Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsQuest Resource Holding Corp (QRHC)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$433.01
+5.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.00B
QRHC
Quest Resource Holding Corp
$1.13
-0.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $23.47M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 10870% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $250.22M). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs -6.2%. QRHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.24. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
QRHC
Buy51
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 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.0%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.5%
ROE of -32.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 15.8%
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 : QRHC
The strongest argument for QRHC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : QRHC
The primary concerns for QRHC are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while QRHC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — 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 51/100) and 13.1% 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.
Quest Resource Holding Corp
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Quest Resource Holding Corporation provides solutions for the reuse, recycling, and disposal of various waste streams and recyclables in the United States. The company is headquartered in The Colony, Texas.
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