, /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE: JCI), a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency and decarbonization, has approved a regular quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share of common stock, payable on Oct. 16, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Sept. 21, 2026. Johnson Controls has paid a consecutive dividend since 1887.
About Johnson Controls:
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
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HB Wealth Management LLC raised its stake in Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE:JCI – Free Report) by 9.2% during the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 42,478 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 3,576 shares during the period. HB Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in Johnson Controls International were worth $6,207,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently modified their holdings of the company. Saudi Central Bank boosted its stake in Johnson Controls International by 89.6% in the 2nd quarter. Saudi Central Bank now owns 42,845 shares of the company’s stock worth $6,260,000 after purchasing an additional 20,253 shares in the last quarter. Angeles Wealth Management LLC increased its stake in Johnson Controls International by 9.3% during the 2nd quarter. Angeles Wealth Management LLC now owns 4,492 shares of the company’s stock valued at $658,000 after purchasing an additional 382 shares in the last quarter. NBH Bank purchased a new position in Johnson Controls International in the second quarter worth about $29,000. AlphaGrep UK Ltd purchased a new position in Johnson Controls International in the second quarter worth about $576,000. Finally, Turner Financial Group Inc. bought a new position in shares of Johnson Controls International in the second quarter worth approximately $254,000. 90.05% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.
Johnson Controls International Price Performance Shares of JCI opened at $144.87 on Monday. The firm has a fifty day simple moving average of $144.69 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $141.30. The firm has a market cap of $87.75 billion, a PE ratio of 25.19, a P/E/G ratio of 1.39 and a beta of 1.29. The company has a current ratio of 1.00, a quick ratio of 0.83 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.61. Johnson Controls International plc has a 1-year low of $104.03 and a 1-year high of $157.06.
Johnson Controls International (NYSE:JCI – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July 30th. The company reported $1.42 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $1.30 by $0.12. The company had revenue of $6.61 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $6.46 billion. Johnson Controls International had a return on equity of 22.11% and a net margin of 14.32%.Johnson Controls International’s revenue was up 9.3% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $1.05 earnings per share. On average, equities analysts anticipate that Johnson Controls International plc will post 5.08 EPS for the current year. Insider Transactions at Johnson Controls International In other Johnson Controls International news, VP Todd M. Grabowski sold 1,800 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, June 9th. The shares were sold at an average price of $146.20, for a total transaction of $263,160.00. Following the sale, the vice president owned 26,215 shares in the company, valued at approximately $3,832,633. This trade represents a 6.43% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through the SEC website. Also, VP Lei Schlitz sold 23,417 shares of Johnson Controls International stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, August 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $153.07, for a total transaction of $3,584,440.19. Following the transaction, the vice president directly owned 15,017 shares in the company, valued at $2,298,652.19. This represents a 60.93% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. 0.29% of the stock is owned by insiders.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In A number of equities research analysts have recently commented on JCI shares. Citigroup increased their price target on shares of Johnson Controls International from $155.00 to $157.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Thursday, July 30th. Royal Bank Of Canada boosted their price target on Johnson Controls International from $154.00 to $161.00 and gave the stock a “sector perform” rating in a research note on Thursday, July 30th. The Goldman Sachs Group upped their price target on Johnson Controls International from $169.00 to $178.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, June 2nd. Morgan Stanley lifted their price objective on Johnson Controls International from $175.00 to $180.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a report on Wednesday. Finally, Sanford C. Bernstein boosted their target price on Johnson Controls International from $173.00 to $190.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research report on Friday, August 14th. Twelve equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, ten have issued a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company currently has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $155.75.
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Johnson Controls International Company Profile (Free Report)
Johnson Controls International plc is a global diversified technology and multi‑industrial company that develops products, services and solutions for buildings and energy storage. The company’s core focus is on improving building efficiency, safety and sustainability through a combination of HVAC equipment, building controls and automation, fire and security systems, and related services. Johnson Controls traces its roots to 1885, when inventor Warren S. Johnson developed an electric room thermostat; over its long history the company has expanded from controls into a broad set of building‑related technologies and, through corporate transactions, into a global provider of integrated building solutions.
Johnson Controls’ product and service portfolio includes heating, ventilation and air‑conditioning equipment, chillers, air handlers and related mechanical systems, together with building automation and control platforms that monitor and manage energy use, indoor environmental quality and security.
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On August 19, 2026, Johnson Controls International PLC
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shares fell 3.2% to a current price of $144.94. This decline occurs within a 52-week range of $103.66 to $157.06, highlighting a volatile trading environment for the stock.
GF Value™ verdict: JCI's current price is $144.94, compared to a GF Value™ of $106.26, indicating a 36.4% overvaluation. GF Score™ of 82/100 suggests a strong overall performance relative to peers. Notable insider activity shows a net selling of $26.0M over the past 12 months, indicating caution among insiders.Is JCI Overvalued or Undervalued?According to GF Value™, Johnson Controls International PLC is significantly overvalued. The GF Value™ is a proprietary intrinsic-value estimate from GuruFocus, derived from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. With JCI trading at $144.94 and the GF Value™ set at $106.26, there is a considerable margin of safety issue, emphasizing that the stock may be overpriced by approximately 36.4%. Such overvaluation presents risks for potential investors, as the market may correct itself in the future, leading to a decline in the stock price.
This overvaluation is compounded by the company’s current P/E ratio of 25.2x, which is a significant indicator of the company’s market price relative to its earnings. Given that the GF Valuation label has classified JCI as significantly overvalued, it raises concerns regarding the sustainability of its current price level. Investors might face potential losses if the stock adjusts to reflect more accurately its intrinsic value.
How Does JCI's Valuation Compare to Its History?Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 25.2x 29.0x Forward P/E 24.0x N/ACurrently, Johnson Controls International PLC's P/E (TTM) of 25.2x is 13% below its 5-year median of 29.0x. This suggests that, historically, the stock is trading below its usual valuation, which might indicate a potential opportunity if external market conditions were more favorable. However, this analysis aligns with the GF Value™ verdict that suggests the stock is overvalued, indicating that although the P/E appears lower than historical averages, the current price still reflects significant overvaluation when compared to intrinsic value estimates.
What Does JCI's GF Score™ Tell Us?The GF Score™ is a composite metric that measures a company's performance across various key areas, including financial strength, profitability, growth, valuation, and momentum. Johnson Controls International PLC holds a GF Score™ of 82/100, indicating a strong overall performance but with important nuances in its sub-ranks.
Metric Rating GF Score™ 82 Financial Strength 6/10 Profitability 7/10 Growth 7/10 Valuation 5/10 Momentum 10/10The strongest aspect of JCI’s GF Score™ is its momentum rank of 10/10, indicating robust recent performance in terms of price appreciation. However, its valuation rank of 5/10 suggests that while the company has potential, it is currently facing challenges related to its market price relative to its intrinsic value. The financial strength rank of 6/10 indicates a moderate level of robustness, but it does not significantly bolster the argument for the stock's current valuation.
What Are Gurus and Insiders Doing with JCI?Currently, 14 gurus hold shares of Johnson Controls International PLC, with only 1 adding to their position while 13 have trimmed their holdings in recent quarters. This trend presents a cautious signal regarding the stock's future outlook among knowledgeable investors.
Moreover, insider activity has been significant, with insiders buying $1.0M worth of shares while selling $27.0M, resulting in a net selling of $26.0M over the past 12 months. This pattern of net selling by insiders raises concerns about the confidence that company executives have in the stock's future performance, further emphasizing the potential risks for investors at the current valuation level.
What This Means for InvestorsOverall, Johnson Controls International PLC appears to be overvalued based on the GF Value™ calculation, with a significant gap between the current market price and intrinsic value. The high momentum rank and strong GF Score™ suggest that the company has potential, but the considerable insider selling and the significant overvaluation signal caution for potential investors. For further details on JCI's financial health and market position, visit the Johnson Controls International PLC
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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is JCI's GF Score™?
JCI's GF Score™ is 82/100, indicating a strong overall performance relative to its peers, highlighting strengths in momentum and areas of concern in valuation.
Is JCI overvalued or undervalued?
JCI is considered overvalued, with a current price of $144.94 compared to a GF Value™ of $106.26, indicating a 36.4% overvaluation.
What is JCI's P/E ratio?
JCI's P/E ratio (TTM) is 25.2x, which is 13% below its 5-year median of 29.0x, suggesting it is trading below its historical valuation, though it still reflects significant overvaluation against the GF Value™.
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Atria Investments Inc decreased its stake in Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE:JCI – Free Report) by 35.6% during the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm owned 17,731 shares of the company’s stock after selling 9,790 shares during the period. Atria Investments Inc’s holdings in Johnson Controls International were worth $2,591,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC.
Other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Norges Bank bought a new stake in shares of Johnson Controls International in the fourth quarter valued at $927,739,000. Viking Global Investors LP grew its stake in shares of Johnson Controls International by 368.5% during the 3rd quarter. Viking Global Investors LP now owns 6,796,942 shares of the company’s stock worth $747,324,000 after acquiring an additional 5,346,130 shares during the period. Amundi increased its holdings in Johnson Controls International by 157.2% in the 1st quarter. Amundi now owns 5,965,212 shares of the company’s stock worth $781,145,000 after acquiring an additional 3,646,047 shares during the last quarter. Ameriprise Financial Inc. increased its holdings in Johnson Controls International by 140.8% in the 2nd quarter. Ameriprise Financial Inc. now owns 4,575,414 shares of the company’s stock worth $483,281,000 after acquiring an additional 2,675,157 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Invesco Ltd. increased its holdings in Johnson Controls International by 13.0% in the 4th quarter. Invesco Ltd. now owns 16,003,486 shares of the company’s stock worth $1,916,417,000 after acquiring an additional 1,837,220 shares during the last quarter. 90.05% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Johnson Controls International Trading Down 0.9%
Shares of JCI opened at $151.47 on Friday. Johnson Controls International plc has a 1-year low of $103.07 and a 1-year high of $157.06. The company has a market capitalization of $91.75 billion, a P/E ratio of 26.34, a P/E/G ratio of 1.47 and a beta of 1.31. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.61, a current ratio of 1.00 and a quick ratio of 0.83. The firm’s 50 day simple moving average is $144.71 and its 200 day simple moving average is $139.65.
Johnson Controls International (NYSE:JCI – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, July 30th. The company reported $1.42 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.30 by $0.12. Johnson Controls International had a net margin of 14.32% and a return on equity of 22.11%. The firm had revenue of $6.61 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $6.46 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm earned $1.05 EPS. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 9.3% compared to the same quarter last year. Sell-side analysts forecast that Johnson Controls International plc will post 5.08 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Johnson Controls International Announces Dividend
The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, July 10th. Investors of record on Monday, June 15th were issued a dividend of $0.40 per share. This represents a $1.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 1.1%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, June 15th. Johnson Controls International’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 27.83%.
Insider Buying and Selling
In other news, VP Todd M. Grabowski sold 1,800 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, June 9th. The shares were sold at an average price of $146.20, for a total value of $263,160.00. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president directly owned 26,215 shares in the company, valued at approximately $3,832,633. The trade was a 6.43% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. Also, VP Lei Zhang Schlitz sold 23,417 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, August 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $153.07, for a total transaction of $3,584,440.19. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president directly owned 15,017 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $2,298,652.19. This trade represents a 60.93% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Insiders own 0.29% of the company’s stock.
Analyst Ratings Changes
JCI has been the subject of a number of research reports. Zacks Research lowered shares of Johnson Controls International from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Thursday, August 6th. Wolfe Research reissued an “outperform” rating and issued a $171.00 price target on shares of Johnson Controls International in a research report on Wednesday, June 3rd. Oppenheimer restated a “market perform” rating on shares of Johnson Controls International in a research note on Tuesday, June 2nd. Barclays raised their price objective on shares of Johnson Controls International from $136.00 to $144.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a report on Thursday, May 7th. Finally, HSBC lifted their price objective on shares of Johnson Controls International from $127.00 to $136.00 in a research note on Thursday, May 7th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have given a Buy rating, ten have issued a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, Johnson Controls International currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $154.80.
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Johnson Controls International Company Profile
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Johnson Controls International plc is a global diversified technology and multi‑industrial company that develops products, services and solutions for buildings and energy storage. The company’s core focus is on improving building efficiency, safety and sustainability through a combination of HVAC equipment, building controls and automation, fire and security systems, and related services. Johnson Controls traces its roots to 1885, when inventor Warren S. Johnson developed an electric room thermostat; over its long history the company has expanded from controls into a broad set of building‑related technologies and, through corporate transactions, into a global provider of integrated building solutions.
Johnson Controls’ product and service portfolio includes heating, ventilation and air‑conditioning equipment, chillers, air handlers and related mechanical systems, together with building automation and control platforms that monitor and manage energy use, indoor environmental quality and security.
