Eaton Corporation

Stock Symbol: ETN

Eaton Corporation Description:
Eaton Corporation is a global diversified industrial manufacturer with 2002 sales of $7.2 billion that is a leader in fluid power systems; electrical power quality, distribution and control; automotive engine air management and fuel economy; and intelligent systems for fuel economy and safety in truck.Eaton has 51,000 employees and sells products in more than 50 countries.

Eaton Corporation Financial Summary:
For the nine months ended 30 September 2005, Eaton Corporation's revenues increased 15% to $8.28B. Net income increased 28% to $595M. Revenues reflect an increase in sales in the electrical segment and the truck segment. Net income also reflects improved operating margins. Eaton Corporation is a global manufacturer of highly engineered products that serve industrial, vehicle, construction, commercial, aerospace and semiconductor markets.

Eaton Corporation Business Summary:
Eaton Corporation (Eaton) is a globally diversified industrial manufacturer engaged in the design, manufacture, marketing and servicing of fluid power systems for industrial, mobile, and aircraft equipment; electrical systems and components for power quality, distribution and control; automotive engine air management systems, powertrain solutions and specialty controls for performance, fuel economy and safety; and intelligent truck drivetrain systems for safety and fuel economy. The principal markets for Fluid Power, Automotive and Truck are original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and after-market customers of off-highway agricultural and construction vehicles, industrial equipment, passenger cars, heavy-, medium-, and light-duty trucks, and customers involved with aerospace products and systems. The principal markets for Electrical are industrial, construction, commercial, automotive and government customers.