Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsTerex Corporation (TEX)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$422.44
-0.73%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $165.11B
TEX
Terex Corporation
$60.95
+3.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 363% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $5.93B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 1.9%. TEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.68. ETN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
TEX
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
-33.1%
Fair Value
$51.88
Current Price
$60.95
$9.07 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 41.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Earnings declined 25.2%
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 : TEX
The strongest argument for TEX centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 41.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TEX
The primary concerns for TEX are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while TEX is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.64 — expect wider price swings.
TEX is growing revenue faster at 41.1% — 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 45/100) 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.
Terex Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Terex Corporation manufactures and sells aerial work platforms and materials processing machinery worldwide. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
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