Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsWatts Water Technologies Inc (WTS)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$375.00
+0.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $145.30B
WTS
Watts Water Technologies Inc
$297.79
-0.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 1026% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $2.44B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 14.0%. ETN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.64. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ETN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
WTS
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2.4%
Fair Value
$386.70
Current Price
$375.00
$11.70 premium
Margin of Safety
+31.9%
Fair Value
$462.26
Current Price
$297.79
$164.47 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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
15.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 23.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : WTS
The strongest argument for WTS centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WTS
The primary concerns for WTS are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while WTS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WTS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
WTS is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ETN scores higher overall (61/100 vs 58/100) and 13.1% revenue growth. WTS offers better value entry with a 31.9% margin of safety. 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.
Watts Water Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Watts Water Technologies, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells products and systems that manage and conserve the flow of fluids and energy to, through and from buildings in the commercial and residential markets of the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. . The company is headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts.
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