Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsITT Inc (ITT)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$395.94
-5.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $162.16B
ITT
ITT Inc
$191.45
-0.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 573% more annual revenue ($28.52B vs $4.24B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 10.8%. ITT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.95. ITT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ETN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
ITT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Revenue surging 32.7% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 9.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 33.1%
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 : ITT
The strongest argument for ITT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 32.7% 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 : ITT
The primary concerns for ITT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ITT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
ITT is growing revenue faster at 32.7% — 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
ITT scores higher overall (57/100 vs 51/100) and 32.7% 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.
ITT Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
ITT Inc. manufactures and sells critical engineered components and custom technology solutions for the energy, transportation and industrial markets globally. The company is headquartered in White Plains, New York.
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