UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10–K
ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2015
OR
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For The Transition Period From ________ To
Commission File Number 1-5097
JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Wisconsin
(State of Incorporation)
5757 North Green Bay Avenue
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
(Address of principal executive offices)
39-0380010
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
53209
(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:
(414) 524-1200
Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act:
Title of Each Class
Common Stock
Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
New York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes
No
Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Exchange Act: None
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Exchange
Act. Yes
No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act during
the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing
requirements for the past 90 days. Yes
No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data
File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the
registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes
No
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be
contained, to the best of registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K
or any amendment to this Form 10-K.
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, or a non-accelerated filer. See the definitions of
"large accelerated filer," "accelerated filer" and "smaller reporting company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer
Non-accelerated filer
Accelerated filer
Smaller reporting company
(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes
No
As of March 31, 2015, the aggregate market value of the registrant’s Common Stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant was approximately
$33.0 billion based on the closing sales price as reported on the New York Stock Exchange. As of October 31, 2015, 647,676,732 shares of the
registrant’s Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share, were outstanding.
Portions of the definitive Proxy Statement to be delivered to shareholders in connection with the Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held on
January 27, 2016 are incorporated by reference into Part III.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC.
Index to Annual Report on Form 10-K
Year Ended September 30, 2015
CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS FOR FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION
PART I.
ITEM 1.
BUSINESS
ITEM 1A.
RISK FACTORS
ITEM 1B.
UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
ITEM 2.
PROPERTIES
ITEM 3.
LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
ITEM 4.
MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT
PART II.
ITEM 5.
MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
ITEM 6.
SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA
ITEM 7.
MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
ITEM 7A.
QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
ITEM 8.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA
ITEM 9.
CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
ITEM 9A.
CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
ITEM 9B.
OTHER INFORMATION
PART III.
ITEM 10.
DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
ITEM 11.
EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
ITEM 12.
SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND
RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
ITEM 13.
CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS, AND DIRECTOR
INDEPENDENCE
ITEM 14.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTING FEES AND SERVICES
ITEM 15.
EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
PART IV.
SIGNATURES
INDEX TO EXHIBITS
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CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS FOR FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION
Unless otherwise indicated, references to "Johnson Controls," the "Company," "we," "our" and "us" in this Annual Report on Form
10-K refer to Johnson Controls, Inc. and its consolidated subsidiaries.
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 statements that are, or could be, deemed "forward-
looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In this document, statements
regarding future financial position, sales, costs, earnings, cash flows, other measures of results of operations, capital expenditures
or debt levels and plans, objectives, outlook, targets, guidance or goals are forward-looking statements. Words such as "may,"
"will," "expect," "intend," "estimate," "anticipate," "believe," "should," "forecast," "project" or "plan" or terms of similar meaning
are also generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. Johnson Controls cautions that these statements are subject to
numerous important risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors, some of which are beyond Johnson Controls' control, that
could cause Johnson Controls' actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
A detailed discussion of risks is included in the section entitled "Risk Factors" (refer to Part I, Item 1A, of this Annual Report on
Form 10-K). The forward-looking statements included in this document are only made as of the date of this document, unless
otherwise specified, and Johnson Controls assumes no obligation, and disclaims any obligation, to update forward-looking
statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this document.
PART I
ITEM 1
BUSINESS
General
Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in more than 150 countries. The
Company creates quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid
automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles; and seating and interior systems for automobiles.
Johnson Controls was originally incorporated in the state of Wisconsin in 1885 as Johnson Electric Service Company to manufacture,
install and service automatic temperature regulation systems for buildings. The Company was renamed to Johnson Controls, Inc.
in 1974. In 1978, the Company acquired Globe-Union, Inc., a Wisconsin-based manufacturer of automotive batteries for both the
replacement and original equipment markets. The Company entered the automotive seating industry in 1985 with the acquisition
of Michigan-based Hoover Universal, Inc. In 2005, the Company acquired York International, a global supplier of heating,
ventilating, air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment and services. In 2014, the Company acquired Air Distribution
Technologies, Inc. (ADT), one of the largest independent providers of air distribution and ventilation products in North America.
The Company is going through a multi-year portfolio transformation. Included in this transformation are several strategic
transactions which occurred during fiscal 2015 including the divestiture of its Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) business and
the contribution of its Automotive Experience Interiors business to the newly created joint venture with Yanfeng Automotive Trim
Systems. Additionally, the Company intends to pursue the separation of its Automotive Experience business through a spin-off.
The Building Efficiency business is a global market leader in designing, producing, marketing and installing integrated heating,
ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, building management systems, controls, security and mechanical equipment.
In addition, the Building Efficiency business provides technical services and energy management consulting. The Company also
provides residential air conditioning and heating systems and industrial refrigeration products.
The Automotive Experience business is one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers, providing innovative seating and interior
systems through our design and engineering expertise. The Company’s technologies extend into virtually every area of the interior
including seating, door systems, floor consoles and instrument panels. Customers include most of the world’s major automakers.
The Power Solutions business is a leading global supplier of lead-acid automotive batteries for virtually every type of passenger
car, light truck and utility vehicle. The Company serves both automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the general
vehicle battery aftermarket. The Company also supplies advanced battery technologies to power start-stop, hybrid and electric
vehicles.
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Financial Information About Business Segments
Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 280, "Segment Reporting," establishes the standards for reporting information about
segments in financial statements. In applying the criteria set forth in ASC 280, the Company has determined that it has six reportable
segments for financial reporting purposes. The Company’s six reportable segments are presented in the context of its three primary
businesses - Building Efficiency, Automotive Experience and Power Solutions.
Refer to Note 19, "Segment Information," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for financial information about business
segments.
For the purpose of the following discussion of the Company’s businesses, the three Building Efficiency reportable segments and
the two Automotive Experience reportable segments are presented together due to their similar customers and the similar nature
of their products, production processes and distribution channels.
Products/Systems and Services
Building Efficiency
Building Efficiency is a global leader in delivering integrated control systems, mechanical equipment, products and services
designed to improve the comfort, safety and energy efficiency of non-residential buildings and residential properties with operations
in 52 countries. Revenues come from technical services, and the replacement and upgrade of HVAC controls and mechanical
equipment in the existing buildings market, where the Company’s large base of current customers leads to repeat business, as well
as with installing controls and equipment during the construction of new buildings. Customer relationships often span entire
building lifecycles.
Building Efficiency sells its control systems, mechanical equipment and services primarily through the Company’s extensive global
network of sales and service offices. Some building controls, products and mechanical systems are sold to distributors of air-
conditioning, refrigeration and commercial heating systems throughout the world. In fiscal 2015, approximately 65% of Building
Efficiency’s sales were derived from HVAC products and installed control systems for construction and retrofit markets, including
14% of total sales related to new commercial construction. Approximately 35% of its sales in fiscal 2015 originated from its service
offerings. In fiscal 2015, Building Efficiency accounted for 28% of the Company’s consolidated net sales.
The Company’s systems include York® chillers, industrial refrigeration products, air handlers and other HVAC mechanical
equipment that provide heating and cooling in non-residential buildings. The Metasys® control system monitors and integrates
HVAC equipment with other critical building systems to maximize comfort while reducing energy and operating costs. The
Company also produces air conditioning and heating equipment and products, including Titus® and Ruskin® brands, for the
residential market. As the largest global supplier of HVAC technical services, Building Efficiency staffs, optimizes and repairs
building systems made by the Company and its competitors. The Company offers a wide range of solutions such as performance
contracting under which guaranteed energy savings are used by the customer to fund project costs over a number of years.
Automotive Experience
Automotive Experience designs and manufactures interior products and systems for passenger cars and light trucks, including
vans, pick-up trucks and sport/crossover utility vehicles. The business produces automotive interior systems for OEMs and operates
approximately 230 wholly- and majority-owned manufacturing or assembly plants, with operations in 32 countries worldwide.
Beginning in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015, the Automotive Experience Interiors business is predominantly in an unconsolidated
partially-owned affiliate. Additionally, the business has other partially-owned affiliates in Asia, Europe, North America and South
America.
Automotive Experience products and systems include complete seating systems and interior components, including instrument
panels, floor consoles, and door systems. In fiscal 2015, Automotive Experience accounted for 54% of the Company’s consolidated
net sales.
The business operates assembly plants that supply automotive OEMs with complete seats on a "just-in-time/in-sequence" basis.
Seats are assembled to specific order and delivered on a predetermined schedule directly to an automotive assembly line. Certain
of the business’s other automotive interior systems are also supplied on a "just-in-time/in-sequence" basis. Foam, metal and plastic
seating components, seat covers, seat mechanisms and other components are shipped to these plants from the business’s production
facilities or outside suppliers.
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Power Solutions
Power Solutions services both automotive OEMs and the battery aftermarket by providing energy storage technology, coupled
with systems engineering, marketing and service expertise. The Company is the largest producer of lead-acid automotive batteries
in the world, producing and distributing approximately 146 million lead-acid batteries annually in approximately 61 wholly- and
majority-owned manufacturing or assembly plants, distribution centers and sales offices in 22 countries worldwide. Investments
in new product and process technology have expanded product offerings to absorbent glass mat (AGM) and enhanced flooded
battery (EFB) technologies that power start-stop vehicles, as well as lithium-ion battery technology for certain hybrid and electric
vehicles. The business has also invested to develop sustainable lead and poly recycling operations in the North American and
European markets. Approximately 74% of unit sales worldwide in fiscal 2015 were to the automotive replacement market, with
the remaining sales to the OEM market.
Power Solutions accounted for 18% of the Company’s fiscal 2015 consolidated net sales. Batteries and key components are
manufactured at wholly- and majority-owned plants in North America, South America, Asia and Europe.
Competition
Building Efficiency
The Building Efficiency business conducts its operations through thousands of individual contracts that are either negotiated or
awarded on a competitive basis. Key factors in the award of contracts include system and service performance, quality, price,
design, reputation, technology, application engineering capability and construction or project management expertise. Competitors
for HVAC equipment and controls in the residential and non-residential marketplace include many regional, national and
international providers; larger competitors include Honeywell International, Inc.; Siemens Building Technologies, an operating
group of Siemens AG; Schneider Electric SA; Carrier Corporation, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corporation; Trane
Incorporated, a subsidiary of Ingersoll-Rand Company Limited; Daikin Industries, Ltd.; Lennox International, Inc.; GC Midea
Holding Co, Ltd.; Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. and Greenheck Fan Corporation. In addition to HVAC equipment, Building
Efficiency competes in a highly fragmented HVAC services market, which is dominated by local providers. The loss of any
individual contract would not have a material adverse effect on the Company.
Automotive Experience
The Automotive Experience business faces competition from other automotive suppliers and, with respect to certain products,
from the automobile OEMs who produce or have the capability to produce certain products the business supplies. The automotive
supply industry competes on the basis of technology, quality, reliability of supply and price. Design, engineering and product
planning are increasingly important factors. Independent suppliers that represent the principal Automotive Experience Seating
competitors include Lear Corporation, Faurecia SA and Magna International Inc. The Automotive Experience Interiors business
primarily competes with Faurecia SA, Grupo Antolin - Irausa SA and International Automotive Components Group SA.
Power Solutions
Power Solutions is the principal supplier of batteries to many of the largest merchants in the battery aftermarket, including Advance
Auto Parts, AutoZone, Robert Bosch GmbH, DAISA S.A., Costco, NAPA, O’Reilly/CSK, Interstate Battery System of America,
Sears, Roebuck & Co. and Wal-Mart stores. Automotive batteries are sold throughout the world under private labels and under the
Company’s brand names (Optima®, Varta®, LTH® and Heliar®) to automotive replacement battery retailers and distributors and
to automobile manufacturers as original equipment. The Power Solutions business competes with a number of major domestic
and international manufacturers and distributors of lead-acid batteries, as well as a large number of smaller, regional competitors.
The Power Solutions business primarily competes in the battery market with Exide Technologies, GS Yuasa Corporation, Camel
Group Company Limited, East Penn Manufacturing Company and Banner Batteries GB Limited. The North American, European
and Asian lead-acid battery markets are highly competitive. The manufacturers in these markets compete on price, quality, technical
innovation, service and warranty.
Backlog
The Company’s backlog relating to the Building Efficiency business is applicable to its sales of systems and services. At
September 30, 2015, the backlog was $4.5 billion, the majority of which relates to fiscal 2016. The backlog as of September 30,
2014 was $4.8 billion. The decline in backlog year over year was primarily due to declines in the Other and North America Systems
and Service segments. The backlog amount outstanding at any given time is not necessarily indicative of the amount of revenue
to be earned in the upcoming fiscal year.
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Raw Materials
Raw materials used by the businesses in connection with their operations, including lead, steel, tin, aluminum, urethane chemicals,
copper, sulfuric acid and polypropylene, were readily available during fiscal 2015, and the Company expects such availability to
continue. In fiscal 2016, commodity prices could fluctuate throughout the year and could significantly affect the results of operations.
Intellectual Property
Generally, the Company seeks statutory protection for strategic or financially important intellectual property developed in
connection with its business. Certain intellectual property, where appropriate, is protected by contracts, licenses, confidentiality
or other agreements.
The Company owns numerous U.S. and non-U.S. patents (and their respective counterparts), the more important of which cover
those technologies and inventions embodied in current products or which are used in the manufacture of those products. While
the Company believes patents are important to its business operations and in the aggregate constitute a valuable asset, no single
patent, or group of patents, is critical to the success of the business. The Company, from time to time, grants licenses under its
patents and technology and receives licenses under patents and technology of others.
The Company’s trademarks, certain of which are material to its business, are registered or otherwise legally protected in the U.S.
and many non-U.S. countries where products and services of the Company are sold. The Company, from time to time, becomes
involved in trademark licensing transactions.
Most works of authorship produced for the Company, such as computer programs, catalogs and sales literature, carry appropriate
notices indicating the Company’s claim to copyright protection under U.S. law and appropriate international treaties.
Environmental, Health and Safety Matters
Laws addressing the protection of the environment (environmental laws) and workers’ safety and health (worker safety laws)
govern the Company’s ongoing global operations. They generally provide for civil and criminal penalties, as well as injunctive
and remedial relief, for noncompliance or require remediation of sites where Company-related materials have been released into
the environment.
The Company has expended substantial resources globally, both financial and managerial, to comply with environmental laws and
worker safety laws and maintains procedures designed to foster and ensure compliance. Certain of the Company’s businesses are,
or have been, engaged in the handling or use of substances that may impact workplace health and safety or the environment. The
Company is committed to protecting its workers and the environment against the risks associated with these substances.
The Company’s operations and facilities have been, and in the future may become, the subject of formal or informal enforcement
actions or proceedings for noncompliance with environmental laws and worker safety laws or for the remediation of Company-
related substances released into the environment. Such matters typically are resolved with regulatory authorities through
commitments to compliance, abatement or remediation programs and, in some cases, payment of penalties. Historically, neither
such commitments nor such penalties have been material. (See Item 3, "Legal Proceedings," of this report for a discussion of the
Company’s potential environmental liabilities.)
Environmental Capital Expenditures
The Company’s ongoing environmental compliance program often results in capital expenditures. Environmental considerations
are a part of all significant capital expenditure decisions; however, expenditures in fiscal 2015 related solely to environmental
compliance were not material. It is management’s opinion that the amount of any future capital expenditures related solely to
environmental compliance will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial results or competitive position in
any one year.
Employees
As of September 30, 2015, the Company employed approximately 139,000 employees, of whom approximately 91,000 were hourly
and 48,000 were salaried.
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Seasonal Factors
Certain of Building Efficiency’s sales are seasonal as the demand for residential air conditioning equipment generally increases
in the summer months. This seasonality is mitigated by the other products and services provided by the Building Efficiency business
that have no material seasonal effect.
Sales of automotive seating and interior systems and of batteries to automobile OEMs for use as original equipment are dependent
upon the demand for new automobiles. Management believes that demand for new automobiles generally reflects sensitivity to
overall economic conditions with no material seasonal effect.
The automotive replacement battery market is affected by weather patterns because batteries are more likely to fail when extremely
low temperatures place substantial additional power requirements upon a vehicle’s electrical system. Also, battery life is shortened
by extremely high temperatures, which accelerate corrosion rates. Therefore, either mild winter or moderate summer temperatures
may adversely affect automotive replacement battery sales.
Financial Information About Geographic Areas
Refer to Note 19, "Segment Information," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for financial information about
geographic areas.
Research and Development Expenditures
Refer to Note 1, "Summary of Significant Accounting Policies," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for research and
development expenditures.
Available Information
The Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly
reports on Form 10-Q, definitive proxy statements on Schedule 14A, current reports on Form 8-K, and any amendments to those
reports filed pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, are made available free of charge through
the Investor Relations section of the Company’s Internet website at http://www.johnsoncontrols.com as soon as reasonably
practicable after the Company electronically files such material with, or furnishes it to, the SEC. Copies of any materials the
Company files with the SEC can also be obtained free of charge through the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov, at the SEC’s
Public Reference Room at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549, or by calling the SEC’s Office of Investor Education and
Advocacy at 1-800-732-0330. The Company also makes available, free of charge, its Ethics Policy, Corporate Governance
Guidelines, Board of Directors committee charters and other information related to the Company on the Company’s Internet website
or in printed form upon request. The Company is not including the information contained on the Company’s website as a part of,
or incorporating it by reference into, this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
ITEM 1A
RISK FACTORS
Risks Relating to the Proposed Separation of the Automotive Experience Business by Spin-Off
The proposed separation of our Automotive Experience business is contingent upon the satisfaction of a number of
conditions, may require significant time and attention of our management, and may have a material adverse effect on us
whether or not it is completed.
On July 24, 2015, we announced our intent to pursue a separation of our Automotive Experience business through a spin-off to
our shareholders. The proposed spin-off is subject to various conditions, is complex in nature, and may be affected by unanticipated
developments, credit and equity markets, or changes in market conditions. As independent, publicly traded companies, each
business will be smaller and less diversified with a narrower business focus and may be more vulnerable to changing market
conditions. Completion of the proposed spin-off will be contingent upon customary closing conditions, including final approval
from our Board of Directors.
We will incur significant expenses in connection with the proposed spin-off. In addition, completion of the proposed spin-off will
require significant amounts of management’s time and effort which may divert management’s attention from other aspects of our
business operations and other initiatives. We may experience negative reactions from the financial markets if we do not complete
the proposed spin-off in a reasonable time period.
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Any of these factors could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations, cash flows or
the price of our common stock.
We may be unable to achieve some or all of the benefits that we expect to achieve from the spin-off.
Although we believe that separating our Automotive Experience business from our Building Efficiency and Power Solutions
businesses by means of the spin-off will provide financial, operational, managerial and other benefits to us and our shareholders,
the spin-off may not provide such results on the scope or scale we anticipate, and we may not realize any or all of the intended
benefits. In addition, we will incur one-time costs and ongoing costs in connection with, or as a result of, the spin-off, including
costs of operating as independent, publicly-traded companies that the two businesses will no longer be able to share. Those costs
may exceed our estimates or could negate some of the benefits we expect to realize. If we do not realize the intended benefits of
the spin-off or if our costs exceed our estimates, the Company or the business that is spun off could suffer a material adverse effect
on its business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.
General Risks
General economic, credit and capital market conditions could adversely affect our financial performance, our ability to
grow or sustain our businesses and our ability to access the capital markets.
We compete around the world in various geographic regions and product markets. Global economic conditions affect each of our
primary businesses. As we discuss in greater detail in the specific risk factors for each of our businesses that appear below, any
future financial distress in the industries and/or markets where we compete could negatively affect our revenues and financial
performance in future periods, result in future restructuring charges, and adversely impact our ability to grow or sustain our
businesses.
The capital and credit markets provide us with liquidity to operate and grow our businesses beyond the liquidity that operating
cash flows provide. A worldwide economic downturn and/or disruption of the credit markets could reduce our access to capital
necessary for our operations and executing our strategic plan. If our access to capital were to become significantly constrained,
or if costs of capital increased significantly due to lowered credit ratings, prevailing industry conditions, the volatility of the capital
markets or other factors; then our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows could be adversely affected.
Risks associated with our non-U.S. operations could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of
operations.
We have significant operations in a number of countries outside the U.S., some of which are located in emerging markets. Long-
term economic uncertainty in some of the regions of the world in which we operate, such as Asia, South America, the Middle East,
Central Europe and other emerging markets, could result in the disruption of markets and negatively affect cash flows from our
operations to cover our capital needs and debt service requirements.
In addition, as a result of our global presence, a significant portion of our revenues and expenses is denominated in currencies
other than the U.S. dollar. We are therefore subject to foreign currency risks and foreign exchange exposure. While we employ
financial instruments to hedge some of our transactional foreign exchange exposure, these activities do not insulate us completely
from those exposures. Exchange rates can be volatile and could adversely impact our financial results and the comparability of
results from period to period.
There are other risks that are inherent in our non-U.S. operations, including the potential for changes in socio-economic conditions,
laws and regulations, including import, export, labor and environmental laws, and monetary and fiscal policies; protectionist
measures that may prohibit acquisitions or joint ventures, or impact trade volumes; unsettled political conditions; government-
imposed plant or other operational shutdowns; backlash from foreign labor organizations related to our restructuring actions;
corruption; natural and man-made disasters, hazards and losses; violence, civil and labor unrest, and possible terrorist attacks.
These and other factors may have a material adverse effect on our non-U.S. operations and therefore on our business and results
of operations.
The regulation of our international operations could adversely affect our business, results of operations and reputation.
Due to our global operations, we are subject to many laws governing international relations, including those that prohibit improper
payments to government officials and commercial customers, and restrict where we can do business, what information or products
we can supply to certain countries and what information we can provide to a non-U.S. government, including but not limited to
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the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), U.K. Bribery Act and the U.S. Export Administration Act. Violations of these
laws, which are complex, may result in criminal penalties, sanctions and/or fines that could have a material adverse effect on our
business, financial condition, results of operations and reputation.
Global climate change could negatively affect our business.
Increased public awareness and concern regarding global climate change may result in more regional and/or federal requirements
to reduce or mitigate the effects of greenhouse gas emissions. There continues to be a lack of consistent climate legislation, which
creates economic and regulatory uncertainty. Such regulatory uncertainty extends to future incentives for energy efficient buildings
and vehicles and costs of compliance, which may impact the demand for our products, obsolescence of our products and our results
of operations.
There is a growing consensus that greenhouse gas emissions are linked to global climate changes. Climate changes, such as extreme
weather conditions, create financial risk to our business. For example, the demand for our products and services, such as residential
air conditioning equipment and automotive replacement batteries, may be affected by unseasonable weather conditions. Climate
changes could also disrupt our operations by impacting the availability and cost of materials needed for manufacturing and could
increase insurance and other operating costs. These factors may impact our decisions to construct new facilities or maintain existing
facilities in areas most prone to physical climate risks. The Company could also face indirect financial risks passed through the
supply chain, and process disruptions due to physical climate changes could result in price modifications for our products and the
resources needed to produce them.
We are subject to requirements relating to environmental regulation and environmental remediation matters, which could
adversely affect our business and results of operations.
Because of uncertainties associated with environmental regulation and environmental remediation activities at sites where we may
be liable, future expenses that we may incur to remediate identified sites could be considerably higher than the current accrued
liability on our consolidated statements of financial position, which could have a material adverse effect on our business and results
of operations.
Risks related to our defined benefit retirement plans may adversely impact our results of operations and cash flow.
Significant changes in actual investment return on defined benefit plan assets, discount rates, mortality assumptions and other
factors could adversely affect our results of operations and the amounts of contributions we must make to our defined benefit plans
in future periods. Because we mark-to-market our defined benefit plan assets and liabilities on an annual basis, large non-cash
gains or losses could be recorded in the fourth quarter of each fiscal year. Generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S.
require that we calculate income or expense for the plans using actuarial valuations. These valuations reflect assumptions about
financial markets and interest rates, which may change based on economic conditions. Funding requirements for our defined
benefit plans are dependent upon, among other factors, interest rates, underlying asset returns and the impact of legislative or
regulatory changes related to defined benefit funding obligations. For a discussion regarding the significant assumptions used to
determine net periodic benefit cost, refer to "Critical Accounting Estimates and Policies" included in Item 7, "Management’s
Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations."