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Baker Avenue Asset Management LP lifted its position in shares of Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE:JCI – Free Report) by 2.7% during the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 202,420 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 5,284 shares during the period. Baker Avenue Asset Management LP’s holdings in Johnson Controls International were worth $29,576,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Several other institutional investors have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Baron Wealth Management LLC grew its stake in Johnson Controls International by 1.6% during the 2nd quarter. Baron Wealth Management LLC now owns 4,705 shares of the company’s stock worth $687,000 after buying an additional 75 shares during the last quarter. Resonant Capital Advisors LLC increased its position in Johnson Controls International by 1.5% in the 2nd quarter. Resonant Capital Advisors LLC now owns 5,063 shares of the company’s stock valued at $742,000 after acquiring an additional 77 shares during the period. Strategic Investment Advisors MI increased its position in Johnson Controls International by 1.5% in the 4th quarter. Strategic Investment Advisors MI now owns 5,389 shares of the company’s stock valued at $645,000 after acquiring an additional 78 shares during the period. CX Institutional raised its stake in Johnson Controls International by 0.5% during the 2nd quarter. CX Institutional now owns 14,779 shares of the company’s stock valued at $2,159,000 after acquiring an additional 79 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Allegiance Financial Group Advisory Services LLC lifted its holdings in Johnson Controls International by 2.7% in the second quarter. Allegiance Financial Group Advisory Services LLC now owns 3,036 shares of the company’s stock worth $445,000 after purchasing an additional 79 shares during the period. Institutional investors own 90.05% of the company’s stock.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Several research firms have commented on JCI. Sanford C. Bernstein started coverage on shares of Johnson Controls International in a research note on Tuesday, June 9th. They set an “outperform” rating and a $176.00 target price on the stock. Oppenheimer reissued a “market perform” rating on shares of Johnson Controls International in a report on Tuesday, June 2nd. Wall Street Zen downgraded Johnson Controls International from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Saturday, August 1st. UBS Group reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of Johnson Controls International in a report on Thursday, July 30th. Finally, Robert W. Baird upped their price target on Johnson Controls International from $132.00 to $148.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Monday, April 27th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Buy rating, ten have issued a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $154.80.
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Johnson Controls International Stock Performance JCI stock opened at $151.47 on Friday. The firm has a 50 day moving average of $144.71 and a two-hundred day moving average of $139.65. Johnson Controls International plc has a 12 month low of $103.07 and a 12 month high of $157.06. The company has a market capitalization of $91.75 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 26.34, a P/E/G ratio of 1.47 and a beta of 1.31. The company has a quick ratio of 0.83, a current ratio of 1.00 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.61.
Johnson Controls International (NYSE:JCI – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, July 30th. The company reported $1.42 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.30 by $0.12. Johnson Controls International had a return on equity of 22.11% and a net margin of 14.32%.The company had revenue of $6.61 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $6.46 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm earned $1.05 earnings per share. The business’s quarterly revenue was up 9.3% compared to the same quarter last year. As a group, equities analysts anticipate that Johnson Controls International plc will post 5.08 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Johnson Controls International Announces Dividend The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, July 10th. Investors of record on Monday, June 15th were paid a dividend of $0.40 per share. The ex-dividend date was Monday, June 15th. This represents a $1.60 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.1%. Johnson Controls International’s dividend payout ratio is presently 27.83%.
Insider Buying and Selling In other news, VP Todd M. Grabowski sold 1,800 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, June 9th. The stock was sold at an average price of $146.20, for a total transaction of $263,160.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the vice president directly owned 26,215 shares in the company, valued at $3,832,633. The trade was a 6.43% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. Also, VP Lei Zhang Schlitz sold 23,417 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, August 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $153.07, for a total value of $3,584,440.19. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president directly owned 15,017 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $2,298,652.19. This represents a 60.93% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Company insiders own 0.29% of the company’s stock.
Johnson Controls International Company Profile (Free Report)
Johnson Controls International plc is a global diversified technology and multi‑industrial company that develops products, services and solutions for buildings and energy storage. The company’s core focus is on improving building efficiency, safety and sustainability through a combination of HVAC equipment, building controls and automation, fire and security systems, and related services. Johnson Controls traces its roots to 1885, when inventor Warren S. Johnson developed an electric room thermostat; over its long history the company has expanded from controls into a broad set of building‑related technologies and, through corporate transactions, into a global provider of integrated building solutions.
Johnson Controls’ product and service portfolio includes heating, ventilation and air‑conditioning equipment, chillers, air handlers and related mechanical systems, together with building automation and control platforms that monitor and manage energy use, indoor environmental quality and security.
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Axxcess Wealth Management LLC bought a new stake in shares of Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE:JCI – Free Report) in the second quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund bought 46,590 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $6,807,000.
Several other hedge funds also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Angeles Wealth Management LLC grew its position in Johnson Controls International by 9.3% during the 2nd quarter. Angeles Wealth Management LLC now owns 4,492 shares of the company’s stock worth $658,000 after purchasing an additional 382 shares during the period. Bosman Wealth Management LLC raised its stake in shares of Johnson Controls International by 365.6% during the 2nd quarter. Bosman Wealth Management LLC now owns 9,488 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,386,000 after buying an additional 7,450 shares during the last quarter. Bay Harbor Wealth Management LLC boosted its position in Johnson Controls International by 750.5% in the 2nd quarter. Bay Harbor Wealth Management LLC now owns 876 shares of the company’s stock worth $128,000 after purchasing an additional 773 shares in the last quarter. Baldwin Investment Management LLC increased its holdings in shares of Johnson Controls International by 27.6% during the 2nd quarter. Baldwin Investment Management LLC now owns 4,419 shares of the company’s stock valued at $646,000 after purchasing an additional 955 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Navalign LLC lifted its stake in shares of Johnson Controls International by 1.1% in the 2nd quarter. Navalign LLC now owns 15,075 shares of the company’s stock valued at $2,203,000 after purchasing an additional 170 shares during the period. 90.05% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Insider Activity In other news, VP Todd M. Grabowski sold 1,800 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, June 9th. The shares were sold at an average price of $146.20, for a total value of $263,160.00. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president owned 26,215 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $3,832,633. This represents a 6.43% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available at this hyperlink. Also, VP Lei Zhang Schlitz sold 23,417 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, August 4th. The stock was sold at an average price of $153.07, for a total value of $3,584,440.19. Following the completion of the transaction, the vice president owned 15,017 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $2,298,652.19. The trade was a 60.93% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. Insiders own 0.29% of the company’s stock.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Several analysts recently commented on the stock. Weiss Ratings restated a “buy (b)” rating on shares of Johnson Controls International in a research report on Tuesday, June 9th. UBS Group reaffirmed a “buy” rating on shares of Johnson Controls International in a research note on Thursday, July 30th. Wolfe Research reiterated an “outperform” rating and issued a $171.00 target price on shares of Johnson Controls International in a research report on Wednesday, June 3rd. HSBC upped their price target on shares of Johnson Controls International from $127.00 to $136.00 in a research report on Thursday, May 7th. Finally, Robert W. Baird raised their price target on shares of Johnson Controls International from $132.00 to $148.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Monday, April 27th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Buy rating, ten have assigned a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Johnson Controls International has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $154.80.
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Johnson Controls International Trading Down 0.9% JCI opened at $151.47 on Friday. The firm has a market capitalization of $91.75 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 26.34, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.47 and a beta of 1.31. The company’s 50 day simple moving average is $144.71 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $139.65. Johnson Controls International plc has a 1-year low of $103.07 and a 1-year high of $157.06. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.61, a current ratio of 1.00 and a quick ratio of 0.83.
Johnson Controls International (NYSE:JCI – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, July 30th. The company reported $1.42 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.30 by $0.12. Johnson Controls International had a return on equity of 22.11% and a net margin of 14.32%.The business had revenue of $6.61 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $6.46 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the business earned $1.05 earnings per share. The business’s revenue was up 9.3% compared to the same quarter last year. Analysts expect that Johnson Controls International plc will post 5.08 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Johnson Controls International Dividend Announcement The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, July 10th. Investors of record on Monday, June 15th were given a dividend of $0.40 per share. This represents a $1.60 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.1%. The ex-dividend date was Monday, June 15th. Johnson Controls International’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 27.83%.
Johnson Controls International Company Profile (Free Report)
Johnson Controls International plc is a global diversified technology and multi‑industrial company that develops products, services and solutions for buildings and energy storage. The company’s core focus is on improving building efficiency, safety and sustainability through a combination of HVAC equipment, building controls and automation, fire and security systems, and related services. Johnson Controls traces its roots to 1885, when inventor Warren S. Johnson developed an electric room thermostat; over its long history the company has expanded from controls into a broad set of building‑related technologies and, through corporate transactions, into a global provider of integrated building solutions.
Johnson Controls’ product and service portfolio includes heating, ventilation and air‑conditioning equipment, chillers, air handlers and related mechanical systems, together with building automation and control platforms that monitor and manage energy use, indoor environmental quality and security.
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Bank of America Corp DE reduced its position in Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE:JCI – Free Report) by 7.4% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 17,743,537 shares of the company’s stock after selling 1,410,104 shares during the period. Bank of America Corp DE owned about 2.91% of Johnson Controls International worth $2,323,516,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
A number of other large investors have also made changes to their positions in the company. Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. raised its holdings in shares of Johnson Controls International by 14.7% during the fourth quarter. Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. now owns 112,411 shares of the company’s stock valued at $13,461,000 after purchasing an additional 14,446 shares during the period. Diversified Management Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Johnson Controls International in the 4th quarter valued at about $1,310,000. Abacus Wealth Partners LLC bought a new stake in Johnson Controls International in the 4th quarter valued at about $1,233,000. Vista Investment Partners LLC bought a new stake in Johnson Controls International in the 4th quarter valued at about $4,202,000. Finally, North Dakota State Investment Board acquired a new position in Johnson Controls International during the 4th quarter worth approximately $2,712,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 90.05% of the company’s stock.
Insiders Place Their Bets In other news, VP Todd M. Grabowski sold 1,800 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, June 9th. The shares were sold at an average price of $146.20, for a total value of $263,160.00. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president owned 26,215 shares in the company, valued at $3,832,633. This represents a 6.43% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. Also, VP Lei Zhang Schlitz sold 88,809 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Friday, May 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $140.99, for a total transaction of $12,521,180.91. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president owned 57,059 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $8,044,748.41. This represents a 60.88% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. 0.29% of the stock is owned by insiders.
Key Stories Impacting Johnson Controls International Here are the key news stories impacting Johnson Controls International this week:
Positive Sentiment: Quarterly earnings beat expectations. Adjusted EPS was $1.42 versus the $1.30 consensus, while revenue rose 9.3% year over year to $6.61 billion, exceeding the $6.46 billion estimate. Johnson Controls earnings report Positive Sentiment: Management raised its fiscal 2026 outlook. The company now expects adjusted EPS of approximately $5.05, above the $4.90 analyst consensus, and fourth-quarter EPS of $1.55 versus the $1.52 consensus. Full-year organic sales growth is projected at about 8%. Johnson Controls raises fiscal 2026 guidance Positive Sentiment: Demand indicators were robust. Organic orders increased 27% year over year, and the organic backlog grew 32% to $21.0 billion. Data-center demand is emerging as a major growth driver and could eventually represent roughly one-third of the business. Johnson Controls data center demand Positive Sentiment: RBC raised its price target from $154 to $161 while maintaining a “sector perform” rating, implying additional upside based on the referenced current price. RBC raises Johnson Controls price target Neutral Sentiment: Analysts collectively maintain a “moderate buy” recommendation, while unusually high call-option activity indicates increased trading interest but is not conclusive evidence of future performance. Johnson Controls unusual options activity Negative Sentiment: Recent institutional positioning was mixed, with several large investors reducing holdings, and disclosed insider activity included more sales than purchases. These signals may modestly temper the otherwise positive earnings reaction. Johnson Controls International Stock Performance Shares of Johnson Controls International stock opened at $144.12 on Friday. Johnson Controls International plc has a 52 week low of $103.07 and a 52 week high of $151.18. The company has a quick ratio of 0.85, a current ratio of 1.00 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.61. The business has a 50 day moving average price of $142.29 and a 200-day moving average price of $136.96. The company has a market cap of $87.93 billion, a PE ratio of 25.06, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.45 and a beta of 1.31.
Johnson Controls International (NYSE:JCI – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, July 29th. The company reported $1.42 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.30 by $0.12. Johnson Controls International had a return on equity of 22.11% and a net margin of 14.32%.The company had revenue of $6.61 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $6.46 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm earned $1.05 earnings per share. Johnson Controls International’s quarterly revenue was up 9.3% on a year-over-year basis. Johnson Controls International has set its Q4 2026 guidance at 1.550-1.550 EPS and its FY 2026 guidance at 5.050-5.050 EPS. Equities analysts anticipate that Johnson Controls International plc will post 5.05 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Johnson Controls International Dividend Announcement The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, July 10th. Shareholders of record on Monday, June 15th were issued a dividend of $0.40 per share. This represents a $1.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.1%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, June 15th. Johnson Controls International’s payout ratio is currently 28.62%.
