Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsRockwell Automation Inc (ROK)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$425.37
+3.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $165.21B
ROK
Rockwell Automation Inc
$418.87
-2.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $47.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 235% more annual revenue ($30.03B vs $8.97B). ROK leads profitability with a 13.4% profit margin vs 12.8%. ROK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.91. ROK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ETN
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
ROK
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 21.4% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Earnings expanding 40.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.2x book value
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 13.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ROK
The strongest argument for ROK centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 41.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : ROK
The primary concerns for ROK are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 40.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while ROK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ROK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 21.4% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (874M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ROK scores higher overall (66/100 vs 53/100). 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.
Rockwell Automation Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Rockwell Automation, Inc. is an American provider of industrial automation and information technology. Its brands include Allen-Bradley and Factory Talk software.
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