Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsOld Dominion Freight Line Inc (ODFL)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$433.01
+5.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.00B
ODFL
Old Dominion Freight Line Inc
$212.43
+1.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $43.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 399% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $5.50B). ODFL leads profitability with a 18.6% profit margin vs 14.9%. ETN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.04. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
ODFL
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-31.8%
Fair Value
$147.56
Current Price
$212.43
$64.87 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
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.3%
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.3x book value
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, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 13.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ODFL
The strongest argument for ODFL centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.6% and operating margin at 23.3%.
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 : ODFL
The primary concerns for ODFL are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 43.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while ODFL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
ODFL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 13.1% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ETN scores higher overall (59/100 vs 49/100) and 13.1% 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.
Old Dominion Freight Line Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an American less than truckload shipping (LTL) company. It offers regional, inter-regional and national LTL service. In addition to its core LTL services, the company offers logistics services including ground and air expedited transportation, supply chain consulting, transportation management, truckload brokerage, container delivery and warehousing, as well as household moving services.
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