We may be unable to realize the expected benefits of our restructuring actions, which could adversely affect our profitability
and operations.
To align our resources with our growth strategies, operate more efficiently and control costs, we periodically announce restructuring
plans, which may include workforce reductions, global plant closures and consolidations, asset impairments and other cost reduction
initiatives. We may undertake additional restructuring actions and workforce reductions in the future. As these plans and actions
are complex, unforeseen factors could result in expected savings and benefits to be delayed or not realized to the full extent planned,
and our operations and business may be disrupted.
Negative or unexpected tax consequences could adversely affect our results of operations.
Adverse changes in the underlying profitability and financial outlook of our operations in several jurisdictions could lead to
additional changes in our valuation allowances against deferred tax assets and other tax reserves on our statement of financial
position, and the future sale of certain businesses could potentially result in the repatriation of accumulated foreign earnings that
could materially and adversely affect our results of operations. Additionally, changes in tax laws in the U.S. or in other countries
where we have significant operations could materially affect deferred tax assets and liabilities on our consolidated statements of
financial position and income tax provision on our consolidated statements of income.
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We are also subject to tax audits by governmental authorities in the U.S. and in non-U.S. jurisdictions. Negative unexpected results
from one or more such tax audits could adversely affect our results of operations.
Legal proceedings in which we are, or may be, a party may adversely affect us.
We are currently and may in the future become subject to legal proceedings and commercial or contractual disputes. These are
typically claims that arise in the normal course of business including, without limitation, commercial or contractual disputes with
our suppliers, intellectual property matters, third party liability, including product liability claims and employment claims. There
exists the possibility that such claims may have an adverse impact on our results of operations that is greater than we anticipate
and/or negatively affect our reputation.
A downgrade in the ratings of our debt could restrict our ability to access the debt capital markets and increase our interest
costs.
Unfavorable changes in the ratings that rating agencies assign to our debt may ultimately negatively impact our access to the debt
capital markets and increase the costs we incur to borrow funds. If ratings for our debt fall below investment grade, our access to
the debt capital markets would become restricted. Future tightening in the credit markets and a reduced level of liquidity in many
financial markets due to turmoil in the financial and banking industries could affect our access to the debt capital markets or the
price we pay to issue debt. Historically, we have relied on our ability to issue commercial paper rather than to draw on our credit
facility to support our daily operations, which means that a downgrade in our ratings or volatility in the financial markets causing
limitations to the debt capital markets could have an adverse effect on our business or our ability to meet our liquidity needs.
Additionally, several of our credit agreements generally include an increase in interest rates if the ratings for our debt are downgraded.
Further, an increase in the level of our indebtedness may increase our vulnerability to adverse general economic and industry
conditions and may affect our ability to obtain additional financing.
The potential insolvency or financial distress of third parties could adversely impact our business and results of operations.
We are exposed to the risk that third parties to various arrangements who owe us money or goods and services, or who purchase
goods and services from us, will not be able to perform their obligations or continue to place orders due to insolvency or financial
distress. If third parties fail to perform their obligations under arrangements with us, we may be forced to replace the underlying
commitment at current or above market prices or on other terms that are less favorable to us. In such events, we may incur losses,
or our results of operations, financial condition or liquidity could otherwise be adversely affected.
We may be unable to complete or integrate acquisitions or joint ventures effectively, which may adversely affect our growth,
profitability and results of operations.
We expect acquisitions of businesses and assets, as well as joint ventures (or other strategic arrangements), to play a role in our
future growth. We cannot be certain that we will be able to identify attractive acquisition or joint venture targets, obtain financing
for acquisitions on satisfactory terms, successfully acquire identified targets or form joint ventures, or manage the timing of
acquisitions with capital obligations across our businesses. Additionally, we may not be successful in integrating acquired businesses
or joint ventures into our existing operations and achieving projected synergies. Competition for acquisition opportunities in the
various industries in which we operate may rise, thereby increasing our costs of making acquisitions or causing us to refrain from
making further acquisitions. If we were to use equity securities to finance a future acquisition, our then-current shareholders would
experience dilution. We are also subject to applicable antitrust laws and must avoid anticompetitive behavior. These and other
factors related to acquisitions and joint ventures may negatively and adversely impact our growth, profitability and results of
operations.
Risks associated with joint venture investments may adversely affect our business and financial results.
We have entered into several joint ventures and we may enter into additional joint ventures in the future. Our joint venture partners
may at any time have economic, business or legal interests or goals that are inconsistent with our goals or with the goals of the
joint venture. In addition, we may compete against our joint venture partners in certain of our other markets. Disagreements with
our business partners may impede our ability to maximize the benefits of our partnerships. Our joint venture arrangements may
require us, among other matters, to pay certain costs or to make certain capital investments or to seek our joint venture partner’s
consent to take certain actions. In addition, our joint venture partners may be unable or unwilling to meet their economic or other
obligations under the operative documents, and we may be required to either fulfill those obligations alone to ensure the ongoing
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success of a joint venture or to dissolve and liquidate a joint venture. These risks could result in a material adverse effect on our
business and financial results.
We are subject to business continuity risks associated with centralization of certain administrative functions.
We have been regionally centralizing certain administrative functions, primarily in North America, Europe and Asia, to improve
efficiency and reduce costs. To the extent that these central locations are disrupted or disabled, key business processes, such as
invoicing, payments and general management operations, could be interrupted, which could have an adverse impact on our business.
A failure of our information technology (IT) and data security infrastructure could adversely impact our business and
operations.
We rely upon the capacity, reliability and security of our IT and data security infrastructure and our ability to expand and continually
update this infrastructure in response to the changing needs of our business. As we implement new systems, they may not perform
as expected. We also face the challenge of supporting our older systems and implementing necessary upgrades. If we experience
a problem with the functioning of an important IT system or a security breach of our IT systems, including during system upgrades
and/or new system implementations, the resulting disruptions could have an adverse effect on our business.
We and certain of our third-party vendors receive and store personal information in connection with our human resources operations
and other aspects of our business. Despite our implementation of security measures, our IT systems, like those of other companies,
are vulnerable to damages from computer viruses, natural disasters, unauthorized access, cyber attack and other similar disruptions.
Any system failure, accident or security breach could result in disruptions to our operations. A material network breach in the
security of our IT systems could include the theft of our intellectual property, trade secrets, customer information, human resources
information or other confidential matter. To the extent that any disruptions or security breach results in a loss or damage to our
data, or an inappropriate disclosure of confidential, proprietary or customer information, it could cause significant damage to our
reputation, affect our relationships with our customers, lead to claims against the Company and ultimately harm our business. In
addition, we may be required to incur significant costs to protect against damage caused by these disruptions or security breaches
in the future.
Our business success depends on attracting and retaining qualified personnel.
Our ability to sustain and grow our business requires us to hire, retain and develop a highly skilled and diverse management team
and workforce. Failure to ensure that we have the leadership capacity with the necessary skill set and experience could impede
our ability to deliver our growth objectives and execute our strategic plan. Organizational and reporting changes as a result of any
future leadership transition, corporate initiatives and our proposed separation into two publicly-traded companies could result in
increased turnover. Additionally, any unplanned turnover or inability to attract and retain key employees could have a negative
effect on our results of operations.
Regulations related to conflict minerals could adversely impact our business.
The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act contains provisions to improve transparency and accountability
concerning the supply of certain minerals, known as conflict minerals, originating from the Democratic Republic of Congo and
adjoining countries. As a result, in August 2012, the SEC adopted annual disclosure and reporting requirements for those companies
who use conflict minerals in their products. Accordingly, we began our reasonable country of origin inquiries in fiscal 2013, with
our initial disclosure relating to conflict minerals occurring in May 2014 and a subsequent disclosure in May 2015. There are costs
associated with complying with these disclosure requirements, including for diligence to determine the sources of conflict minerals
used in our products and other potential changes to products, processes or sources of supply as a consequence of such verification
activities. Our continued compliance with these disclosure rules could adversely affect the sourcing, supply and pricing of materials
used in our products. As there may be only a limited number of suppliers offering "conflict free" conflict minerals, we cannot be
sure that we will be able to obtain necessary conflict minerals from such suppliers in sufficient quantities or at competitive prices,
or that we will be able to satisfy customers who require our products to be conflict free. Also, we may face reputational challenges
if we determine that certain of our products contain minerals not determined to be conflict free or if we are unable to sufficiently
verify the origins for all conflict minerals used in our products through the procedures we may implement.
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Building Efficiency Risks
Failure to comply with regulations due to our contracts with U.S. government entities could adversely affect our business
and results of operations.
Our Building Efficiency business contracts with government entities and is subject to specific rules, regulations and approvals
applicable to government contractors. We are subject to routine audits by the Defense Contract Audit Agency to assure our
compliance with these requirements. Our failure to comply with these or other laws and regulations could result in contract
terminations, suspension or debarment from contracting with the U.S. federal government, civil fines and damages and criminal
prosecution. In addition, changes in procurement policies, budget considerations, unexpected U.S. developments, such as terrorist
attacks, or similar political developments or events abroad that may change the U.S. federal government’s national security defense
posture may adversely affect sales to government entities.
Volatility in commodity prices may adversely affect our results of operations.
Increases in commodity costs negatively impact the profitability of orders in backlog as prices on those orders are fixed; therefore,
in the short-term we cannot adjust for changes in commodity prices. If we are not able to recover commodity cost increases through
price increases to our customers on new orders, then such increases will have an adverse effect on our results of operations.
Additionally, unfavorability in our hedging programs during a period of declining commodity prices could result in lower margins
as we reduce prices to match the market on a fixed commodity cost level.
Conditions in the commercial and residential new construction markets may adversely affect our results of operations.
HVAC equipment sales in the commercial and residential new construction markets correlate to the number of new buildings and
homes that are built. The strength of the commercial and residential markets depends in part on the availability of commercial and
consumer financing for our customers, along with inventory and pricing of existing buildings and homes. If economic and credit
market conditions decline, it may result in a decline in the construction of new commercial buildings and residential housing
construction market. Such conditions could have an adverse effect on our results of operations and result in potential liabilities or
additional costs, including impairment charges.
A variety of other factors could adversely affect the results of operations of our Building Efficiency business.
Any of the following could materially and adversely impact the results of operations of our Building Efficiency business: loss of,
changes in, or failure to perform under guaranteed performance contracts with our major customers; cancellation of, or significant
delays in, projects in our backlog; delays or difficulties in new product development; the potential introduction of similar or superior
technologies; financial instability or market declines of our major component suppliers; the unavailability of raw materials
(primarily steel, copper and electronic components) necessary for production of HVAC equipment; price increases of limited-
source components, products and services that we are unable to pass on to the market; unseasonable weather conditions in various
parts of the world; changes in energy costs or governmental regulations that would decrease the incentive for customers to update
or improve their building control systems; revisions to energy efficiency or refrigerant legislation; and natural or man-made disasters
or losses that impact our ability to deliver products and services to our customers.
Automotive Experience Risks
Unfavorable changes in the condition of the global automotive industry may adversely affect our results of operations.
Our financial performance depends, in part, on conditions in the automotive industry. In fiscal 2015, our largest customers globally
were automobile manufacturers Ford Motor Company (Ford), Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (Chrysler), General Motors
Corporation (GM), Daimler AG and Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota). If automakers experience a decline in the number of new
vehicle sales, we may experience reductions in orders from these customers, incur write-offs of accounts receivable, incur
impairment charges or require additional restructuring actions beyond our current restructuring plans, particularly if any of the
automakers cannot adequately fund their operations or experience financial distress. In addition, such adverse changes could have
a negative impact on our business, financial condition or results of operations.
We are subject to pricing pressure from our automotive customers.
We face significant competitive pressures in our automotive business segments. Because of their purchasing size, our automotive
customers can influence market participants to compete on price terms. If we are not able to offset pricing reductions resulting
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from these pressures by improved operating efficiencies and reduced expenditures, those pricing reductions may have an adverse
impact on our business and result of operations.
Financial distress of the automotive supply chain could harm our results of operations.
Automotive industry conditions could adversely affect the original equipment supplier base. Lower production levels for key
customers, increases in certain raw material, commodity and energy costs and global credit market conditions could result in
financial distress among many companies within the automotive supply base. Financial distress within the supplier base may lead
to commercial disputes and possible supply chain interruptions, which in turn could disrupt our production. In addition, an adverse
industry environment may require us to provide financial support to distressed suppliers or take other measures to ensure
uninterrupted production, which could involve additional costs or risks. If any of these risks materialize, we are likely to incur
losses, or our results of operations, financial position or liquidity could otherwise be adversely affected.
Changes in consumer demand may adversely affect our results of operations.
Increases in energy costs or other factors (e.g., climate change concerns) may shift consumer demand away from motor vehicles
that typically have higher interior content that we supply, such as light trucks, crossover vehicles, minivans and sport utility vehicles,
to smaller vehicles having less interior content. The loss of business with respect to, or a lack of commercial success of, one or
more particular vehicle models for which we are a significant supplier could reduce our sales and harm our profitability, thereby
adversely affecting our results of operations.
We may not be able to successfully negotiate pricing terms with our customers in the Automotive Experience business,
which may adversely affect our results of operations.
We negotiate sales prices annually with our automotive customers. Cost-cutting initiatives that our customers have adopted generally
result in increased downward pressure on pricing. In some cases our customer supply agreements require reductions in component
pricing over the period of production. If we are unable to generate sufficient production cost savings in the future to offset price
reductions, our results of operations may be adversely affected. In particular, large commercial settlements with our customers
may adversely affect our results of operations or cause our financial results to vary on a quarterly basis.
Volatility in commodity prices may adversely affect our results of operations.
Commodity prices can be volatile from year to year. If commodity prices rise, and if we are not able to recover these cost increases
from our customers, these increases will have an adverse effect on our results of operations.
The cyclicality of original equipment automobile production rates may adversely affect the results of operations in our
Automotive Experience business.
The financial performance of our Automotive Experience business is directly related to automotive production by our customers.
Automotive production and sales are highly cyclical and depend on general economic conditions and other factors, including
consumer spending and preferences. An economic decline that results in a reduction in automotive production by our Automotive
Experience customers could have a material adverse impact on our results of operations.
A variety of other factors could adversely affect the results of operations of our Automotive Experience business.
Any of the following could materially and adversely impact the results of operations of our Automotive Experience business: the
loss of, or changes in, automobile supply contracts, sourcing strategies or customer claims with our major customers or suppliers;
start-up expenses associated with new vehicle programs or delays or cancellations of such programs; underutilization of our
manufacturing facilities, which are generally located near, and devoted to, a particular customer’s facility; inability to recover
engineering and tooling costs; market and financial consequences of any recalls that may be required on products that we have
supplied; delays or difficulties in new product development and integration; quantity and complexity of new program launches,
which are subject to our customers’ timing, performance, design and quality standards; interruption of supply of certain single-
source components; the potential introduction of similar or superior technologies; changing nature and prevalence of our joint
ventures and relationships with our strategic business partners; and global overcapacity and vehicle platform proliferation.
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Power Solutions Risks
An inability to successfully respond to competition and pricing pressure from other companies in the Power Solutions
business may adversely impact our business.
Our Power Solutions business competes with a number of major domestic and international manufacturers and distributors of lead-
acid batteries, as well as a large number of smaller, regional competitors. The North American, European and Asian lead-acid
battery markets are highly competitive. The manufacturers in these markets compete on price, quality, technical innovation, service
and warranty. If we are unable to remain competitive and maintain market share in the regions and markets we serve, our business,
financial condition and results of operations may be adversely affected.
We are subject to requirements relating to environmental and safety regulations and environmental remediation matters,
related to the manufacturing and recycling of lead-acid batteries, which could adversely affect our business, results of
operation and reputation.
The Company is subject to numerous federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations governing, among other things,
the solid and hazardous waste storage, treatment and disposal, and remediation of releases of hazardous materials; as it pertains
to lead, the primary material used in the manufacture of lead-acid batteries. Environmental laws and regulations may become more
stringent in the future, which could increase costs of compliance or require the Company to manufacture with alternative
technologies and materials. Because of uncertainties associated with environmental regulation and environmental remediation
activities at sites where we may be liable, future expenses that we may incur to comply with such regulations or remediate identified
sites could be considerably higher than the current or future accrued liability on our consolidated statements of financial position,
which could have a material adverse effect on our business and results of operations, and negatively impact our reputation.
Federal, state and local authorities also regulate a variety of matters, including, but not limited to, health, safety and permitting in
addition to the environmental matters discussed above. New legislation and regulations may require the Company to make material
changes to its operations, resulting in significant increases to the cost of production.
Volatility in commodity prices may adversely affect our results of operations.
Lead is a major component of our lead-acid batteries, and the price of lead may be highly volatile. We attempt to manage the
impact of changing lead prices through the recycling of used batteries returned to us by our aftermarket customers, commercial
terms and commodity hedging programs. Our ability to mitigate the impact of lead price changes can be impacted by many factors,
including customer negotiations, inventory level fluctuations and sales volume/mix changes, any of which could have an adverse
effect on our results of operations.
Additionally, the prices of other commodities, primarily fuel, acid, resin and tin, may be volatile. If other commodity prices rise,
and if we are not able to recover these cost increases through price increases to our customers, such increases will have an adverse
effect on our results of operations. Moreover, the implementation of any price increases to our customers could negatively impact
the demand for our products.
Decreased demand from our customers in the automotive industry may adversely affect our results of operations.
Our financial performance in the Power Solutions business depends, in part, on conditions in the automotive industry. Sales to
OEMs accounted for approximately 26% of the total sales of the Power Solutions business in fiscal 2015. Declines in the North
American, European and Asian automotive production levels could reduce our sales and adversely affect our results of operations.
In addition, if any OEMs reach a point where they cannot fund their operations, we may incur write-offs of accounts receivable,
incur impairment charges or require additional restructuring actions beyond our current restructuring plans, which, if significant,
would have a material adverse effect on our business and results of operations.
A variety of other factors could adversely affect the results of operations of our Power Solutions business.
Any of the following could materially and adversely impact the results of operations of our Power Solutions business: loss of, or
changes in, automobile battery supply contracts with our large original equipment and aftermarket customers; the increasing quality
and useful life of batteries or use of alternative battery technologies, both of which may adversely impact the lead-acid battery
market, including replacement cycle; delays or cancellations of new vehicle programs; market and financial consequences of any
recalls that may be required on our products; delays or difficulties in new product development, including lithium-ion technology;
impact of potential increases in lithium-ion battery volumes on established lead-acid battery volumes as lithium-ion battery
technology grows and costs become more competitive; financial instability or market declines of our customers or suppliers; slower
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than projected market development in emerging markets; interruption of supply of certain single-source components; changing
nature of our joint ventures and relationships with our strategic business partners; unseasonable weather conditions in various
parts of the world; our ability to secure sufficient tolling capacity to recycle batteries; price and availability of battery cores used
in recycling; and the lack of the development of a market for hybrid and electric vehicles.
ITEM 1B
UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
The Company has no unresolved written comments regarding its periodic or current reports from the staff of the SEC.
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ITEM 2
PROPERTIES
At September 30, 2015, the Company conducted its operations in 55 countries throughout the world, with its world headquarters
located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Company’s wholly- and majority-owned facilities, which are listed in the table on the
following pages by business and location, totaled approximately 97 million square feet of floor space and are owned by the Company
except as noted. The facilities primarily consisted of manufacturing, assembly and/or warehouse space. The Company considers
its facilities to be suitable and adequate for their current uses. The majority of the facilities are operating at normal levels based
on capacity.
Building Efficiency
Alabama
Arizona
California
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Kansas
Kentucky
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Dothan (3)
Geneva (3)
Huntsville (2)
Tucson (3)
Mira Loma (2),(3)
Sanger (1)
San Jose (1)
Simi Valley (1),(4)
Largo (1),(3)
Medley (1),(4)
Miami (1),(4)
Tampa (1),(4)
Roswell (1),(4)
Nampa
Elmhurst (1),(4)
Mount Prospect (4)
Lebanon
Rochester (3)
Lenexa (1),(4)
Parson (3)
Wichita (2),(3)
Lexington (1),(3)
Louisville (2),(3)
Baltimore (1),(4)
Capitol Heights (1),(4)
Rossville (1)
Sparks (1),(4)
Lynnfield (4)
Turners Falls (1)
Grand Rapids (1),(4)
Sterling Heights (1),(4)
Fridley (3)
Plymouth (1),(4)
Hattiesburg (1)
Olive Branch
Albany
Grandview (4)
St. Louis (1),(4)
Hainesport (1),(4)
Sanford
Tarboro
Cincinnati (3)
Clayton
Dayton (4)
Norman (3)
Ponca City (1)
Portland (1),(4)
Audubon (1),(4)
East Greenville (1),(3)
Waynesboro (3)
York (1)
Carrollton (1),(3)
Coppell (1)
El Paso (2)
Houston (1),(3)
Irving (4)
Plano (1),(4)
Richardson (1),(4)
San Antonio
Fife (1),(4)
Milwaukee (2),(4)
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
New Jersey
North Carolina
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Texas
Washington
Wisconsin
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Austria
Belgium
Brazil
Canada
China
Denmark
France
Germany
Hong Kong
India
Alabama
Georgia
Illinois
Kentucky
Michigan
Milan (1),(3)
Tokyo (1),(4)
Macau (1),(4)
Petaling Jaya (1),(4)
Shah Alam
Apodaca (1),(3)
Cienega de Flores (1)
Durango
Juarez (2),(3)
Mexicali (1)
Monterrey (1),(4)
Ojinaga (1)
Reynosa (3)
Santa Catarina (1),(3)
Dordrecht (3)
Gorinchem (1),(3)
Moscow (1),(3)
Isando (1),(4)
Amphur Kabinburi (1),(3)
Samut Sakhon (1),(4)
Manisa (1)
Dubai (1)
Bridgnorth (3)
Whitstable (3)
Eldon (2)
Riverside (1)
Bryan
Greenfield
Northwood
Wauseon
Athens
Lexington (3)
Murfreesboro
Pulaski (1)
El Paso (1)
San Antonio (1)
Building Efficiency (continued)
Vienna (4)
Diegem (1),(4)
Curitiba (1),(4)
Ajax (1),(3)
Markham (2),(4)
Nobel (1)
Oakville (1),(4)
Prescott (1)
Beijing (1),(4)
Qingyuan (2),(3)
Suzhou (1),(3)
Wuxi (3)
Hojbjerg (3)
Hornslet (2),(3)
Viby (3)
Carquefou Cedex (2),(3)
Colombes (1),(3)
Essen (1),(3)
Hamburg (1),(3)
Mannheim (1),(3)
Hong Kong (1),(3)
Bangalore (1)
Gurgaon (1),(3)
Mumbai (1),(4)
Bessemer (1)
Clanton
Eastaboga
McCalla (1)
West Point (1)
Sycamore
Cadiz
Georgetown (2)
Louisville (1)
Shelbyville (1)
Winchester (1)
Auburn Hills (1)
Battle Creek
Cascade (1)
Detroit
Highland Park (1)
Holland (2),(3)
Lansing (2)
Monroe (1)
Plymouth (2),(4)
Romulus (1)
Taylor (1)
Warren (1)
Zeeland (1)
Italy
Japan
Macau
Malaysia
Mexico
Netherlands
Russia
South Africa
Thailand
Turkey
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
Automotive Experience
Missouri
Ohio
Tennessee
Texas
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Boblingen (1)
Bochum (2)
Bremen (1)
Burscheid (2),(4)
Dautphe
Espelkamp
Grefrath
Grossbottwar (1)
Hilchenbach (1)
Kaiserslautern
Luneburg
Mannweiler (1)
Markgroningen (2)
Neuenburg (1)
Neuss (1),(4)
Neustadt
Rastatt (1)
Remscheid (1)
Rockenhausen
Saarlouis (1)
Solingen (3)
Ueberherrn
Waghausel
Wuppertal (1),(3)
Zwickau (1)
Mezolak
Mor
Papa (1)
Dharwad (1)
Pune (2),(3)
Bekasi (1)
Purwakarta (1)
Argentina
Buenos Aires (1)
Germany
Automotive Experience (continued)
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Brazil
Canada
China
Czech Republic
France
Rosario
Adelaide (1)
Graz (1)
Mandling
Assenede (1)
Pouso Alegre
Quatro Barras (2)
Santo Andre (1)
Sao Bernardo do Campo
Sao Jose dos Pinhais (1)
Milton
Mississauga (1)
Tillsonburg
Whitby (2)
Guangzhou (2)
Shanghai (1),(3)
Shenyang (1)
Wuhu (2)
Bezdecin (1)
Ceska Lipa (4)
Mlada Boleslav (1)
Roudnice
Rychnov (1)
Strakonice
Straz pod Ralskem
Zatec
Conflans-sur-Lanterne
Fesches-le-Chatel (1)
Laroque D'Olmes
Rosny
Strasbourg
Hungary
India
Indonesia
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Automotive Experience (continued)
Italy
Japan
Korea
Malaysia
Mexico
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Grugliasco (1)
Melfi
Ogliastro Cilento
Rocca D'Evandro
Hamamatsu
Higashiomi
Yokohama (1),(4)
Yokosuka (2)
Ansan (1),(4)
Asan
Melaka (1)
Pekan (1)
Selangor Darul Ehsan
Coahuila (1)
El Marquez (3)
Juarez
Lerma (1)
Matamaros (1)
Monclova
Puebla (1)
Ramos Arizpe
Saltillo (2)
Tlaxcala
Toluca (1)
Bierun
Siemianowice
Skarbimierz (1)
Swiebodzin
Zory
Palmela
Bradu
Craiova (1)
Jimbolia
Mioveni (1)
Pitesti (1)
Ploesti
Timisoara (1)
Russia
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
Sweden
Thailand
Turkey
St. Petersburg (2)
Togliatti (1)
Bratislava (1),(4)
Kostany nad Turcom (2)
Lozorno (1)
Lucenec
Namestovo (1)
Trencin (1),(4)
Zilina (2)
Novo Mesto (1)
Slovenj Gradec
East London (1)
Johannesburg
Port Elizabeth (1)
Pretoria
Swartkops (1)
Uitenhage (1)
Wynberg (1)
Abrera
Alagon
Almussafes (1)
Pedrola
Redondela (1)
Valladolid
Goteburg (1)
Chonburi (1)
Rayong
Bursa (1)
Kocaeli
United Kingdom
Birmingham
Burton-Upon-Trent
Ellesmere Port (1)
Garston (1)
Liverpool (1),(3)
Sunderland
Telford (1)
Wednesbury
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Arizona
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kentucky
Michigan
Missouri
North Carolina
Ohio
Oregon
South Carolina
Texas
Wisconsin
Yuma (3)
Middletown (3)
Tampa (3)
Columbus (1)
Geneva (3)
Ft. Wayne (3)
Red Oak (3)
Florence (2),(3)
Holland (3)
St. Joseph (2),(3)
Kernersville (3)
Toledo (3)
Canby (2),(3)
Florence (3)
Oconee (2),(3)
San Antonio (3)
Milwaukee (4)
Wisconsin
Milwaukee (2),(4)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Leased facility
Includes both leased and owned facilities
Includes both administrative and manufacturing facilities
Administrative facility only
Power Solutions
Austria
Brazil
China
Colombia
Czech Republic
France
Germany
Korea
Mexico
Peru
Spain
Sweden
Corporate
China
Mexico
Singapore
Slovakia
Vienna (1),(3)
Sorocaba (3)
Changxing (3)
Chongqing (3)
Shanghai (2),(3)
Yumbo (2),(3)
Ceska Lipa (2),(3)
Rouen
Sarreguemines (3)
Hannover (3)
Krautscheid (3)
Zwickau (2),(3)
Gumi (2),(3)
Celaya
Cienega de Flores (2)
Escobedo
Garcia
San Pedro (1),(4)
Tlalnepantla (1),(4)
Torreon
Lima (1),(4)
Burgos
Guadalajara (1)
Guadamar del Segura
Ibi (3)
Hultsfred
Dalian (1),(4)
Shanghai (2),(4)
Monterrey (1),(4)
Singapore (1),(4)
Bratislava (1),(4)
In addition to the above listing, which identifies large properties (greater than 25,000 square feet), there are approximately 541
Building Efficiency branch offices and other administrative offices located in major cities throughout the world. These offices are
primarily leased facilities and vary in size in proportion to the volume of business in the particular locality.