Analyst Ratings Changes JCI has been the topic of several recent research reports. BNP Paribas Exane initiated coverage on Johnson Controls International in a research note on Tuesday, April 14th. They issued an “underperform” rating and a $120.00 price objective for the company. JPMorgan Chase & Co. upped their target price on Johnson Controls International from $158.00 to $162.00 in a research report on Thursday, May 7th. Oppenheimer reiterated a “market perform” rating on shares of Johnson Controls International in a report on Tuesday, June 2nd. Barclays lifted their price target on shares of Johnson Controls International from $136.00 to $144.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Thursday, May 7th. Finally, HSBC boosted their price target on shares of Johnson Controls International from $127.00 to $136.00 in a research note on Thursday, May 7th. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Buy rating, nine have assigned a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, Johnson Controls International currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $153.30.
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Johnson Controls International Company Profile (Free Report)
Johnson Controls International plc is a global diversified technology and multi‑industrial company that develops products, services and solutions for buildings and energy storage. The company’s core focus is on improving building efficiency, safety and sustainability through a combination of HVAC equipment, building controls and automation, fire and security systems, and related services. Johnson Controls traces its roots to 1885, when inventor Warren S. Johnson developed an electric room thermostat; over its long history the company has expanded from controls into a broad set of building‑related technologies and, through corporate transactions, into a global provider of integrated building solutions.
Johnson Controls’ product and service portfolio includes heating, ventilation and air‑conditioning equipment, chillers, air handlers and related mechanical systems, together with building automation and control platforms that monitor and manage energy use, indoor environmental quality and security.
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3 Industrial Names That Will Benefit from Rising CapEx in 2026Johnson Controls International NYSE: JCI reported fiscal third-quarter results marked by double-digit organic sales growth, expanding margins and record backlog, as demand for data-center and other mission-critical thermal-management systems remained strong.
Chief Executive Officer Joakim Weidemanis said the company extended momentum from the first half of the fiscal year, with order growth above 25%, revenue up 10%, adjusted EBIT margin expanding 260 basis points to 17%, and adjusted earnings per share rising 35%. Backlog increased more than 30% to a record $21 billion.
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Forget the Chips: 4 Industrial Plays for the AI Rebound“Customer demand remained healthy across our portfolio,” Weidemanis said, citing demand for high-performance, precise and energy-efficient operating conditions in AI infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, biopharma, hospitals and universities.
Third-Quarter Growth Led by Applied HVAC Chief Financial Officer Marc Vandiepenbeeck said organic sales increased 10% in the quarter, led by high-teens growth in Applied HVAC. Systems sales increased 11%, while service revenue grew 7%.
An AI Play Hiding in Plain Sight: A Look at Johnson ControlsAdjusted segment EBITDA margin rose 220 basis points to 20%, and adjusted EBIT margin rose 260 basis points to 17%. Adjusted EPS was $1.42, an increase of 35% from the prior year and ahead of the company’s guidance, Vandiepenbeeck said.
Orders increased 27% year over year. Systems orders grew 40%, while service orders rose 4%. Americas orders increased 37%, supported by data-center and other mission-critical demand. EMEA orders increased 6%, driven by high-single-digit systems growth. APAC orders rose 12%, with growth in Northeast Asia and India. By region, Americas organic revenue increased 11%, including high-teens Applied HVAC growth and double-digit service growth. EMEA revenue rose 1%, with the company citing the ongoing Middle East conflict. APAC revenue increased 15%, including 20% growth in systems and continued Applied HVAC strength.
Adjusted segment EBITDA margins reached 21% in both the Americas and APAC, expanding 260 basis points and 180 basis points, respectively. EMEA margin expanded 20 basis points to 14%, as growth was largely offset by the effect of a recent divestiture.
Data Centers Drive Demand and Product Development Management repeatedly pointed to data centers as a major contributor to growth. Vandiepenbeeck said data-center revenue is expected to represent a high-teens percentage of fiscal 2026 revenue and could account for roughly one-third of company revenue over the next three to five years.
Weidemanis said the company sees growing thermal-management needs as computing density and heat generation rise. He said Johnson Controls does not expect a meaningful reduction in chiller demand, while demand for air-handling equipment, cooling distribution units, controls and other cooling technologies is increasing.
The company introduced an AI-factory absorption chiller reference design guide that, according to Weidemanis, shows how advanced thermal management can reduce cooling electrical demand by approximately 44% by converting waste heat into cooling. He said the approach could allow customers to support additional computing capacity without adding on-site power generation.
Johnson Controls expects to begin shipping cooling distribution units, or CDUs, during the current quarter. Vandiepenbeeck said testing and validation are largely complete, though the company is continuing work on certain hyperscaler validations. The CDU pipeline has surpassed $1 billion, he said, and the company recently received an NVIDIA certification.
Weidemanis also discussed the company’s collaboration and investment in Armada, which develops modular data centers housed in shipping-container-like units. He said the market remains in an earlier stage and the company is working on meaningful opportunities, but he did not provide a market-size estimate.
Capacity, Supply Chain and Execution Addressing supply-chain conditions, Weidemanis said supply chain remains an issue in a high-growth environment, but the company controls manufacturing and key components across five HVAC chiller subsystems. While Johnson Controls relies on outside suppliers for some inputs and can encounter occasional bottlenecks, he said management feels “very good” about supply conditions for many product lines.
The company has been ramping investments in new or expanded physical plants made about two years ago. Weidemanis said the ramp is progressing ahead of expectations and that its proprietary business system is helping create additional capacity in existing facilities while the company evaluates further capacity additions.
Management also said the business system is intended to improve execution across innovation, manufacturing, project delivery and service operations. During its June “Going to Gemba Day,” Johnson Controls highlighted efforts including a 40% reduction in time to market for a product, more than quadrupling capacity on a computer-room air-handler line without significant capital investment, and reductions in lead times, inventory and floor-space requirements.
Raised Fiscal 2026 Outlook For the fiscal fourth quarter, Johnson Controls expects organic revenue growth of 9% to 10%, operating leverage of 45% to 50%, and adjusted EPS of approximately $1.55.
The company raised its fiscal 2026 outlook, now expecting approximately 8% organic revenue growth, compared with its prior expectation of about 6%. It maintained its expectation for 45% to 50% operating leverage and raised adjusted EPS guidance to approximately $5.05, which management said would represent roughly 35% growth and is $0.50 above the company’s original annual guidance.
Johnson Controls continues to expect adjusted free-cash-flow conversion of about 100% for the full year. Through the first nine months, adjusted free cash flow totaled $2.1 billion, while net debt declined to 1.9 times, below the company’s long-term target range.
On service, Vandiepenbeeck said the company remains focused on returning the business to mid- to high-single-digit growth. HVAC and fire service are performing within that range, while the security business has faced competitive volume pressure related to pricing and lower differentiation. Management said it has seen an early improvement and is taking targeted actions in the Americas and EMEA.
For EMEA, the company expects fourth-quarter revenue to be flat to up low single digits, reflecting continued weakness in the Middle East, which represents about 10% of the region’s business. Management said it has assumed no material improvement in conditions there during coming quarters.
About Johnson Controls International (NYSE:JCI)Johnson Controls International plc is a global diversified technology and multi‑industrial company that develops products, services and solutions for buildings and energy storage. The company's core focus is on improving building efficiency, safety and sustainability through a combination of HVAC equipment, building controls and automation, fire and security systems, and related services. Johnson Controls traces its roots to 1885, when inventor Warren S. Johnson developed an electric room thermostat; over its long history the company has expanded from controls into a broad set of building‑related technologies and, through corporate transactions, into a global provider of integrated building solutions.
Johnson Controls' product and service portfolio includes heating, ventilation and air‑conditioning equipment, chillers, air handlers and related mechanical systems, together with building automation and control platforms that monitor and manage energy use, indoor environmental quality and security.
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Key Takeaways JCI delivered third-quarter earnings and revenues above estimates, with organic revenues up 10%.JCI saw strong Americas and APAC growth, led by applied HVAC demand and products and systems strength.JCI raised fiscal 2026 organic revenue and adjusted earnings guidance following strong results. Johnson Controls International plc (JCI - Free Report) reported third-quarter fiscal 2026 (ended June 2026) adjusted earnings of $1.42 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.32. The bottom line increased 35.2% year over year.
Total revenues (continuing operations) of $6.61 billion surpassed the consensus estimate of $6.43 billion in the quarter. The top line increased 9.3% year over year, whereas organic revenues increased 10%.
Q3 Segmental ResultsEffective from the third quarter of fiscal 2025, the company started reporting under three segments, namely Americas, EMEA and APAC.
Americas: Revenues were $4.50 billion, up 11% year over year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate was pegged at $4.34 billion.
Organic sales also increased 11%, driven by continued strength across the applied heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) business. Adjusted segment EBITA increased 27% year over year to $951 million.
EMEA: Revenues totaled $1.26 billion, down 1% year over year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate was pegged at $1.25 billion.
Organic sales rose 1%, with both products and systems and services increasing 1%. Adjusted EBITA was $181 million, up 1% year over year.
APAC: Revenues increased 15% to $846 million. The Zacks Consensus Estimate was pegged at $777 million.
Sales rose 15% organically, driven by 20% growth in products and systems and continued strength in the applied HVAC business. Adjusted EBITA was $179 million, up 25% year over year.
Margin ProfileIn the fiscal third quarter, Johnson Controls’ cost of sales increased 8.8% year over year to approximately $4.14 billion. Gross profit increased 10.2% year over year to $2.47 billion and the margin rose 30 basis points (bps) to 37.4%. Selling, general and administrative expenses were $1.41 billion, down 0.7% year over year.
Financial PositionJohnson Controls had cash and cash equivalents of $641 million as of June 30, 2026, compared with $379 million at the end of fiscal 2025 (ended Sept. 30, 2025). Long-term debt was $8.30 billion compared with $8.59 billion at the end of fiscal 2025.
In the first nine months of fiscal 2026, the company generated net cash of $2.57 billion from operating activities compared with $1.59 billion in the year-ago period. It reported adjusted free cash flow of $2.13 billion in the same period compared with $1.79 billion in the prior-year period.
The company paid dividends worth $734 million and repurchased shares worth $850 million in the first nine months of fiscal 2026.
Q4 GuidanceJohnson Controls anticipates organic revenue growth of 9-10% from the year-ago level. Operating leverage is estimated to be 45-50%. It expects adjusted earnings to be about $1.55 per share.
FY26 GuidanceJohnson Controls currently anticipates organic revenue growth to be about 8% from the prior-year level compared with approximately 6% expected earlier. Operating leverage is expected to be 45-50% compared with approximately 50% projected previously. It expects adjusted earnings per share to be approximately $5.05, higher than $4.85 projected previously. It expects adjusted free cash flow conversion of about 100%.
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Constellium posted revenues of $2.75 billion for the quarter ended June 2026, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.5%. This compares with year-ago revenues of $2.1 billion.
Generac Holdings Inc. (GNRC - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.91 per share in the second quarter of 2026, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.95 per share. This compares with earnings of $1.65 per share a year ago.
Generac Holdings posted revenues of $1.17 billion for the quarter ended June 2026, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.37%. This compares with year-ago revenues of $1.06 billion.
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The company’s net sales rose 3% year over year to $590.6 million but lagged the consensus estimate of $609 million by 3%. Organic order backlog (excluding acquisitions) rose 28% from the end of 2025.
Q3 sales increased 9% and organic sales increased 10%* Q3 GAAP EPS of $1.23; Q3 Adjusted EPS* of $1.42 Q3 orders +27% organically year-over-year Backlog of $21.0 billion increased 32% organically year-over-year * This earnings release contains non-GAAP financial measures. Definitions and reconciliations of the non-GAAP financial measures can be found in the attached footnotes. Non-GAAP measures should be considered in addition to, and not as replacements for, the most comparable GAAP measures.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE: JCI), a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, is proud to announce fiscal third quarter 2026 GAAP earnings per share ("EPS") of $1.23. Adjusted EPS was $1.42.
Q3 sales increased 9% to $6.6 billion and organic sales increased 10%.
For the quarter, GAAP net income from continuing operations attributable to JCI was $749 million and adjusted net income from continuing operations was $868 million.
"We delivered another strong quarter, highlighted by 10% organic revenue growth, sustained order momentum, and continued margin expansion," said Joakim Weidemanis, Chief Executive Officer of Johnson Controls. "While we remain early in our journey deploying our proprietary business system, the progress we are seeing demonstrates the potential to further improve execution, productivity and customer outcomes. Our third-quarter performance and continued momentum give us confidence in our raised full-year outlook."
