Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsUnited Parcel Service Inc (UPS)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$395.94
-5.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $162.16B
UPS
United Parcel Service Inc
$108.54
-1.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $92.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Parcel Service Inc generates 210% more annual revenue ($88.32B vs $28.52B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 5.9%. UPS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.72. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
ETN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
UPS
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
+15.7%
Fair Value
$142.42
Current Price
$108.54
$33.88 discount
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
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
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
5.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : UPS
The strongest argument for UPS centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio.
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 : UPS
The primary concerns for UPS are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.59 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while UPS 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.
UPS generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ETN scores higher overall (51/100 vs 49/100) and 16.8% revenue growth. UPS offers better value entry with a 15.7% margin of safety. 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.
United Parcel Service Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
United Parcel Service is an American multinational shipping & receiving and supply chain management company founded in 1907.
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