Johnson Controls International PLC (JCI)vsKnightscope Inc (KSCP)
JCI
Johnson Controls International PLC
$146.01
+2.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $88.44B
KSCP
Knightscope Inc
$1.36
-3.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $33.30M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Controls International PLC generates 120596% more annual revenue ($25.00B vs $20.71M). JCI leads profitability with a 14.3% profit margin vs -217.3%. JCI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
JCI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
KSCP
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for JCI.
Margin of Safety
+4.8%
Fair Value
$3.74
Current Price
$1.35
$2.39 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 228.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -142.8% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JCI
The strongest argument for JCI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : KSCP
The strongest argument for KSCP centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 228.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : JCI
The primary concerns for JCI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 40.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KSCP
The primary concerns for KSCP are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JCI profiles as a value stock while KSCP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KSCP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
KSCP is growing revenue faster at 228.3% — sustainability is the question.
JCI generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JCI scores higher overall (57/100 vs 36/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
Knightscope Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Knightscope, Inc. designs, develops, builds, deploys and supports physical security technologies in the United States. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
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