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Johnson Controls International PLC(JCI)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
5-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 6 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+1.47% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$154
10/08/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for JCI

10/08/2026: JCI (5-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 6 days. Simulated Profits (1.47%). Updated daily EoD!

Johnson Controls International PLC is a global leader in building technologies, specializing in HVAC, building automation, and security solutions. The company’s primary strength lies in its extensive installed base, which generates recurring revenue through maintenance and services. It is currently prioritizing growth via its OpenBlue AI-enabled digital platform, particularly for data center and energy-efficiency applications. Investors should monitor risks related to macroeconomic cyclicality, integration execution, and rising competition in the smart-building space. The stock may suit value-oriented and dividend-seeking investors who value stability and consistent cash flows in a complex industrial market.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is steady and driven by secular tailwinds, though not hyper-growth.
Momentum investorMixed fitPerformance is highly dependent on market cycles and requires a positive macro upturn.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at reasonable valuation multiples relative to its industrial peers.
Dividend investorStrong fitJCI offers a reliable dividend supported by stable cash flows.
Low-risk investorStrong fitIts established market position and recurring revenue model provide relative stability.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock is subject to broader industrial sector cyclicality.
Valuation riskMediumCurrent pricing requires steady execution on margins to justify premiums.
Competition risk (HVAC/Building Automation)Medium / highIntense rivalry forces constant innovation and margin management.
Business qualityStrongHigh barrier to entry due to deep-rooted installation bases and service networks.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are reliable, but the yield is typical for a capital-intensive industrial.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully digitizing legacy hardware systems remains a complex ongoing task.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 43.14%
Avg. Invested days 48
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
JCI receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
JCI has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+93.0%) and solid profitability (net margin 13.9%) are partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin 4.1%), moderate revenue growth (+2.8%), very low insider ownership of 0.17%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
JCI's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (4.1% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is JCI's strongest growth driver at +93.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (+2.8%, moderate) and free-cash-flow growth (-39.8%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 92.3% and approximately 99.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.17%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Dodge & Cox 9.21%
BlackRock Inc 8.98%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.58%
State Street Corp 4.67%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 3.35%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
JCI generates approximately $364 of gross profit, $120 of operating income, and $41 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and solid capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -67.14% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
JCI has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltHigh VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 94.45B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 44.81
1Y Target Price 165.75
Price to earnings Ratio 44.81
1Y Target Price 165.75
Volume (30-day avg) 3.2M shares
Beta 1.28
52 Weeks Range 103.24 - 160.41
Updated Date 10/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 103.24 - 160.41
Updated Date 10/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.01%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.48

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Global ProductsManufacturing of HVAC equipment, fire, and security hardware.Selling the hardware that makes buildings safe and comfortable.
Building SolutionsInstallation, systems integration, and long-term service contracts.A steady stream of revenue from maintaining and updating building systems.
Geography (Global)Diverse revenue mix across North America, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific.The company is globally diversified, balancing risks across different economies.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 44.81
Forward PE 23.87
Enterprise Value 97.54B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.78
Enterprise Value 97.54B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.78
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.9
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 26.35
Shares Outstanding 605.74M
Shares Floating 603.80M
Shares Outstanding 605.74M
Shares Floating 603.80M
Percent Insiders 0.17
Percent Institutions 92.29

Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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