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    Eaton Corp (ETN)

    Eaton Corporation plc is an intelligent power management company that operates across several key business segments, providing a wide range of products for markets including data centers, utilities, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace, and mobility . In 2023, Eaton reported revenues of $23.2 billion, serving customers in over 160 countries . The company's business strategy is aligned with global trends such as electrification, energy transition, and digitalization, positioning it for growth in these expanding markets .

    1. Electrical Americas - Focuses on electrical components, systems, and services, including power distribution, circuit protection, and lighting products.
    2. Electrical Global - Provides electrical components, systems, and services similar to Electrical Americas, serving a global market.
    3. Aerospace - Supplies systems for commercial and military use, contributing significantly to the aerospace industry.
    4. Vehicle - Includes drivetrain and powertrain systems, catering to the automotive sector.
    5. eMobility - Focuses on electrical components for vehicles, supporting the transition to electric mobility.

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    NamePositionExternal RolesShort Bio

    Craig Arnold

    ExecutiveBoard

    Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

    Board Member at Medtronic plc; Member of The Business Roundtable, The Business Council, Director of The Greater Cleveland Partnership, University Hospitals Health System, and The Salvation Army of Greater Cleveland

    Craig Arnold has been with Eaton since 2000, serving in various executive roles. He became CEO in 2016 and has extensive experience in senior management and corporate governance.

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    Adam Wadecki

    Executive

    Senior Vice President and Controller

    None

    Adam Wadecki joined Eaton in 2023 and has held roles in internal audit and finance. He has a strong background in financial leadership from previous roles at GE Healthcare and other major corporations.

    Paulo Ruiz

    Executive

    President and Chief Operating Officer

    None

    Paulo Ruiz joined Eaton in 2019 and has held various leadership roles, including President of the Hydraulics Group. He is set to become CEO on June 1, 2025.

    Andre Schulten

    Board

    Director

    CFO of The Procter & Gamble Company

    Andre Schulten is the CFO of P&G and joined Eaton's Board in 2024. He has extensive experience in global finance and operations, contributing to Eaton's strategic goals.

    Gregory R. Page

    Board

    Lead Director

    Director at 3M, Deere & Company, Corteva, Inc.; Board member at Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, Northern Star Council of the Boy Scouts of America, Alight

    Gregory R. Page has been a director at Eaton since 2003 and is the retired Chairman and CEO of Cargill. He has extensive leadership experience and global business acumen.

    Karenann Terrell

    Board

    Director

    Director at UiPath Inc., Fractal Analytics, Switch, Inc.

    Karenann Terrell has a background in digital transformation and technology leadership, having served as Chief Digital and Technology Officer at GSK and CIO at Walmart. She joined Eaton's Board in 2024.

    1. Given that only 16% of the announced mega projects have started and cancellations, though modest, are at 10%, how confident are you that the remaining projects will proceed as planned, and what contingency plans do you have if they do not?

    2. With the significant $1.5 billion investment in capacity, particularly in electrical products, can you elaborate on the potential risks of overcapacity if market demand slows, and how will this impact your return on invested capital?

    3. Your Electrical Global margins lag behind those of Electrical Americas. Beyond restructuring efforts, what specific strategies are you implementing to drive growth and margin improvement in Europe, especially given the current market challenges there?

    4. Given the growing backlog in your Electrical segment, are there risks of Eaton becoming a bottleneck in the industry, and how are you addressing potential capacity constraints and lead times to ensure timely delivery to your customers?

    5. With pricing moderation expected and historical pricing patterns returning, how confident are you in maintaining margin expansion in 2025, especially if input costs rise or market competition intensifies?

    Research analysts who have asked questions during Eaton Corp earnings calls.

    Andrew Obin

    Bank of America

    4 questions for ETN

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    Vertical Research Partners

    4 questions for ETN

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    BofA Securities

    4 questions for ETN

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    Nigel Coe

    Wolfe Research, LLC

    4 questions for ETN

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    Scott Davis

    Melius Research

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    Christopher Snyder

    Morgan Stanley

    3 questions for ETN

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    RBC Capital Markets

    3 questions for ETN

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    Joseph Ritchie

    Goldman Sachs

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    Julian Mitchell

    Barclays Investment Bank

    3 questions for ETN

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    Andrew Kaplowitz

    Citigroup

    2 questions for ETN

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    JPMorgan Chase & Co.