FISCAL Q3 SEGMENT RESULTS
The financial highlights presented in the tables below exclude discontinued operations and are in accordance with GAAP, unless otherwise indicated. All comparisons are to the third quarter of fiscal 2025. Orders and backlog metrics included in the release relate to the Company's Solutions and Services businesses. Orders prior to Q1 2026 exclude certain equipment-only sales for longer cycle projects. Backlog has been restated to include this new category.
A slide presentation to accompany the results can be found in the Investor Relations section of Johnson Controls' website at http://investors.johnsoncontrols.com.
Americas
Fiscal Q3
(in millions)
2026
2025
Change
Sales
$4,504
$4,042
11 %
Segment EBIT
847
654
30 %
Segment EBIT Margin %
18.8 %
16.2 %
260 bp
Segment EBITA (non-GAAP)
926
742
25 %
Adjusted Segment EBITA (non-GAAP)
951
746
27 %
Adjusted Segment EBITA Margin % (non-GAAP)
21.1 %
18.5 %
260 bp
Sales in the quarter of $4.5 billion increased 11% over the prior year. Organic sales also increased 11% led by continued strength across Applied HVAC. Products and Systems sales increased 12% and Services increased 10%.
Excluding acquisitions and divestitures and adjusted for foreign currency, orders increased 37% year-over-year and backlog of $15.9 billion increased 40% year-over-year. The increase in orders and backlog was supported by sustained demand from data centers and other mission-critical environments.
Segment EBIT margin and adjusted Segment EBITA margin increased 260 bp compared to the prior year. The increases were primarily driven by strong operating leverage on higher revenue. Adjusted Segment EBITA in both Q3 2026 and Q3 2025 excludes transformation costs.
EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa)
Fiscal Q3
(in millions)
2026
2025
Change
Sales
$1,264
$1,273
(1 %)
Segment EBIT
172
159
8 %
Segment EBIT Margin %
13.6 %
12.5 %
110 bp
Segment EBITA (non-GAAP)
179
177
1 %
Adjusted Segment EBITA (non-GAAP)
181
179
1 %
Adjusted Segment EBITA Margin % (non-GAAP)
14.3 %
14.1 %
20 bp
Sales in the quarter of approximately $1.3 billion decreased 1% over the prior year. Organic sales increased 1% versus the prior year quarter; constrained by continued pressure in the region due to the conflicts in the Middle East. Both Products and Systems and Services grew 1% organically.
Excluding acquisitions and divestitures and adjusted for foreign currency, orders increased 6% year-over-year and backlog of $3.1 billion increased 14% year-over-year.
Segment EBIT margin increased 110 bp and adjusted Segment EBITA margin increased 20 bp compared to the prior year. The increases were primarily driven by favorable pricing and productivity improvements, partially offset by the impact of business divestitures. Adjusted Segment EBITA in Q3 2026 and Q3 2025 excludes transformation costs.
APAC (Asia Pacific)
Fiscal Q3
(in millions)
2026
2025
Change
Sales
$846
$737
15 %
Segment EBIT
171
139
23 %
Segment EBIT Margin %
20.2 %
18.9 %
130 bp
Segment EBITA (non-GAAP)
175
143
22 %
Adjusted Segment EBITA (non-GAAP)
179
143
25 %
Adjusted Segment EBITA Margin % (non-GAAP)
21.2 %
19.4 %
180 bp
Sales in the quarter of $846 million increased 15% versus the prior year. Organic sales increased 15% versus the prior year quarter, led by 20% growth in Product and Systems and continued strength in Applied HVAC.
Excluding acquisitions and divestitures and adjusted for foreign currency, orders increased 12% and backlog of $2.0 billion increased 12% year-over-year.
Segment EBIT margin increased 130 bp and adjusted Segment EBITA margin increased 180 bp compared to the prior year, primarily driven by productivity improvements, favorable business mix and higher revenues. Adjusted Segment EBITA in Q3 2026 excludes transformation costs.
Corporate
Fiscal Q3
(in millions)
2026
2025
Change
Corporate Expense
GAAP
$167
$141
18 %
Adjusted (non-GAAP)
100
93
8 %
Adjusted Corporate expense in both Q3 2026 and Q3 2025 excludes certain transaction/separation costs and transformation costs. The increase year-over-year is primarily due to increased corporate accruals related to incentive compensation and the timing of certain corporate expenses.
OTHER Q3 ITEMS
Cash provided by operating activities was $1,289 million. Free cash flow was $1,194 million and adjusted free cash flow was $1,179 million. The Company paid dividends of $245 million. GUIDANCE
The following forward-looking statements are non-GAAP financial measures. These non-GAAP financial measures are derived by excluding certain amounts from the corresponding financial measures determined in accordance with GAAP. The determination of the amounts excluded is a matter of management judgment and depends upon, among other factors, the nature of the underlying expense or income amounts recognized in a given period and the high variability of certain amounts, such as mark-to-market adjustments. Organic revenue growth excludes the effect of acquisitions, divestitures and foreign currency. The Company is unable to present a quantitative reconciliation of the aforementioned forward-looking non-GAAP financial measures to its most directly comparable forward-looking GAAP financial measures because such information is not available, and management cannot reliably predict the necessary components of such GAAP measures without unreasonable effort or expense. The unavailable information could have a significant impact on the Company's fiscal 2026 fourth quarter and full year GAAP financial results.
The Company initiated fiscal 2026 fourth quarter continuing operations guidance:
Organic sales growth of 9% to 10% Operating leverage of 45% to 50% Adjusted EPS of ~$1.55 The Company's fiscal 2026 full year continuing operations guidance is as follows:
Organic sales growth of ~8% (previously up ~6%) Operating leverage of 45% to 50% (previously ~50%) Adjusted EPS of ~$5.05 (previously ~$4.85) Adjusted free cash flow conversion of ~100% (unchanged) CONFERENCE CALL & WEBCAST INFO
Johnson Controls will host a conference call to discuss this quarter's results at 8:30 a.m. ET today, which can be accessed via webcast at https://johnson-controls-q3-2026-earnings.open-exchange.net. A slide presentation will accompany the prepared remarks and has been posted on the investor relations section of the Johnson Controls website at https://investors.johnsoncontrols.com/news-and-events/events-and-presentations. A replay will be made available approximately two hours following the conclusion of the conference call.
ABOUT JOHNSON CONTROLS
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
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JOHNSON CONTROLS INTERNATIONAL PLC CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Johnson Controls International plc (the "Company") has made statements in this document that are forward-looking and therefore are subject to risks and uncertainties. All statements in this document other than statements of historical fact are, or could be, "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In this document, statements regarding the Company's future financial position, sales, costs, earnings, cash flows, other measures of results of operations, synergies and integration opportunities, capital expenditures, debt levels and market outlook are forward-looking statements. Words such as "may," "will," "expect," "intend," "estimate," "anticipate," "believe," "should," "forecast," "project" or "plan" and terms of similar meaning are also generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. However, the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. The Company cautions that these statements are subject to numerous important risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors, some of which are beyond the Company's control, that could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, including, among others, risks related to: the ability to develop or acquire new products and technologies that achieve market acceptance and meet applicable quality and regulatory requirements; the ability to manage general economic, business and capital market conditions, including the impacts of trade restrictions, recessions, economic downturns and global price inflation; the ability to manage macroeconomic and geopolitical volatility, including changes to laws or policies governing foreign trade, including tariffs, economic sanctions, foreign exchange and capital controls, import/export controls or other trade restrictions as well as any associated supply chain disruptions; the ability to execute on the Company's operating model and drive organizational improvement; the ability to innovate and adapt to emerging technologies, ideas and trends in the marketplace, including the incorporation of technologies such as artificial intelligence; fluctuations in the cost and availability of public and private financing for customers; the ability to manage disruptions caused by international conflicts, including Russia and Ukraine and the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East; the ability to successfully execute and complete portfolio simplification actions, as well as the possibility that the expected benefits of such actions will not be realized or will not be realized within the expected time frame; managing the risks and impacts of potential and actual security breaches, cyberattacks, privacy breaches or data breaches, maintaining and improving the capacity, reliability and security of the Company's enterprise information technology infrastructure; the ability to manage the lifecycle cybersecurity risk in the development, deployment and operation of the Company's digital platforms and services; fluctuations in currency exchange rates; the ability to hire and retain senior management and other key personnel; changes or uncertainty in laws, regulations, rates, policies, or interpretations that impact business operations or tax status; the ability to adapt to global climate change, climate change regulation and successfully meet the Company's public sustainability commitments; the outcome of litigation and governmental proceedings; the risk of infringement or expiration of intellectual property rights; the ability to manage disruptions caused by catastrophic or geopolitical events, such as natural disasters, armed conflict, political change, climate change, pandemics and outbreaks of contagious diseases and other adverse public health developments; any delay or inability of the Company to realize the expected benefits and synergies of recent portfolio transactions; the tax treatment of recent portfolio transactions; significant transaction costs and/or unknown liabilities associated with such transactions; labor shortages, work stoppages, union negotiations, labor disputes and other matters associated with the labor force; and the cancellation of or changes to commercial arrangements. A detailed discussion of risks related to Johnson Controls' business is included in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in Johnson Controls' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2025 filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on November 14, 2025, which is available at www.sec.gov and www.johnsoncontrols.com under the "Investors" tab. The description of certain of these risks is supplemented in Item 1A of Part II of Johnson Controls subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking statements included in this document are made only as of the date of this document, unless otherwise specified, and, except as required by law, Johnson Controls assumes no obligation, and disclaims any obligation, to update such statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this document.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Johnson Controls International plc
Consolidated Statements of Income
(in millions, except per share data; unaudited)
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Nine Months Ended
June 30,
2026
2025
2026
2025
Net sales
Products and systems
$ 4,596
$ 4,122
$ 12,687
$ 11,672
Services
2,018
1,930
5,866
5,482
6,614
6,052
18,553
17,154
Cost of sales
Products and systems
3,012
2,656
8,448
7,635
Services
1,128
1,150
3,295
3,278
4,140
3,806
11,743
10,913
Gross profit
2,474
2,246
6,810
6,241
Selling, general and administrative expenses
1,407
1,417
4,029
4,243
Restructuring and impairment costs
80
51
224
146
Net financing charges
71
77
197
243
Equity income
1
4
3
5
Income from continuing operations before income taxes
917
705
2,363
1,614
Income tax provision
165
87
443
160
Income from continuing operations
752
618
1,920
1,454
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax
—
160
(27)
301
Net income
752
778
1,893
1,755
Income attributable to noncontrolling interests
Continuing operations
3
—
7
—
Discontinued operations
—
77
—
157
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls
$ 749
$ 701
$ 1,886
$ 1,598
Income (loss) attributable to Johnson Controls
Continuing operations
$ 749
$ 618
$ 1,913
$ 1,454
Discontinued operations
—
83
(27)
144
Total
$ 749
$ 701
$ 1,886
$ 1,598
Basic earnings (loss) per share attributable to Johnson
Controls
Continuing operations
$ 1.23
$ 0.94
$ 3.13
$ 2.21
Discontinued operations
—
0.13
(0.04)
0.22
Total
$ 1.23
$ 1.07
$ 3.09
$ 2.43
Diluted earnings (loss) per share attributable to
Johnson Controls
Continuing operations
$ 1.23
$ 0.94
$ 3.12
$ 2.20
Discontinued operations
—
0.13
(0.04)
0.22
Total
$ 1.23
$ 1.07
$ 3.08
$ 2.42
Johnson Controls International plc
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
(in millions; unaudited)
June 30, 2026
September 30, 2025
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 641
$ 379
Accounts receivable - net
6,970
6,269
Inventories
1,955
1,820
Current assets held for sale
4
14
Other current assets
1,711
1,680
Current assets
11,281
10,162
Property, plant and equipment - net
1,977
2,193
Goodwill
16,612
16,633
Other intangible assets - net
3,550
3,613
Noncurrent assets held for sale
225
140
Other noncurrent assets
5,114
5,198
Total assets
$ 38,759
$ 37,939
Liabilities and Equity
Short-term debt
$ 865
$ 723
Current portion of long-term debt
311
566
Accounts payable
3,917
3,614
Accrued compensation and benefits
1,098
1,268
Deferred revenue
2,943
2,470
Current liabilities held for sale
5
12
Other current liabilities
2,144
2,288
Current liabilities
11,283
10,941
Long-term debt
8,299
8,591
Pension and postretirement benefit obligations
177
211
Noncurrent liabilities held for sale
34
9
Other noncurrent liabilities
5,451
5,233
Noncurrent liabilities
13,961
14,044
Shareholders' equity attributable to Johnson Controls
13,482
12,927
Noncontrolling interests
33
27
Total equity
13,515
12,954
Total liabilities and equity
$ 38,759
$ 37,939
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(in millions; unaudited)
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Nine Months Ended
June 30,
2026
2025
2026
2025
Operating Activities of Continuing Operations
Income from continuing operations:
Attributable to Johnson Controls
$ 749
$ 618
$ 1,913
$ 1,454
Attributable to noncontrolling interests
3
—
7
—
Total
752
618
1,920
1,454
Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash provided by operating activities of
continuing operations:
Depreciation and amortization
162
190
495
585
Pension and postretirement benefits
(11)
(15)
(39)
(52)
Deferred income taxes
(61)
(39)
(58)
(146)
Noncash restructuring and impairment charges
56
23
160
56
Equity-based compensation
29
48
95
107
(Gain) loss on business divestiture
(13)
—
(86)
6
Other - net
(23)
(24)
2
2
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable
(368)
(172)
(757)
(79)
Inventories
(26)
(52)
(166)
(79)
Other assets
(35)
(76)
62
(289)
Restructuring reserves
1
5
(25)
2
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
701
258
764
31
Accrued income taxes
125
23
205
(12)
Cash provided by operating activities from continuing operations
1,289
787
2,572
1,586
Investing Activities of Continuing Operations
Capital expenditures
(95)
(94)
(243)
(304)
Acquisitions of businesses, net of cash acquired
(291)
(1)
(291)
(9)
Divestitures of businesses, net of cash divested
122
1
331
2
Other - net
(12)
9
(32)
9
Cash used by investing activities from continuing operations
(276)
(85)
(235)
(302)
Financing Activities of Continuing Operations
Net proceeds (payments) from borrowings with maturities less than three months
Cash used by financing activities from continuing operations
(916)
(637)
(1,946)
(1,111)
Discontinued Operations
Cash (used) provided by operating activities
—
208
(98)
255
Cash used by investing activities
(155)
(25)
(155)
(52)
Cash used by financing activities
—
(109)
—
(174)
Cash (used) provided by discontinued operations
(155)
74
(253)
29
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
(1)
(201)
122
(216)
Change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash held for sale
4
—
—
3
Increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
(55)
(62)
260
(11)
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period
713
818
398
767
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period
658
756
658
756
Less: Restricted cash
17
25
17
25
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
$ 641
$ 731
$ 641
$ 731
FOOTNOTES
1. Sale of Residential and Light Commercial HVAC Business
In July 2025, the Company sold its Residential and Light Commercial ("R&LC") HVAC business, including the North America Ducted business and the global Residential joint venture with Hitachi Global Life Solutions, Inc. ("Hitachi"), of which Johnson Controls owned 60% and Hitachi owned 40%. The R&LC HVAC business met the criteria to be classified as a discontinued operation and, as a result, its historical financial results are reflected in the consolidated financial statements as a discontinued operation.