ITEM 3
LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
As noted in Item 1, liabilities potentially arise globally under various environmental laws and worker safety laws for activities
that are not in compliance with such laws and for the cleanup of sites where Company-related substances have been released into
the environment.
Currently, the Company is responding to allegations that it is responsible for performing environmental remediation, or for the
repayment of costs spent by governmental entities or others performing remediation, at approximately 38 sites in the United States.
Many of these sites are landfills used by the Company in the past for the disposal of waste materials; others are secondary lead
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smelters and lead recycling sites where the Company returned lead-containing materials for recycling; a few involve the cleanup
of Company manufacturing facilities; and the remaining fall into miscellaneous categories. The Company may face similar claims
of liability at additional sites in the future. Where potential liabilities are alleged, the Company pursues a course of action intended
to mitigate them.
The Company accrues for potential environmental liabilities when it is probable a liability has been incurred and the amount of
the liability is reasonably estimable. Reserves for environmental liabilities totaled $23 million and $24 million at September 30,
2015 and 2014, respectively. The Company reviews the status of its environmental sites on a quarterly basis and adjusts its reserves
accordingly. Such potential liabilities accrued by the Company do not take into consideration possible recoveries of future insurance
proceeds. They do, however, take into account the likely share other parties will bear at remediation sites. It is difficult to estimate
the Company’s ultimate level of liability at many remediation sites due to the large number of other parties that may be involved,
the complexity of determining the relative liability among those parties, the uncertainty as to the nature and scope of the
investigations and remediation to be conducted, the uncertainty in the application of law and risk assessment, the various choices
and costs associated with diverse technologies that may be used in corrective actions at the sites, and the often quite lengthy periods
over which eventual remediation may occur. Nevertheless, the Company does not currently believe that any claims, penalties or
costs in connection with known environmental matters will have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial position,
results of operations or cash flows. In addition, the Company has identified asset retirement obligations for environmental matters
that are expected to be addressed at the retirement, disposal, removal or abandonment of existing owned facilities, primarily in
the Power Solutions business. At September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company recorded conditional asset retirement obligations
of $59 million and $52 million, respectively.
In June 2013, the Company self-reported to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ)
alleged Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) violations related to its Building Efficiency marine business in China dating back
to 2007. These allegations were isolated to the Company’s marine business in China which had annual sales ranging from $20
million to $50 million during this period. The Company, under the oversight of its Audit Committee and Board of Directors,
proactively initiated an investigation into this matter with the assistance of external legal counsel and external forensic accountants.
In connection with this investigation, the Company has made and continues to evaluate certain enhancements to its FCPA compliance
program. The Company continues to fully cooperate with the SEC and the DOJ, including engaging in discussions regarding the
resolution of the matter, which are ongoing. The Company does not anticipate any material adverse effect on its business or financial
condition as a result of this matter.
An investigation by the European Commission (EC) related to European lead recyclers’ procurement practices is currently
underway, with the Company one of several named companies subject to review. On June 24, 2015, the EC initiated proceedings
and adopted a statement of objections alleging infringements of competition rules in Europe against the Company and certain other
companies. We will continue to cooperate with the EC in their proceedings and do not anticipate any material adverse effect on
our business or financial condition. The Company’s policy is to comply with antitrust and competition laws and, if a violation of
any such laws is found, to take appropriate remedial action and to cooperate fully with any related governmental inquiry. Competition
and antitrust law investigations may continue for several years and can result in substantial fines depending on the gravity and
duration of the violations.
The Company is involved in various lawsuits, claims and proceedings incident to the operation of its businesses, including those
pertaining to product liability, environmental, safety and health, intellectual property, employment, commercial and contractual
matters, and various other casualty matters. Although the outcome of litigation cannot be predicted with certainty and some lawsuits,
claims or proceedings may be disposed of unfavorably by us, it is management's opinion that none of these will have a material
adverse effect on the Company's financial position, results of operations or cash flows. Costs related to such matters were not
material to the periods presented.
ITEM 4
MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
Not applicable.
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT
Pursuant to General Instruction G(3) of Form 10-K, the following list of executive officers of the Company as of November 18,
2015 is included as an unnumbered Item in Part I of this report in lieu of being included in the Company’s Proxy Statement relating
to the Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held on January 27, 2016.
Michael K. Bartschat, 53, was elected a Vice President and named Chief Procurement Officer in July 2014. He previously
served as Group Vice President and General Manager, Metals and Mechanisms, Automotive Seating from 2013 to 2014, as
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Group Vice President and General Manager, Trim and Fabrics, Automotive Seating from 2011 to 2012 and as Group Vice
President, Global Purchasing from 2004 to 2011. Mr. Bartschat joined the Company in 2004.
Beda Bolzenius, 59, was elected a Vice President in November 2005 and has served as President, Automotive Experience
since May 2014. He previously served as Vice Chairman - Asia Pacific from 2014 to November 2015, as President, Automotive
Seating from 2012 to 2014, and as President of the Automotive Experience business from 2006 to 2012. Dr. Bolzenius joined
the Company in 2004.
Brian J. Cadwallader, 56, was elected a Vice President in January 2014 and named General Counsel and Secretary in
October 2014. He previously served as Assistant Secretary in 2014, as Assistant General Counsel from 2011 to 2014 and as
Group Vice President and General Counsel, Building Efficiency from 2010 to 2011. Prior to joining the Company in 2010,
Mr. Cadwallader served as Associate General Counsel, International Business and Shared Services of International Paper
Company (a paper and packaging company) from 2009 to 2010.
Grady L. Crosby, 49, was elected Vice President, Public Affairs and named Chief Diversity Officer in October 2014. He
previously served as Vice President and Global General Counsel, Power Solutions from 2013 to 2014, as Vice President and
General Counsel, Power Solutions Americas and Global Aftermarket from 2012 to 2013 and as Vice President and General
Counsel, Power Solutions Americas from 2011 to 2012. Prior to joining the Company in 2011, Mr. Crosby served as Associate
General Counsel of Hanesbrands Inc. (an apparel manufacturer and marketer) from 2005 to 2011.
Simon Davis, 51, was elected a Vice President in May 2014 and named Chief Human Resources Officer in September
2015. He previously served as Assistant Chief Human Resources Officer from 2014 to September 2015, as Vice President,
Talent Strategy & Organizational Excellence from 2011 to 2014 and as Vice President - Human Resources, Power Solutions
from 2007 to 2011. Mr. Davis joined the Company in 1997.
Susan F. Davis, 62, was elected an Executive Vice President in September 2006 and named Executive Vice President -
Asia Pacific in September 2015. She previously served as Chief Human Resources Officer from 2014 to September 2015 and
as Executive Vice President of Human Resources from 2006 to 2014. Ms. Davis joined the Company in 1983. Ms. Davis is
a Director of Quanex Building Products Corporation (building products manufacturer), where she is the Chairwoman of the
Compensation and Management Development Committee and serves on the Nominating and Corporate Governance
Committee.
William C. Jackson, 55, was elected a Vice President and named President, Building Efficiency in September 2014. He
previously served as Executive Vice President, Corporate Development from 2013 to 2014, as President - Automotive
Electronics & Interiors from 2012 to 2014, and as Executive Vice President, Operations and Innovation, from 2011 to 2013.
Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Jackson was Vice President and President of Automotive at Sears Holdings Corporation,
(an integrated retailer) from 2009 to 2010. Mr. Jackson is a Director of Metaldyne Performance Group, Inc. (metal-forming
technology manufacturing company), where he serves on the Compensation Committee.
R. Bruce McDonald, 55, was elected Vice Chairman in September 2014 and has served as an Executive Vice President
since September 2006. He previously served as Chief Financial Officer from 2005 to 2014. Mr. McDonald joined the Company
in 2001. Mr. McDonald is a Director of Dana Holding Corporation (provider of high technology driveline, sealing and thermal-
management products), where he serves on the Audit Committee and Compensation Committee.
Kim Metcalf-Kupres, 54, was elected a Vice President and named Chief Marketing Officer in May 2013. She previously
served as Vice President, Strategy, Marketing and Sales, Power Solutions from 2007 to 2013. Ms. Metcalf-Kupres joined the
Company in 1994.
Alex A. Molinaroli, 56, was elected Chief Executive Officer and President effective October 2013. He also serves as the
Company’s Principal Executive Officer. He was also elected Chairman of the Board of Directors in January 2014 and has
served as a Director since October 2013. He previously served as Vice Chairman from January 2013 to October 2013, as a
Corporate Vice President from 2004 to 2013 and as President of the Company’s Power Solutions business from 2007 to 2013.
Mr. Molinaroli joined the Company in 1983.
Brian J. Stief, 59, was elected an Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer in September 2014. He also serves
as the Company’s Principal Financial Officer. He previously served as Vice President and Corporate Controller from 2010 to
2014. Prior to joining the Company in 2010, Mr. Stief was a partner with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (an audit and assurance,
tax and consulting services provider), which he joined in 1979 and in which he became partner in 1989.
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Suzanne M. Vincent, 45, was elected a Vice President and Corporate Controller in September 2014. She also serves as the
Company’s Principal Accounting Officer. She previously served as Vice President, Internal Audit since joining the Company
in 2012. Prior to joining the Company, Ms. Vincent was a partner with KPMG LLP (an audit and assurance, tax and consulting
services provider), which she joined in 2001 and in which she became an audit partner in 2008.
Frank A. Voltolina, 55, was elected a Vice President and Corporate Treasurer in July 2003 when he joined the Company.
Joseph A. Walicki, 50, was elected a Vice President and named President, Power Solutions in January 2015. He previously
served as the Chief Operating Officer, Power Solutions in 2014, as Vice President and General Manager - North America,
Systems, Service & Solutions from 2013 to 2014, and as Vice President and General Manager Systems & Channels North
America from 2010 to 2013. Mr. Walicki joined the Company in 1988.
Jeff M. Williams, 54, was elected Vice President - Enterprise Operations and Engineering in January 2015. He previously
served as Group Vice President and General Manager Complete Seat & Supply Chain in 2014, as Group Vice President and
General Manager Product Group Global Seating from 2012 to 2014, and as Group Vice President and General Manager
Customer Group Americas from 2010 to 2012. Mr. Williams joined the Company in 1984.
There are no family relationships, as defined by the instructions to this item, among the Company’s executive officers.
All officers are elected for terms that expire on the date of the meeting of the Board of Directors following the Annual Meeting
of Shareholders or until their successors are duly-elected and qualified or until their earlier resignation or removal.
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PART II
ITEM 5
MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
The shares of the Company’s common stock are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "JCI."
Title of Class
Common Stock, $1.00 par value
Number of Record Holders
as of September 30, 2015
35,425
First Quarter
Second Quarter
Third Quarter
Fourth Quarter
Year
Common Stock Price Range
Dividends
2015
2014
2015
2014
$ 38.60 - 50.92
$ 39.42 - 51.90
$
44.32 - 52.00
49.14 - 54.52
38.48 - 51.85
43.85 - 52.50
43.16 - 50.71
43.74 - 51.60
$ 38.48 - 54.52
$ 39.42 - 52.50
$
0.26
0.26
0.26
0.26
1.04
$
$
0.22
0.22
0.22
0.22
0.88
In November 2012, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized a stock repurchase program to acquire up to $500 million of the
Company’s outstanding common stock, which supersedes any prior programs. In September 2013, the Company’s Board of
Directors authorized up to an additional $500 million in stock repurchases of the Company’s outstanding common stock, and in
November 2013, the Company's Board of Directors authorized an additional $3.0 billion under the stock repurchase program, both
incremental to prior authorizations. Stock repurchases under the stock repurchase program may be made through open market,
privately negotiated, or structured transactions or otherwise at times and in such amounts as Company management deems
appropriate. The stock repurchase program does not have an expiration date and may be amended or terminated by the Board of
Directors at any time without prior notice. The Company spent $1,362 million on repurchases under the stock repurchase program
in fiscal 2015.
The Company entered into an Equity Swap Agreement, dated March 13, 2009, with Citibank, N.A. (Citibank). The Company
selectively uses equity swaps to reduce market risk associated with its stock-based compensation plans, such as its deferred
compensation plans. These equity compensation liabilities increase as the Company’s stock price increases and decrease as the
Company’s stock price decreases. In contrast, the value of the Equity Swap Agreement moves in the opposite direction of these
liabilities, allowing the Company to fix a portion of the liabilities at a stated amount.
In connection with the Equity Swap Agreement, Citibank may purchase unlimited shares of the Company’s stock in the market
or in privately negotiated transactions. The Company disclaims that Citibank is an "affiliated purchaser" of the Company as such
term is defined in Rule 10b-18(a)(3) under the Securities Exchange Act or that Citibank is purchasing any shares for the Company.
The Equity Swap Agreement has no stated expiration date. The net effect of the change in fair value of the Equity Swap Agreement
and the change in equity compensation liabilities was not material to the Company’s earnings for the three months ended
September 30, 2015.
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The following table presents information regarding the repurchase of the Company’s common stock by the Company as part of
the publicly announced program and purchases of the Company’s common stock by Citibank in connection with the Equity Swap
Agreement during the three months ended September 30, 2015.
Period
7/1/15 - 7/31/15
Purchases by Company
8/1/15 - 8/31/15
Purchases by Company
9/1/15 - 9/30/15
Purchases by Company
7/1/15 - 7/31/15
Purchases by Citibank
8/1/15 - 8/31/15
Purchases by Citibank
9/1/15 - 9/30/15
Purchases by Citibank
Total Number of
Shares Purchased
Average Price Paid
per Share
Total Number of
Shares Purchased as
Part of the Publicly
Announced Program
Approximate Dollar
Value of Shares that
May Yet be
Purchased under the
Programs
1,282,989
$44.11
1,282,989
$1,344,041,748
6,627,266
$46.02
6,627,266
$1,039,079,297
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
$1,039,079,297
NA
NA
NA
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The following information in Item 5 is not deemed to be "soliciting material" or to be "filed" with the SEC or subject to Regulation
14A or 14C under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Exchange Act) or to the liabilities of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, and
will not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except
to the extent the Company specifically incorporates it by reference into such a filing.
The line graph below compares the cumulative total shareholder return on our Common Stock with the cumulative total return of
companies on the Standard & Poor’s (S&P’s) 500 Stock Index and companies in our Diversified Industrials Peer Group.* This
graph assumes the investment of $100 on September 30, 2010 and the reinvestment of all dividends since that date.
The Company’s transfer agent’s contact information is as follows:
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
Shareowner Services Department
P.O. Box 64874
St. Paul, MN 55164-0874
(877) 602-7397
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ITEM 6
SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA
The following selected financial data reflects the results of operations, financial position data and common share information for
the fiscal years ended September 30, 2011 through September 30, 2015 (dollars in millions, except per share data). Certain amounts
have been revised to reflect the retrospective application of the classification of the Building Efficiency Global Workplace Solutions
(GWS) segment as a discontinued operation for all periods presented.
OPERATING RESULTS
Net sales
Segment income (1)
Income from continuing operations attributable to Johnson
Controls, Inc. (6)
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
Earnings per share from continuing operations (6)
Basic
Diluted
Return on average shareholders’ equity attributable to
Johnson Controls, Inc. (2) (6)
Capital expenditures
Depreciation and amortization
Number of employees
FINANCIAL POSITION
Working capital (3)
Total assets
Long-term debt
Total debt
Year ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
2012
2011
$ 37,179
$ 38,749
$ 37,145
$ 36,310
$ 35,390
3,258
2,721
2,511
2,227
2,088
1,439
1,563
1,404
1,215
992
1,178
1,003
1,184
1,317
1,415
$
$
2.20
2.18
2.11
2.08
$
1.45
1.44
$
$
1.47
1.46
1.94
1.92
13%
12%
8%
9%
12%
$
1,135
$
1,199
$
1,377
$
1,831
$
1,325
860
955
952
824
731
139,000
168,000
170,000
170,000
162,000
$
853
$
971
$
1,062
$
2,370
$
1,701
29,673
5,745
6,610
32,804
6,357
6,680
11,311
31,518
4,560
5,498
12,314
30,954
5,321
6,068
11,625
29,788
4,533
5,146
11,154
Shareholders' equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
10,376
Total debt to capitalization (4)
Net book value per share (5)
COMMON SHARE INFORMATION
Dividends per share
Market prices
High
Low
Weighted average shares (in millions)
Basic
Diluted
Number of shareholders
39%
37%
31%
34%
32%
$
16.03
$
17.00
$
17.99
$
17.04
$
16.40
$
$
1.04
54.52
38.48
$
$
0.88
52.50
39.42
$
$
0.76
43.49
24.75
$
$
0.72
35.95
23.37
$
$
0.64
42.92
25.91
655.2
661.5
35,425
666.9
674.8
36,687
683.7
689.2
38,067
681.5
688.6
40,019
677.7
689.9
43,340
(1)
(2)
Segment income is calculated as income from continuing operations before income taxes and noncontrolling interests
excluding net financing charges, significant restructuring and impairment costs, and net mark-to-market adjustments on
pension and postretirement plans.
Return on average shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. (ROE) represents income from continuing
operations attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. divided by average shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls,
Inc.
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(3) Working capital is defined as current assets less current liabilities, excluding cash, short-term debt, the current portion of
long-term debt, and the current portion of assets and liabilities held for sale.
(4)
(5)
(6)
Total debt to total capitalization represents total debt divided by the sum of total debt and shareholders’ equity attributable
to Johnson Controls, Inc.
Net book value per share represents shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. divided by the number of
common shares outstanding at the end of the period.
Income from continuing operations attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. includes $397 million, $324 million, $903 million
and $271 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs in fiscal year 2015, 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
It also includes $422 million, $237 million, $(407) million, $494 million and $310 million of net mark-to-market charges
(gains) on pension and postretirement plans in fiscal year 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. The preceding
amounts are stated on a pre-tax basis.
ITEM 7
General
MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS
OF OPERATIONS
The Company operates in three primary businesses: Building Efficiency, Automotive Experience and Power Solutions. Building
Efficiency provides facility systems and services including comfort and energy management for the residential and non-residential
buildings markets. Automotive Experience designs and manufactures interior products and systems for passenger cars and light
trucks, including vans, pick-up trucks and sport/crossover utility vehicles. Power Solutions designs and manufactures automotive
batteries for the replacement and original equipment markets.
This discussion summarizes the significant factors affecting the consolidated operating results, financial condition and liquidity
of the Company for the three-year period ended September 30, 2015. This discussion should be read in conjunction with Item 8,
the consolidated financial statements and the notes to consolidated financial statements.
At March 31, 2015, the Company determined that its Building Efficiency Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) segment met the
criteria to be classified as a discontinued operation, which required retrospective application to financial information for all periods
presented. Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information
regarding the Company's discontinued operations.
Outlook
On October 29, 2015, the Company gave a preliminary outlook of its market and financial expectations for fiscal 2016, saying
that it expects fiscal 2016 first quarter earnings from continuing operations, excluding transaction, integration, separation and non-
recurring items, to be $0.80-$0.83 per diluted share. The Company will provide further detailed fiscal 2016 guidance at an analyst
meeting on December 1, 2015, which will be accessible to the public in a manner that the Company will disclose in advance.
On July 24, 2015, the Company announced its intent to pursue a separation of the Automotive Experience business through a spin-
off to shareholders. The proposed spin-off is subject to various conditions, is complex in nature, and may be affected by unanticipated
developments, credit and equity markets, or changes in market conditions. Completion of the proposed spin-off will be contingent
upon customary closing conditions, including final approval from our Board of Directors.
On October 1, 2015, the Company formed a joint venture with Hitachi to expand its Building Efficiency product offerings.
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FISCAL YEAR 2015 COMPARED TO FISCAL YEAR 2014
Net Sales
(in millions)
Net sales
Year Ended
September 30,
2015
2014
Change
$
37,179
$
38,749
-4%
The decrease in consolidated net sales was due to the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($2.5 billion) and lower
sales in the Automotive Experience business ($344 million), partially offset by higher sales in the Building Efficiency business
($839 million) and Power Solutions business ($408 million). Excluding the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation,
consolidated net sales increased 2% as compared to the prior year. The favorable impacts of higher Automotive Experience volumes
globally, incremental sales related to the prior year acquisition of ADT in the Building Efficiency business, higher Building
Efficiency volumes in North America and the Middle East markets, and higher global battery shipments and favorable product
mix in the Power Solutions business, were partially offset by the deconsolidation of the majority of the Automotive Experience
Interiors business on July 2, 2015. The incremental sales related to business acquisitions were $751 million across the Building
Efficiency and Automotive Experience segments. Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of net sales
by segment.
