Johnson Controls International PLC (JCI)vsTrade Desk Inc (TTD)
JCI
Johnson Controls International PLC
$143.14
-1.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $88.38B
TTD
Trade Desk Inc
$24.01
-2.44%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $11.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Controls International PLC generates 728% more annual revenue ($23.97B vs $2.90B). TTD leads profitability with a 15.3% profit margin vs 14.2%. TTD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.93. TTD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
JCI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TTD
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 34.2% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 30.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JCI
The strongest argument for JCI centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : TTD
The strongest argument for TTD centers on Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 30.3%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : JCI
The primary concerns for JCI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 48.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TTD
The primary concerns for TTD are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JCI profiles as a value stock while TTD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
JCI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
TTD is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — sustainability is the question.
JCI generates stronger free cash flow (464M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TTD scores higher overall (72/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins and 14.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Trade Desk Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Trade Desk, Inc. is a technology company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ventura, California.
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