Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsWaste Management Inc (WM)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$395.94
-5.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $162.16B
WM
Waste Management Inc
$219.07
+0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 12% more annual revenue ($28.52B vs $25.41B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 11.0%. WM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.16. WM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ETN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
WM
Buy58
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 20 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 9.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.8x book value
3.5% revenue growth
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 : WM
The strongest argument for WM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WM
The primary concerns for WM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.28 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a growth stock while WM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ETN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
WM generates stronger free cash flow (851M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WM scores higher overall (58/100 vs 51/100). 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.
Waste Management Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Waste Management, Inc. is an American waste management, comprehensive waste, and environmental services company in North America. Founded in 1968, the company is headquartered 800 Capitol in Houston, Texas.
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