Cost of Sales / Gross Profit
(in millions)
Cost of sales
Gross profit
% of sales
Year Ended
September 30,
2015
2014
Change
$
30,732
$
6,447
17.3%
32,444
6,305
16.3%
-5%
2%
The decrease in cost of sales year over year corresponds to the sales decrease described above. Foreign currency translation had
a favorable impact on cost of sales of approximately $2.2 billion. Gross profit in the Building Efficiency business was favorably
impacted by incremental gross profit related to the ADT acquisition, favorable margin rates, prior year contract related charges in
the Middle East and higher market demand in North America. Gross profit in the Power Solutions business was favorably impacted
by higher volumes and lower operating costs. Gross profit in the Automotive Experience business was favorably impacted by
higher volumes globally, lower purchasing costs and favorable commercial settlements, partially offset by higher operating costs
and unfavorable mix. Net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans had a net unfavorable year over year
impact on cost of sales of $113 million ($156 million charge in fiscal 2015 compared to a $43 million charge in fiscal 2014)
primarily due to unfavorable U.S. investment returns versus expectations and the adoption of new mortality rate changes in the
U.S. in the current year. Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of segment income by segment.
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
(in millions)
2015
2014
Change
Selling, general and administrative expenses
$
3,986
$
4,216
-5%
% of sales
10.7%
10.9%
Year Ended
September 30,
Selling, general and administrative expenses (SG&A) decreased by $230 million year over year, and SG&A as a percentage of
sales decreased 20 basis points. Net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans had a net unfavorable year
over year impact on SG&A of $72 million ($266 million charge in fiscal 2015 compared to a $194 million charge in fiscal 2014)
primarily due to unfavorable U.S. investment returns versus expectations and the adoption of new mortality rate changes in the
U.S. in the current year. The Automotive Experience business SG&A decreased primarily due to gains on business divestitures, a
prior year net loss on business divestitures, lower engineering expenses and lower employee related costs, partially offset by
transaction, integration and separation costs. The Building Efficiency business SG&A increased primarily due to incremental
SG&A related to the prior year acquisition of ADT, current year transaction and integration costs, and higher investments. The
Power Solutions business SG&A increased primarily due to higher employee related expenses. Foreign currency translation had
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a favorable impact on SG&A of $189 million. Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of segment
income by segment.
Restructuring and Impairment Costs
(in millions)
2015
2014
Change
Restructuring and impairment costs
$
397
$
324
23%
Year Ended
September 30,
Refer to Note 16, "Significant Restructuring and Impairment Costs," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further
disclosure related to the Company's restructuring plans.
Net Financing Charges
(in millions)
Net financing charges
2015
2014
Change
$
288
$
244
18%
Year Ended
September 30,
Net financing charges increased in fiscal 2015 as compared to fiscal 2014 primarily due to higher average borrowing levels related
to the acquisition of ADT and the share repurchase program.
Equity Income
(in millions)
Equity income
Year Ended
September 30,
2015
2014
Change
$
375
$
395
-5%
The decrease in equity income was primarily due to prior year gains on acquisitions of partially-owned affiliates in the Power
Solutions business ($19 million) and Building Efficiency business ($19 million), partially offset by higher current year income at
certain Automotive Experience partially-owned affiliates. Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of
segment income by segment.
Income Tax Provision
(in millions)
Income tax provision
2015
2014
Change
$
600
$
407
47%
Year Ended
September 30,
The effective rate is below the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2015 primarily due to the benefits of continuing global tax planning
initiatives, income in certain non-U.S. jurisdictions with a tax rate lower than the U.S. statutory tax rate and adjustments due to
tax audit resolutions, partially offset by the tax consequences of business divestitures, and significant restructuring and impairment
costs. The effective rate is below the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2014 primarily due to the benefits of continuing global tax
planning initiatives and income in certain non-U.S. jurisdictions with a tax rate lower than the U.S. statutory tax rate partially
offset by the tax consequences of business divestitures, significant restructuring and impairment costs, and valuation allowance
adjustments. Refer to Note 18, "Income Taxes," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further details.
Valuation Allowances
The Company reviews the realizability of its deferred tax asset valuation allowances on a quarterly basis, or whenever events or
changes in circumstances indicate that a review is required. In determining the requirement for a valuation allowance, the historical
and projected financial results of the legal entity or consolidated group recording the net deferred tax asset are considered, along
with any other positive or negative evidence. Since future financial results may differ from previous estimates, periodic adjustments
to the Company’s valuation allowances may be necessary.
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In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015, the Company performed an analysis related to the realizability of its worldwide deferred tax
assets. As a result, and after considering tax planning initiatives and other positive and negative evidence, the Company determined
that it was more likely than not that certain deferred tax assets primarily within Spain, Germany and the United Kingdom would
not be realized and it is more likely than not that certain deferred tax assets of Poland and Germany will be realized. The impact
of the net valuation allowance provision offset the benefit of valuation allowance releases and, as such, there was no net impact
to income tax expense in the three month period ended September 30, 2015.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company performed an analysis related to the realizability of its worldwide deferred tax
assets. As a result, and after considering tax planning initiatives and other positive and negative evidence, the Company determined
that it was more likely than not that deferred tax assets within Italy would not be realized. Therefore, the Company recorded $34
million of net valuation allowances as income tax expense in the three month period ended September 30, 2014.
In the first quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company determined that it was more likely than not that the deferred tax asset associated
with a capital loss in Mexico would not be utilized. Therefore, the Company recorded a $21 million valuation allowance as income
tax expense.
Uncertain Tax Positions
The Company is subject to income taxes in the U.S. and numerous foreign jurisdictions. Judgment is required in determining its
worldwide provision for income taxes and recording the related assets and liabilities. In the ordinary course of the Company’s
business, there are many transactions and calculations where the ultimate tax determination is uncertain. The Company is regularly
under audit by tax authorities.
During fiscal 2015, the Company settled a significant number of tax examinations in Germany, Mexico and the U.S., impacting
fiscal years 1998 to fiscal 2012. The settlement of unrecognized tax benefits included cash payments for approximately $440
million and the loss of various tax attributes. The reduction for tax positions of prior years is substantially related to foreign
exchange rates. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015, income tax audit resolutions resulted in a net $99 million benefit to income
tax expense.
The Company’s federal income tax returns and certain non-U.S. income tax returns for various fiscal years remain under various
stages of audit by the IRS and respective non-U.S. tax authorities. Although the outcome of tax audits is always uncertain,
management believes that it has appropriate support for the positions taken on its tax returns and that its annual tax provisions
included amounts sufficient to pay assessments, if any, which may be proposed by the taxing authorities. At September 30, 2015,
the Company had recorded a liability for its best estimate of the probable loss on certain of its tax positions, the majority of which
is included in other noncurrent liabilities in the consolidated statements of financial position. Nonetheless, the amounts ultimately
paid, if any, upon resolution of the issues raised by the taxing authorities may differ materially from the amounts accrued for each
year.
Other Tax Matters
During fiscal 2015 and 2014, the Company incurred significant charges for restructuring and impairment costs. Refer to Note 16,
"Significant Restructuring and Impairment Costs," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional information. A
substantial portion of these charges cannot be benefited for tax purposes due to our current tax position in these jurisdictions and
the underlying tax basis in the impaired assets, resulting in $52 million and $75 million incremental tax expense in fiscal 2015
and 2014, respectively.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015, the Company completed its global automotive interiors joint venture with Yanfeng Automotive
Trim Systems. Refer to Note 2, "Acquisitions and Divestitures," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional
information. In connection with the divestiture of the Interiors business, the Company recorded a pre-tax gain on divestiture of
$145 million, $38 million net of tax. The tax impact of the gain is due to the jurisdictional mix of gains and losses on the divestiture,
which resulted in non-benefited expenses in certain countries and taxable gains in other countries. In addition, in the third and
fourth quarters of fiscal 2015, the Company provided income tax expense for repatriation of foreign cash and other tax reserves
associated with the Automotive Experience Interiors joint venture transaction, which resulted in a tax charge of $75 million and
$223 million, respectively.
During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company recorded a discrete tax benefit of $51 million due to change in entity status.
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In the third quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company disposed of its Automotive Experience Interiors headliner and sun visor product
lines. Refer to Note 2, "Acquisitions and Divestitures," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional information.
As a result, the Company recorded a pre-tax loss on divestiture of $95 million and income tax expense of $38 million. The income
tax expense is due to the jurisdictional mix of gains and losses on the sale, which resulted in non-benefited losses in certain countries
and taxable gains in other countries.
Impacts of Tax Legislation and Change in Statutory Tax Rates
The "look-through rule," under subpart F of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, expired for the Company on September 30, 2015.
The "look-through rule" had provided an exception to the U.S. taxation of certain income generated by foreign subsidiaries. It is
generally thought that this rule will be extended with the possibility of retroactive application. The “look-through rule” previously
expired for the Company on September 30, 2014 but was extended retroactively to the beginning of the Company’s 2015 fiscal
year.
In the second quarter of fiscal 2015, tax legislation was adopted in Japan which reduced its statutory income tax rate. As a result
of the law change, the Company recorded income tax expense of $17 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2015. Tax legislation
was also adopted in various other jurisdictions during the fiscal year ended September 30, 2015. These law changes did not have
a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
As a result of changes to Mexican tax law in the first quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company recorded a benefit to income tax expense
of $25 million. Tax legislation was also adopted in various other jurisdictions during the fiscal year ended September 30, 2014.
These law changes did not have a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
Income (Loss) From Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax
Year Ended
September 30,
(in millions)
2015
2014
Change
Income (loss) from discontinued operations,
net of tax
* Measure not meaningful
$
128
$
(166)
*
Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information.
Income Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests
Year Ended
September 30,
(in millions)
2015
2014
Change
Income from continuing operations attributable
to noncontrolling interests
Income from discontinued operations attributable
to noncontrolling interests
$
112
$
4
105
23
7%
-83%
The increase in income from continuing operations attributable to noncontrolling interests for fiscal 2015 was primarily due to
higher income at a Power Solutions partially-owned affiliate.
Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding
the Company's discontinued operations.
Net Income Attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
(in millions)
2015
2014
Change
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. $
1,563
$
1,215
29%
Year Ended
September 30,
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The increase in net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. was primarily due to higher income from continuing and
discontinued operations, partially offset by an increase in the income tax provision. Fiscal 2015 diluted earnings per share attributable
to Johnson Controls, Inc. was $2.36 compared to $1.80 in fiscal 2014.
Segment Analysis
Management evaluates the performance of its business units based primarily on segment income, which is defined as income from
continuing operations before income taxes and noncontrolling interests excluding net financing charges, significant restructuring
and impairment costs, and net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans.
Building Efficiency
(in millions)
2015
2014
Change
2015
2014
Change
Net Sales
for the Year Ended
September 30,
Segment Income
for the Year Ended
September 30,
North America Systems and Service
$
4,443
$
1,957
4,110
4,336
2,069
3,680
$
10,510
$
10,085
2% $
-5%
12%
4% $
513
283
127
923
$
$
448
332
37
817
15%
-15%
*
13%
Asia
Other
* Measure not meaningful
Net Sales:
•
•
•
The increase in North America Systems and Service was due to higher volumes of equipment, controls systems and service
($150 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($43 million).
The decrease in Asia was due to the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($107 million), and lower volumes
of equipment and controls systems ($80 million), partially offset by incremental sales due to business acquisitions ($38
million) and higher service volumes ($37 million).
The increase in Other was due to incremental sales related to the ADT acquisition ($629 million), and higher volumes in
the Middle East ($73 million) and other businesses ($64 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign
currency translation ($264 million) and lower volumes in Latin America ($72 million).
Segment Income:
•
•
•
The increase in North America Systems and Service was due to higher volumes ($39 million), favorable mix and margin
rates ($27 million), net unfavorable prior year contract related charges ($9 million), current year gains on business
divestitures net of higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($4 million), and a prior year pension settlement
loss ($4 million), partially offset by current year transaction and integration costs ($14 million), and the unfavorable
impact of foreign currency translation ($4 million).
The decrease in Asia was due to higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($36 million), a prior year gain on
acquisition of partially-owned affiliates ($19 million), the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($17 million),
lower volumes ($8 million), and current year transaction and integration costs ($6 million), partially offset by favorable
margin rates ($31 million) and incremental operating income due to business acquisitions ($6 million).
The increase in Other was due to incremental operating income related to the ADT acquisition ($55 million), net
unfavorable prior year contract related charges in the Middle East ($50 million), prior year acquisition related costs ($27
million), higher equity income ($9 million), higher volumes ($8 million) and favorable margin rates ($6 million), partially
offset by higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($34 million), current year transaction and integration costs
($17 million), and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($14 million).
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Automotive Experience
(in millions)
Seating
Interiors
* Measure not meaningful
Net Sales:
Net Sales
for the Year Ended
September 30,
Segment Income (Loss)
for the Year Ended
September 30,
2015
2014
Change
2015
2014
Change
$
$
16,539
3,540
20,079
$
$
17,531
4,501
22,032
-6% $
-21%
-9% $
928
254
1,182
$
$
853
(1)
852
9%
*
39%
•
•
The decrease in Seating was due to the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($1.4 billion), partially offset
by higher volumes ($280 million), incremental sales related to a business acquisition ($57 million), and net favorable
pricing and commercial settlements ($51 million).
The decrease in Interiors was due to the deconsolidation of the majority of the Interiors business on July 2, 2015 ($924
million), lower volumes related to a prior year business divestiture ($248 million), the unfavorable impact of foreign
currency translation ($229 million) and unfavorable sales mix ($138 million), partially offset by higher volumes ($506
million), net favorable pricing and commercial settlements ($45 million), and incremental sales related to business
acquisitions ($27 million).
Segment Income:
•
•
The increase in Seating was due to net favorable pricing and commercial settlements ($65 million), lower purchasing
costs ($64 million), higher volumes ($56 million), lower selling, general and administrative expenses ($30 million), lower
engineering expenses ($29 million), higher equity income ($20 million), a gain on a business divestiture ($10 million),
incremental operating income related to a business acquisition ($7 million) and a prior year pension settlement loss ($5
million), partially offset by higher operating costs ($117 million), the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation
($47 million), unfavorable mix ($31 million) and current year separation costs ($16 million).
The increase in Interiors was due to a net gain on a business divestiture ($145 million), a prior year net loss on business
divestitures ($86 million), higher volumes ($67 million), lower operating costs ($23 million), lower selling, general and
administrative expenses ($16 million), lower purchasing costs ($6 million), lower engineering expenses ($5 million),
higher equity income ($3 million), incremental operating income related to business acquisitions ($3 million) and a prior
year pension settlement loss ($1 million), partially offset by current year transaction and integration costs ($38 million),
unfavorable mix ($27 million), lower operating income related to a current year business divestiture ($19 million), net
unfavorable pricing and commercial settlements ($12 million), and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation
($4 million).
Power Solutions
(in millions)
Net sales
Segment income
Year Ended
September 30,
2015
2014
Change
$
6,590
$
1,153
6,632
1,052
-1%
10%
•
•
Net sales decreased due to the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($450 million), partially offset by higher
sales volumes ($291 million), and favorable pricing and product mix ($117 million).
Segment income increased due to higher volumes ($90 million), lower operating costs ($79 million), favorable pricing
and product mix ($16 million), a prior year pension settlement loss ($5 million) and higher equity income ($2 million),
partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($52 million), higher selling, general and
administrative expenses ($20 million), and a prior year gain on acquisition of a partially-owned affiliate ($19 million).
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FISCAL YEAR 2014 COMPARED TO FISCAL YEAR 2013
Net Sales
(in millions)
Net sales
Year Ended
September 30,
2014
2013
Change
$
38,749
$
37,145
4%
The increase in consolidated net sales was due to higher sales in the Automotive Experience business ($1.5 billion) and Power
Solutions business ($244 million), and the favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($48 million), partially offset by lower
sales in the Building Efficiency business ($172 million). Excluding the favorable impact of foreign currency translation,
consolidated net sales increased 4% as compared to the prior year. The favorable impacts of higher Automotive Experience volumes
globally, and higher global battery shipments and improved pricing in the Power Solutions business were partially offset by lower
market demand for Building Efficiency in North America, the Middle East, Latin America and Europe. The incremental sales
related to business acquisitions were $622 million across all segments. Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a
discussion of net sales by segment.
Cost of Sales / Gross Profit
(in millions)
Cost of sales
Gross profit
% of sales
Year Ended
September 30,
2014
2013
Change
$
32,444
$
6,305
16.3%
30,999
6,146
16.5%
5%
3%
The increase in cost of sales year over year corresponds to the sales growth noted above, with gross profit percentage decreasing
by 20 basis points. Gross profit in the Automotive Experience business was favorably impacted by higher volumes globally, and
lower operating and purchasing costs due to improved operational performance, partially offset by net unfavorable pricing and
commercial settlements. Gross profit in the Power Solutions business was impacted by favorable pricing and product mix including
lead acquisition costs and battery cores, and increased benefits of vertical integration. Gross profit in the Building Efficiency
business was unfavorably impacted by lower market demand in North America, the Middle East, Latin America and Europe, and
contract related charges in the Middle East, partially offset by strong operating performance in Asia due to cost and pricing
initiatives. Foreign currency translation had an unfavorable impact on cost of sales of approximately $51 million. Net mark-to-
market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans had a net unfavorable year over year impact on cost of sales of $227
million ($43 million charge in fiscal 2014 compared to a $184 million gain in fiscal 2013) primarily due to a decrease in year over
year discount rates. Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of segment income by segment.
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
(in millions)
2014
2013
Change
Selling, general and administrative expenses
$
4,216
$
3,627
16%
% of sales
10.9%
9.8%
Year Ended
September 30,
Selling, general and administrative expenses (SG&A) increased by $589 million year over year, and SG&A as a percentage of
sales increased 110 basis points. Net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans had a net unfavorable year
over year impact on SG&A of $417 million ($194 million charge in fiscal 2014 compared to a $223 million gain in fiscal 2013)
primarily due to a decrease in year over year discount rates. Net pension settlement activity had a net unfavorable year over year
impact on SG&A of $84 million ($15 million charge in fiscal 2014 compared to a $69 million gain in fiscal 2013) primarily related
to lump-sum buyouts of participants in the U.S. pension plan. The Automotive Experience business SG&A increased primarily
due to a net loss on business divestitures and higher employee related expenses, partially offset by lower engineering expenses,
prior year distressed supplier costs and the benefits of cost reduction initiatives. The Power Solutions business SG&A increased
primarily due to prior year net favorable legal settlements and higher employee related expenses. The Building Efficiency business
SG&A decreased primarily due to lower employee related expenses and other cost reduction initiatives, partially offset by
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transaction-related costs. Foreign currency translation was consistent year over year. Refer to the segment analysis below within
Item 7 for a discussion of segment income by segment.
Restructuring and Impairment Costs
(in millions)
2014
2013
Change
Restructuring and impairment costs
$
324
$
903
-64%
Year Ended
September 30,
Refer to Note 16, "Significant Restructuring and Impairment Costs," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further
disclosure related to the Company's restructuring plans.
Net Financing Charges
(in millions)
Net financing charges
2014
2013
Change
$
244
$
247
-1%
Year Ended
September 30,
Net financing charges decreased slightly in fiscal 2014 as compared to fiscal 2013 primarily due to lower interest expense as a
result of lower interest rates, partially offset by higher average borrowing levels.
Equity Income
(in millions)
Equity income
Year Ended
September 30,
2014
2013
Change
$
395
$
399
-1%
The decrease in equity income was primarily due to prior year gains on acquisitions of a partially-owned affiliates in the Automotive
Experience business ($106 million) and lower current year income at certain Power Solutions and Building Efficiency partially-
owned affiliates, partially offset by higher current year income at certain Automotive Experience partially-owned affiliates and
gains on acquisitions of partially-owned affiliates in the Power Solutions business ($19 million) and Building Efficiency business
($19 million). Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of segment income by segment.
Income Tax Provision
(in millions)
Income tax provision
2014
2013
Change
$
407
$
674
-40%
Year Ended
September 30,
The effective rate is below the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2014 primarily due to the benefits of continuing global tax planning
initiatives and income in certain non-U.S. jurisdictions with a tax rate lower than the U.S. statutory tax rate partially offset by the
tax consequences of business divestitures, significant restructuring and impairment costs, and valuation allowance adjustments.
The effective rate is above the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2013 primarily due to the tax consequences of significant restructuring
and impairment costs, and valuation allowance and uncertain tax position adjustments, partially offset by favorable tax audit
resolutions, the benefits of continuing global tax planning initiatives and income in certain non-U.S. jurisdictions with a tax rate
lower than the U.S. statutory tax rate. Refer to Note 18, "Income Taxes," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for
further details.
Valuation Allowances
The Company reviews the realizability of its deferred tax asset valuation allowances on a quarterly basis, or whenever events or
changes in circumstances indicate that a review is required. In determining the requirement for a valuation allowance, the historical
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and projected financial results of the legal entity or consolidated group recording the net deferred tax asset are considered, along
with any other positive or negative evidence. Since future financial results may differ from previous estimates, periodic adjustments
to the Company’s valuation allowances may be necessary.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company performed an analysis related to the realizability of its worldwide deferred tax
assets. As a result, and after considering tax planning initiatives and other positive and negative evidence, the Company determined
that it was more likely than not that deferred tax assets within Italy would not be realized. Therefore, the Company recorded $34
million of net valuation allowances as income tax expense in the three month period ended September 30, 2014.
In the first quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company determined that it was more likely than not that the deferred tax asset associated
with a capital loss in Mexico would not be utilized. Therefore, the Company recorded a $21 million valuation allowance as income
tax expense.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company determined that it was more likely than not that deferred tax assets within Germany
and Poland would not be realized. The Company also determined that it was more likely than not that the deferred tax assets within
two French Power Solutions entities would be realized. Therefore, the Company recorded $145 million of net valuation allowances
as income tax expense in the three month period ended September 30, 2013.
In the second quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company determined that it was more likely than not that a portion of the deferred tax
assets within Brazil and Germany would not be realized. Therefore, the Company recorded $94 million of valuation allowances
as income tax expense.
Uncertain Tax Positions
The Company is subject to income taxes in the U.S. and numerous foreign jurisdictions. Judgment is required in determining its
worldwide provision for income taxes and recording the related assets and liabilities. In the ordinary course of the Company’s
business, there are many transactions and calculations where the ultimate tax determination is uncertain. The Company is regularly
under audit by tax authorities.
In the third quarter of fiscal 2013, tax audit resolutions resulted in a net $79 million benefit to income tax expense.
As a result of foreign law changes during the second quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company increased its total reserve for uncertain
tax positions, resulting in income tax expense of $17 million.
The Company’s federal income tax returns and certain non-U.S. income tax returns for various fiscal years remain under various
stages of audit by the IRS and respective non-U.S. tax authorities. Although the outcome of tax audits is always uncertain,
management believes that it has appropriate support for the positions taken on its tax returns and that its annual tax provisions
included amounts sufficient to pay assessments, if any, which may be proposed by the taxing authorities. At September 30, 2014,
the Company had recorded a liability for its best estimate of the probable loss on certain of its tax positions, the majority of which
is included in other noncurrent liabilities in the consolidated statements of financial position. Nonetheless, the amounts ultimately
paid, if any, upon resolution of the issues raised by the taxing authorities may differ materially from the amounts accrued for each
year.
Other Tax Matters
During fiscal 2014 and 2013, the Company incurred significant charges for restructuring and impairment costs. Refer to Note 16,
"Significant Restructuring and Impairment Costs," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional information. A
substantial portion of these charges cannot be benefited for tax purposes due to our current tax position in these jurisdictions and
the underlying tax basis in the impaired assets, resulting in $75 million and $238 million incremental tax expense in fiscal 2014
and 2013, respectively.
During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company recorded a discrete tax benefit of $51 million due to change in entity status.
