Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsMueller Industries Inc (MLI)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$433.01
+5.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.00B
MLI
Mueller Industries Inc
$132.87
-2.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 528% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $4.37B). MLI leads profitability with a 19.4% profit margin vs 14.9%. ETN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.04. MLI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
MLI
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-53.1%
Fair Value
$78.76
Current Price
$132.87
$54.11 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 55.4% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 23.0%
19.3% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 13.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MLI
The strongest argument for MLI centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.4% and operating margin at 23.0%. Revenue growth of 19.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MLI
The primary concerns for MLI are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while MLI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
MLI is growing revenue faster at 19.3% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MLI scores higher overall (71/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 19.4% margins and 19.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Mueller Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Mueller Industries, Inc. manufactures and sells copper, brass, aluminum, and plastic products in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, South Korea, the Middle East, China, and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Collierville, Tennessee.
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