Johnson Controls International PLC (JCI)vsTexas Instruments Incorporated (TXN)
JCI
Johnson Controls International PLC
$143.14
-1.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $88.38B
TXN
Texas Instruments Incorporated
$289.44
+3.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $255.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Controls International PLC generates 30% more annual revenue ($23.97B vs $18.44B). TXN leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 14.2%. TXN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.56. TXN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
JCI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TXN
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
18.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.7x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JCI
The strongest argument for JCI centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : TXN
The strongest argument for TXN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 37.8%. Revenue growth of 18.6% 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 : TXN
The primary concerns for TXN are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 48.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JCI profiles as a value stock while TXN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
JCI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
TXN is growing revenue faster at 18.6% — sustainability is the question.
TXN generates stronger free cash flow (844M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TXN scores higher overall (72/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins and 18.6% 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.
Texas Instruments Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) is an American technology company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, that designs and manufactures semiconductors and various integrated circuits, which it sells to electronics designers and manufacturers globally. It is one of the top 10 semiconductor companies worldwide based on sales volume.
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