In the third quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company disposed of its Automotive Experience Interiors headliner and sun visor product
lines. Refer to Note 2, "Acquisitions and Divestitures," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional information.
As a result, the Company recorded a pre-tax loss on divestiture of $95 million and income tax expense of $38 million. The income
tax expense is due to the jurisdictional mix of gains and losses on the sale, which resulted in non-benefited losses in certain countries
and taxable gains in other countries.
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In the third quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company resolved certain Mexican tax issues, which resulted in a $61 million benefit to
income tax expense.
Impacts of Tax Legislation and Change in Statutory Tax Rates
The "look-through rule," under subpart F of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, expired for the Company on September 30, 2014 but
was extended retroactively to the beginning of the Company's 2015 fiscal year. The "look-through rule" provides an exception to
the U.S. taxation of certain income generated by foreign subsidiaries. The "look-through rule" previously expired for the Company
on September 30, 2012 but was extended in January 2013 retroactive to the beginning of the Company's 2013 fiscal year.
As a result of changes to Mexican tax law in the first quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company recorded a benefit to income tax expense
of $25 million. Tax legislation was also adopted in various other jurisdictions during the fiscal year ended September 30, 2014.
These law changes did not have a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
As a result of foreign law changes during the second quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company increased its total reserve for uncertain
tax positions, resulting in income tax expense of $17 million.
Income (Loss) From Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax
Year Ended
September 30,
(in millions)
2014
2013
Change
Income (loss) from discontinued operations,
net of tax
* Measure not meaningful
$
(166) $
203
*
Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information.
Income Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests
Year Ended
September 30,
(in millions)
2014
2013
Change
Income from continuing operations attributable
to noncontrolling interests
$
Income from discontinued operations
attributable to noncontrolling interests
105
$
23
102
17
3%
35%
The increase in income from continuing operations attributable to noncontrolling interests for fiscal 2014 was primarily due to
higher income at certain Automotive Experience partially-owned affiliates, partially offset by lower income at certain Power
Solutions partially-owned affiliates and the effects of an increase in ownership percentage in a Power Solutions partially-owned
affiliate.
Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding
the Company's discontinued operations.
Net Income Attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
Year Ended
September 30,
(in millions)
2014
2013
Change
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. $
1,215
$
1,178
3%
The increase in net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. was primarily due to lower restructuring and impairment costs,
a decrease in the income tax provision and higher gross profit, partially offset by higher selling, general and administrative expenses,
and a loss from discontinued operations. Fiscal 2014 diluted earnings per share attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. was $1.80
compared to $1.71 in fiscal 2013.
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Segment Analysis
Management evaluates the performance of its business units based primarily on segment income, which is defined as income from
continuing operations before income taxes and noncontrolling interests excluding net financing charges, significant restructuring
and impairment costs, and net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans.
Building Efficiency
(in millions)
2014
2013
Change
2014
2013
Change
Net Sales
for the Year Ended
September 30,
Segment Income
for the Year Ended
September 30,
North America Systems and Service
$
4,336
$
2,069
3,680
4,492
2,022
3,812
$
10,085
$
10,326
-3% $
2%
-3%
-2% $
$
448
332
37
817
$
498
270
77
845
-10%
23%
-52%
-3%
Asia
Other
Net Sales:
•
•
•
The decrease in North America Systems and Service was due to lower volumes of equipment, controls systems and energy
solutions ($132 million), and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($24 million).
The increase in Asia was due to higher volumes of equipment and controls systems ($74 million), and higher service
volumes ($24 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($51 million).
The decrease in Other was due to lower volumes related to a prior period business divestiture ($225 million), and lower
volumes in the Middle East ($156 million), Latin America ($58 million) and Europe ($28 million), partially offset by
incremental sales related to a business acquisition ($276 million), higher volumes in unitary products ($44 million) and
other businesses ($9 million), and the favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($6 million).
Segment Income:
•
•
•
The decrease in North America Systems and Service was due to unfavorable mix and margin rates ($116 million), lower
volumes ($26 million), a prior year pension settlement gain ($15 million), net unfavorable current year contract related
charges ($9 million), a current year pension settlement loss ($4 million) and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency
translation ($3 million), partially offset by lower selling, general and administrative expenses ($123 million).
The increase in Asia was due to higher volumes ($29 million), favorable margin rates ($19 million), a gain on acquisition
of partially-owned affiliates ($19 million), and lower selling, general and administrative expenses ($2 million), partially
offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($7 million).
The decrease in Other was due to net unfavorable current year contract related charges in the Middle East ($50 million),
lower volumes ($40 million), acquisition related costs ($27 million), lower equity income ($12 million) and a prior year
pension settlement gain ($3 million), partially offset by lower selling, general and administrative expenses ($32 million),
a prior year loss on business divestiture including transaction costs ($22 million), incremental operating income due to
a business acquisition ($20 million), favorable margin rates ($8 million), net unfavorable prior year contract related
charges ($7 million) and higher operating income related to a prior year business divestiture ($3 million).
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Automotive Experience
(in millions)
Seating
Interiors
Net Sales:
Net Sales
for the Year Ended
September 30,
Segment Income (Loss)
for the Year Ended
September 30,
2014
2013
Change
2014
2013
Change
$
$
17,531
4,501
22,032
$
$
16,285
4,176
20,461
8% $
8%
8% $
853
(1)
852
$
$
686
(19)
667
24%
95%
28%
•
•
The increase in Seating was due to higher volumes ($1.0 billion), incremental sales related to business acquisitions ($139
million), favorable sales mix ($115 million) and the favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($44 million), partially
offset by lower volumes due to a prior year business divestiture ($53 million), and net unfavorable pricing and commercial
settlements ($25 million).
The increase in Interiors was due to higher volumes ($346 million), net favorable pricing and commercial settlements
($79 million), and the favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($43 million), partially offset by lower volumes
related to business divestitures ($134 million) and unfavorable sales mix ($9 million).
Segment Income:
•
•
The increase in Seating was due to higher volumes ($185 million), lower operating costs ($130 million), lower purchasing
costs ($88 million), higher equity income ($71 million), prior year distressed supplier costs ($21 million), lower
engineering expenses ($20 million), incremental operating income due to business acquisitions ($9 million) and the
favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($4 million), partially offset by prior year gains on acquisitions of partially-
owned affiliates ($106 million), higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($77 million), net unfavorable pricing
and commercial settlements ($58 million), unfavorable mix ($51 million), a prior year gain on business divestiture ($29
million), a prior year pension settlement gain ($26 million), lower operating income due to a prior year business divestiture
($9 million) and a current year pension settlement loss ($5 million).
The increase in Interiors was due to higher volumes ($69 million), lower operating costs ($50 million), higher equity
income ($19 million), lower purchasing costs ($6 million), and lower selling, general and administrative expenses ($1
million), partially offset by a net loss on business divestitures ($86 million), lower operating income due to a business
divestiture ($15 million), unfavorable mix ($10 million), net unfavorable pricing and commercial settlements ($8 million),
a prior year pension settlement gain ($5 million), higher engineering expenses ($2 million) and a current year pension
settlement loss ($1 million).
Power Solutions
(in millions)
Net sales
Segment income
Year Ended
September 30,
2014
2013
Change
$
6,632
$
1,052
6,358
999
4%
5%
•
•
Net sales increased due to incremental sales related to a business acquisition ($141 million), higher sales volumes ($74
million), favorable pricing and product mix ($48 million), and the favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($30
million), partially offset by the impact of lower lead costs on pricing ($19 million).
Segment income increased due to favorable product mix including lead acquisition costs and battery cores ($81 million),
lower operating costs ($54 million), higher volumes ($21 million), a gain on acquisition of a partially-owned affiliate
($19 million), incremental operating income related to a business acquisition ($14 million) and the favorable impact of
foreign currency translation ($3 million), partially offset by higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($53
million), prior year favorable legal settlements ($20 million), higher transportation costs ($20 million), a prior year pension
settlement gain ($20 million), a prior year change in asset retirement obligations ($17 million), a current year pension
settlement loss ($5 million) and lower equity income ($4 million).
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GOODWILL, LONG-LIVED ASSETS AND OTHER INVESTMENTS
Goodwill at September 30, 2015 was $6.8 billion, $303 million lower than the prior year. The decrease was primarily due to the
impact of foreign currency translation.
Goodwill reflects the cost of an acquisition in excess of the fair values assigned to identifiable net assets acquired. The Company
reviews goodwill for impairment during the fourth fiscal quarter or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate
the asset might be impaired. The Company performs impairment reviews for its reporting units, which have been determined to
be the Company’s reportable segments or one level below the reportable segments in certain instances, using a fair value method
based on management’s judgments and assumptions or third party valuations. The fair value of a reporting unit refers to the price
that would be received to sell the unit as a whole in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.
In estimating the fair value, the Company uses multiples of earnings based on the average of historical, published multiples of
earnings of comparable entities with similar operations and economic characteristics. In certain instances, the Company uses
discounted cash flow analyses or estimated sales price to further support the fair value estimates. The inputs utilized in the analyses
are classified as Level 3 inputs within the fair value hierarchy as defined in ASC 820, "Fair Value Measurement." The estimated
fair value is then compared with the carrying amount of the reporting unit, including recorded goodwill. The Company is subject
to financial statement risk to the extent that the carrying amount exceeds the estimated fair value.
During fiscal 2014, as a result of operating results, restructuring actions and expected future profitability, the Company's forecasted
cash flow estimates used in the goodwill assessment were negatively impacted as of September 30, 2014 for the Building Efficiency
Other - Latin America reporting unit. As a result, the Company concluded that the carrying value of the Building Efficiency Other
- Latin America reporting unit exceeded its fair value as of September 30, 2014. The Company recorded a goodwill impairment
charge of $47 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2014, which was determined by comparing the carrying value of the reporting
unit's goodwill with the implied fair value of goodwill for the reporting unit. The Building Efficiency Other - Latin America
reporting unit has no remaining goodwill at September 30, 2015 and 2014.
During fiscal 2013, based on a combination of factors, including the operating results of the Automotive Experience Interiors
business, restrictions on future capital and restructuring funding, and the Company's announced intention to explore strategic
options related to this business, the Company's forecasted cash flow estimates used in the goodwill assessment were negatively
impacted as of September 30, 2013. As a result, the Company concluded that the carrying value of the Interiors reporting unit
exceeded its fair value as of September 30, 2013. The Company recorded a goodwill impairment charge of $430 million in the
fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, which was determined by comparing the carrying value of the reporting unit's goodwill with the
implied fair value of goodwill for the reporting unit.
The assumptions included in the impairment tests require judgment, and changes to these inputs could impact the results of the
calculations. Other than management's projections of future cash flows, the primary assumptions used in the impairment tests were
the weighted-average cost of capital and long-term growth rates. Although the Company's cash flow forecasts are based on
assumptions that are considered reasonable by management and consistent with the plans and estimates management is using to
operate the underlying businesses, there are significant judgments in determining the expected future cash flows attributable to a
reporting unit. The impairment charges are non-cash expenses recorded within restructuring and impairment costs on the
consolidated statements of income and did not adversely affect the Company's debt position, cash flow, liquidity or compliance
with financial covenants.
Indefinite lived other intangible assets are also subject to at least annual impairment testing. A considerable amount of management
judgment and assumptions are required in performing the impairment tests. While the Company believes the judgments and
assumptions used in the impairment tests are reasonable and no impairment existed during fiscal years 2015, 2014 and 2013,
different assumptions could change the estimated fair values and, therefore, impairment charges could be required, which could
be material to the consolidated financial statements.
The Company reviews long-lived assets, including property, plant and equipment and other intangible assets with definite lives,
for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the asset’s carrying amount may not be recoverable.
The Company conducts its long-lived asset impairment analyses in accordance with ASC 360-10-15, "Impairment or Disposal of
Long-Lived Assets." ASC 360-10-15 requires the Company to group assets and liabilities at the lowest level for which identifiable
cash flows are largely independent of the cash flows of other assets and liabilities and evaluate the asset group against the sum of
the undiscounted future cash flows. If the undiscounted cash flows do not indicate the carrying amount of the asset is recoverable,
an impairment charge is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset group exceeds its fair value based on
discounted cash flow analysis or appraisals.
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In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015, the Company concluded it had triggering events requiring assessment of impairment for certain
of its long-lived assets in conjunction with its announced restructuring actions and the intention to spin-off the Automotive
Experience business. As a result, the Company reviewed the long-lived assets for impairment and recorded a $183 million
impairment charge within restructuring and impairment costs on the consolidated statements of income. Of the total impairment
charge, $139 million related to corporate assets, $27 million related to the Automotive Experience Seating segment, $16 million
related to the Building Efficiency Other segment and $1 million related to the Building Efficiency North America Systems and
Service segment. Refer to Note 16, "Significant Restructuring and Impairment Costs," of the notes to consolidated financial
statements for additional information. The impairment was measured, depending on the asset, either under an income approach
utilizing forecasted discounted cash flows or a market approach utilizing an appraisal to determine fair values of the impairment
assets. These methods are consistent with the methods the Company employed in prior periods to value other long-lived assets.
The inputs utilized in the analyses are classified as Level 3 inputs within the fair value hierarchy as defined in ASC 820, "Fair
Value Measurement."
In the third and fourth quarters of fiscal 2014, the Company concluded it had triggering events requiring assessment of impairment
for certain of its long-lived assets in conjunction with its restructuring actions announced in fiscal 2014. In addition, in the fourth
quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company concluded that it had a triggering event requiring assessment of impairment of long-lived
assets held by the Building Efficiency Other - Latin America reporting unit due to the impairment of goodwill in the quarter. As
a result, the Company reviewed the long-lived assets for impairment and recorded a $91 million impairment charge within
restructuring and impairment costs on the consolidated statements of income, of which $45 million was recorded in the third quarter
and $46 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2014. Of the total impairment charge, $45 million related to the Automotive Experience
Interiors segment, $34 million related to the Building Efficiency Other segment, $7 million related to the Automotive Experience
Seating segment and $5 million related to corporate assets. In addition, the Company recorded $43 million of asset and investment
impairments within discontinued operations in the third quarter of fiscal 2014 related to the divestiture of the Automotive Experience
Electronics business. Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," and Note 16, "Significant Restructuring and Impairment Costs,"
of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional information. The impairment was measured, depending on the asset,
either under an income approach utilizing forecasted discounted cash flows or a market approach utilizing an appraisal to determine
fair values of the impairment assets. These methods are consistent with the methods the Company employed in prior periods to
value other long-lived assets. The inputs utilized in the analyses are classified as Level 3 inputs within the fair value hierarchy as
defined in ASC 820, "Fair Value Measurement."
In the second, third and fourth quarters of fiscal 2013, the Company concluded it had a triggering event requiring assessment of
impairment for certain of its long-lived assets in conjunction with its restructuring actions announced in fiscal 2013. In addition,
in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company concluded that it had a triggering event requiring assessment of impairment for
the long-lived assets held by the Automotive Experience Interiors segment due to the impairment of goodwill in the quarter. As a
result, the Company reviewed the long-lived assets for impairment and recorded a $156 million impairment charge within
restructuring and impairment costs on the consolidated statements of income, of which $13 million was recorded in the second
quarter, $36 million in the third quarter and $107 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013. Of the total impairment charge, $57
million related to the Automotive Experience Interiors segment, $40 million related to the Building Efficiency Other segment, $22
million related to the Automotive Experience Seating segment, $18 million related to the Power Solutions segment, $12 million
related to corporate assets and $7 million related to various segments within the Building Efficiency business. Refer to Note 16,
"Significant Restructuring and Impairment Costs," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional information.
The impairment was measured, depending on the asset, either under an income approach utilizing forecasted discounted cash flows
or a market approach utilizing an appraisal to determine fair values of the impairment assets. These methods are consistent with
the methods the Company employed in prior periods to value other long-lived assets. The inputs utilized in the analyses are
classified as Level 3 inputs within the fair value hierarchy as defined in ASC 820, "Fair Value Measurement."
Investments in partially-owned affiliates ("affiliates") at September 30, 2015 were $2.1 billion, $1.1 billion higher than the prior
year. The increase was primarily due to the Company's contribution of its Automotive Experience Interiors business to the newly
created joint venture with Yanfeng Automotive Trim Systems and positive earnings at certain Automotive Experience affiliates.
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LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Working Capital
(in millions)
Current assets
Current liabilities
Less: Cash
Add: Short-term debt
Add: Current portion of long-term debt
Less: Assets held for sale
Add: Liabilities held for sale
Working capital
Accounts receivable
Inventories
Accounts payable
September 30,
2015
September 30,
2014
Change
$
$
$
$
11,093
(10,495)
598
(597)
52
813
(55)
42
853
5,751
2,377
5,174
$
$
13,107
(11,694)
1,413
(409)
183
140
(2,157)
1,801
971
5,871
2,477
5,270
-58%
-12%
-2%
-4%
-2%
•
•
•
•
•
The Company defines working capital as current assets less current liabilities, excluding cash, short-term debt, the current
portion of long-term debt, and the current portion of assets and liabilities held for sale. Management believes that this
measure of working capital, which excludes financing-related items, provides a more useful measurement of the Company’s
operating performance.
The decrease in working capital at September 30, 2015 as compared to September 30, 2014, was primarily related to lower
accounts receivable due to changes in foreign exchange rates, and lower inventory due to changes in foreign exchange
rates and production levels, partially offset by a decrease in accounts payable due to changes in foreign exchange rates and
timing of supplier payments, and the impact of the Automotive Experience Interiors joint venture formation.
The Company’s days sales in accounts receivable at September 30, 2015 were 56, a slight increase from 54 at September 30,
2014. There has been no significant adverse change in the level of overdue receivables or changes in revenue recognition
methods.
The Company’s inventory turns for the year ended September 30, 2015 were slightly higher than the comparable period
ended September 30, 2014 primarily due to changes in inventory production levels.
Days in accounts payable at September 30, 2015 were 74, consistent with September 30, 2014.
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Cash Flows
(in millions)
Cash provided by operating activities
Cash provided (used) by investing activities
Cash used by financing activities
Capital expenditures
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
$
1,600
$
470
(1,821)
(1,135)
2,395
(2,593)
(412)
(1,199)
•
•
•
•
The decrease in cash provided by operating activities was primarily due to higher income tax payments associated with
tax audit settlements and transactions, unfavorable changes in accounts receivable and higher pension contributions,
partially offset by favorable changes in inventories.
The increase in cash provided by investing activities was primarily due to cash received for the GWS divestitures in the
current year and cash paid for the ADT acquisition in the prior year.
The increase in cash used by financing activities was primarily due to the prior year long-term debt incurred to finance the
acquisition of ADT and higher current year stock repurchases, partially offset by lower debt repayments.
The decrease in capital expenditures in the current year is primarily related to a reduction in program spending for new
customer launches in the Automotive Experience business.
Capitalization
(in millions)
Short-term debt
Current portion of long-term debt
Long-term debt
Total debt
Shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
Total capitalization
September 30,
2015
September 30,
2014
Change
$
$
$
52
813
5,745
6,610
10,376
16,986
$
$
$
183
140
6,357
6,680
11,311
17,991
-1%
-8%
-6%
Total debt as a % of total capitalization
39%
37%
•
•
•
•
•
The Company believes the percentage of total debt to total capitalization is useful to understanding the Company’s financial
condition as it provides a review of the extent to which the Company relies on external debt financing for its funding and
is a measure of risk to its shareholders.
At September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company had committed bilateral euro denominated revolving credit facilities totaling
237 million euro. Additionally, at September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company had committed bilateral U.S. dollar
denominated revolving credit facilities totaling $135 million and $185 million, respectively. In December 2014, the
Company terminated a $50 million committed revolving credit facility initially scheduled to mature in September 2015.
As of September 30, 2015, facilities in the amount of 237 million euro and $135 million are scheduled to expire in fiscal
2016. There were no draws on any of these revolving facilities in fiscal 2015.
In September 2015, the Company retired, at maturity, $500 million, $150 million and $100 million floating rate term loans
plus accrued interest that were entered into during fiscal 2015.
In June 2015, the Company entered into a five-year, 37 billion yen floating rate syndicated term loan scheduled to mature
in June 2020. Proceeds from the syndicated term loan were used for general corporate purposes.
In May 2015, the Company made a partial repayment of 32 million euro in principal amount, plus accrued interest, of its
70 million euro floating rate credit facility scheduled to mature in November 2017.
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
In March 2015, the Company retired $125 million in principal amount, plus accrued interest, of its 7.7% fixed rate notes
that matured in March 2015.
In January 2015, the Company entered into a one-year, $90 million, committed revolving credit facility scheduled to mature
in January 2016. The Company drew on the full credit facility during the quarter ended March 31, 2015. Proceeds from
the revolving credit facility were used for general corporate purposes. The $90 million was repaid in September 2015.
In September 2014, the Company retired a $500 million, floating rate term loan plus accrued interest that matured in
September 2014. The Company also retired a $150 million, floating rate term loan plus accrued interest initially scheduled
to mature in January 2015.
In June 2014, the Company issued $300 million aggregate principal amount of 1.4% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due
in November 2017, $500 million aggregate principal amount of 3.625% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in June 2024,
$450 million aggregate principal amount of 4.625% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in July 2044 and $450 million
aggregate principal amount of 4.95% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in July 2064. Aggregate net proceeds of $1.7
billion from the issuance were used to finance the acquisition of ADT and for other general corporate purposes. Refer to
Note 2, "Acquisitions and Divestitures," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding
the ADT acquisition.
In March 2014, the Company entered into a nine-month, $150 million, floating rate term loan scheduled to mature in
December 2014. Proceeds from the term loan were used for general corporate purposes. The loan was repaid during the
quarter ended June 30, 2014.
In March 2014, the Company retired $450 million in principal amount, plus accrued interest, of its 1.75% fixed rate notes
that matured March 2014.
In February 2014, the Company retired $350 million in principal amount, plus accrued interest, of its floating rate notes
that matured February 2014.
In December 2013, the Company entered into a five-year, 220 million euro, floating rate credit facility scheduled to mature
in fiscal 2018. The Company drew on the full credit facility during the quarter ended December 31, 2013. Proceeds from
the facility were used for general corporate purposes.
The Company also selectively makes use of short-term credit lines. The Company estimates that, as of September 30, 2015,
it could borrow up to $2.0 billion based on average borrowing levels during the quarter on committed credit lines.
The Company believes its capital resources and liquidity position at September 30, 2015 are adequate to meet projected
needs. The Company believes requirements for working capital, capital expenditures, dividends, stock repurchases,
minimum pension contributions, debt maturities and any potential acquisitions in fiscal 2016 will continue to be funded
from operations, supplemented by short- and long-term borrowings, if required. The Company currently manages its short-
term debt position in the U.S. and euro commercial paper markets and bank loan markets. In the event the Company is
unable to issue commercial paper, it would have the ability to draw on its $2.5 billion revolving credit facility, which
matures in August 2018. There were no draws on the revolving credit facility as of September 30, 2015. As such, the
Company believes it has sufficient financial resources to fund operations and meet its obligations for the foreseeable future.
The Company earns a significant amount of its operating income outside the U.S., which is deemed to be permanently
reinvested in foreign jurisdictions. In general, the Company currently does not foresee a need to repatriate these funds.
However, in fiscal 2015, the Company did provide income tax expense related to the repatriation of earnings of certain
non-U.S. subsidiaries in connection with the GWS and Automotive Experience Interiors divestitures. In addition, the
Company needs to complete the final steps of repatriation of the cash proceeds from these transactions and, as a result,
the Company provided deferred taxes of $136 million for the income tax expense that would be triggered upon repatriation
of this cash. Except as noted, the Company’s intent is for its foreign earnings to be reinvested by the subsidiaries or to be
repatriated only when it would be tax effective through the utilization of foreign tax credits. The Company expects existing
domestic cash and liquidity to continue to be sufficient to fund the Company’s domestic operating activities and cash
commitments for investing and financing activities for at least the next twelve months and thereafter for the foreseeable
future. In addition, the Company expects existing foreign cash, cash equivalents, short-term investments and cash flows
from operations to continue to be sufficient to fund the Company’s foreign operating activities and cash commitments for
investing activities, such as material capital expenditures, for at least the next twelve months and for the foreseeable future.
