Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsHelios Technologies Inc (HLIO)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$359.04
-0.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $143.70B
HLIO
Helios Technologies Inc
$47.69
-0.77%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 3233% more annual revenue ($30.03B vs $900.80M). ETN leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs 8.7%. HLIO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.03. HLIO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ETN
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
HLIO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
+38.7%
Fair Value
$120.46
Current Price
$47.69
$72.77 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 21.4% year-over-year
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 71.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 15.9%
4.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 21.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HLIO
The strongest argument for HLIO centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. PEG of 1.03 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : HLIO
The primary concerns for HLIO are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while HLIO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HLIO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 21.4% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HLIO scores higher overall (62/100 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.
Helios Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Helios Technologies, Inc. develops, manufactures and sells solutions for the electronics and hydraulics markets in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Sarasota, Florida.
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