Johnson Controls International PLC (JCI)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
JCI
Johnson Controls International PLC
$143.14
-1.16%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $88.38B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$349.53
+1.98%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $30.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Controls International PLC generates 657% more annual revenue ($23.97B vs $3.17B). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 14.2%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
JCI
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
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 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Trading at 8.1x book value
Earnings declined 3.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JCI
The strongest argument for JCI centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JCI profiles as a value stock while WAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
JCI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
JCI generates stronger free cash flow (464M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 20.3% margins. Both earn "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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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