Should the Company require more capital in the U.S. than is generated by operations domestically, the Company will elect
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•
•
•
to raise capital in the U.S. through debt or equity issuances. This alternative could result in increased interest expense or
other dilution of the Company’s earnings. The Company has borrowed funds domestically and continues to have the ability
to borrow funds domestically at reasonable interest rates.
The Company’s debt financial covenants require a minimum consolidated shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson
Controls, Inc. of at least $3.5 billion at all times and allow a maximum aggregated amount of 10% of consolidated
shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. for liens and pledges. For purposes of calculating the Company’s
covenants, consolidated shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. is calculated without giving effect to
(i) the application of ASC 715-60, "Defined Benefit Plans - Other Postretirement," or (ii) the cumulative foreign currency
translation adjustment. As of September 30, 2015, consolidated shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
as defined per the Company’s debt financial covenants was $11.4 billion and there was a maximum of $247 million of
liens and pledges outstanding. The Company expects to remain in compliance with all covenants and other requirements
set forth in its credit agreements and indentures for the foreseeable future. None of the Company’s debt agreements limit
access to stated borrowing levels or require accelerated repayment in the event of a decrease in the Company’s credit
rating.
To better align its resources with its growth strategies and reduce the cost structure of its global operations to address the
softness in certain underlying markets, the Company committed to a significant restructuring plan in fiscal 2015 and
recorded $397 million of restructuring and impairment costs in the consolidated statements of income within continuing
operations. The restructuring action related to cost reduction initiatives in the Company’s Automotive Experience, Building
Efficiency and Power Solutions businesses and at Corporate. The costs consist primarily of workforce reductions, plant
closures and asset impairments. The Company currently estimates that upon completion of the restructuring action, the
fiscal 2015 restructuring plan will reduce annual operating costs from continuing operations by approximately $250 million,
which is primarily the result of lower cost of sales and selling, general and administrative expenses due to reduced employee-
related costs and depreciation expense. The Company expects that a portion of these savings, net of execution costs, will
be achieved over the next year and the full annual benefit of these actions is expected in fiscal 2017. For fiscal 2015, there
were no significant savings realized as the restructuring action took place at the end of the fourth quarter. The restructuring
action is expected to be substantially complete in fiscal 2016. The restructuring plan reserve balance of $214 million at
September 30, 2015 is expected to be paid in cash.
To better align its resources with its growth strategies and reduce the cost structure of its global operations to address the
softness in certain underlying markets, the Company committed to significant restructuring plans in fiscal 2014 and 2013
and recorded $324 million and $903 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs in the consolidated
statements of income within continuing operations. The restructuring actions related to cost reduction initiatives in the
Company’s Automotive Experience, Building Efficiency and Power Solutions businesses and included workforce
reductions, plant closures, and asset and goodwill impairments. The Company currently estimates that upon completion
of the restructuring actions, the fiscal 2014 and 2013 restructuring plans will reduce annual operating costs from continuing
operations by approximately $175 million and $350 million, respectively, which is primarily the result of lower cost of
sales due to reduced employee-related costs and lower depreciation and amortization expense. The Company expects that
the full annual benefit of these actions, net of execution costs, will be achieved in fiscal 2016. For fiscal 2015, the savings
from continuing operations, net of execution costs, approximated 92% of the expected annual operating cost reduction.
The restructuring actions are expected to be substantially complete in fiscal 2016. The respective year’s restructuring plan
reserve balances of $99 million and $68 million, respectively, at September 30, 2015 are expected to be paid in cash.
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A summary of the Company’s significant contractual obligations as of September 30, 2015 is as follows (in millions):
Contractual Obligations
Long-term debt
(including capital lease obligations)*
Interest on long-term debt
(including capital lease obligations)*
Operating leases
Purchase obligations
Pension and postretirement contributions
Cross-currency interest rate swaps*
Total
2016
2017-2018
2019-2020
2021
and Beyond
$
6,558
$
813
$
1,127
$
1,153
$
3,465
3,773
628
2,296
560
1
231
209
1,550
114
1
396
241
547
89
—
367
113
180
96
—
2,779
65
19
261
—
Total contractual cash obligations
$
13,816
$
2,918
$
2,400
$
1,909
$
6,589
* See "Capitalization" for additional information related to the Company's long-term debt. The Company's outstanding cross-
currency interest rate swaps in an asset position are not included in the table at September 30, 2015, which indicates the Company
was in a net position of receiving cash under such swaps.
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES AND POLICIES
The Company prepares its consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the
United States of America (U.S. GAAP). This requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect reported amounts
and related disclosures. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The following policies are considered by management to
be the most critical in understanding the judgments that are involved in the preparation of the Company’s consolidated financial
statements and the uncertainties that could impact the Company’s results of operations, financial position and cash flows.
Revenue Recognition
The Company’s Building Efficiency business recognizes revenue from certain long-term contracts over the contractual period
under the percentage-of-completion (POC) method of accounting. This method of accounting recognizes sales and gross profit as
work is performed based on the relationship between actual costs incurred and total estimated costs at completion. Recognized
revenues that will not be billed under the terms of the contract until a later date are recorded primarily in accounts receivable.
Likewise, contracts where billings to date have exceeded recognized revenues are recorded primarily in other current liabilities.
Changes to the original estimates may be required during the life of the contract and such estimates are reviewed monthly. Sales
and gross profit are adjusted using the cumulative catch-up method for revisions in estimated total contract costs and contract
values. Estimated losses are recorded when identified. Claims against customers are recognized as revenue upon settlement. The
amount of accounts receivable due after one year is not significant. The use of the POC method of accounting involves considerable
use of estimates in determining revenues, costs and profits and in assigning the amounts to accounting periods. The periodic reviews
have not resulted in adjustments that were significant to the Company’s results of operations. The Company continually evaluates
all of the assumptions, risks and uncertainties inherent with the application of the POC method of accounting.
The Building Efficiency business enters into extended warranties and long-term service and maintenance agreements with certain
customers. For these arrangements, revenue is recognized on a straight-line basis over the respective contract term.
The Company’s Building Efficiency business also sells certain heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration
products and services in bundled arrangements, where multiple products and/or services are involved. In accordance with ASU
No. 2009-13, "Revenue Recognition (Topic 605): Multiple-Deliverable Revenue Arrangements - A Consensus of the FASB
Emerging Issues Task Force," the Company divides bundled arrangements into separate deliverables and revenue is allocated to
each deliverable based on the relative selling price method. Significant deliverables within these arrangements include equipment,
commissioning, service labor and extended warranties. In order to estimate relative selling price, market data and transfer price
studies are utilized. Approximately four to twelve months separate the timing of the first deliverable until the last piece of equipment
is delivered, and there may be extended warranty arrangements with duration of one to five years commencing upon the end of
the standard warranty period.
In all other cases, the Company recognizes revenue at the time title passes to the customer or as services are performed.
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Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
Goodwill reflects the cost of an acquisition in excess of the fair values assigned to identifiable net assets acquired. The Company
reviews goodwill for impairment during the fourth fiscal quarter or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate
the asset might be impaired. The Company performs impairment reviews for its reporting units, which have been determined to
be the Company’s reportable segments or one level below the reportable segments in certain instances, using a fair value method
based on management’s judgments and assumptions or third party valuations. The fair value of a reporting unit refers to the price
that would be received to sell the unit as a whole in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.
In estimating the fair value, the Company uses multiples of earnings based on the average of historical, published multiples of
earnings of comparable entities with similar operations and economic characteristics. In certain instances, the Company uses
discounted cash flow analyses or estimated sales price to further support the fair value estimates. The inputs utilized in the analyses
are classified as Level 3 inputs within the fair value hierarchy as defined in ASC 820, "Fair Value Measurement." The estimated
fair value is then compared with the carrying amount of the reporting unit, including recorded goodwill. The Company is subject
to financial statement risk to the extent that the carrying amount exceeds the estimated fair value. Refer to Note 6, "Goodwill and
Other Intangible Assets," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for information regarding the goodwill impairment
testing performed in the fourth quarters of fiscal years 2015, 2014 and 2013.
Indefinite lived other intangible assets are also subject to at least annual impairment testing. Other intangible assets with definite
lives continue to be amortized over their estimated useful lives and are subject to impairment testing if events or changes in
circumstances indicate that the asset might be impaired. A considerable amount of management judgment and assumptions are
required in performing the impairment tests. Refer to Note 17, "Impairment of Long-Lived Assets," of the notes to consolidated
financial statements for information regarding the impairment testing performed in fiscal years 2015, 2014 and 2013.
Employee Benefit Plans
The Company provides a range of benefits to its employees and retired employees, including pensions and postretirement benefits.
Plan assets and obligations are measured annually, or more frequently if there is a remeasurement event, based on the Company’s
measurement date utilizing various actuarial assumptions such as discount rates, assumed rates of return, compensation increases,
turnover rates and health care cost trend rates as of that date. The Company reviews its actuarial assumptions on an annual basis
and makes modifications to the assumptions based on current rates and trends when appropriate.
The Company utilizes a mark-to-market approach for recognizing pension and postretirement benefit expenses, including measuring
the market related value of plan assets at fair value and recognizing actuarial gains and losses in the fourth quarter of each fiscal
year or at the date of a remeasurement event. Refer to Note 15, "Retirement Plans," of the notes to consolidated financial statements
for disclosure of the Company's pension and postretirement benefit plans.
U.S. GAAP requires that companies recognize in the statement of financial position a liability for defined benefit pension and
postretirement plans that are underfunded or unfunded, or an asset for defined benefit pension and postretirement plans that are
overfunded. U.S. GAAP also requires that companies measure the benefit obligations and fair value of plan assets that determine
a benefit plan’s funded status as of the date of the employer’s fiscal year end.
The Company considers the expected benefit payments on a plan-by-plan basis when setting assumed discount rates. As a result,
the Company uses different discount rates for each plan depending on the plan jurisdiction, the demographics of participants and
the expected timing of benefit payments. For the U.S. pension and postretirement plans, the Company uses a discount rate provided
by an independent third party calculated based on an appropriate mix of high quality bonds. For the non-U.S. pension and
postretirement plans, the Company consistently uses the relevant country specific benchmark indices for determining the various
discount rates. The Company’s discount rate on U.S. pension plans was 4.40% and 4.35% at September 30, 2015 and 2014,
respectively. The Company’s discount rate on U.S. postretirement plans was 3.75% and 4.35% at September 30, 2015 and 2014,
respectively. The Company’s weighted average discount rate on non-U.S. plans was 3.15% and 3.00% at September 30, 2015 and
2014, respectively.
At September 30, 2015, the Company changed the method used to estimate the service and interest components of net periodic
benefit cost for pension and other postretirement benefits for plans that utilize a yield curve approach. This change compared to
the previous method will result in different service and interest components of net periodic benefit cost (credit) in future periods.
Historically, the Company estimated these service and interest cost components utilizing a single weighted-average discount rate
derived from the yield curve used to measure the benefit obligation at the beginning of the period. The Company elected to utilize
a full yield curve approach in the estimation of these components by applying the specific spot rates along the yield curve used in
the determination of the benefit obligation to the relevant projected cash flows. The Company made this change to provide a more
precise measurement of service and interest costs by improving the correlation between projected benefit cash flows to the
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corresponding spot yield curve rates. This change does not affect the measurement of the total benefit obligations or annual net
periodic benefit cost (credit) as the change in the service and interest costs is completely offset in the net actuarial (gain) loss
reported. The change in the service and interest costs going forward is not expected to be significant. The Company has accounted
for this change as a change in accounting estimate.
In estimating the expected return on plan assets, the Company considers the historical returns on plan assets, adjusted for forward-
looking considerations, inflation assumptions and the impact of the active management of the plans’ invested assets. Reflecting
the relatively long-term nature of the plans’ obligations, approximately 44% of the plans’ assets are invested in fixed income
securities and 37% in equity securities, with the remainder primarily invested in alternative investments. For the years ending
September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company’s expected long-term return on U.S. pension plan assets used to determine net periodic
benefit cost was 7.50% and 8.00%, respectively. The actual rate of return on U.S. pension plans was below 7.50% in fiscal 2015
and above 8.00% in fiscal 2014. For the years ending September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company’s weighted average expected
long-term return on non-U.S. pension plan assets was 4.50% and 4.75%, respectively. The actual rate of return on non-U.S. pension
plans approximated 4.50% in fiscal 2015 and was above 4.75% in fiscal 2014. For the years ending September 30, 2015 and 2014,
the Company’s weighted average expected long-term return on postretirement plan assets was 5.75% and 5.80%, respectively.
The actual rate of return on postretirement plan assets was below 5.75% in fiscal 2015 and approximated 5.80% in fiscal 2014.
Beginning in fiscal 2016, the Company believes the long-term rate of return will approximate 7.50%, 4.50% and 5.50% for U.S.
pension, non-U.S. pension and postretirement plans, respectively. Any differences between actual investment results and the
expected long-term asset returns will be reflected in net periodic benefit costs in the fourth quarter of each fiscal year. If the
Company’s actual returns on plan assets are less than the Company’s expectations, additional contributions may be required.
In fiscal 2015, total employer contributions to the defined benefit pension plans were $407 million, of which $317 million were
voluntary contributions made by the Company. The Company expects to contribute approximately $113 million in cash to its
defined benefit pension plans in fiscal 2016. In fiscal 2015, total employer contributions to the postretirement plans were $2 million.
The Company does not expect to make any significant contributions to its postretirement plans in fiscal year 2016.
Based on information provided by its independent actuaries and other relevant sources, the Company believes that the assumptions
used are reasonable; however, changes in these assumptions could impact the Company’s financial position, results of operations
or cash flows.
Product Warranties
The Company offers warranties to its customers depending upon the specific product and terms of the customer purchase agreement.
A typical warranty program requires that the Company replace defective products within a specified time period from the date of
sale. The Company records an estimate of future warranty-related costs based on actual historical return rates and other known
factors. Based on analysis of return rates and other factors, the Company’s warranty provisions are adjusted as necessary. At
September 30, 2015, the Company had recorded $300 million of warranty reserves, including extended warranties for which
deferred revenue is recorded. The Company monitors its warranty activity and adjusts its reserve estimates when it is probable
that future warranty costs will be different than those estimates. Refer to Note 7, "Product Warranties," of the notes to consolidated
financial statements for disclosure of the Company's product warranty liabilities.
Income Taxes
The Company accounts for income taxes in accordance with ASC 740, "Income Taxes." Deferred tax assets and liabilities are
recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between financial statement carrying amounts of existing
assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases and operating loss and other loss carryforwards. Deferred tax assets and liabilities
are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are
expected to be recovered or settled. The Company records a valuation allowance that primarily represents non-U.S. operating and
other loss carryforwards for which realization is uncertain. Management judgment is required in determining the Company’s
provision for income taxes, deferred tax assets and liabilities, and the valuation allowance recorded against the Company’s net
deferred tax assets. In calculating the provision for income taxes on an interim basis, the Company uses an estimate of the annual
effective tax rate based upon the facts and circumstances known at each interim period. On a quarterly basis, the actual effective
tax rate is adjusted as appropriate based upon the actual results as compared to those forecasted at the beginning of the fiscal year.
The Company reviews the realizability of its deferred tax asset valuation allowances on a quarterly basis, or whenever events or
changes in circumstances indicate that a review is required. In determining the requirement for a valuation allowance, the historical
and projected financial results of the legal entity or consolidated group recording the net deferred tax asset are considered, along
with any other positive or negative evidence. Since future financial results may differ from previous estimates, periodic adjustments
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to the Company’s valuation allowances may be necessary. At September 30, 2015, the Company had a valuation allowance of
$1,256 million, of which $643 million relates to net operating loss carryforwards primarily in Brazil, China, France, Slovakia,
Spain and the United Kingdom for which sustainable taxable income has not been demonstrated; and $613 million for other deferred
tax assets.
The Company is subject to income taxes in the U.S. and numerous non-U.S. jurisdictions. Judgment is required in determining its
worldwide provision for income taxes and recording the related assets and liabilities. In the ordinary course of the Company’s
business, there are many transactions and calculations where the ultimate tax determination is uncertain. The Company is regularly
under audit by tax authorities. At September 30, 2015, the Company had unrecognized tax benefits of $1,235 million.
The Company does not generally provide additional U.S. income taxes on undistributed earnings of non-U.S. consolidated
subsidiaries included in shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. Such earnings could become taxable upon the
sale or liquidation of these non-U.S. subsidiaries or upon dividend repatriation. The Company’s intent is for such earnings to be
reinvested by the subsidiaries or to be repatriated only when it would be tax effective through the utilization of foreign tax credits.
Refer to "Capitalization" within the "Liquidity and Capital Resources" section for discussion of domestic and foreign cash
projections.
Refer to Note 18, "Income Taxes," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for the Company's income tax disclosures.
NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
In September 2015, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-16, "Business Combinations (Topic 805):
Simplifying the Accounting for Measurement-Period Adjustments." ASU No. 2015-16 requires that the cumulative impact of a
measurement period adjustment (including the impact on prior periods) be recognized in the reporting period in which the adjustment
is identified. ASU No. 2015-16 was early adopted by the Company in the quarter ended September 30, 2015. The adoption of this
guidance did not have an impact on the Company's consolidated financial condition or results from operations.
In July 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-11, "Simplifying the Measurement of Inventory." ASU No. 2015-11 requires inventory
that is recorded using the first-in, first-out method to be measured at the lower of cost or net realizable value. ASU No. 2015-11
will be effective retrospectively for the Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2017, with early adoption permitted. The
adoption of this guidance is not expected to have a significant impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
In May 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-07, "Disclosures for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value
per Share (or Its Equivalent)." ASU No. 2015-07 removes the requirement to categorize within the fair value hierarchy all
investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. Such investments should be
disclosed separate from the fair value hierarchy. ASU No. 2015-07 will be effective retrospectively for the Company for the quarter
ending December 31, 2016, with early adoption permitted. The adoption of this guidance is not expected to have an impact on the
Company's consolidated financial statements but will impact pension asset disclosures.
In April 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-03, "Interest - Imputation of Interest (Subtopic 835-30): Simplifying the Presentation
of Debt Issuance Costs." ASU No. 2015-03 requires that debt issuance costs related to a recognized debt liability be presented in
the balance sheet as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of the debt liability. ASU No. 2015-03 will be effective
retrospectively for the Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2016, with early adoption permitted. The adoption of this
guidance is not expected to have a significant impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
In February 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-02, "Consolidation (Topic 810): Amendments to the Consolidation Analysis."
ASU No. 2015-02 amends the analysis performed to determine whether a reporting entity should consolidate certain types of legal
entities. ASU No. 2015-02 will be effective retrospectively for the Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2016, with early
adoption permitted. The Company is currently assessing the impact adoption of this guidance will have on its consolidated financial
statements.
In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, "Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606)." ASU No. 2014-09
clarifies the principles for recognizing revenue when an entity either enters into a contract with customers to transfer goods or
services or enters into a contract for the transfer of non-financial assets. The original standard was effective retrospectively for the
Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2017; however in August 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-14, "Revenue
from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606): Deferral of the Effective Date," which defers the effective date of ASU 2014-09 by
one-year for all entities. The new standard will become effective retrospectively for the Company for the quarter ending December
31, 2018, with early adoption permitted, but not before the original effective date. The Company is currently assessing the impact
adoption of this guidance will have on its consolidated financial statements.
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In April 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-08, "Presentation of Financial Statements (Topic 205) and Property, Plant and
Equipment (Topic 360): Reporting Discontinued Operations and Disclosures of Disposals of Components of an Entity." ASU No.
2014-08 limits discontinued operations reporting to situations where the disposal represents a strategic shift that has (or will have)
a major effect on an entity's operations and financial results, and requires expanded disclosures for discontinued operations. ASU
No. 2014-08 will be effective prospectively for the Company for disposals that occur during or after the quarter ending December
31, 2015, with early adoption permitted in certain instances. The impact of this guidance for the Company is dependent on any
future significant dispositions or disposals, including the intended spin-off the Automotive Experience business.
In July 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-11, "Income Taxes (Topic 740): Presentation of an Unrecognized Tax Benefit When
a Net Operating Loss Carryforward, a Similar Tax Loss, or a Tax Credit Carryforward Exists." ASU No. 2013-11 clarifies that
companies should present an unrecognized tax benefit as a reduction to a deferred tax asset for a net operating loss carryforward,
a similar tax loss or a tax credit carryforward. ASU No. 2013-11 was effective for the Company for the quarter ending December
31, 2014. The adoption of this guidance did not have a significant impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
RISK MANAGEMENT
The Company selectively uses derivative instruments to reduce market risk associated with changes in foreign currency,
commodities, interest rates and stock-based compensation. All hedging transactions are authorized and executed pursuant to clearly
defined policies and procedures, which strictly prohibit the use of financial instruments for speculative purposes. At the inception
of the hedge, the Company assesses the effectiveness of the hedge instrument and designates the hedge instrument as either (1) a
hedge of a recognized asset or liability or of a recognized firm commitment (a fair value hedge), (2) a hedge of a forecasted
transaction or of the variability of cash flows to be received or paid related to an unrecognized asset or liability (a cash flow hedge)
or (3) a hedge of a net investment in a non-U.S. operation (a net investment hedge). The Company performs hedge effectiveness
testing on an ongoing basis depending on the type of hedging instrument used. All other derivatives not designated as hedging
instruments under ASC 815, "Derivatives and Hedging," are revalued in the consolidated statements of income.
For all foreign currency derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges, retrospective effectiveness is tested on a monthly
basis using a cumulative dollar offset test. The fair value of the hedged exposures and the fair value of the hedge instruments are
revalued, and the ratio of the cumulative sum of the periodic changes in the value of the hedge instruments to the cumulative sum
of the periodic changes in the value of the hedge is calculated. The hedge is deemed as highly effective if the ratio is between 80%
and 125%. For commodity derivative contracts designated as cash flow hedges, effectiveness is tested using a regression calculation.
Ineffectiveness is minimal as the Company aligns most of the critical terms of its derivatives with the supply contracts.
For net investment hedges, the Company assesses its net investment positions in the non-U.S. operations and compares it with the
outstanding net investment hedges on a quarterly basis. The hedge is deemed effective if the aggregate outstanding principal of
the hedge instruments designated as the net investment hedge in a non-U.S. operation does not exceed the Company’s net investment
positions in the respective non-U.S. operation.
The Company selectively uses interest rate swaps to reduce market risk associated with changes in interest rates for its fixed-rate
bonds. At September 30, 2015, all outstanding interest rate swaps qualify for the long-haul method. The Company assesses
retrospective and prospective effectiveness and records any measured ineffectiveness in the consolidated statements of income on
a monthly basis.
Equity swaps and any other derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments under ASC 815 require no assessment
of effectiveness.
A discussion of the Company’s accounting policies for derivative financial instruments is included in Note 1, "Summary of
Significant Accounting Policies," of the notes to consolidated financial statements, and further disclosure relating to derivatives
and hedging activities is included in Note 10, "Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities," and Note 11, "Fair Value
Measurements," of the notes to consolidated financial statements.
Foreign Exchange
The Company has manufacturing, sales and distribution facilities around the world and thus makes investments and enters into
transactions denominated in various foreign currencies. In order to maintain strict control and achieve the benefits of the Company’s
global diversification, foreign exchange exposures for each currency are netted internally so that only its net foreign exchange
exposures are, as appropriate, hedged with financial instruments.
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The Company hedges 70% to 90% of the nominal amount of each of its known foreign exchange transactional exposures. The
Company primarily enters into foreign currency exchange contracts to reduce the earnings and cash flow impact of the variation
of non-functional currency denominated receivables and payables. Gains and losses resulting from hedging instruments offset the
foreign exchange gains or losses on the underlying assets and liabilities being hedged. The maturities of the forward exchange
contracts generally coincide with the settlement dates of the related transactions. Realized and unrealized gains and losses on these
contracts are recognized in the same period as gains and losses on the hedged items. The Company also selectively hedges anticipated
transactions that are subject to foreign exchange exposure, primarily with foreign currency exchange contracts, which are designated
as cash flow hedges in accordance with ASC 815.
The Company has entered into cross-currency interest rate swaps to selectively hedge portions of its net investment in Japan. The
currency effects of the cross-currency interest rate swaps are reflected in the accumulated other comprehensive income account
within shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. where they offset gains and losses recorded on the Company’s
net investment in Japan.
