Federal Signal Corporation (FSS)vsJohnson Controls International PLC (JCI)
FSS
Federal Signal Corporation
$128.21
+0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.63B
JCI
Johnson Controls International PLC
$152.22
-1.51%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $93.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Controls International PLC generates 921% more annual revenue ($25.00B vs $2.45B). JCI leads profitability with a 14.3% profit margin vs 11.7%. JCI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. FSS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FSS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
JCI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 20.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSS
The strongest argument for FSS centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : JCI
The strongest argument for JCI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : FSS
The primary concerns for FSS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : JCI
The primary concerns for JCI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 41.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSS profiles as a growth stock while JCI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JCI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
FSS is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
JCI generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 57/100) and 18.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Federal Signal Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Federal Signal Corporation designs, manufactures, and supplies a suite of integrated products and solutions for municipal, government, industrial, and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois.
Visit Website →Johnson Controls International PLC
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Johnson Controls International plc is an Irish-domiciled multinational conglomerate headquartered in Cork, Ireland, that produces fire, HVAC, and security equipment for buildings.
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