Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsMcDonald’s Corporation (MCD)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$401.51
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $154.99B
MCD
McDonald’s Corporation
$275.75
-2.80%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $195.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 4% more annual revenue ($28.52B vs $27.45B). MCD leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs 14.0%. MCD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.55. MCD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
ETN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
MCD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-80.4%
Fair Value
$157.30
Current Price
$275.75
$118.45 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.3%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.4%
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : MCD
The strongest argument for MCD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.6% and operating margin at 45.3%.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MCD
The primary concerns for MCD are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while MCD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
MCD generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MCD scores higher overall (55/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 31.6% margins. 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.
McDonald’s Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
McDonald's Corporation is an American fast food company, founded in 1940 as a restaurant operated by Richard and Maurice McDonald, in San Bernardino, California, United States. They rechristened their business as a hamburger stand, and later turned the company into a franchise, with the Golden Arches logo being introduced in 1953 at a location in Phoenix, Arizona.
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