AAON Inc (AAON)vsJohnson Controls International PLC (JCI)
AAON
AAON Inc
$87.83
+4.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.86B
JCI
Johnson Controls International PLC
$137.48
+0.77%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $83.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Controls International PLC generates 1562% more annual revenue ($23.97B vs $1.44B). JCI leads profitability with a 14.2% profit margin vs 7.5%. JCI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.48. JCI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
AAON
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
JCI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1071.3%
Fair Value
$8.77
Current Price
$87.83
$79.06 premium
Margin of Safety
-1.4%
Fair Value
$139.00
Current Price
$137.48
$1.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
16.8% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 34.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.0x book value
7.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.0%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAON
The strongest argument for AAON centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : JCI
The strongest argument for JCI centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : AAON
The primary concerns for AAON are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 65.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : JCI
The primary concerns for JCI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 45.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAON profiles as a growth stock while JCI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JCI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
AAON is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
JCI generates stronger free cash flow (464M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JCI scores higher overall (57/100 vs 40/100). 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.
AAON Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
AAON, Inc. engages in the engineering, manufacturing, marketing and sales of heating and air conditioning equipment in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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.
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