Griffon Corporation (GFF)vsJohnson Controls International PLC (JCI)
GFF
Griffon Corporation
$85.50
-0.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.30B
JCI
Johnson Controls International PLC
$148.21
+1.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $89.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Controls International PLC generates 867% more annual revenue ($24.43B vs $2.53B). JCI leads profitability with a 14.4% profit margin vs 0.3%. GFF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. JCI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GFF
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
JCI
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Earnings expanding 38.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 41.7x book value
Revenue declined 1.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFF
The strongest argument for GFF centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JCI
The strongest argument for JCI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : GFF
The primary concerns for GFF are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 91.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 15.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : JCI
The primary concerns for JCI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 44.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
JCI is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
JCI generates stronger free cash flow (604M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
JCI scores higher overall (59/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Griffon Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Griffon Corporation engages in the consumer and professional products, home and construction products, and defense electronics businesses primarily in the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and China. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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