At September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company estimates that an unfavorable 10% change in the exchange rates would have
decreased net unrealized gains by approximately $234 million and $210 million, respectively.
Interest Rates
The Company uses interest rate swaps to offset its exposure to interest rate movements. In accordance with ASC 815, these
outstanding swaps qualify and are designated as fair value hedges. The Company had twelve interest rate swaps totaling $1.7
billion outstanding at September 30, 2015 and thirteen interest rates swaps totaling $1.8 billion outstanding at September 30, 2014.
A 10% increase in the average cost of the Company’s variable rate debt would have resulted in an unfavorable change in pre-tax
interest expense of approximately $6 million and $7 million for the year ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, respectively.
Commodities
The Company uses commodity hedge contracts in the financial derivatives market in cases where commodity price risk cannot be
naturally offset or hedged through supply base fixed price contracts. Commodity risks are systematically managed pursuant to
policy guidelines. As a cash flow hedge, gains and losses resulting from the hedging instruments offset the gains or losses on
purchases of the underlying commodities that will be used in the business. The maturities of the commodity hedge contracts
coincide with the expected purchase of the commodities.
ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH AND SAFETY AND OTHER MATTERS
The Company’s global operations are governed by environmental laws and worker safety laws. Under various circumstances, these
laws impose civil and criminal penalties and fines, as well as injunctive and remedial relief, for noncompliance and require
remediation at sites where Company-related substances have been released into the environment.
The Company has expended substantial resources globally, both financial and managerial, to comply with applicable environmental
laws and worker safety laws and to protect the environment and workers. The Company believes it is in substantial compliance
with such laws and maintains procedures designed to foster and ensure compliance. However, the Company has been, and in the
future may become, the subject of formal or informal enforcement actions or proceedings regarding noncompliance with such
laws or the remediation of Company-related substances released into the environment. Such matters typically are resolved with
regulatory authorities through commitments to compliance, abatement or remediation programs and in some cases payment of
penalties. Historically, neither such commitments nor penalties imposed on the Company have been material.
Environmental considerations are a part of all significant capital expenditure decisions; however, expenditures in fiscal 2015 related
solely to environmental compliance were not material. Reserves for environmental liabilities totaled $23 million and $24 million
at September 30, 2015 and 2014, respectively. A charge to income is recorded when it is probable that a liability has been incurred
and the amount of the liability is reasonably estimable. The Company’s environmental liabilities do not take into consideration
any possible recoveries of future insurance proceeds. Because of the uncertainties associated with environmental remediation
activities at sites where the Company may be potentially liable, future expenses to remediate identified sites could be considerably
higher than the accrued liability. However, while neither the timing nor the amount of ultimate costs associated with known
environmental remediation matters can be determined at this time, the Company does not expect that these matters will have a
material adverse effect on its financial position, results of operations or cash flows. In addition, the Company has identified asset
retirement obligations for environmental matters that are expected to be addressed at the retirement, disposal, removal or
abandonment of existing owned facilities, primarily in the Power Solutions business. At September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company
recorded conditional asset retirement obligations of $59 million and $52 million, respectively.
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The Company is involved in various lawsuits, claims and proceedings incident to the operation of its businesses, including those
pertaining to product liability, environmental, safety and health, intellectual property, employment, commercial and contractual
matters, and various other casualty matters. Although the outcome of litigation cannot be predicted with certainty and some lawsuits,
claims or proceedings may be disposed of unfavorably to us, it is management’s opinion that none of these will have a material
adverse effect on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows. Costs related to such matters were not
material to the periods presented. Refer to Note 21, "Commitments and Contingencies," of the notes to consolidated financial
statements for additional information.
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QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA
Previously reported quarterly amounts have been revised to reflect the retrospective application of the classification of the GWS
segment as a discontinued operation. Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements
for additional details.
(in millions, except per share data)
(unaudited)
First
Quarter
Second
Quarter
Third
Quarter
Fourth
Quarter
Full
Year
2015
Net sales
Gross profit
Net income (1)
Net income attributable to Johnson
Controls, Inc.
Earnings per share
Basic
Diluted
2014
Net sales
Gross profit
Net income (2)
Net income attributable to Johnson
Controls, Inc.
Earnings per share (3)
Basic
Diluted
$
9,624
$
9,198
$
9,608
$
8,749
$
37,179
1,609
546
507
0.77
0.76
1,573
557
529
0.81
0.80
1,706
207
178
0.27
0.27
1,559
369
349
0.54
0.53
6,447
1,679
1,563
2.39
2.36
$
9,497
$
9,467
$
9,833
$
9,952
$
38,749
1,506
505
469
0.70
0.69
1,472
293
261
0.39
0.39
1,580
199
176
0.26
0.26
1,747
346
309
0.46
0.46
6,305
1,343
1,215
1.82
1.80
(1)
(2)
The fiscal 2015 first quarter net income includes $20 million for transaction and integration costs. The fiscal 2015 second
quarter net income includes $28 million for transaction and integration costs, and a $200 million gain on divestiture of two
GWS joint ventures within discontinued operations. The fiscal 2015 third quarter net income includes $48 million for
transaction, integration, and separation costs. The fiscal 2015 fourth quarter net income includes $422 million of net mark-
to-market losses on pension and postretirement plans, $397 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs, a
$145 million gain on divestiture of the Interiors business, $82 million for transaction, integration and separation costs, and
a $940 million gain on the divestiture of GWS within discontinued operations. The preceding amounts are stated on a pre-
tax basis.
The fiscal 2014 third quarter net income includes $162 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs, a $95
million loss on business divestiture, divestitures-related losses of $105 million within discontinued operations, and $20
million for transaction and integration costs. The fiscal 2014 fourth quarter net income includes $274 million of net mark-
to-market losses on pension and postretirement plans, $162 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs, $23
million for transaction and integration costs, and a $16 million pension settlement loss. The preceding amounts are stated
on a pre-tax basis.
(3)
Due to the use of the weighted-average shares outstanding for each quarter for computing earnings per share, the sum of
the quarterly per share amounts may not equal the per share amount for the year.
ITEM 7A
QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
See "Risk Management" included in Item 7 - Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations.
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ITEM 8
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA
Index to Consolidated Financial Statements
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Consolidated Statements of Income for the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the years ended September 30, 2015,
2014 and 2013
Consolidated Statements of Financial Position as of September 30, 2015 and 2014
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity Attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. for the years
ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Schedule II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
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57
58
59
60
61
62
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Board of Directors and Shareholders of Johnson Controls, Inc.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements listed in the accompanying index present fairly, in all material respects, the financial
position of Johnson Controls, Inc. and its subsidiaries at September 30, 2015 and 2014, and the results of their operations and their cash
flows for each of the three years in the period ended September 30, 2015 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in
the United States of America. In addition, in our opinion, the financial statement schedule listed in the accompanying index presents
fairly, in all material respects, the information set forth therein when read in conjunction with the related consolidated financial statements.
Also in our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of September
30, 2015, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). The Company's management is responsible for these financial statements and
financial statement schedule, for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness
of internal control over financial reporting, included in Management's Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting appearing
under Item 9A. Our responsibility is to express opinions on these financial statements, on the financial statement schedule, and on the
Company's internal control over financial reporting based on our integrated audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with the
standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the
audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement and whether effective
internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audits of the financial statements included examining,
on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and
significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. Our audit of internal control over
financial reporting included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material
weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our
audits also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audits provide
a reasonable basis for our opinions.
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of
financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (i) pertain to the maintenance
of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (ii) provide
reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations
of management and directors of the company; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of
unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections
of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in
conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
November 18, 2015
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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Income
(in millions, except per share data)
Net sales
Products and systems*
Services*
Cost of sales
Products and systems*
Services*
Gross profit
Selling, general and administrative expenses
Restructuring and impairment costs
Net financing charges
Equity income
Income from continuing operations before income taxes
Income tax provision
Income from continuing operations
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax (Note 3)
Net income
Income from continuing operations attributable to noncontrolling interests
Income from discontinued operations attributable to noncontrolling interests
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
Amounts attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. common shareholders:
Income from continuing operations
Income (loss) from discontinued operations
Net income
Basic earnings (loss) per share attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations
Net income **
Diluted earnings (loss) per share attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations
Net income **
Year Ended September 30,
2014
2013
2015
$
33,513
3,666
37,179
28,214
2,518
30,732
6,447
(3,986)
(397)
(288)
375
2,151
600
1,551
128
1,679
112
4
$
34,978
3,771
38,749
29,910
2,534
32,444
6,305
(4,216)
(324)
(244)
395
1,916
407
1,509
(166)
1,343
105
23
33,092
4,053
37,145
28,189
2,810
30,999
6,146
(3,627)
(903)
(247)
399
1,768
674
1,094
203
1,297
102
17
1,563
$
1,215
$
1,178
1,439
124
1,563
2.20
0.19
2.39
2.18
0.19
2.36
$
$
$
$
$
$
1,404
(189)
1,215
2.11
(0.28)
1.82
2.08
(0.28)
1.80
$
$
$
$
$
$
992
186
1,178
1.45
0.27
1.72
1.44
0.27
1.71
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
*
Products and systems consist of Automotive Experience and Power Solutions products and systems and Building Efficiency
installed systems. Services are Building Efficiency technical services.
** Certain items do not sum due to rounding.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
(in millions)
Net income
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
$
1,679
$
1,343
$
1,297
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Realized and unrealized losses on derivatives
Realized and unrealized gains (losses) on marketable common stock
Pension and postretirement plans
Other comprehensive loss
Total comprehensive income
Comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests
(825)
(10)
—
(10)
(845)
834
91
(642)
(3)
(7)
(5)
(657)
686
126
(20)
(5)
2
(16)
(39)
1,258
120
Comprehensive income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
$
743
$
560
$
1,138
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
(in millions, except par value and share data)
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable, less allowance for doubtful
accounts of $82 and $72, respectively
Inventories
Assets held for sale
Other current assets
Current assets
Property, plant and equipment - net
Goodwill
Other intangible assets - net
Investments in partially-owned affiliates
Noncurrent assets held for sale
Other noncurrent assets
Total assets
Liabilities and Equity
Short-term debt
Current portion of long-term debt
Accounts payable
Accrued compensation and benefits
Liabilities held for sale
Other current liabilities
Current liabilities
Long-term debt
Pension and postretirement benefits
Other noncurrent liabilities
Long-term liabilities
Commitments and contingencies (Note 21)
Redeemable noncontrolling interests
Common stock, $1.00 par value, shares authorized: 1,800,000,000
shares issued: 2015 - 717,039,108; 2014 - 706,761,661
Capital in excess of par value
Retained earnings
Treasury stock, at cost (2015 - 69,671,840; 2014 - 41,264,918 shares)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
Noncontrolling interests
Total equity
Total liabilities and equity
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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$
$
$
September 30,
2015
2014
$
597
$
5,751
2,377
55
2,313
11,093
5,870
6,824
1,516
2,143
—
2,227
29,673
52
813
5,174
1,090
42
3,324
10,495
5,745
767
1,915
8,427
$
$
409
5,871
2,477
2,157
2,193
13,107
6,314
7,127
1,639
1,018
630
2,969
32,804
183
140
5,270
1,124
1,801
3,176
11,694
6,357
865
2,132
9,354
212
194
717
3,030
10,838
(3,152)
(1,057)
10,376
163
10,539
29,673
$
707
2,669
9,956
(1,784)
(237)
11,311
251
11,562
32,804
Johnson Controls, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(in millions)
Operating Activities
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
Income from continuing operations attributable to noncontrolling interests
Income from discontinued operations attributable to noncontrolling interests
Net income
Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization
Pension and postretirement benefit expense (income)
Pension and postretirement contributions
Equity in earnings of partially-owned affiliates, net of dividends received
Deferred income taxes
Non-cash restructuring and impairment charges
Loss (gain) on divestitures - net
Fair value adjustment of equity investment
Equity-based compensation
Other
Changes in assets and liabilities, excluding acquisitions and divestitures:
Receivables
Inventories
Other assets
Restructuring reserves
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
Accrued income taxes
Cash provided by operating activities
Investing Activities
Capital expenditures
Sale of property, plant and equipment
Acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired
Business divestitures
Changes in long-term investments
Other
Cash provided (used) by investing activities
Financing Activities
Increase (decrease) in short-term debt - net
Increase in long-term debt
Repayment of long-term debt
Stock repurchases
Payment of cash dividends
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options
Cash paid to acquire a noncontrolling interest
Other
Cash used by financing activities
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
Change in cash held for sale
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Year Ended September 30,
2014
2013
2015
$
$
1,563
112
4
1,679
$
1,215
105
23
1,343
860
396
(409)
(144)
327
183
(1,340)
—
90
(1)
(297)
(99)
(113)
(6)
348
126
1,600
(1,135)
37
(22)
1,646
(44)
(12)
470
(68)
299
(191)
(1,362)
(657)
275
(38)
(79)
(1,821)
(81)
20
188
409
597
$
955
321
(161)
(153)
(329)
181
111
(38)
82
(2)
(18)
(311)
(192)
(31)
440
197
2,395
(1,199)
79
(1,733)
225
19
16
(2,593)
73
2,001
(833)
(1,249)
(568)
186
(5)
(17)
(412)
(20)
(16)
(646)
1,055
409
$
$
1,178
102
17
1,297
952
(475)
(97)
(86)
273
586
(483)
(106)
64
(21)
(182)
(97)
(181)
234
686
322
2,686
(1,377)
116
(123)
761
(10)
53
(580)
(197)
114
(490)
(350)
(513)
254
(64)
32
(1,214)
(98)
(4)
790
265
1,055
Johnson Controls, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity Attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
Total
Common
Stock
Capital in
Excess of
Par Value
Retained
Earnings
Treasury
Stock,
at Cost
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
$
11,625
$
688
$
2,047
$
8,611
$
1,178
(179) $
—
(in millions, except per share data)
At September 30, 2012
Comprehensive income (loss)
Cash dividends
Common ($0.76 per share)
Redemption value adjustment attributable to
redeemable noncontrolling interests
Repurchases of common stock
Other, including options exercised
At September 30, 2013
Comprehensive income (loss)
Cash dividends
Common ($0.88 per share)
Repurchases of common stock
Other, including options exercised
At September 30, 2014
Comprehensive income (loss)
Cash dividends
Common ($1.04 per share)
Repurchases of common stock
Other, including options exercised
At September 30, 2015
1,138
(520)
59
(350)
362
12,314
560
(586)
(1,249)
272
11,311
743
(681)
(1,362)
365
10,376
$
$
—
—
—
—
12
700
—
—
—
7
707
—
—
—
10
717
$
—
—
—
—
352
2,399
—
—
—
270
2,669
—
—
—
361
3,030
(520)
—
59
—
—
9,328
1,215
(586)
—
(1)
9,956
1,563
—
(350)
(2)
(531)
—
—
(1,249)
(4)
(1,784)
—
458
(40)
—
—
—
—
418
(655)
—
—
—
(237)
(820)
(681)
—
—
10,838
$
—
(1,362)
(6)
(3,152) $
$
—
—
—
(1,057)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.
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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
1.
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Principles of Consolidation
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Johnson Controls, Inc. and its domestic and non-U.S. subsidiaries
that are consolidated in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (U.S. GAAP).
All significant intercompany transactions have been eliminated. Investments in partially-owned affiliates are accounted for by the
equity method when the Company’s interest exceeds 20% and the Company does not have a controlling interest.
Under certain criteria as provided for in Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification (ASC)
810, "Consolidation," the Company may consolidate a partially-owned affiliate. To determine whether to consolidate a partially-
owned affiliate, the Company first determines if the entity is a variable interest entity (VIE). An entity is considered to be a VIE
if it has one of the following characteristics: 1) the entity is thinly capitalized; 2) residual equity holders do not control the entity;
3) equity holders are shielded from economic losses or do not participate fully in the entity’s residual economics; or 4) the entity
was established with non-substantive voting. If the entity meets one of these characteristics, the Company then determines if it is
the primary beneficiary of the VIE. The party with the power to direct activities of the VIE that most significantly impact the VIE’s
economic performance and the potential to absorb benefits or losses that could be significant to the VIE is considered the primary
beneficiary and consolidates the VIE. If the entity is not considered a VIE, then the Company applies the voting interest model to
determine whether or not the Company shall consolidate the partially-owned affiliate.
Consolidated VIEs
Based upon the criteria set forth in ASC 810, the Company has determined that it was the primary beneficiary in three VIEs for
the reporting periods ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, as the Company absorbs significant economics of the entities and has
the power to direct the activities that are considered most significant to the entities.
Two of the VIEs manufacture products in North America for the automotive industry. The Company funds the entities’ short-term
liquidity needs through revolving credit facilities and has the power to direct the activities that are considered most significant to
the entities through its key customer supply relationships.
In fiscal 2012, a pre-existing VIE accounted for under the equity method was reorganized into three separate investments as a
result of the counterparty exercising its option to put its interest to the Company. The Company acquired additional interests in
two of the reorganized group entities. The reorganized group entities are considered to be VIEs as the other owner party has been
provided decision making rights but does not have equity at risk. The Company is considered the primary beneficiary of one of
the entities due to the Company’s power pertaining to decisions over significant activities of the entity. As such, this VIE has been
consolidated within the Company’s consolidated statements of financial position. The impact of consolidation of the entity on the
Company’s consolidated statements of income for the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 was not material. The VIE
is named as a co-obligor under a third party debt agreement of $160 million, maturing in fiscal 2020, under which it could become
subject to paying more than its allocated share of the third party debt in the event of bankruptcy of one or more of the other co-
obligors. The other co-obligors, all related parties in which the Company is an equity investor, consist of the remaining group
entities involved in the reorganization. As part of the overall reorganization transaction, the Company has also provided financial
support to the group entities in the form of loans totaling $60 million, which are subordinate to the third party debt agreement.
The Company is a significant customer of certain co-obligors, resulting in a remote possibility of loss. Additionally, the Company
is subject to a floor guaranty expiring in fiscal 2022; in the event that the other owner party no longer owns any part of the group
entities due to sale or transfer, the Company has guaranteed that the proceeds received from the sale or transfer will not be less
than $25 million. The Company has partnered with the group entities to design and manufacture battery components for the Power
Solutions business.
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The carrying amounts and classification of assets (none of which are restricted) and liabilities included in the Company’s
consolidated statements of financial position for the consolidated VIEs are as follows (in millions):
Current assets
Noncurrent assets
Total assets
Current liabilities
Noncurrent liabilities
Total liabilities
September 30,
2015
2014
$
$
$
$
281
128
409
232
34
266
$
$
$
$
218
138
356
189
37
226
The Company did not have a significant variable interest in any other consolidated VIEs for the presented reporting periods.
Nonconsolidated VIEs
As mentioned previously within the "Consolidated VIEs" section above, in fiscal 2012, a pre-existing VIE was reorganized into
three separate investments as a result of the counterparty exercising its option to put its interest to the Company. The reorganized
group entities are considered to be VIEs as the other owner party has been provided decision making rights but does not have
equity at risk. The Company is not considered to be the primary beneficiary of two of the entities as the Company cannot make
key operating decisions considered to be most significant to the VIEs. Therefore, the entities are accounted for under the equity
method of accounting as the Company’s interest exceeds 20% and the Company does not have a controlling interest. The Company’s
maximum exposure to loss includes the partially-owned affiliate investment balance of $62 million and $59 million at September 30,
2015 and 2014, respectively, as well as the subordinated loan from the Company, third party debt agreement and floor guaranty
mentioned previously within the "Consolidated VIEs" section above. Current liabilities due to the VIEs are not material and
represent normal course of business trade payables for all presented periods.
The Company did not have a significant variable interest in any other nonconsolidated VIEs for the presented reporting periods.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and
assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date
of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could
differ from those estimates.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
The fair values of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, short-term debt and accounts payable approximate their carrying
values. See Note 10, "Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities," and Note 11, "Fair Value Measurements," of the notes to
consolidated financial statements for fair value of financial instruments, including derivative instruments, hedging activities and
long-term debt.
Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale
The Company classifies assets and liabilities (disposal groups) to be sold as held for sale in the period in which all of the following
criteria are met: management, having the authority to approve the action, commits to a plan to sell the disposal group; the disposal
group is available for immediate sale in its present condition subject only to terms that are usual and customary for sales of such
disposal groups; an active program to locate a buyer and other actions required to complete the plan to sell the disposal group have
been initiated; the sale of the disposal group is probable, and transfer of the disposal group is expected to qualify for recognition
as a completed sale within one year, except if events or circumstances beyond the Company's control extend the period of time
required to sell the disposal group beyond one year; the disposal group is being actively marketed for sale at a price that is reasonable
in relation to its current fair value; and actions required to complete the plan indicate that it is unlikely that significant changes to
the plan will be made or that the plan will be withdrawn.
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The Company initially measures a disposal group that is classified as held for sale at the lower of its carrying value or fair value
less any costs to sell. Any loss resulting from this measurement is recognized in the period in which the held for sale criteria are
met. Conversely, gains are not recognized on the sale of a disposal group until the date of sale. The Company assesses the fair
value of a disposal group less any costs to sell each reporting period it remains classified as held for sale and reports any subsequent
changes as an adjustment to the carrying value of the disposal group, as long as the new carrying value does not exceed the carrying
value of the disposal group at the time it was initially classified as held for sale.
Upon determining that a disposal group meets the criteria to be classified as held for sale, the Company reports the assets and
liabilities of the disposal group, if material, in the line items assets held for sale, noncurrent assets held for sale and liabilities held
for sale in the consolidated statements of financial position. Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes to consolidated
financial statements for further information.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
The Company considers all highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less when purchased to be cash
equivalents.
Receivables
Receivables consist of amounts billed and currently due from customers and unbilled costs and accrued profits related to revenues
on long-term contracts that have been recognized for accounting purposes but not yet billed to customers. The Company extends
credit to customers in the normal course of business and maintains an allowance for doubtful accounts resulting from the inability
or unwillingness of customers to make required payments. The allowance for doubtful accounts is based on historical experience,
existing economic conditions and any specific customer collection issues the Company has identified. The Company enters into
supply chain financing programs to sell certain accounts receivable without recourse to third-party financial institutions. Sales of
accounts receivable are reflected as a reduction of accounts receivable on the consolidated balance sheets and the proceeds are
included in cash flows from operating activities in the consolidated statements of cash flows.
Inventories
Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market using the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method. Finished goods and work-in-process
inventories include material, labor and manufacturing overhead costs.
Pre-Production Costs Related to Long-Term Supply Arrangements
The Company’s policy for engineering, research and development, and other design and development costs related to products
that will be sold under long-term supply arrangements requires such costs to be expensed as incurred or capitalized if reimbursement
from the customer is contractually assured. Income related to recovery of these costs is recorded within selling, general and
administrative expense in the consolidated statements of income. At September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company recorded within
the consolidated statements of financial position approximately $299 million and $265 million, respectively, of engineering and
research and development costs for which customer reimbursement is contractually assured. The reimbursable costs are recorded
in other current assets if reimbursement will occur in less than one year and in other noncurrent assets if reimbursement will occur
beyond one year.
Costs for molds, dies and other tools used to make products that will be sold under long-term supply arrangements are capitalized
within property, plant and equipment if the Company has title to the assets or has the non-cancelable right to use the assets during
the term of the supply arrangement. Capitalized items, if specifically designed for a supply arrangement, are amortized over the
term of the arrangement; otherwise, amounts are amortized over the estimated useful lives of the assets. The carrying values of
assets capitalized in accordance with the foregoing policy are periodically reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes
in circumstances indicate that its carrying amount may not be recoverable. At September 30, 2015 and 2014, approximately $60
million and $96 million, respectively, of costs for molds, dies and other tools were capitalized within property, plant and equipment
which represented assets to which the Company had title. In addition, at September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company recorded
within the consolidated statements of financial position in other current assets approximately $134 million and $151 million,
respectively, of costs for molds, dies and other tools for which customer reimbursement is contractually assured.
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Property, Plant and Equipment
Property, plant and equipment are recorded at cost. Depreciation is provided over the estimated useful lives of the respective assets
using the straight-line method for financial reporting purposes and accelerated methods for income tax purposes. The estimated
useful lives range from 3 to 40 years for buildings and improvements and from 3 to 15 years for machinery and equipment.
