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Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Eaton Corporation PLC stock (ETN) is currently trading at $375.00. Eaton Corporation PLC PE ratio is 35.83. Eaton Corporation PLC PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 5.29. Analyst consensus price target for ETN is $410.51. WallStSmart rates ETN as Hold.

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ETN

Eaton Corporation

NYSEINDUSTRIALS
$375.00
$0.90 (0.24%)
52W$229.04
$407.18
Target$410.51+9.5%

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ETN Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN)

Margin of Safety
-2.4%
Slightly Overvalued
ETN Fair Value
$386.70
Graham Formula
Current Price
$375.00
$11.70 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $386.70
Overvalued
Price $375.00
Graham IV $386.70
Analyst $410.51

ETN trades at a modest 2% premium above its Graham fair value of $386.70. Consider waiting for a pullback.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, return on equity, operating margin. Concerns around price/book. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 9.0/10
Institutional Own.Quality
85.56%10/10

85.56% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$145.30B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

Return on EquityProfitability
21.50%9/10

Every $100 of equity generates $22 in profit

Operating MarginProfitability
20.00%8/10

Strong operational efficiency: $20 kept per $100 revenue

Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN) Areas to Watch (6)

Avg Score: 4.7/10
Price/BookValuation
7.132/10

Very expensive at 7.1x book value

PEG RatioValuation
2.644/10

Paying a premium for growth, expensive relative to earnings expansion

Price/SalesValuation
5.294/10

Premium valuation at 5.3x annual revenue

Revenue GrowthGrowth
13.10%6/10

Solid revenue growth at 13.10% per year

EPS GrowthGrowth
18.90%6/10

Solid earnings growth at 18.90%

Profit MarginProfitability
14.90%6/10

Decent profitability, keeps $15 per $100 revenue

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
35.83
Expensive
Forward P/E
26.81
Premium
Trailing P/E
35.83
Expensive
Price/Sales (TTM)
5.29
Premium

Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 61/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 9.0/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 4.7/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Institutional Own., Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 21.50%, Operating Margin at 20.00%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (2.64), Price/Sales (5.29), Price/Book (7.13) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 13.10%, EPS Growth at 18.90%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Profit Margin at 14.90%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Price/Book improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 21.50% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 13.10% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Institutional Own., Market Cap) and negatives (Price/Book, PEG Ratio). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

ETN Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

ETN's Price-to-Sales ratio of 5.29x trades 211% above its historical average of 1.7x (99th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 0% below its historical high of 5.29x set in Mar 2026, and 587% above its historical low of 0.77x in Sep 2011.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Eaton Corporation PLC (ETN) · INDUSTRIALSSPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY

The Big Picture

Eaton Corporation PLC operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 27.4B with 13% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 14.9% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 2150.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 1.8B in free cash flow and 2.0B in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can Eaton Corporation PLC push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Sector dynamics: monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Eaton Corporation PLC.

Bottom Line

Eaton Corporation PLC offers stability with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. The valuation may present an opportunity for patient investors, though limited growth means returns will likely come from dividends and modest capital appreciation rather than explosive gains.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Eaton Corporation PLC(ETN)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

INDUSTRIALS

Industry

SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY

Country

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.