    2 questions for ETN

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    Wells Fargo & Company

    2 questions for ETN

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    Raymond James

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    Amit Mehrotra

    UBS

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    Brett Linzey

    Mizuho Securities

    1 question for ETN

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    Charles Albert Dillard

    Bernstein

    1 question for ETN

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    Chris Snyder

    Morgan Stanley

    1 question for ETN

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    David Raso

    Evercore ISI

    1 question for ETN

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    Jeffrey Hammond

    KeyBanc Capital Markets

    1 question for ETN

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    Joe Ritchie

    Goldman Sachs

    1 question for ETN

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    Philip Buller

    Berenberg

    1 question for ETN

    Stephen Volkmann

    Jefferies

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    Steve Tusa

    JPMorgan Chase & Co.

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    Program DetailsProgram 1Program 2
    Approval DateFebruary 27, 2019 February 23, 2022
    End Date/DurationN/AThree-year period commencing on February 23, 2022
    Total Additional Amount$5.0 billion $5.0 billion
    Remaining AuthorizationN/A$3,086 million as of the end of September 2024
    DetailsRenewed in 2022Repurchases depend on market conditions, market price, capital levels, and other considerations
    YearAmount Due (Millions)Debt TypeInterest Rate (%)% of Total Debt
    20243 Short-term debtN/A0.03% = (3 / 9,395) * 100
    2024714 Current portion of long-term debtN/A7.6% = (714 / 9,395) * 100
    20311,084 Euro Notes3.601 11.5% = (1,084 / 9,395) * 100
    20361,084 Euro Notes3.802 11.5% = (1,084 / 9,395) * 100
    NameStart DateEnd DateReason for Change
    Ernst & Young LLP1923 PresentCurrent auditor

    Notable M&A activity and strategic investments in the past 3 years.

    CompanyYearDetails

    NordicEPOD AS

    2024

    Eaton acquired a 49% stake in NordicEPOD AS on May 31, 2024; NordicEPOD designs standardized power modules for data centers in the Nordic region, aligning with Eaton's strategy of deepening its presence in the European data center market.

    Exertherm

    2024

    Eaton acquired Exertherm on May 20, 2024, a U.K.-based provider of thermal monitoring solutions for electrical equipment, strengthening its Electrical Americas segment; the purchase price allocation remains preliminary.

    Jiangsu Ryan Electrical Co. Ltd.

    2023

    Eaton acquired a 49% stake in Jiangsu Ryan Electrical Co. Ltd. on April 23, 2023, a Chinese manufacturer of power distribution and sub-transmission transformers, as part of its strategy to expand in high-growth markets like renewable energy and data centers, with the investment accounted for using the equity method.

    Royal Power Solutions

    2022

    Eaton acquired Royal Power Solutions on January 5, 2022 for $612 million, integrating a U.S.-based manufacturer of electrical connectivity components used in electric vehicles, energy management, and industrial markets into its eMobility segment, with significant allocations to intangible assets and goodwill.

    Jiangsu Huineng Electric Co., Ltd

    2022

    Eaton acquired a 50% stake in Jiangsu Huineng Electric Co., Ltd's circuit breaker business on July 1, 2022, enhancing its Electrical Global segment by expanding its low-voltage circuit breaker capabilities in the renewable energy market, with the investment managed via the equity method.

    Recent press releases and 8-K filings for ETN.

