Johnson Controls Reports Strong Q2 Results; Raises FY25 Guidance

Core Insights - Johnson Controls International plc reported fiscal Q2 2025 GAAP earnings per share (EPS) of $0.71 and adjusted EPS of $0.82, with sales of $5.7 billion, reflecting a 1% increase year-over-year and a 7% organic growth [2][7][21] - The company experienced strong demand for its solutions, leading to margin expansion and a record backlog of $14.0 billion, which increased 12% organically year-over-year [3][7] - The company raised its full-year fiscal 2025 guidance, indicating confidence in continued growth and operational improvements [21][17] Financial Performance - Q2 2025 sales were $5.7 billion, up 1% from the previous year, with organic sales growth of 7% [2][7] - GAAP income from continuing operations was $473 million, while adjusted income was $545 million [2][7] - The company generated $550 million in cash from operating activities and reported free cash flow of $456 million [20] Segment Results - Building Solutions North America: Sales increased by 6% to $2.9 billion, with a segment EBITA margin of 13.4%, down 20 basis points year-over-year [5][6] - Building Solutions EMEA/LA: Sales rose 2% to $1.1 billion, with a significant EBITA margin increase of 410 basis points to 12.5% [6][8] - Building Solutions Asia Pacific: Sales grew by 10% to $542 million, with an EBITA margin of 14.6%, up 360 basis points [10][11] - Global Products: Sales declined by 13% to $1.1 billion, but organic sales grew by 8%, driven by price and volume growth [12][13] Guidance and Future Outlook - The company initiated guidance for fiscal Q3 and raised full-year fiscal 2025 expectations, projecting organic sales growth in the mid-single digits and adjusted EPS of approximately $3.60 [21][17] - Adjusted segment EBITA margin improvement is expected to be around 90 basis points year-over-year [21] Corporate Developments - Corporate expenses increased by 102% year-over-year to $186 million, attributed to certain corporate accruals and stranded costs from the divestiture of the R&LC HVAC business [14][15] - The company continues to focus on operational efficiencies and strategic growth initiatives to enhance value for stakeholders [3][21]