Financial Statement Analysis: "Eaton Corporation Plc" Case

The thesis aims to apply financial statement analysis methods and market benchmarking to address a company financial position in all its facets. It first presents the theory on the standard report framework and most used tools needed to run financial analysis and focus then on applying such logics on a specific case of study. This study provides a detailed look at the history and financial performance of Eaton Corporation Plc, a multinational global leader in power management solutions. It reviews key areas like profitability, capital efficiency, solvency and liquidity over the “2019–2023” period, aligning with the company’s strategic plan. The research also compares Eaton’s performance to other companies in the industry to better understand its financial health and competitive position in a market in rapid evolution linked to the energy transition phenomena, which is rapidly accelerating worldwide in recent years and well described in the paper. Finally, it explores how economic conditions, market trends, and business strategies have influenced Eaton’s financial progress, focusing on its efforts in innovation and sustainability, and how this will impact its future results.