Aspen Aerogels Inc (ASPN)vsJohnson Controls International PLC (JCI)
ASPN
Aspen Aerogels Inc
$5.64
-9.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $488.98M
JCI
Johnson Controls International PLC
$147.40
+0.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $86.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Controls International PLC generates 10511% more annual revenue ($24.43B vs $230.26M). JCI leads profitability with a 14.4% profit margin vs -48.6%. JCI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ASPN
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
JCI
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Earnings expanding 38.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -52.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 51.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASPN
The strongest argument for ASPN centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bull Case : JCI
The strongest argument for JCI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ASPN
The primary concerns for ASPN are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : JCI
The primary concerns for JCI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 43.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASPN profiles as a turnaround stock while JCI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASPN carries more volatility with a beta of 2.83 — expect wider price swings.
JCI is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
JCI generates stronger free cash flow (604M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JCI scores higher overall (59/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Aspen Aerogels Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells airgel insulation products primarily for use in the energy infrastructure and building materials markets in the United States, Asia, Canada, Europe, and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Northborough, Massachusetts.
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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