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Eaton Stock Soars on Data Center Cooling Upgrade
14 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Wolfe Research upgraded Eaton's stock to Outperform with a $413 target.
- Eaton acquired Boyd's thermal business for $9.5 billion to boost cooling.
- The Boyd acquisition enhances data center and AI infrastructure capabilities.
Eaton Corporation's stock received a significant boost with Wolfe Research upgrading its rating to Outperform and setting a $413 target price. Analysts anticipate that Eaton's cyclical business units, including Vehicle and eMobility, may have reached their lowest point, presenting a compelling valuation.
The company recently finalized a $9.5 billion deal to acquire Boyd Corporation's thermal business unit. This strategic acquisition is designed to bolster Eaton's data center and liquid cooling technologies, crucial for the ongoing development of AI infrastructure. The integration aims to provide enhanced value to customers through combined expertise in power and cooling solutions.
Eaton, a global power management company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, operates across five segments: Electrical Global, Aerospace, eMobility, Vehicle, and Electrical Americas. The Boyd acquisition is expected to support its growth trajectory and multiple expansion, positioning Eaton to effectively manage escalating power demands in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.
