Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsEaton Corporation PLC (ETN)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$39.00
+1.58%
ENERGY · Cap: $81.20B
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$375.00
+0.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $145.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 92% more annual revenue ($52.60B vs $27.45B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 11.1%. EPD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.16. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EPD
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
ETN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.0%
Fair Value
$25.32
Current Price
$38.99
$13.67 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
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
1.7% earnings growth
Revenue declined 2.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
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 : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining 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.
Monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ETN scores higher overall (61/100 vs 50/100) 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.
Enterprise Products Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Enterprise Products Partners LP provides midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGL), crude oil, petrochemicals, and refined products. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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