Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$401.51
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $154.99B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$91.60
-1.99%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 523% more annual revenue ($28.52B vs $4.58B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 12.9%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.60. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ETN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$82.67
Current Price
$91.60
$8.93 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.4%
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 : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.60 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (317M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 51/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. 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.
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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