Caesarstone Ltd (CSTE)vsJohnson Controls International PLC (JCI)
CSTE
Caesarstone Ltd
$1.71
-1.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $59.82M
JCI
Johnson Controls International PLC
$147.40
+0.66%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $86.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Controls International PLC generates 6224% more annual revenue ($24.43B vs $386.38M). JCI leads profitability with a 14.4% profit margin vs -37.7%. CSTE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.03. JCI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CSTE
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
JCI
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+83.1%
Fair Value
$13.72
Current Price
$1.71
$12.01 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for JCI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 587.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Earnings expanding 38.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -123.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 10.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSTE
The strongest argument for CSTE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.03 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JCI
The strongest argument for JCI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CSTE
The primary concerns for CSTE are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, 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
CSTE profiles as a turnaround 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.
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 48/100). CSTE offers better value entry with a 83.1% margin of safety. 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.
Caesarstone Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Caesarstone Ltd., develops, manufactures and markets quartz surfaces designed under the Caesarstone brand in the United States, Australia, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Israel, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The company is headquartered in MP Menashe, Israel.
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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