    Eaton outlines strategic growth pillars and capacity investments
    ·$ETN
    M&A
    New Projects/Investments
    • CEO Paulo Ruiz detailed Eaton’s three-pillar strategy—Invest for growth, Lead for growth, and Execute for growth—now in full implementation with a focus on organic/inorganic investments and AI-driven cost reductions.
    • Data center demand surged: backlog grew from $150 billion to $470 billion, while Q2 data center sales rose 50% and orders 55% year-over-year.
    • Eaton closed three bolt-on acquisitions—Resilient Power and Fibrebond (data center) and Ultra PCS (aerospace)—targeting < 5% of market cap with ~$1.5 billion deal sizes.
    • Committed $1.25 billion to North American capacity expansions (12 projects), with $700 million slated for 2025 and the balance in 2026–27; expects ~100 bps of near-term margin headwinds from startup inefficiencies and tariffs, to be offset by pricing in H2.
    Sep 11, 2025, 9:35 PM
    Eaton outlines three-pillar growth strategy at Morgan Stanley Laguna Conference
    ·$ETN
    M&A
    New Projects/Investments
    • CEO Paulo Ruiz detailed Eaton’s three-pillar strategy—Invest for Growth, Execute for Growth, and portfolio management—focusing on data centers, utilities, and aerospace, and completed three bolt-on M&A deals (Resilient Power, FiberBond, and an aerospace acquisition) under $1.5 billion each.
    • The data center backlog rose from $150 billion to $470 billion year-over-year, driving Q2 data center sales up 50% and orders up 55%.
    • Eaton tracks a $2.6 trillion backlog of global mega projects (>$1 billion each), with only 15% started, and has secured $2 billion in orders plus $3.5 billion in active negotiations for U.S. reshoring work.
    • The company is deploying $1.25 billion in growth CapEx across 12 U.S. expansion projects, with $700 million expected to complete in 2025 and the remainder into 2026–27.
    • Electrical Global margins improved by 100 bps and Aerospace by 70 bps year-over-year, while Americas margins saw a 40 bps Q2 drag from capacity ramps and tariffs but are set to regain as efficiencies normalize.
    Sep 11, 2025, 9:35 PM
    Eaton Corp outlines strategy and growth drivers at Laguna Conference
    ·$ETN
    M&A
    New Projects/Investments
    Revenue Acceleration/Inflection
    • CEO Paulo Ruiz detailed three strategic pillars—Invest for growth, Execute for growth, and preserving core strengths—with full implementation marked by three recent bolt-on acquisitions in data center and aerospace.
    • Data center backlog jumped from $150 billion to $470 billion year-over-year, driving 50% Q2 sales growth and 55% order growth in the segment.
    • U.S. reshoring pipeline spans $2.6 trillion in mega projects (>$1 billion), with only 15% started; Eaton has secured $2 billion in orders and is negotiating $3.5 billion more.
    • A $1.25 billion CapEx plan to expand capacity includes $700 million finishing in 2025, with the balance in 2026–2027 across a dozen U.S. projects.
    • Q2 Electrical Americas margins absorbed ~100 bps from ramp inefficiencies and tariffs (offsetting only 40 bps through pricing), with pricing actions in place for H2 2025.
    Sep 11, 2025, 9:35 PM
    Eaton outlines growth strategy at 13th Annual Laguna Conference
    ·$ETN
    M&A
    New Projects/Investments
    • CEO Paulo Ruiz detailed a three-pillar strategy—Invest for growth, Execute for growth, and preserving core strengths—to drive higher customer centricity and operational discipline
    • Company is prioritizing data centers, utilities, and aerospace; data center backlog rose from $150 billion to $470 billion year-over-year, with Q2 data center sales up 50% and orders up 55%
    • Completed three disciplined bolt-on M&A deals in three months—Resilient Power, FiberBond, and a pending aerospace acquisition—each under 5% of market cap
    • Committed $1.25 billion of incremental growth CapEx, with $700 million slated for this year and the remainder mostly next year
    Sep 11, 2025, 9:35 PM
    Eaton projects Smart Pole market to reach USD 46.02 Billion by 2032
    ·$ETN
    • Global Smart Pole market valued at USD 12.37 Billion in 2024; expected to reach USD 46.02 Billion by 2032, at a 17.85% CAGR (2025–2032).
