Johnson Controls International PLC (JCI)vsLennox International Inc (LII)
JCI
Johnson Controls International PLC
$135.03
+2.72%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $90.27B
LII
Lennox International Inc
$341.97
-1.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Controls International PLC generates 384% more annual revenue ($25.67B vs $5.30B). LII leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 11.1%. LII appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. LII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
JCI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
LII
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
Every $100 of equity generates 57 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 22.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 40.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 10.2x book value
3.0% revenue growth
0.1% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JCI
The strongest argument for JCI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LII
The strongest argument for LII centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.95 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : JCI
The primary concerns for JCI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LII
The primary concerns for LII are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JCI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
JCI is growing revenue faster at 10.4% — sustainability is the question.
JCI generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LII scores higher overall (62/100 vs 57/100). 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.
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.
Lennox International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Lennox International Inc. designs, manufactures and markets a range of products for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration markets in the United States, Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Richardson, Texas.
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