Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsWESCO International Inc (WCC)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$395.94
-5.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $162.16B
WCC
WESCO International Inc
$354.31
-3.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 18% more annual revenue ($28.52B vs $24.25B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 2.8%. WCC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.30. WCC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ETN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
WCC
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
Earnings expanding 48.1% YoY
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
2.8% 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 : WCC
The strongest argument for WCC centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : WCC
The primary concerns for WCC are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while WCC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WCC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (314M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WCC scores higher overall (61/100 vs 51/100) and 13.8% 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.
WESCO International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
WESCO International, Inc. provides business-to-business distribution, logistics, and supply chain solutions in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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