economy

December 31, 2025

Eaton's stock sat out the AI boom this year. Here's what can spark a rally in 2026

The electrical equipment supplier's results this year have failed to meet Wall Street's lofty expectations.

Eaton's stock sat out the AI boom this year. Here's what can spark a rally in 2026

TL;DR

  • Eaton's stock has underperformed in 2025, with a year-to-date decline of approximately 3%.
  • The company's Electrical Americas division, which supplies equipment for data centers, has seen increased revenue contribution due to AI spending.
  • Eaton's data center orders were up 70% year-over-year in Q3 2025, with revenue up 40%.
  • The acquisition of Boyd Thermal for $9.5 billion is expected to enhance Eaton's capabilities in the data center market, particularly in liquid cooling.
  • Eaton has addressed headwinds such as transformer shortages and capacity expansion through increased investment.
  • President Trump's tariffs, which previously weighed on sentiment, are expected to ease.

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