Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsQXO, Inc. (QXO)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$433.01
+5.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.00B
QXO
QXO, Inc.
$19.61
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 301% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $6.84B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs -4.1%. QXO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.88. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
QXO
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-17.0%
Fair Value
$23.12
Current Price
$19.61
$3.51 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
Revenue surging 14725.0% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -3.8% — below average capital efficiency
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 : QXO
The strongest argument for QXO centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 14725.0% 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 : QXO
The primary concerns for QXO are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while QXO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
QXO carries more volatility with a beta of 2.47 — expect wider price swings.
QXO is growing revenue faster at 14725.0% — 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 48/100) 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.
QXO, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
QXO, Inc. is a business application, technology, and consulting company in North America. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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