Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsIron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$395.94
-5.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $162.16B
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 294% more annual revenue ($28.52B vs $7.25B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 3.8%. IRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ETN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-41.5%
Fair Value
$70.83
Current Price
$124.66
$53.83 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 225 in profit
Earnings expanding 860.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Revenue surging 21.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 9.4%
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 21.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 138.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 21.6% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (314M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 51/100) and 21.6% 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.
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.
Iron Mountain Incorporated
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
Iron Mountain Inc. (NYSE: IRM) is an American enterprise information management services company founded in 1951 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
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