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10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2019

Johnson Controls International plc Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Mar 31, 2019

Filed May 3, 2019For Securities:JCI

Summary

Johnson Controls International plc (JCI) reported its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2019. The company demonstrated solid revenue growth, with net sales increasing by 3% year-over-year for both the three-month and six-month periods, driven by higher organic sales across most segments. A significant event during the period was the classification of the Power Solutions business as a discontinued operation, with the sale to BCP Acquisitions LLC closing on April 30, 2019. This strategic move is expected to allow JCI to focus on its core Building Technologies & Solutions business. Net income attributable to Johnson Controls saw a substantial increase of 18% for the quarter and 30% year-to-date, reflecting improved operational efficiency, lower restructuring costs compared to the prior year, and the positive impact of discontinued operations. The company also continued its commitment to shareholder returns through share repurchases and dividends. Despite some headwinds like unfavorable foreign currency translation impacts and increased inventory levels, the company maintained adequate liquidity and strong capital resources, positioning itself for future growth and strategic focus on intelligent buildings and energy solutions.

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Key Highlights

  • 1Consolidated net sales increased by 3% year-over-year for both the three and six months ended March 31, 2019, reaching $5.8 billion and $11.2 billion, respectively.
  • 2Net income attributable to Johnson Controls surged by 18% to $515 million for the quarter and 30% to $870 million year-to-date, driven by operational improvements and discontinued operations.
  • 3The Power Solutions business was classified as a discontinued operation, with its sale to BCP Acquisitions LLC closing on April 30, 2019, for $13.2 billion.
  • 4Total debt increased by 13% to $12.4 billion as of March 31, 2019, with net debt increasing to $12.1 billion, but the company maintained adequate liquidity and adequate capital resources.
  • 5Selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) expenses decreased by 2% for the quarter, attributed to productivity savings and cost synergies.
  • 6The company continued its robust share repurchase program, buying back $1 billion worth of shares in the first six months of fiscal 2019, with an additional $8.5 billion authorization upon the completion of the Power Solutions sale.
  • 7Diluted earnings per share (EPS) improved to $0.57 for the quarter and $0.95 year-to-date, up from $0.47 and $0.72 in the prior year periods, respectively.

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