Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsEnpro Industries (NPO)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$395.94
-5.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $162.16B
NPO
Enpro Industries
$312.14
-1.66%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 2331% more annual revenue ($28.52B vs $1.17B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 3.7%. NPO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.44. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
ETN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
NPO
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
No standout strengths identified
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
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
3.7% margin — thin
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 : NPO
Revenue growth of 10.9% 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 : NPO
The primary concerns for NPO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 164.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while NPO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NPO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (314M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ETN scores higher overall (51/100 vs 48/100) and 16.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Enpro Industries
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
EnPro Industries, Inc. is dedicated to the design, development, manufacture, marketing and service of engineered industrial products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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