2. Non-GAAP Measures
The Company reports various non-GAAP measures in this earnings release and the related earnings presentation. Non-GAAP measures should be considered in addition to, and not as replacements for, the most comparable GAAP measures. Refer to the following footnotes for further information on the calculations of the non-GAAP measures and reconciliations of the non-GAAP measures to the most comparable GAAP measures.
Organic sales
Organic sales growth excludes the impact of acquisitions, divestitures and foreign currency. Management believes organic sales growth is useful to investors in understanding period-over-period sales results and trends.
Cash flow
Management believes free cash flow and adjusted free cash flow measures are useful to investors in understanding the strength of the Company and its ability to generate cash. These non-GAAP measures can also be used to evaluate the Company's ability to generate cash flow from operations and the impact that this cash flow has on its liquidity. Management also believes adjusted free cash flows are useful to investors in understanding period-over-period cash flows, cash trends and ongoing cash flows of the Company.
Adjusted free cash flow and adjusted free cash flow conversion are non-GAAP measures which exclude the impacts of the following:
JC Capital cash flows primarily include activity associated with finance/notes receivables and inventory and/or capital expenditures related to lease arrangements. JC Capital net income is primarily related to interest income on the finance/notes receivable and profit recognized on arrangements with sales-type lease components. The impact of the accounts receivables factoring program which was discontinued in March 2024. Cash payments related to the water systems AFFF settlement and cash receipts for AFFF-related insurance recoveries. Prepayment of royalty fees associated with certain IP licensed to divested businesses. Discrete tax payments are non-recurring tax settlements for certain non-US jurisdictions. Adjusted financial measures
Adjusted financial measures are non-GAAP measures that are derived by excluding certain amounts from the corresponding financial measures determined in accordance with GAAP. The determination of the excluded amounts is a matter of management judgment and depends upon the nature and variability of the underlying expense or income amounts and other factors.
As detailed in the tables included in footnotes four through seven, the following items were excluded from certain financial measures:
Net mark-to-market adjustments are the result of adjusting restricted asbestos investments and pension and postretirement plan assets to their current market value. These adjustments may have a favorable or unfavorable impact on results. Restructuring and impairment costs represents restructuring costs attributable to Johnson Controls including costs associated with exit plans or other restructuring plans that will have a more significant impact on the underlying cost structure of the organization. Impairment costs primarily relate to write-downs of goodwill, intangible assets and assets held for sale to their fair value. Water systems AFFF settlement and insurance recoveries include amounts related to a settlement with a nationwide class of public water systems concerning the use of AFFF manufactured and sold by a subsidiary of the Company, and AFFF-related insurance recoveries. Transaction/separation costs include costs associated with significant mergers and acquisitions. Transformation costs represent incremental expenses incurred in association with strategic growth initiatives and cost saving opportunities in order to realize the benefits of portfolio simplification and the Company's lifecycle solutions strategy. ERP asset - accelerated depreciation represents a change in ERP strategy within the EMEA segment, which led to certain assets being abandoned and the useful lives reduced. Loss (gain) on divestiture relates to the sale of the ADT Mexico Security and ADTi businesses. EMEA joint venture loss relates to certain non-recurring losses associated with the equity method accounting of a joint venture company. Discrete tax items, net includes the net impact of discrete tax items within the period, including the following types of items: changes in estimates associated with valuation allowances, changes in estimates associated with reserves for uncertain tax positions, withholding taxes recorded upon changes in indefinite re-investment assertions for businesses to be disposed of and impacts from statutory rate changes. Related tax impact includes the tax impact of the various excluded items. Management believes the exclusion of these items is useful to investors due to the unusual nature and/or magnitude of the amounts. When considered together with unadjusted amounts, adjusted financial measures are useful to investors in understanding period-over-period operating results, business trends and ongoing operations of the Company. Management may also use these metrics as guides in forecasting, budgeting and long-term planning processes and for compensation purposes.
Operating leverage
Operating leverage is defined as the ratio of the change in adjusted EBIT for the period, divided by the corresponding change in net revenues. Management believes operating leverage is a useful metric to reflect enterprise value creation, capturing the impact of scale and cost discipline across the organization.
Debt ratios
Management believes that net debt to adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP measure, is useful to understanding the Company's financial condition as the ratio provides an overview of the extent to which the Company relies on external debt financing for its funding and also is a measure of risk to its shareholders.
3. Sales
The following tables detail the changes in sales from continuing operations attributable to organic growth, foreign currency, acquisitions, divestitures and other (unaudited):
The following table includes operating cash flow conversion, free cash flow and free cash flow conversion (unaudited):
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Nine Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Cash provided by operating activities from continuing
operations
$ 1,289
$ 787
$ 2,572
$ 1,586
Income from continuing operations attributable to
Johnson Controls
749
618
1,913
1,454
Operating cash flow conversion
172 %
127 %
134 %
109 %
Cash provided by operating activities from continuing
operations
$ 1,289
$ 787
$ 2,572
$ 1,586
Capital expenditures
(95)
(94)
(243)
(304)
Free cash flow (non-GAAP)
$ 1,194
$ 693
$ 2,329
$ 1,282
Income from continuing operations attributable to
Johnson Controls
$ 749
$ 618
$ 1,913
$ 1,454
Free cash flow conversion from net income (non-
GAAP)
159 %
112 %
122 %
88 %
The following table includes adjusted free cash flow and adjusted free cash flow conversion (unaudited):
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Nine Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Free cash flow (non-GAAP)
$ 1,194
$ 693
$ 2,329
$ 1,282
Adjustments:
JC Capital cash provided (used) by operating
activities
(8)
34
(33)
111
Water systems AFFF settlement cash payments
and insurance recoveries
(7)
(3)
(165)
383
Prepaid IP royalties for divested businesses
—
—
(29)
—
Impact from discontinued factoring program
—
1
—
15
Discrete tax payments
—
—
31
—
Adjusted free cash flow (non-GAAP)
$ 1,179
$ 725
$ 2,133
$ 1,791
Adjusted net income attributable to JCI (non-GAAP)
$ 868
$ 693
$ 2,145
$ 1,664
JC Capital net (income) loss
26
(8)
22
(4)
Adjusted net income attributable to JCI, excluding JC
Capital (non-GAAP)
$ 894
$ 685
$ 2,167
$ 1,660
Adjusted free cash flow conversion (non-GAAP)
132 %
106 %
98 %
108 %
5. EBIT, Segment Profitability and Corporate Expense
The following table reconciles income from continuing operations before income taxes to EBIT and adjusted EBIT.
Three Months Ended June 30,
Nine Months Ended June 30,
(in millions; unaudited)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Income from continuing operations:
Attributable to Johnson Controls
$ 749
$ 618
$ 1,913
$ 1,454
Attributable to noncontrolling interests
3
—
7
—
Income from continuing operations
752
618
1,920
1,454
Less: Income tax provision (1)
165
87
443
160
Income before income taxes
917
705
2,363
1,614
Net financing charges
71
77
197
243
EBIT
$ 988
$ 782
$ 2,560
$ 1,857
EBIT margin
14.9 %
12.9 %
13.8 %
10.8 %
Adjusting items:
Net mark-to-market adjustments
28
21
16
7
Restructuring and impairment costs
(80)
(51)
(224)
(146)
Water systems AFFF insurance recoveries
17
1
148
13
Transaction/separation costs
(18)
(9)
(43)
(27)
Transformation costs
(80)
(45)
(197)
(124)
Gain on divestiture
—
—
70
—
Adjusted EBIT (non-GAAP)
$ 1,121
$ 865
$ 2,790
$ 2,134
Adjusted EBIT margin (non-GAAP)
16.9 %
14.3 %
15.0 %
12.4 %
(1) Adjusted income tax provision excludes the related tax impacts of pre-tax adjusting items.
