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Johnson Controls International plc

S&P 500
JCI|Industrials|Building Products & Equipment|$139.52|P/E 42.8|MCap 85.1B|NYSE

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

71/ 100Safe

JCI's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 48.0% earnings payout ratio & 31.3% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: Volatile profit margin stability & -6.6% 5-year dividend cagr.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 48.0%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • Debt-to-Equity: 70.3Conservative debt level relative to equity.
  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.

Risks

  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: -6.6%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.
  • Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
48.0%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
75.2%Caution
CFO Payout Ratio
31.3%Safe
Interest Coverage
9.7xSafe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
25.0%Safe
Current Ratio
1.0xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
70.3Very Safe

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
13.5%Safe
Operating Margin
14.0%Caution
Gross Margin
35.8%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-6.6%Danger
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

About Johnson Controls International plc

Johnson Controls International plc is a global technology leader specializing in building solutions, fire protection, and thermal management systems for commercial, industrial, and residential properties worldwide. The company designs, manufactures, and installs heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, industrial refrigeration equipment, building management systems, fire detection and suppression systems, and integrated security solutions. Johnson Controls serves diverse sectors including education, healthcare, offices, government, retail, data centers, and manufacturing facilities across more than 150 countries. The company operates through multiple business segments: Building Solutions in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific, plus a Global Products segment offering equipment and controls software. Its offerings include smart building solutions with data-driven analytics, energy-efficiency consulting, and comprehensive facilities management services including maintenance, repair, and equipment replacement. Founded in 1885 and headquartered in Cork, Ireland, Johnson Controls combines decades of expertise in building control technology with modern innovations in decarbonization and energy efficiency.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.08%

Annual Dividend

$1.51

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

48.01%

FCF Payout Ratio

75.19%

Stock Price

$139.52

52-Week Range

$90.35 $147.32

Dividend History (2016–2025)

JCI annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

JCI earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

March 16, 2026

Last Payment Date

April 10, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-19.15%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-6.58%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-1.17%

3-Year Total Growth

-47.14%

5-Year Total Growth

-28.85%

10-Year Total Growth

-11.11%

Income Calculator

JCI Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$13,952.00

Annual Income

$151.00

Quarterly Income

$37.75

Monthly Income

$12.58

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is JCI's current dividend yield?
Johnson Controls International plc (JCI) currently has a dividend yield of 1.08%, based on a stock price of $139.52 and an annual dividend of $1.51.
When is JCI's next dividend payment date?
JCI's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-16 and the next payment date is 2026-04-10. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does JCI pay in dividends per year?
Johnson Controls International plc paid $0.74 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has JCI been increasing its dividend?
Johnson Controls International plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -6.58% and a 10-year CAGR of -1.17%.
Is JCI's dividend safe?
Johnson Controls International plc has a payout ratio of 48.01%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 75.19%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is JCI's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Johnson Controls International plc's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for industrials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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