Crane Company (CR)vsEaton Corporation PLC (ETN)
CR
Crane Company
$174.58
+0.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.05B
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$375.00
+0.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $145.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 1091% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $2.31B). CR leads profitability with a 15.9% profit margin vs 14.9%. CR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.17. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
CR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
ETN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-397.8%
Fair Value
$40.30
Current Price
$174.58
$134.28 premium
Margin of Safety
-2.4%
Fair Value
$386.70
Current Price
$375.00
$11.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.2% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CR
Profitability is solid with margins at 15.9% and operating margin at 16.1%.
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 : CR
The primary concerns for CR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CR profiles as a mature stock while ETN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — 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.
Bottom Line
ETN scores higher overall (61/100 vs 55/100) and 13.1% 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.
Crane Company
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Crane Co. manufactures and sells industrial engineering products in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, continental Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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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