The following tables reconcile Segment EBIT to Segment EBITA (non-GAAP) as reported and reconcile Segment EBIT and Segment EBITA (non-GAAP) as reported to adjusted Segment EBIT and Segment EBITA (non-GAAP) and adjusted Segment EBIT and Segment EBITA (non-GAAP) margin (unaudited):
Three Months Ended June 30,
(in millions)
Americas
EMEA
APAC
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
Sales
$ 4,504
$ 4,042
$ 1,264
$ 1,273
$ 846
$ 737
Segment EBIT
847
654
172
159
171
139
Amortization
79
88
7
18
4
4
Segment EBITA (non-GAAP)
926
742
179
177
175
143
Adjusting items:
Transformation costs
25
4
2
2
4
—
Adjusted Segment EBIT (non-GAAP)
872
658
174
161
175
139
Adjusted Segment EBITA (non-GAAP)
951
746
181
179
179
143
Segment EBIT margin %
18.8 %
16.2 %
13.6 %
12.5 %
20.2 %
18.9 %
Adjusted Segment EBIT margin % (non-GAAP)
19.4 %
16.3 %
13.8 %
12.6 %
20.7 %
18.9 %
Segment EBITA margin % (non-GAAP)
20.6 %
18.4 %
14.2 %
13.9 %
20.7 %
19.4 %
Adjusted Segment EBITA margin % (non-GAAP)
21.1 %
18.5 %
14.3 %
14.1 %
21.2 %
19.4 %
Nine Months Ended June 30,
(in millions)
Americas
EMEA
APAC
2026
2025
2026
2025
2026
2025
Sales
$ 12,468
$ 11,506
$ 3,807
$ 3,631
$ 2,278
$ 2,017
Segment EBIT
2,096
1,764
502
392
427
325
Amortization
232
274
21
56
11
12
Segment EBITA (non-GAAP)
2,328
2,038
523
448
438
337
Adjusting items:
Transformation costs
57
6
13
2
4
—
Adjusted Segment EBIT (non-GAAP)
2,153
1,770
515
394
431
325
Adjusted Segment EBITA (non-GAAP)
2,385
2,044
536
450
442
337
Segment EBIT margin %
16.8 %
15.3 %
13.2 %
10.8 %
18.7 %
16.1 %
Adjusted Segment EBIT margin % (non-GAAP)
17.3 %
15.4 %
13.5 %
10.9 %
18.9 %
16.1 %
Segment EBITA margin % (non-GAAP)
18.7 %
17.7 %
13.7 %
12.3 %
19.2 %
16.7 %
Adjusted Segment EBITA margin % (non-GAAP)
19.1 %
17.8 %
14.1 %
12.4 %
19.4 %
16.7 %
The following table reconciles adjusted Segment EBITA (non-GAAP) to adjusted Segment EBITA margin (non-GAAP) (unaudited):
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Nine Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Adjusted Segment EBITA (non-GAAP)
Americas
$ 951
$ 746
$ 2,385
$ 2,044
EMEA
181
179
536
450
APAC
179
143
442
337
Sales
6,614
6,052
18,553
17,154
Adjusted Segment EBITA margin (non-GAAP)
19.8 %
17.6 %
18.1 %
16.5 %
The following table reconciles Corporate expense from continuing operations as reported to the comparable adjusted amounts (unaudited):
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Nine Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2026
2025
2026
2025
Corporate expense (GAAP)
$ 167
$ 141
$ 475
$ 498
Adjusting items:
Transaction/separation costs
(18)
(9)
(43)
(27)
Transformation costs
(49)
(39)
(123)
(116)
Adjusted Corporate expense (non-GAAP)
$ 100
$ 93
$ 309
$ 355
6. Net Income and Diluted Earnings Per Share
The following tables reconcile net income from continuing operations attributable to JCI and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations as reported to the comparable adjusted amounts (unaudited):
Three Months Ended June 30,
Income from continuing
operations attributable to JCI
Diluted earnings
per share
(in millions, except per share)
2026
2025
2026
2025
As reported (GAAP)
$ 749
$ 618
$ 1.23
$ 0.94
Adjusting items:
Net mark-to-market adjustments
(28)
(21)
(0.05)
(0.03)
Restructuring and impairment costs
80
51
0.13
0.08
Water systems AFFF insurance recoveries
(17)
(1)
(0.03)
—
Transaction/separation costs
18
9
0.03
0.01
Transformation costs
80
45
0.13
0.07
Related tax impact
(14)
(8)
(0.02)
(0.01)
Adjusted (non-GAAP)*
$ 868
$ 693
$ 1.42
$ 1.05
* May not sum due to rounding
Nine Months Ended June 30,
Income from continuing
operations attributable to JCI
Diluted earnings
per share
(in millions, except per share)
2026
2025
2026
2025
As reported (GAAP)
$ 1,913
$ 1,454
$ 3.12
$ 2.20
Adjusting items:
Net mark-to-market adjustments
(16)
(7)
(0.03)
(0.01)
Restructuring and impairment costs
224
146
0.37
0.22
Water systems AFFF insurance recoveries
(148)
(13)
(0.24)
(0.02)
Transaction/separation costs
43
27
0.07
0.04
Transformation costs
197
124
0.32
0.19
Gain on divestiture
(70)
—
(0.11)
—
Discrete tax items
11
(36)
0.02
(0.05)
Related tax impact
(9)
(31)
(0.01)
(0.05)
Adjusted (non-GAAP)*
$ 2,145
$ 1,664
$ 3.50
$ 2.52
* May not sum due to rounding
The following table reconciles the denominators used to calculate basic and diluted earnings per share (in millions; unaudited):
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Nine Months Ended
June 30,
2026
2025
2026
2025
Weighted average shares outstanding
Basic weighted average shares outstanding
608
655
610
659
Effect of dilutive securities:
Stock options, unvested restricted stock and
unvested performance share awards
2
2
2
2
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding
610
657
612
661
7. Debt Ratios
The following table includes continuing operations and details net debt to income before income taxes and net debt to adjusted EBITDA (unaudited):
(in millions)
June 30, 2026
March 31, 2026
June 30, 2025
Short-term debt
$ 865
$ 882
$ 1,277
Current portion of long-term debt
311
28
570
Long-term debt
8,299
8,613
8,446
Total debt
9,475
9,523
10,293
Less: cash and cash equivalents
641
698
731
Net debt
$ 8,834
$ 8,825
$ 9,562
Last twelve months income before income
taxes
$ 2,718
$ 2,506
$ 2,262
Net debt to income before income taxes
3.3x
3.5x
4.2x
Last twelve months adjusted EBITDA (non-
GAAP)
$ 4,553
$ 4,325
$ 3,843
Net debt to adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)
1.9x
2.0x
2.5x
The following table reconciles income from continuing operations to adjusted EBIT and adjusted EBITDA (unaudited):
Twelve Months Ended
(in millions)
June 30, 2026
March 31, 2026
June 30, 2025
Income from continuing operations
$ 2,190
$ 2,056
$ 1,992
Income tax provision
528
450
270
Income before income taxes
2,718
2,506
2,262
Net financing charges
273
279
339
EBIT
2,991
2,785
2,601
Adjusting items:
Net mark-to-market adjustments
(3)
4
(12)
Restructuring and impairment costs
624
595
279
Water systems AFFF insurance recoveries
(174)
(158)
(29)
Transaction/separation costs
55
46
44
Transformation costs
253
218
124
ERP asset - accelerated depreciation
102
102
—
Loss (gain) on divestiture
(70)
(70)
42
EMEA joint venture loss
—
—
17
Adjusted EBIT (non-GAAP)
3,778
3,522
3,066
Depreciation and amortization
775
803
777
Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)
$ 4,553
$ 4,325
$ 3,843
8. Income Taxes
After adjusting for certain non-recurring items, the Company's effective tax rate for continuing operations was approximately 17% for the three and nine months ending June 30, 2026 and approximately 12% for the three and nine months ending June 30, 2025.
Dan Ives, Wedbush Securities’ Global Head of Technology Research and founder of Yorkville Labs, keeps hammering the same message: the AI cycle has barely started. On The Pomp Podcast, he argued “Those that say it’s seventh, eighth, you haven’t. It’s Vegas 1955. You’re just building the Strip.” His placement of the revolution in the “third inning” is a deliberate call to look past capex debates and Chinese model narratives and follow, in his words, “the breadcrumbs” of demand signals across chips, memory, hyperscalers, and enterprise software.
Ives said monetization proof points should start surfacing in the second half of the year, and he told listeners he is “much more confident that this is truly the fourth industrial revolution today than maybe a year and a half ago.” Here is how that thesis maps to five stocks investors can actually own.
NVIDIA: The AI Factory Buildout NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA | NVDA Price Prediction) remains the purest expression of Ives’ thesis. Q1 FY27 revenue hit $81.61B, up 85.2% year over year, with data center revenue of $75.25B and networking up 199%. Non-GAAP EPS came in at $1.87, and management guided Q2 to $91.0B, per the company’s SEC filing. Jensen Huang described “the buildout of AI factories, the largest infrastructure expansion in human history” as accelerating.
Shares trade at $196.75, up 5.49% YTD and 911.03% over five years. Polymarket assigns only a 39% probability of a July close above $200, so the crowd is treating this as consolidation, not blowoff.
Microsoft: The Monetization Test Case Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) delivered Q3 FY26 revenue of $82.89B with Azure up 40%. Satya Nadella said “Our AI business surpassed an annual revenue run rate of $37 billion, up 123% year-over-year.” Commercial RPO reached $627B, and capex ran $30.88B. Details are in the Q3 earnings release.
The catch: shares sit at $399.94, down 19.19% YTD. That gap between +123% AI growth and a negative stock is precisely the capex-versus-free-cash-flow debate Ives says investors should ignore.
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Taiwan Semiconductor: The Picks and Shovels Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE:TSM) posted Q2 2026 revenue of $40.2B, up 36.0%, with EPS beating expectations. Nodes at 7nm and below made up 77% of wafer revenue, and 2nm just entered ramp. Full-year 2026 revenue growth is guided slightly above 40% in USD. Shares are up 31.99% YTD and 64.25% over one year, validating Ives’ claim that demand signals from chip and memory players are the real breadcrumbs.
Johnson Controls: The Data Center Cooling Play Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI) is Ives-style AI adjacency. Q2 FY26 revenue was $6.14B, and CEO Joakim Weidemanis reported “Orders grew 30% and backlog reached a record $20 billion, reflecting strength in data centers and other high-growth, technology-driven operating environments where we differentiate.” Full-year adjusted EPS guidance was raised to ~$4.85. Shares trade at $138.97, up 20.43% YTD, with analyst target $156.37.
NXP Semiconductors: Physical and Edge AI NXP Semiconductors (NASDAQ:NXPI) fits the enterprise-and-industrial edge of Ives’ thesis. Q1 2026 revenue reached $3.18B, Industrial and IoT grew 24%, and Q2 guidance implies +18% YoY. CEO Rafael Sotomayor cited “growing customer adoption of our differentiated portfolio, particularly in industrial and automotive processing that supports software-defined vehicles and physical AI.” Shares sit at $263.50, up 24.38% YTD, with a forward P/E of 18x.
What to Watch Ives told listeners “It’s very easy to get scared into certain narratives or what Nvidia does 8 hours after they report a quarter.” The data supports that framing: NVIDIA has beaten 5 quarters in a row yet averaged a -1.58% day-of reaction. The next monetization checkpoints, hyperscaler capex signals, enterprise AI revenue disclosures, and 2nm ramp updates from TSMC, will determine whether the third-inning call ages well or looks premature.
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Absorption chiller blueprint provides roadmap to convert waste heat into productive cooling, reducing cooling electrical demand by up to 44% Additional computing capacity creates the potential for billions of dollars in additional revenue from existing power infrastructure Potential outcomes include a PUE as low as 1.23 with zero on-site water use and up to 43% lower CO₂ cooling system emissions Operators bring AI capacity online faster through a repeatable, modular design from 100MW campuses to gigawatt-scale AI Factories , /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency and decarbonization, today launched its Absorption Chiller Reference Design Guide. The blueprint helps data center operators convert the 57% of energy typically lost as waste heat from on-site power generation into productive cooling, reducing cooling-related electric demand and allocating more power available for AI workloads. In a 1GW-scale AI Factory, those efficiency gains can support up to 97MW of additional AI computing capacity without increasing on-site power generation, creating the potential for up to $18 billion in additional revenue over the life of the facility, based on a typical U.S. AI Factory model.
"One of the biggest untapped opportunities in data centers is the heat they generate," said Austin Domenici, president, Global Data Center Solutions, Johnson Controls. "Johnson Controls helps transform recovered heat into useful work through Combined Heat and Power and absorption cooling solutions, enabling AI Factories to scale more efficiently while reducing strain on the grid and delivering value to local communities."
The reference design demonstrates how operators can convert cooling efficiency gains into additional AI computing capacity or reduce cooling system CO₂ emissions by up to 43%. It can achieve a PUE as low as 1.23 with zero on-site water use. The repeatable, modular architecture scales from 100MW campuses to gigawatt-scale AI Factories without redesign, helping bring new capacity online faster.
Built on more than 65 years of YORK absorption innovation and a global installed base of thousands of units across multiple industries, Johnson Controls has deployed this technology in some of the world's most demanding applications, including naval vessels and advanced manufacturing facilities. With a thermal management portfolio spanning air-cooled and water-cooled chillers, liquid cooling, controls and lifecycle services, Johnson Controls helps data center operators bring capacity online faster, improve efficiency and maximize AI computing capacity from available power.
"A vast amount of heat produced by on-site power generators is essentially thrown away — dissipated into the air. We see a huge opportunity when that energy is put to work instead," said Katie McGinty, vice president and Chief Sustainability and External Relations Officer, Johnson Controls. "By converting waste heat into useful cooling, we're turning a resource already bought and paid for into an asset rather than a disposal liability. Every megawatt we can shift from cooling to computing capacity helps customers increase the revenue potential of their facilities and accelerates time to value by significantly cutting pressure on the grid. That's the kind of innovation that supports AI growth, lowers costs and helps communities and businesses get more from existing energy resources."
Learn more at www.johnsoncontrols.com/industries/data-centers/reference-designs
Important Note: The results referenced in this release are illustrative and based on a modeled AI Factory. Actual results may vary based on site-specific conditions and are not guaranteed.
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Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results, and help move society forward.
Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on social platforms.
Key Takeaways Johnson Controls is expected to post higher fiscal Q3 revenues of $6.43 billion and EPS of $1.32 on July 29.JCI may benefit from HVAC demand in data centers, services strength and growth from the OpenBlue platform.Johnson Controls faces margin pressure from higher SG&A costs and foreign currency headwinds. Johnson Controls International plc (JCI - Free Report) is scheduled to release third-quarter fiscal 2026 (ended June 2026) financial numbers on July 29, before market open.
The company’s earnings surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters. The average surprise was 5.6%. In the last reported quarter, its earnings of $1.19 per share beat the consensus estimate of $1.12 by 6.3%.
The consensus estimate for revenues is pegged at $6.43 billion, indicating an increase of 6.2% from the year-ago quarter’s figure. The consensus estimate for adjusted earnings is pinned at $1.32 per share, indicating an increase of 25.7% from the year-ago quarter’s figure.
