Fintel reports that on September 25, 2026, Wells Fargo initiated coverage of Johnson Controls International (NYSE:JCI) (LSE:0Y7S) with a Overweight recommendation.
Previously, Wells Fargo maintained an Overweight rating on May 7, 2026. In other recent analyst activity, Morgan Stanley maintained an Overweight rating on September 2, 2026.
Johnson Controls International plc is a global leader in building products and technology solutions, specializing in heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and refrigeration systems. Based in Cork, Ireland, the company focuses on optimizing building performance to enhance comfort, safety, and sustainability. Key projects typically include the implementation of energy-efficient HVAC systems, building management technologies, and the integration of renewable energy solutions into existing building infrastructures. Johnson Controls leverages its innovations in IoT and smart connectivity to advance its initiatives in energy conservation and smart building solutions, positioning itself at the forefront of the drive towards more energy-efficient and intelligent buildings.
Prior to the rating action, the stock closed at $145.36 on September 24, 2026. On September 25, 2026, the latest close was recorded at $150.15. The stock experienced a price change of +4.79% over one week, relative to a baseline close of $143.28 on September 18, 2026. Over a one-month period, the price change was +5.87% from a baseline close of $141.82 on August 25, 2026.
In its latest earnings report on July 29, 2026, the company reported an actual EPS of 1.42, compared to the estimate of 1.3165, representing an earnings surprise of +7.86%. Actual revenue reached $6,614,000,000.00, compared to the estimated $6,531,646,164.00.
As of September 15, 2026, the current consensus target mean was $167.25, with a median of $164.22, representing an implied change of +11.39%. This reflects a consensus target revision of +0.18% from the prior consensus target mean of $166.95 on August 28, 2026. For the recommendation period of September 1, 2026, the aggregate analyst recommendations consisted of 5 strong buy, 11 buy, and 10 hold ratings, totaling 26 recommendations. This breakdown represents 61.5% positive and 38.5% hold recommendations, which remains unchanged from the prior recommendation period on August 1, 2026.
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