Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsFranklin Electric Co Inc (FELE)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$425.37
+3.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $165.21B
FELE
Franklin Electric Co Inc
$97.83
+0.71%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 1257% more annual revenue ($30.03B vs $2.21B). ETN leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs 7.1%. FELE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. FELE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ETN
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
FELE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-8.3%
Fair Value
$101.20
Current Price
$97.83
$3.37 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 21.4% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
7.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FELE
The strongest argument for FELE centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 41.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : FELE
The primary concerns for FELE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while FELE 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 21.4% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FELE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 53/100). 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.
Franklin Electric Co Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Franklin Electric Co., Inc. designs, manufactures and distributes fuel and water pumping systems worldwide. The company is headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
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