Johnson Controls International PLC (JCI)vsLimbach Holdings Inc (LMB)
JCI
Johnson Controls International PLC
$146.01
+2.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $88.44B
LMB
Limbach Holdings Inc
$50.50
+4.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $590.88M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Controls International PLC generates 3555% more annual revenue ($25.00B vs $683.77M). JCI leads profitability with a 14.3% profit margin vs 4.4%. JCI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.63. JCI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
JCI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
LMB
Buy53
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JCI
The strongest argument for JCI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : LMB
The strongest argument for LMB centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 21.9% 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 : LMB
The primary concerns for LMB are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JCI profiles as a value stock while LMB is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LMB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
LMB is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — 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 53/100). 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.
Limbach Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Limbach Holdings, Inc. is an integrated building systems solutions company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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