Key Factors and Estimates to Note Ahead of JCI’s Earnings ReleaseThe Americas segment is expected to have benefited from solid demand for heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) platforms in data centers and strength in services businesses in the fiscal third quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the segment’s revenues is pegged at $4.34 billion, indicating a 7.4% increase from the year-ago figure.
The Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) segment is expected to have benefited from strength in products and systems businesses. However, disruptions caused by the Middle East conflicts and lower non-recurring services volumes are likely to mar the segment’s results. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the segment’s revenues is pegged at $1.25 billion, indicating a 1.6% decrease from the year-ago figure.
Solid momentum in the applied HVAC business, driven by data center application growth, is expected to have driven the performance of the Asia Pacific segment. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the segment’s revenues is pegged at $777 million, indicating a 5.4% increase from the year-ago figure.
Investments in digital offerings, like the OpenBlue platform that plays an integral part in meeting customer needs, are expected to have driven the company’s revenues.
However, the escalating selling, general and administrative (SG&A) expenses pose a threat to Johnson Controls’ bottom line. High organizational realignment and transaction/separation costs are expected to have pushed up the SG&A expenses, which are likely to have impacted its margins in the fiscal third quarter.
JCI has considerable exposure to overseas markets. Given the company’s substantial international operations, foreign currency headwinds are likely to have marred its profitability.
Earnings WhispersOur proven model predicts an earnings beat for JCI this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat, which is the case here, as elaborated below.
Earnings ESP: JCI has an Earnings ESP of +1.85% as the Most Accurate Estimate is pegged at $1.34 per share, which is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.32. You can uncover the best stocks before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
Zacks Rank: JCI currently carries a Zacks Rank of 2. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Other Stocks to ConsiderHere are some companies, which according to our model, also have the right combination of elements to beat on earnings in this reporting cycle.
Boise Cascade Company (BCC - Free Report) has an Earnings ESP of +6.50% and a Zacks Rank of 2 at present. The company is scheduled to release second-quarter 2026 results on Aug. 3.
Boise Cascade’s earnings surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in two of the preceding four quarters, missing one and matching the other, the average surprise being 40.2%.
Ferguson Enterprises Inc. (FERG - Free Report) has an Earnings ESP of +1.22% and a Zacks Rank of 2 at present. The company is slated to release second-quarter 2026 results on Aug. 10.
Ferguson’s earnings surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 6.5%.
Ingersoll Rand Inc. (IR - Free Report) has an Earnings ESP of +0.61% and a Zacks Rank of 3 at present. The company is slated to release second-quarter 2026 results on July 30.
Ingersoll Rand’s earnings surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in two of the trailing four quarters while matching the mark in two, the average surprise being 2.4%.
Bank of Nova Scotia lessened its holdings in shares of Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE:JCI – Free Report) by 60.8% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned 292,775 shares of the company’s stock after selling 454,528 shares during the quarter. Bank of Nova Scotia’s holdings in Johnson Controls International were worth $38,339,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
Other hedge funds have also modified their holdings of the company. Maseco LLP grew its position in shares of Johnson Controls International by 102.9% in the fourth quarter. Maseco LLP now owns 211 shares of the company’s stock valued at $25,000 after purchasing an additional 107 shares in the last quarter. Mcguire Capital Advisors Inc. purchased a new position in Johnson Controls International during the fourth quarter worth approximately $27,000. Twin Tree Management LP boosted its stake in Johnson Controls International by 140.9% during the fourth quarter. Twin Tree Management LP now owns 260 shares of the company’s stock worth $31,000 after buying an additional 895 shares during the last quarter. YANKCOM Partnership acquired a new position in Johnson Controls International during the fourth quarter worth $34,000. Finally, Flagship Harbor Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in Johnson Controls International in the 4th quarter valued at $38,000. 90.05% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Analyst Ratings Changes Several research firms have recently commented on JCI. Wall Street Zen upgraded Johnson Controls International from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a report on Sunday, May 3rd. The Goldman Sachs Group raised their price objective on shares of Johnson Controls International from $169.00 to $178.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, June 2nd. Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a “buy (b)” rating on shares of Johnson Controls International in a research note on Tuesday, June 9th. Sanford C. Bernstein initiated coverage on shares of Johnson Controls International in a research note on Tuesday, June 9th. They issued an “outperform” rating and a $176.00 price target for the company. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company raised their price target on shares of Johnson Controls International from $145.00 to $160.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a report on Thursday, May 7th. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Buy rating, nine have given a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $152.85.
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Johnson Controls International Price Performance JCI stock opened at $143.35 on Friday. The business’s fifty day moving average price is $141.84 and its 200 day moving average price is $136.02. Johnson Controls International plc has a 12-month low of $102.09 and a 12-month high of $151.18. The company has a current ratio of 1.04, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.64. The company has a market capitalization of $87.46 billion, a PE ratio of 25.64, a P/E/G ratio of 1.54 and a beta of 1.31.
Johnson Controls International (NYSE:JCI – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, March 31st. The company reported $1.19 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The company had revenue of $6.14 billion for the quarter. Johnson Controls International had a net margin of 14.45% and a return on equity of 19.50%. On average, sell-side analysts anticipate that Johnson Controls International plc will post 4.9 EPS for the current year.
Johnson Controls International Announces Dividend The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, July 10th. Investors of record on Monday, June 15th were paid a dividend of $0.40 per share. This represents a $1.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 1.1%. The ex-dividend date was Monday, June 15th. Johnson Controls International’s dividend payout ratio is presently 28.62%.
Insiders Place Their Bets In other news, VP Lei Zhang Schlitz sold 88,809 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, May 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $140.99, for a total value of $12,521,180.91. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president directly owned 57,059 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $8,044,748.41. This represents a 60.88% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, VP Todd M. Grabowski sold 1,800 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, June 9th. The shares were sold at an average price of $146.20, for a total transaction of $263,160.00. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president owned 26,215 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,832,633. The trade was a 6.43% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. 0.29% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.
Johnson Controls International Company Profile (Free Report)
Johnson Controls International plc is a global diversified technology and multi‑industrial company that develops products, services and solutions for buildings and energy storage. The company’s core focus is on improving building efficiency, safety and sustainability through a combination of HVAC equipment, building controls and automation, fire and security systems, and related services. Johnson Controls traces its roots to 1885, when inventor Warren S. Johnson developed an electric room thermostat; over its long history the company has expanded from controls into a broad set of building‑related technologies and, through corporate transactions, into a global provider of integrated building solutions.
Johnson Controls’ product and service portfolio includes heating, ventilation and air‑conditioning equipment, chillers, air handlers and related mechanical systems, together with building automation and control platforms that monitor and manage energy use, indoor environmental quality and security.
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University of Windsor’s hybrid steam-electric chiller project recognized for pioneering campus decarbonization in Canada
OTTAWA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The International District Energy Association (IDEA) has named Johnson Controls the recipient of the 2026 Joseph M. Brillhart Innovation Award for its work on the University of Windsor’s hybrid steam-electric chiller project. The project is expected to deliver 82% of the university’s 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target, reduce grid electricity demand by approximately 60% during Ontario’s peak demand periods, and generate significant cost savings by leveraging recovered steam instead of grid electricity.
The winning submission, “Pioneering Campus Decarbonization: Advancing Hybrid Steam-Electric Innovation at the University of Windsor,” highlighted how Johnson Controls helped the University of Windsor become the first higher education institution in Canada to implement a dual-drive hybrid steam-electric turbine chiller. The project transforms the campus’ waste heat into self-generated power, enabling the university to reduce electric grid demand during costly peak periods while advancing its long-term sustainability goals.
“The 2026 Innovation Award competition entries represented a variety of new products, software, and operational ideas, some of which have not been seen before in district energy applications,” said Robert Smith, Vice President at RMF Engineering, Inc. “Johnson Controls and University of Windsor blended two types of machinery to offer unique operational flexibility in solving energy and environmental challenges.”
Prior to the project, the university’s Energy Conversion Centre (ECC) accounted for approximately 40% of campus energy needs and its legacy boiler-steam system was responsible for roughly 88% of total campus emissions. Johnson Controls replaced an aging gas-fired boiler in the ECC with a 1,200-ton YORK® YST Steam Turbine Centrifugal Chiller paired with a 24,000-lbs/hour Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG), allowing the plant to capture exhaust steam and redirect it as a thermal energy source during peak demand events.
The University of Windsor is classified as a Class A electricity customer in Ontario, meaning its Global Adjustment (GA) electricity costs are tied directly to its share of the province’s top five peak demand hours each year. By operating the hybrid chiller on recovered steam during those hours (accounting for an estimated 140 hours annually), the university can reduce its grid electrical demand by approximately 60% during peak events. Each megawatt of demand avoided translates to as much as $300,000–$400,000 per year in avoided GA costs. The project is also projected to deliver 82% of the university’s 2030 greenhouse gas emissions reduction target and received $200,000 in incentives through the Enbridge Gas Energy Efficiency Program.
“On behalf of everyone at Johnson Controls, we're honored to receive this recognition from IDEA. This project was made possible through a true partnership with the University of Windsor and what we accomplished together goes well beyond optimizing campus efficiency,” said James Rosner, Principal Advisor – Higher Education (North America), Johnson Controls. “We fundamentally changed the way the university uses energy, turning a legacy system into one that advances both its decarbonization goals and its long-term financial resilience. We're grateful to IDEA and proud of what this team built."
“The University of Windsor project is exactly the kind of work the Innovation Award was created to recognize,” said Rob Thornton, President and CEO of IDEA. “Johnson Controls found a way to leverage and modernize an existing campus district energy system into a more strategic asset. The result is a campus that is cleaner, more resilient, and better positioned financially. This is a model other institutions across North America should be watching closely.”
The installation itself required significant ingenuity. The ECC’s utility tunnel imposed tight load constraints, requiring the 1,200-ton chiller to be assembled piece-by-piece on-site and moved into place. The drives were arranged in-line rather than in parallel to fit within the existing footprint. The plant’s location directly adjacent to the Ambassador Bridge, one of the busiest border crossings between the United States and Canada, required coordination with the Canada Border Services Agency for crane operations.
IDEA also recognized Corix with an Honorable Mention for its Burnaby Mountain District Energy Utility (BMDEU) submission, which demonstrated how a biomass-powered district energy system serving Simon Fraser University and the adjacent UniverCity community has achieved an 85% reduction in campus GHG emissions and is operating at industry-leading efficiency levels.
“Through a single project, we reduced emissions across SFU’s campus and the surrounding community by over 80% annually, and through ongoing optimizations, we’re now consistently exceeding 90%. This recognition speaks to the power of collaboration and technical excellence in advancing decarbonization,” said Paul Holt, Vice President, Engineering & Operations, Corix.
The award was presented at IDEA2026, the organization’s annual conference and trade show, held June 23–26 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Now in its 14th year, the Innovation Award recognizes IDEA members who demonstrate emerging best practices, applied technology, and the value of industry collaboration. The award is named in honor of Joseph M. Brillhart, a former IDEA Board Chair and long-time Johnson Controls employee, who passed away in 2023.
You can view this year’s awards ceremony here.
About Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on social platforms.
About IDEA
The International District Energy Association (IDEA) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit industry association founded in 1909 and based in Massachusetts, USA. Representing nearly 3,000 members across more than 30 countries, IDEA champions district heating, district cooling, thermal networks, and combined heat and power (CHP) as reliable, efficient, and sustainable solutions. Its mission is to foster the success of its members as global leaders in advancing energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, and building resilient, sustainable communities.
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, /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE: JCI), a global technology leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency and decarbonization, announces the following webcast:
What: Johnson Controls Third Quarter Fiscal 2026 Earnings Conference Call
When: Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. ET
How: The earnings conference call for investors can be accessed:
Live via webcast at https://johnson-controls-q3-2026-earnings.open-exchange.net Note: A slide presentation will be available that morning for downloading.
Replay: If you are unable to participate during the live webcast, the call will be archived at http://investors.johnsoncontrols.com/news-and-events/events-and-presentations About Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on social platforms.
Earnings are arguably the most important single number on a company's quarterly financial report. Wall Street clearly dives into all of the other metrics and management's input, but the EPS figure helps cut through all the noise.
The earnings figure itself is key, of course, but a beat or miss on the bottom line can sometimes be just as, if not more, important. Therefore, investors should consider paying close attention to these earnings surprises, as a big beat can help a stock climb and vice versa.
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The Zacks Earnings ESP, ExplainedThe Zacks Earnings ESP is more formally known as the Expected Surprise Prediction, and it aims to grab the inside track on the latest analyst estimate revisions ahead of a company's report. The idea is relatively intuitive as a newer projection might be based on more complete information.
Now that we understand the basic idea, let's look at how the Expected Surprise Prediction works. The ESP is calculated by comparing the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate, with the percentage difference between the two giving us the Zacks ESP figure.
In fact, when we combined a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) or better and a positive Earnings ESP, stocks produced a positive surprise 70% of the time. Perhaps most importantly, using these parameters has helped produce 28.3% annual returns on average, according to our 10 year backtest.
