faster at 17.1% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SWBI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 59/100) and 17.1% 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.
Smith & Wesson Brands Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells firearms worldwide. The company is headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts.
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