Johnson Controls International PLC (JCI)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
JCI
Johnson Controls International PLC
$147.40
+0.84%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $89.11B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$72.42
+2.62%
ENERGY · Cap: $87.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Johnson Controls International PLC generates 102% more annual revenue ($24.43B vs $12.11B). WMB leads profitability with a 23.1% profit margin vs 14.4%. JCI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.98. WMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
JCI
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
WMB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Earnings expanding 38.9% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 33.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JCI
The strongest argument for JCI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WMB
The strongest argument for WMB centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 33.6%.
Bear Case : JCI
The primary concerns for JCI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 44.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JCI profiles as a value stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
JCI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
WMB is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — sustainability is the question.
JCI generates stronger free cash flow (604M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 23.1% 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.
Williams Companies Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
The Williams Companies, Inc., is an American energy company based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Its core business is natural gas processing and transportation, with additional petroleum and electricity generation assets.
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