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Should You Consider SPX Technologies?Now that we understand what the ESP is and how beneficial it can be, let's dive into a stock that currently fits the bill. SPX Technologies (SPXC - Free Report) earns a #2 (Buy) right now and its Most Accurate Estimate sits at $1.88 a share, just 21 days from its upcoming earnings release on July 30, 2026.
By taking the percentage difference between the $1.88 Most Accurate Estimate and the $1.85 Zacks Consensus Estimate, SPX Technologies has an Earnings ESP of +1.53%. Investors should also know that SPXC is one of a large group of stocks with positive ESPs. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.
SPXC is part of a big group of Construction stocks that boast a positive ESP, and investors may want to take a look at Johnson Controls (JCI - Free Report) as well.
Johnson Controls, which is readying to report earnings on August 4, 2026, sits at a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) right now. Its Most Accurate Estimate is currently $1.36 a share, and JCI is 26 days out from its next earnings report.
For Johnson Controls, the percentage difference between its Most Accurate Estimate and its Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.33 is +1.90%.
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Intelligent Monitoring Group Ltd (ASX:IMB, OTC:THRTF, FRA:8YM) has entered a binding agreement to acquire ADT’s residential security business in the United Kingdom for £180 million (AU$347,094), marking a major international expansion and a substantial uplift in recurring revenue.
The acquisition of ADT UK Residential from a subsidiary of Johnson Controls International PLC (NYSE:JCI) will be funded through £155 million in cash and £25 million in IMG shares, subject to customary completion adjustments.
The deal gives IMG an immediate foothold in one of the world’s largest monitored security markets through one of the UK’s most established and recognised residential security brands.
Acquisition adds scale and recurring revenue ADT UK Residential brings more than 160,000 direct residential security customers to IMG and is expected to add $12.5 million per month in recurring revenue, representing a 205% increase in IMG’s monthly recurring monitoring revenue.
The acquisition is expected to increase IMG’s pro forma annualised EBITDA to A$130 million, compared with FY26 guidance of A$43 million to A$47 million, and deliver an estimated 40% uplift to pro forma earnings per share.
Once complete, ADT UK Residential is expected to continue operating as a standalone business, with IMG planning an orderly transition under its established operating model.
Funding structure avoids a new external equity raise IMG said the acquisition would be funded through a combination of a new debt facility and a vendor equity placement, with no requirement for additional external equity capital beyond the consideration shares.
The company has entered binding commitment papers to refinance its current facilities with a four-year $448 million Unitranche facility provided by Ares Capital Corporation, split between £155 million and A$150 million.
IMG expects pro forma leverage of about 3.1 times net debt to pro forma FY26 EBITDA following completion.
Rationale builds on ADT experience The acquisition aligns with its strategy of acquiring high-quality security businesses with strong customer relationships and established market positions.
The company sees ADT UK Residential as a platform for future growth, including the rollout of advanced monitoring and video security solutions.
Managing director Dennison Hambling said the transaction represented “a compelling opportunity” to add a recognised residential security platform supported by long-standing customer relationships.
“Following the acquisition of ADT's businesses in Australia and New Zealand in 2023, IMG has developed a unique understanding of ADT's operating model and brand,” Hambling said.
“This experience underpins our confidence in both the quality of the asset and IMG’s ability to effectively integrate, operate and grow the business.”
What happens next Completion of the acquisition remains subject to customary conditions, including regulatory approvals and IMG shareholder approval.
Black Crane Asia Pacific Opportunities Fund, which holds about 29.3% of IMG, has indicated it intends to vote in favour of issuing the consideration shares, subject to no superior proposal emerging.
The acquisition is expected to be finalised in the first half of 2027.
If there's a problem with bull markets, it's that pullbacks can be hard to come by. Compounding that issue is that "weak" is a subjective term for many investors. For some market participants, a stock faltering 2% or 3% over just a few days is inviting. For others, that's not enough retrenchment.
If the stocks in question are quality names already in strong uptrends, waiting on deep pullbacks may be a fool's errand. So with some stocks, getting in the game on modest pullbacks may be the best course of action. That gets me to a pair of industrial stocks I'm eyeing that have traded slightly lower in recent days.
These two industrial stocks pulled back slightly and it might be time to get involved. Image source: Getty Images.
The blue chip stocks I'm talking about are Canadian National Railway (CNI +0.22%) and Johnson Controls (JCI 4.87%). These aren't the most popular industrial stocks on the market, but their modest pullbacks may be invitations to get involved.
Working on the railroad Relative to a 17.3% year-to-date gain, Canadian National's 1.5% decline for the week ending June 24 is modest and not a cause for alarm. Investors considering this railroad stock as a long-term position may be gambling if they wait for a deeper retreat or a correction to emerge because this is a fundamentally sturdy company.
Broadly speaking, railroads are impressive cash-flow generators, and this Canadian operator lives up to that standard, having generated high-teens cash flow as a percentage of revenue over the past decade. Another point in favor of Canadian National is its enviable geography, a crucial consideration for investors evaluating railroad equities.
The company controls a 19,500-mile network in North America that spans both coasts of its namesake country, running from the Canada/U.S. border down to the Gulf Coast. It also has a monopoly over Canada's port of Prince Rupert, which catalyzes intermodal growth.
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Adding to the buy thesis on Canadian National is an efficient operating model. Last year, revenue was pinched by $350 million due to U.S. trade tariffs, but the company still managed to grow earnings per share by 7%.
There's more encouraging news. Spending is poised to decline by $500 million, and Canadian National is a dedicated buyer of its own shares, confirming management sees value in the stock today and the potential for long-term appreciation.
Another backdoor AI play Like Canadian National, Johnson Controls is an industrial that's recently experienced mild weakness, though it remains in a strong uptrend. Down 1.6% over the past week, shares of the building systems company are up 19.3% this year.
To be sure, Johnson Controls is not a tech stock, but I'm keeping tabs on this industrial company due to its exposure to artificial intelligence (AI). On that note, a little backstory is helpful. This company was founded in 1885 and made its name in building controls, fire detection, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC). None of that sounds glamorous, but guess what? Those products and services are important to hyperscalers and data center operators.
Investors may view Johnson Controls as a hot-or-cold play. Hot because some members of the sell-side community believe the company could unlock shareholder value by selling or spinning off its fire and security unit. Cold because it's the company's prowess in cooling systems that's relevant in the data center realm.
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Johnson Controls has already shown a willingness to "purify" its portfolio by shedding some businesses. It parted with its industrial HVAC and Mexican security units last year. It remains to be seen if similar moves are made over the near term, but the company's enhanced focus on data centers is paying off; data centers are driving the bulk of the industrial's order growth in the Americas.
Johnson Controls' data center exposure contributes to a $20 billion backlog and is one of the primary reasons why management lifted 2026 earnings-per-share guidance to $4.85 from $4.55. Count those among the reasons to consider this industrial stock.
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NEUHAUSEN, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--School may be starting later this year, but new data from Sensormatic Solutions—the leading global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI)—suggests the shift will have little impact on peak shopping periods in the United States. According to its ShopperTrak Analytics, despite an unusually late Labor Day (Sept. 7, 2026), overall timing and in-store visit counts are expected to remain relatively consistent, with the busiest shopping days predicted to fall between Aug. 2 and 28 across all regions.
Based on Sensormatic Solutions in-store shopper activity data, its analytics team predicts the busiest in-store shopping weeks are likely to be:
South: Aug. 2-8 West: Aug. 2-8 Midwest: Aug. 9-15 Northeast: Aug. 16-29 “Though our predicted busiest days align nicely with last year’s trends, retailers should approach the season with the understanding that the landscape around them has changed significantly,” said Grant Gustafson, head of Retail Consulting and Analytics at Sensormatic Solutions. “Each region’s unique school calendar, the global supply chain, and consumer behavior trends may impact how shoppers show up this year—and each presents an opportunity for retailers to win new customers and build loyalty by fine-tuning product assortments, promotions, and operations that can transform an annual errand into a meaningful, satisfying experience.”
Saturdays in August are expected to see the largest single-day crowds of the season, with peak traffic anticipated between 2 and 3 p.m. As a result, the highest-volume days are likely to round out each 2026 rush:
South: Saturday, Aug. 8 West: Saturday, Aug. 8 Midwest: Saturday, Aug. 15 Northeast: Saturday, Aug. 29 “We expect that each region’s busiest day will occur roughly two weeks before the local school year begins, a timing driven by the school calendar that varies by market,” said Gustafson. “Retailers should consider forecasting traffic volume relative to each market's start date, rather than copying another region's strategy. This school calendar-driven, region-specific approach may be the key to success this back-to-school season.”
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About Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
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Sensormatic Solutions, the leading global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls, powers safe, secure and seamless retail experiences. For more than 60 years, the brand has been at the forefront of the industry’s fast-moving technology adoption, redefining retail operations on a global scale and turning insights into actions. Sensormatic Solutions delivers an interconnected ecosystem of loss prevention, inventory intelligence and traffic insight solutions, along with our services and partners to enable retailers worldwide to innovate and elevate with precision, connecting data-driven outcomes that shape retail’s future. Please visit Sensormatic Solutions or follow us on LinkedIn and our YouTube channel.
Advancing transparency and responsible journal evaluation
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The 2026 edition builds on a series of recent enhancements designed to improve consistency, transparency and inclusivity in journal-level metrics. It includes metrics for 22,643 journals across 254 categories, reflecting the breadth and diversity of scholarly publishing worldwide.
Bar Veinstein, President, Academia & Government at Clarivate, said: "As scholarly publishing continues to evolve, we remain focused on helping publishers, librarians and researchers make informed decisions with confidence. The Journal Citation Reports 2026 reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting the research community with trusted, transparent and context-rich journal intelligence.
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New data highlights growing diversification of research
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Supporting responsible use of journal metrics
To support more balanced and contextual interpretation, the JCR provides a range of complementary indicators beyond the Journal Impact Factor, including field-normalized metrics such as the Journal Citation Indicator (JCI), descriptive data and category-level benchmarks. The journal-level indicators contained within the JCR are designed to support journal evaluation, not to assess the performance of individual researchers or articles.
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Johnson Controls delivered a strong Q2, beating revenue and EPS expectations, with operating profit up 39% and margins expanding significantly. Organic growth was robust across Products, Systems, and Services, with a record $20B backlog and strong demand in the Americas and APAC, supporting predictable future revenues. Management raised FY guidance, but market expectations remain higher, creating risk if JCI fails to consistently outperform consensus forecasts.
Johnson Controls International NYSE: JCI reported stronger fiscal second-quarter results and raised its full-year earnings outlook, citing sustained demand for applied HVAC systems, data center projects and improving execution across the business.
Acquisition strengthens Johnson Controls' presence as a premier player in the high growth data center cooling segment MILWAUKEE, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, today announced it has completed the acquisition of Alloy Enterprises, a Boston-based company specializing in a next-generation thermal management platform for high-performance data centers and other mission critical industrial applications. The acquisition strengthens Johnson Controls' data center cooling portfolio and advances its end-to-end thermal management capabilities, while expanding its community of technology innovators shaping the future of thermal performance.
On May 18, 2026, Johnson Controls International PLC (JCI) shares fell 4.0% to a current price of $137.31. This decline is notable within the context of its 52-w
CORK, Ireland, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE: JCI), a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, will host its previously announced Going to Gemba Day for investors and sell-side analysts on Monday, June 1, 2026. The event will showcase Johnson Controls' strategy, innovation, and execution through site tours and discussions with management, including Chief Executive Officer Joakim Weidemanis and Chief Financial Officer Marc Vandiepenbeeck.
NEUHAUSEN, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sensormatic Solutions, the leading global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), now offers two discreet radio-frequency identification (RFID) tagging alternatives for clothing, apparel and accessory for brands and retailers seeking deep insights without compromising garments' look and feel. Its new RFID Seam Tag and RFID Brand Label—which are now available to retailers worldwide—can be sewn directly into garments without altering fi.
CORK, Ireland, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE: JCI), a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency and decarbonization, has approved a regular quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share of common stock, payable on July 10, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 15, 2026. Johnson Controls has paid a consecutive dividend since 1887.
CORK, Ireland, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE: JCI), a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, today announced the appointment of Irene Esteves to its board of directors, effective immediately. Esteves brings deep global finance and governance experience, with a proven record of leading large-scale, technology-driven industrial and aerospace organizations, further strengthening the Board as Johnson Controls advances its strategy to help customers deliver critical indoor operating conditions while reducing the energy intensity that comes with them.
New York, June 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Insight Partners, published its latest market intelligence report on the Global Smart Home Market. The study finds the market, valued at US$ 159. 92 billion in 2025, is projected to reach US$ 1,434.
On June 11, 2026, Johnson Controls International PLC (JCI) shares rose 3.3% to $144.01. This move comes in the context of a 52-week range that has seen a high o