    • U.S. market estimated at USD 2.21 Billion in 2024; forecast to grow to USD 8.63 Billion by 2032 at an 18.54% CAGR.
    • Growth driven by integration of LED lighting, surveillance, environmental sensors, public Wi-Fi, 5G, and EV charging, underpinned by government modernization programs and public-private partnerships.
    • In 2024, the hardware segment led with a 60% share, while services are projected to grow fastest at a 19.23% CAGR from 2025 to 2032.
    • Eaton to invest USD 340 Million in U.S. transformer production (operations begin 2027), part of over USD 1 Billion in North American manufacturing investments since 2023.
    Sep 3, 2025, 12:06 PM
    Eon Resources reports Q2 2025 earnings and debt retirement
    ·$ETN
    Earnings
    Debt Issuance
    New Projects/Investments
    • Eon Resources secured $40 million in debt retirement agreements and obtained $52.8 million in funding for field development in the Permian Basin.
    • Lease operating expenses decreased to $665,000 per month in Q2 2025 from $718,000 in 2024, and interest expense fell by $65,000 due to note conversions.
    • The company’s hedging program delivered a $600,000 positive impact in Q2 2025, helping to mitigate commodity price volatility.
    • A horizontal drilling program, set to begin in Q1 2026, aims to add up to $100 million in reserves, while the South Justis Field acquisition has boosted production capacity.
    Aug 19, 2025, 10:10 AM
    E.ON reports H1 2025 EBITDA up 13%
    ·$ETN
    Earnings
    Guidance Update
    New Projects/Investments
    • Adjusted Group EBITDA rose 13% to €5.5 billion in H1 2025
    • Energy transition investments increased 11% to €3.2 billion, focused on network expansion, modernization, and digitalization
    • Adjusted net income grew 10% to €1.9 billion
    • Energy Networks segment EBITDA climbed to €4.0 billion from €3.3 billion, driven by investments and temporary volume gains
    • Full-year guidance confirmed: adjusted Group EBITDA of €9.6–9.8 billion and adjusted net income of €2.85–3.05 billion
    Aug 13, 2025, 5:18 AM
    Eaton shares attract buy-on-dip following robust data center order growth
    ·$ETN
    • Portfolio manager Stephanie Link added to Eaton after its data-center electricals business—which represents 80% of global electricals sales—reported 55% order growth, offering strong demand visibility.
    • She also bought Rockwell Automation shares despite a 9% post-earnings drop, citing a $0.51 increase in core earnings and 200 bps of margin expansion as signs of underlying strength.
    • Link purchased more Uber stock after the ride-hailing firm delivered all-time highs in trip frequencies and profitability and announced a $20 billion share buyback, even as the shares fell ~3% on the day.
    • She added Chipotle shares on weakness—down 29% year-to-date—based on expectations of a traffic rebound, 20% earnings growth, and a valuation near 30× forward earnings.
    Aug 7, 2025, 5:21 PM
    Eaton completes acquisition of Resilient Power Systems
    ·$ETN
    M&A
    • Eaton has completed the acquisition of Resilient Power Systems Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of solid-state transformer technology.
    • The deal will accelerate commercialization of medium-voltage solid-state transformers for data centers and energy storage markets.
    • Resilient’s ultra-compact, high-density power solutions will bolster Eaton’s power distribution offerings, driving cost reduction, reliability and efficiency for customers.
    Aug 6, 2025, 8:27 PM
    Eaton reports record Q2 2025 results
    ·$ETN
    Earnings
    M&A
    • Eaton posted record Q2 2025 results with adjusted EPS of $2.95 and GAAP EPS of $2.51, up 1% year-over-year.
    • Revenues reached approximately $7.0 billion, an 11% increase driven by organic growth, acquisitions, and favorable currency movements.
    • Completed the $1.45 billion acquisition of Fibrebond Corporation and signed agreements to acquire Ultra PCS Limited and Resilient Power Systems Inc..
    • Despite a 7.36% stock decline on the report day, Eaton shares are up approximately 15.9% year-to-date, outperforming the S&P 500.
    Aug 5, 2025, 10:52 AM