Cigna Corp (CI)vsEaton Corporation PLC (ETN)
CI
Cigna Corp
$281.98
+2.29%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $74.83B
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$421.39
+2.56%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $165.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cigna Corp generates 912% more annual revenue ($277.89B vs $27.45B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 2.3%. CI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. CI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
CI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+79.8%
Fair Value
$1364.02
Current Price
$281.98
$1082.04 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
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
Areas to Watch
4.6% revenue growth
2.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 8.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CI
The strongest argument for CI centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 13.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CI
The primary concerns for CI are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 13.1% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HEALTHCARE PLANS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CI scores higher overall (68/100 vs 59/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Cigna Corp
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Cigna is an American multinational managed healthcare and insurance company based in Bloomfield, Connecticut. Its insurance subsidiaries are major providers of medical, dental, disability, life and accident insurance and related products and services, the majority of which are offered through employers and other groups (e.g. governmental and non-governmental organizations, unions and associations).
Visit Website →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.
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