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Eaton Corporation PLC(ETN)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
2-STAR RATING
PASS
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$391.7
11/03/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ETN

11/03/2026: ETN (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Eaton Corporation PLC is a prominent global power management company that provides critical infrastructure solutions for electrical, aerospace, and vehicle markets. The company has a leading position in supporting the global transition toward electrification, with substantial demand driven by data center infrastructure and grid modernization. While Eaton is known for strong margins and a disciplined operational framework, its primary risks include cyclicality in end-markets, raw material price volatility, and execution risks in scaling production capacity. The stock is a fit for investors seeking exposure to secular growth themes like energy transition and digitalization, and may appeal to those valuing consistent dividend payments. Key developments to monitor include backlog conversion rates and data center infrastructure investment trends.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitEaton is a primary beneficiary of structural shifts toward electrification and grid modernization.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock has shown consistent upward momentum supported by secular demand tailwinds.
Value investorMixed fitThe company often trades at a premium multiple due to its high-quality characteristics and growth profile.
Dividend investorStrong fitEaton offers a reliable, growing dividend stream supported by strong cash flows.
Low-risk investorStrong fitIts diversified revenue base and critical role in infrastructure provide defensive qualities.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can experience short-term fluctuations driven by industrial cycle sentiment.
Valuation riskMedium / highHigh expectations for growth in electrification are often already priced into the shares.
Competition risk (Infrastructure/Grid)MediumIntense competition from global giants like Siemens and Schneider can pressure margins.
Business qualityStrongEaton's strong franchise and sticky installed base provide high quality earnings.
Dividend incomeLowThe risk to the dividend is minimal due to the company's robust free cash flow.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on scaling capacity to meet record-high backlog demand.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 17.63%
Avg. Invested days 50
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ETN receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and strong analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ETN has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+7.8%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 12.9%) are partially offset by very low insider ownership of 0.07%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ETN's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $3.6B (12.9% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is ETN's strongest growth driver at +10.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Earnings growth (+7.8%, moderate) and free-cash-flow growth (+1.0%, moderate) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 87.8% and approximately 99.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.07%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 7.90%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.53%
State Street Corp 4.50%
JPMorgan Chase & Co 4.32%
Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts 3.41%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ETN generates approximately $376 of gross profit, $191 of operating income, and $129 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and moderate cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 17.03%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
ETN has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 142.18B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 37.24
1Y Target Price 485.47
Price to earnings Ratio 37.24
1Y Target Price 485.47
Volume (30-day avg) 2.4M shares
Beta 1.14
52 Weeks Range 309.33 - 478.00
Updated Date 11/03/2026
52 Weeks Range 309.33 - 478.00
Updated Date 11/03/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.16%
Basic EPS (TTM) 9.83

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Electrical AmericasElectrical components and services sold in North America.The biggest chunk of revenue, benefiting directly from US data center and infrastructure spending.
Electrical GlobalInternational electrical distribution and control gear.Exposes the company to global energy transition and grid modernization trends.
AerospaceFuel and hydraulic systems for aviation.A high-tech, high-barrier-to-entry segment that provides steady long-term contracts.
Vehicle & eMobilityPowertrain and electric vehicle components.The growth engine for the automotive shift toward electric platforms.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-03
When Before Market
Estimate 3.54
Actual 3.68

Profitability

Profit Margin 12.75%
Operating Margin (TTM) 16.56%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 7.05%
Return on Equity (TTM) 19.68%

Valuation

Trailing PE 37.24
Forward PE 23.26
Enterprise Value 164.33B
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.73
Enterprise Value 164.33B
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.73
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.47
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 25.48
Shares Outstanding 388.40M
Shares Floating 387.71M
Shares Outstanding 388.40M
Shares Floating 387.71M
Percent Insiders 0.07
Percent Institutions 87.84

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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