Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)vsWabash National Corporation (WNC)
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$433.01
+5.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $168.00B
WNC
Wabash National Corporation
$8.69
+4.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $340.85M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eaton Corporation PLC generates 1679% more annual revenue ($27.45B vs $1.54B). ETN leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 13.7%. WNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. WNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
ETN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
WNC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ETN.
Margin of Safety
+67.6%
Fair Value
$37.53
Current Price
$8.69
$28.84 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Earnings expanding 1274.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 22.9%
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 : WNC
The strongest argument for WNC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : WNC
The primary concerns for WNC are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ETN profiles as a value stock while WNC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
WNC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 13.1% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WNC scores higher overall (72/100 vs 59/100). 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.
Wabash National Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Wabash National Corporation designs, manufactures, and distributes engineered solutions for the transportation, logistics, and distribution industries primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Lafayette, Indiana.
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