The Company capitalizes interest on borrowings during the active construction period of major capital projects. Capitalized interest
is added to the cost of the underlying assets and is amortized over the useful lives of the assets.
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
Goodwill reflects the cost of an acquisition in excess of the fair values assigned to identifiable net assets acquired. The Company
reviews goodwill for impairment during the fourth fiscal quarter or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate
the asset might be impaired. The Company performs impairment reviews for its reporting units, which have been determined to
be the Company’s reportable segments or one level below the reportable segments in certain instances, using a fair value method
based on management’s judgments and assumptions or third party valuations. The fair value of a reporting unit refers to the price
that would be received to sell the unit as a whole in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.
In estimating the fair value, the Company uses multiples of earnings based on the average of historical, published multiples of
earnings of comparable entities with similar operations and economic characteristics. In certain instances, the Company uses
discounted cash flow analyses or estimated sales price to further support the fair value estimates. The inputs utilized in the analyses
are classified as Level 3 inputs within the fair value hierarchy as defined in ASC 820, "Fair Value Measurement." The estimated
fair value is then compared with the carrying amount of the reporting unit, including recorded goodwill. The Company is subject
to financial statement risk to the extent that the carrying amount exceeds the estimated fair value. Refer to Note 6, "Goodwill and
Other Intangible Assets," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for information regarding the goodwill impairment
testing performed in the fourth quarters of fiscal years 2015, 2014 and 2013.
Indefinite lived other intangible assets are also subject to at least annual impairment testing. Other intangible assets with definite
lives continue to be amortized over their estimated useful lives and are subject to impairment testing if events or changes in
circumstances indicate that the asset might be impaired. A considerable amount of management judgment and assumptions are
required in performing the impairment tests. Refer to Note 17, "Impairment of Long-Lived Assets," of the notes to consolidated
financial statements for information regarding the impairment testing performed in fiscal years 2015, 2014 and 2013.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
The Company reviews long-lived assets, including property, plant and equipment and other intangible assets with definite lives,
for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the asset’s carrying amount may not be recoverable.
The Company conducts its long-lived asset impairment analyses in accordance with ASC 360-10-15, "Impairment or Disposal of
Long-Lived Assets." ASC 360-10-15 requires the Company to group assets and liabilities at the lowest level for which identifiable
cash flows are largely independent of the cash flows of other assets and liabilities and evaluate the asset group against the sum of
the undiscounted future cash flows. If the undiscounted cash flows do not indicate the carrying amount of the asset is recoverable,
an impairment charge is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset group exceeds its fair value based on
discounted cash flow analysis or appraisals. Refer to Note 17, "Impairment of Long-Lived Assets," of the notes to consolidated
financial statements for information regarding the impairment testing performed in fiscal years 2015, 2014 and 2013.
Percentage-of-Completion Contracts
The Building Efficiency business records certain long-term contracts under the percentage-of-completion (POC) method of
accounting. Under this method, sales and gross profit are recognized as work is performed based on the relationship between actual
costs incurred and total estimated costs at completion. The Company records costs and earnings in excess of billings on uncompleted
contracts primarily within accounts receivable and billings in excess of costs and earnings on uncompleted contracts primarily
within other current liabilities in the consolidated statements of financial position. Costs and earnings in excess of billings related
to these contracts were $453 million and $507 million at September 30, 2015 and 2014, respectively. Billings in excess of costs
and earnings related to these contracts were $340 million and $363 million at September 30, 2015 and 2014, respectively.
Revenue Recognition
The Company’s Building Efficiency business recognizes revenue from certain long-term contracts over the contractual period
under the percentage-of-completion method of accounting. This method of accounting recognizes sales and gross profit as work
is performed based on the relationship between actual costs incurred and total estimated costs at completion. Recognized revenues
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that will not be billed under the terms of the contract until a later date are recorded primarily in accounts receivable. Likewise,
contracts where billings to date have exceeded recognized revenues are recorded primarily in other current liabilities. Changes to
the original estimates may be required during the life of the contract and such estimates are reviewed monthly. Sales and gross
profit are adjusted using the cumulative catch-up method for revisions in estimated total contract costs and contract values. Estimated
losses are recorded when identified. Claims against customers are recognized as revenue upon settlement. The amount of accounts
receivable due after one year is not significant. The use of the POC method of accounting involves considerable use of estimates
in determining revenues, costs and profits and in assigning the amounts to accounting periods. The periodic reviews have not
resulted in adjustments that were significant to the Company’s results of operations. The Company continually evaluates all of the
assumptions, risks and uncertainties inherent with the application of the POC method of accounting.
The Building Efficiency business enters into extended warranties and long-term service and maintenance agreements with certain
customers. For these arrangements, revenue is recognized on a straight-line basis over the respective contract term.
The Company’s Building Efficiency business also sells certain heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration
products and services in bundled arrangements, where multiple products and/or services are involved. In accordance with ASU
No. 2009-13, "Revenue Recognition (Topic 605): Multiple-Deliverable Revenue Arrangements - A Consensus of the FASB
Emerging Issues Task Force," the Company divides bundled arrangements into separate deliverables and revenue is allocated to
each deliverable based on the relative selling price method. Significant deliverables within these arrangements include equipment,
commissioning, service labor and extended warranties. In order to estimate relative selling price, market data and transfer price
studies are utilized. Approximately four to twelve months separate the timing of the first deliverable until the last piece of equipment
is delivered, and there may be extended warranty arrangements with duration of one to five years commencing upon the end of
the standard warranty period.
In all other cases, the Company recognizes revenue at the time title passes to the customer or as services are performed.
Research and Development Costs
Expenditures for research activities relating to product development and improvement are charged against income as incurred and
included within selling, general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of income. Such expenditures for the
years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 were $733 million, $792 million and $791 million, respectively. A portion of the
costs associated with these activities is reimbursed by customers and, for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and
2013 were $364 million, $352 million and $347 million, respectively.
Earnings Per Share
The Company presents both basic and diluted earnings per share (EPS) amounts. Basic EPS is calculated by dividing net income
attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the reporting period.
Diluted EPS is calculated by dividing net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. by the weighted average number of common
shares and common equivalent shares outstanding during the reporting period that are calculated using the treasury stock method
for stock options and unvested restricted stock. See Note 13, "Earnings per Share," of the notes to consolidated financial statements
for the calculation of earnings per share.
Foreign Currency Translation
Substantially all of the Company’s international operations use the respective local currency as the functional currency. Assets
and liabilities of international entities have been translated at period-end exchange rates, and income and expenses have been
translated using average exchange rates for the period. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in non-functional currencies
are adjusted to reflect period-end exchange rates. The aggregate transaction losses, net of the impact of foreign currency hedges,
included in net income for the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 were $119 million, $8 million and $25 million,
respectively.
Derivative Financial Instruments
The Company has written policies and procedures that place all financial instruments under the direction of corporate treasury
and restrict all derivative transactions to those intended for hedging purposes. The use of financial instruments for speculative
purposes is strictly prohibited. The Company uses financial instruments to manage the market risk from changes in foreign exchange
rates, commodity prices, stock-based compensation liabilities and interest rates.
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The fair values of all derivatives are recorded in the consolidated statements of financial position. The change in a derivative’s
fair value is recorded each period in current earnings or accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI), depending on whether
the derivative is designated as part of a hedge transaction and if so, the type of hedge transaction. See Note 10, "Derivative
Instruments and Hedging Activities," and Note 11, "Fair Value Measurements," of the notes to consolidated financial statements
for disclosure of the Company’s derivative instruments and hedging activities.
Pension and Postretirement Benefits
The Company utilizes a mark-to-market approach for recognizing pension and postretirement benefit expenses, including
measuring the market related value of plan assets at fair value and recognizing actuarial gains and losses in the fourth quarter of
each fiscal year or at the date of a remeasurement event. Refer to Note 15, "Retirement Plans," of the notes to consolidated financial
statements for disclosure of the Company's pension and postretirement benefit plans.
Retrospective Changes
Certain amounts as of September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013, as described below, have been revised to conform to the current year’s
presentation.
At March 31, 2015, the Company determined that its Building Efficiency Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) segment met the
criteria to be classified as a discontinued operation, which required retrospective application to financial information for all periods
presented. Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information
regarding the Company's discontinued operations.
New Accounting Pronouncements
In September 2015, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-16, "Business Combinations (Topic 805):
Simplifying the Accounting for Measurement-Period Adjustments." ASU No. 2015-16 requires that the cumulative impact of a
measurement period adjustment (including the impact on prior periods) be recognized in the reporting period in which the adjustment
is identified. ASU No. 2015-16 was early adopted by the Company in the quarter ended September 30, 2015. The adoption of this
guidance did not have an impact on the Company's consolidated financial condition or results from operations.
In July 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-11, "Simplifying the Measurement of Inventory." ASU No. 2015-11 requires inventory
that is recorded using the first-in, first-out method to be measured at the lower of cost or net realizable value. ASU No. 2015-11
will be effective retrospectively for the Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2017, with early adoption permitted. The
adoption of this guidance is not expected to have a significant impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
In May 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-07, "Disclosures for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value
per Share (or Its Equivalent)." ASU No. 2015-07 removes the requirement to categorize within the fair value hierarchy all
investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. Such investments should be
disclosed separate from the fair value hierarchy. ASU No. 2015-07 will be effective retrospectively for the Company for the quarter
ending December 31, 2016, with early adoption permitted. The adoption of this guidance is not expected to have an impact on the
Company's consolidated financial statements but will impact pension asset disclosures.
In April 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-03, "Interest - Imputation of Interest (Subtopic 835-30): Simplifying the Presentation
of Debt Issuance Costs." ASU No. 2015-03 requires that debt issuance costs related to a recognized debt liability be presented in
the balance sheet as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of the debt liability. ASU No. 2015-03 will be effective
retrospectively for the Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2016, with early adoption permitted. The adoption of this
guidance is not expected to have a significant impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
In February 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-02, "Consolidation (Topic 810): Amendments to the Consolidation Analysis."
ASU No. 2015-02 amends the analysis performed to determine whether a reporting entity should consolidate certain types of legal
entities. ASU No. 2015-02 will be effective retrospectively for the Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2016, with early
adoption permitted. The Company is currently assessing the impact adoption of this guidance will have on its consolidated financial
statements.
In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, "Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606)." ASU No. 2014-09
clarifies the principles for recognizing revenue when an entity either enters into a contract with customers to transfer goods or
services or enters into a contract for the transfer of non-financial assets. The original standard was effective retrospectively for the
Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2017; however in August 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-14, "Revenue
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from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606): Deferral of the Effective Date," which defers the effective date of ASU 2014-09 by
one-year for all entities. The new standard will become effective retrospectively for the Company for the quarter ending December
31, 2018, with early adoption permitted, but not before the original effective date. The Company is currently assessing the impact
adoption of this guidance will have on its consolidated financial statements.
In April 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-08, "Presentation of Financial Statements (Topic 205) and Property, Plant and
Equipment (Topic 360): Reporting Discontinued Operations and Disclosures of Disposals of Components of an Entity." ASU No.
2014-08 limits discontinued operations reporting to situations where the disposal represents a strategic shift that has (or will have)
a major effect on an entity's operations and financial results, and requires expanded disclosures for discontinued operations. ASU
No. 2014-08 will be effective prospectively for the Company for disposals that occur during or after the quarter ending December
31, 2015, with early adoption permitted in certain instances. The impact of this guidance for the Company is dependent on any
future significant dispositions or disposals, including the intended spin-off the Automotive Experience business.
In July 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-11, "Income Taxes (Topic 740): Presentation of an Unrecognized Tax Benefit When
a Net Operating Loss Carryforward, a Similar Tax Loss, or a Tax Credit Carryforward Exists." ASU No. 2013-11 clarifies that
companies should present an unrecognized tax benefit as a reduction to a deferred tax asset for a net operating loss carryforward,
a similar tax loss or a tax credit carryforward. ASU No. 2013-11 was effective for the Company for the quarter ending December
31, 2014. The adoption of this guidance did not have a significant impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
2.
ACQUISITIONS AND DIVESTITURES
During fiscal 2015, the Company completed three acquisitions for a combined purchase price, net of cash acquired, of $47 million,
$18 million of which was paid as of September 30, 2015. The acquisitions in the aggregate were not material to the Company’s
consolidated financial statements. In connection with the acquisitions, the Company recorded goodwill of $9 million.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015, the Company completed the sale of its GWS business to CBRE Group, Inc. The selling price,
net of cash divested, was $1.4 billion, all of which was received as of September 30, 2015. In connection with the sale, the Company
recorded a $940 million gain, $643 million net of tax, within income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax, on the
consolidated statements of income and reduced goodwill in assets held for sale by $220 million. At March 31, 2015, the Company
determined that the GWS segment met the criteria to be classified as a discontinued operation. Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued
Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further disclosure related to the Company's discontinued
operations.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015, the Company completed its global automotive interiors joint venture with Yanfeng Automotive
Trim Systems. In connection with the divestiture of the Interiors business, the Company recorded a $145 million gain, $38 million
net of tax. The pre-tax gain is recorded within selling, general and administrative expenses on the consolidated statements of
income and reduced goodwill in assets held for sale by $21 million.
Also during fiscal 2015, the Company completed four additional divestitures for a combined sales price of $119 million, $86
million of which was received as of September 30, 2015. The divestitures were not material to the Company's consolidated financial
statements. In connection with the divestitures, the Company recorded a gain of $45 million within selling, general and
administrative expenses on the consolidated statements of income and reduced goodwill by $16 million in the Building Efficiency
North America Systems and Service segment and recorded a gain of $10 million within selling, general and administrative expenses
on the consolidated statements of income and reduced goodwill by $4 million in the Automotive Experience Seating segment.
In the first nine months of fiscal 2015, the Company adjusted the purchase price allocation of the fiscal 2014 acquisition of Air
Distribution Technologies Inc. (ADT). The adjustment was made as a result of a true-up to the purchase price in the amount of $4
million, all of which was paid as of September 30, 2015. Also, in connection with this acquisition, the Company recorded additional
goodwill of $34 million in fiscal 2015 related to the final purchase price allocation.
In the second quarter of fiscal 2015, the Company signed a definitive agreement to create a joint venture with certain Hitachi
entities to expand its Building Efficiency product offerings. The formation of the joint venture closed on October 1, 2015.
In the second quarter of fiscal 2015, the Company completed the sale of its interests in two GWS joint ventures to Brookfield
Asset Management, Inc. The selling price, net of cash divested, was $141 million, all of which was received as of September 30,
2015. In connection with the sale, the Company recorded a $200 million gain, $127 million net of tax, within income (loss) from
discontinued operations, net of tax, on the consolidated statements of income and reduced goodwill in assets held for sale by $20
million.
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In the third quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company completed its purchase of ADT for approximately $1.6 billion, net of cash acquired,
all of which was paid as of June 30, 2014. ADT is one of the largest independent providers of air distribution and ventilation
products in North America. In the third quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company completed a public offering of $1.7 billion aggregate
principal amount of fixed rate senior notes to finance the purchase of ADT. In fiscal 2014, the Company recorded goodwill of
$837 million in the Building Efficiency Other segment as a result of the ADT acquisition. The Company also recorded approximately
$477 million of intangible assets that are subject to amortization, of which approximately $475 million was assigned to customer
relationships with useful lives between 18 and 20 years. In addition, the Company recorded approximately $230 million of trade
names that are not subject to amortization.
Also during fiscal 2014, the Company completed four additional acquisitions for a combined purchase price, net of cash acquired,
of $144 million, all of which was paid as of September 30, 2014. The acquisitions in the aggregate were not material to the
Company's consolidated financial statements. In connection with the acquisitions, the Company recorded goodwill of $140 million.
Three of the acquisitions increased the Company's ownership from a noncontrolling to controlling interest. As a result, the Company
recorded a combined non-cash gain of $38 million in equity income to adjust the Company's existing equity investments in the
partially-owned affiliates to fair value. The $38 million gain includes $19 million for the Power Solutions business and $19 million
for the Building Efficiency Asia business.
In the third quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company completed the divestiture of the Automotive Experience Interiors headliner and
sun visor product lines. As part of this divestiture, the Company made a cash payment of $54 million to the buyer to fund future
operational improvement initiatives. The Company recorded a pre-tax loss on divestiture, including transaction costs, of $95 million
within selling, general and administrative expenses on the consolidated statements of income. The tax impact of the divestiture
was income tax expense of $38 million due to the jurisdictional mix of gains and losses on the sale, which resulted in non-benefited
losses in certain countries and taxable gains in other countries. There was no change in goodwill as a result of this transaction.
In the third quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company recorded a $25 million charge within income (loss) from discontinued operations,
net of tax, on the consolidated statements of income related to the indemnification of certain costs associated with a divested GWS
business in 2004.
In the second quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company announced that it had reached an agreement to sell the remainder of its Automotive
Experience Electronics business to Visteon Corporation, subject to regulatory and other approvals. The sale closed on July 1, 2014.
The cash proceeds from the sale were $266 million, all of which was received as of September 30, 2014. At March 31, 2014, the
Company determined that the Automotive Experience Electronics segment met the criteria to be classified as a discontinued
operation. Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further disclosure
related to the Company's discontinued operations.
In the first quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company completed one additional divestiture for a sales price of $13 million, all of which
was received as of September 30, 2014. The divestiture was not material to the Company’s consolidated financial statements. In
connection with the divestiture, the Company recorded a gain, net of transaction costs, of $9 million in the Automotive Experience
Interiors segment within selling, general and administrative expenses on the consolidated statements of income. There was no
change in goodwill as a result of this transaction.
During fiscal 2014, the Company adjusted the purchase price allocation of certain fiscal 2013 acquisitions and recorded additional
goodwill of $2 million.
During fiscal 2013, the Company completed three acquisitions for a combined purchase price, net of cash acquired, of $123 million,
all of which was paid as of September 30, 2013. The acquisitions in the aggregate were not material to the Company's consolidated
financial statements. In connection with the acquisitions, the Company recorded goodwill of $266 million. Two of the acquisitions
increased the Company's ownership from a noncontrolling to controlling interest. As a result, the Company recorded a combined
non-cash gain of $106 million in Automotive Experience Seating equity income to adjust the Company's existing equity investments
in the partially-owned affiliates to fair value.
During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company completed its divestiture of its Automotive Experience Electronics'
HomeLink® product line to Gentex Corporation. The selling price was $701 million, all of which was received as of September
30, 2013. In connection with the HomeLink® product line divestiture, the Company recorded a gain, net of transaction costs, of
$476 million and reduced goodwill by $177 million in the Automotive Experience Electronics business.
Also during fiscal 2013, the Company completed two additional divestitures for a combined sales price, net of cash transferred,
of $60 million, all of which was received as of September 30, 2013. The divestitures were not material to the Company's consolidated
financial statements. In connection with the divestitures, the Company recorded a gain of $29 million within selling, general and
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administrative expenses on the consolidated statements of income and reduced goodwill by $15 million in the Automotive
Experience Seating segment, and recorded a loss, net of transaction costs, of $22 million within selling, general and administrative
expenses on the consolidated statements of income in the Building Efficiency Other segment.
3.
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
In the second quarter of fiscal 2015, the Company completed the sale of its interests in two GWS joint ventures to Brookfield
Asset Management, Inc. On March 31, 2015, the Company announced that it had reached a definitive agreement to sell the remainder
of the GWS business to CBRE Group Inc., subject to regulatory and other approvals. The sale closed on September 1, 2015. The
agreement includes a 10-year strategic relationship between the Company and CBRE. The Company will be the preferred provider
of HVAC equipment, building automation systems and related services to the portfolio of real estate and corporate facilities managed
globally by CBRE and GWS. The Company also engages GWS for facility management services. The annual cash flows resulting
from these activities with the legacy GWS business are not expected to be significant.
At March 31, 2015, the Company determined that its GWS segment met the criteria to be classified as a discontinued operation,
which required retrospective application to financial information for all periods presented. The Company did not allocate any
general corporate overhead to discontinued operations. The assets and liabilities of the GWS segment were reflected as held for
sale in the consolidated statements of financial position at September 30, 2014.
The following table summarizes the results of GWS, reclassified as discontinued operations for the fiscal years ended September
30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 (in millions):
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
Net sales
$
3,025
$
4,079
$
4,265
Income from discontinued operations before income taxes
Provision for income taxes on discontinued operations
Income from discontinued operations attributable to
noncontrolling interests, net of tax
1,203
1,075
4
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax
$
124
$
119
75
15
29
$
119
22
12
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For the fiscal year ended September 30, 2015, the income from discontinued operations before income taxes included a $940
million gain on divestiture for the remainder of the GWS business, a $200 million gain on divestiture of the Company's interest
in two GWS joint ventures and current year transaction costs of $87 million. For the fiscal year ended September 30, 2014, the
income from discontinued operations before income taxes included a $25 million charge related to the indemnification of certain
costs associated with a divested GWS business in 2004.
The effective tax rate is different than the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2015 primarily due to $680 million tax expense for repatriation
of cash and other tax reserves, and the tax consequences of the sale of the GWS joint ventures ($73 million) and the remaining
business ($297 million).
The effective tax rate is different than the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2014 primarily due to a tax charge of $35 million related
to the change in the Company's assertion over reinvestment of foreign undistributed earnings as well as a non-benefited loss related
to the indemnification of certain costs associated with a divested business in 2004, partially offset by foreign tax rate differentials.
The effective rate is different than the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2013 primarily due foreign tax rate differentials.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company completed the sale of its Automotive Experience Electronics' HomeLink® product
line to Gentex Corporation. In the second quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company announced that it had reached a definitive agreement
to sell the remainder of the Automotive Experience Electronics business to Visteon Corporation, subject to regulatory and other
approvals. The sale closed on July 1, 2014. At March 31, 2014, the Company determined that the Automotive Experience Electronics
segment met the criteria to be classified as a discontinued operation, which required retrospective application to financial
information for all periods presented. The Company did not allocate any general corporate overhead to discontinued operations.
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There were no amounts related to the Automotive Experience Electronics business classified as discontinued operations for the
fiscal year ended September 30, 2015. The following table summarizes the results of the Automotive Experience Electronics
business, classified as discontinued operations for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 (in millions):
Net sales
Year Ended September 30,
2014
2013
$
1,027
$
1,320
Income (loss) from discontinued operations before income taxes
Provision for income taxes on discontinued operations
Income from discontinued operations attributable to
noncontrolling interests, net of tax
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax
$
(8)
202
8
(218) $
578
472
5
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For the year ended September 30, 2014, the discontinued operations before income taxes included divestiture-related losses of
$80 million comprised of asset and investment impairment charges of $43 million, transaction costs of $27 million and severance
obligations of $10 million. For the year ended September 30, 2013, the discontinued operations before income taxes included a
$476 million gain on divestiture of the HomeLink® product line net of transaction costs, and $28 million of restructuring costs.
For the year ended September 30, 2014, the Company's effective tax rate for discontinued operations was different than the U.S.
federal statutory rate primarily due to a second quarter discrete non-cash tax charge of $180 million related to the repatriation of
foreign cash associated with the divestiture of the Electronics business and unbenefited foreign losses. For the year ended September
30, 2013, the Company's effective tax rate for discontinued operations was different than the U.S. federal statutory rate primarily
due to the tax consequences of the sale of the HomeLink® product line, the change in our assertion over reinvestment of foreign
undistributed earnings and unbenefited foreign losses.
Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale
The Company has determined that certain of its businesses met the criteria to be classified as held for sale. In April 2015, the
Company signed an agreement formally establishing the previously announced automotive interiors joint venture with Yanfeng
Automotive Trim Systems. The formation of the joint venture closed on July 2, 2015. The assets and liabilities to be contributed
to the joint venture were classified as held for sale beginning in the third quarter of fiscal 2014. At March 31, 2015, the Company
determined certain product lines of the Automotive Experience Interiors segment which will not be contributed to the
aforementioned automotive interiors joint venture also met the criteria to be classified as held for sale. As a result, a majority of
the Automotive Experience Interiors business met the criteria to be classified as held for sale.
At September 30, 2015, $55 million of assets and $42 million of liabilities related to certain product lines of the Automotive
Experience Interiors segment which were not contributed to the automotive interiors joint venture were classified as held for sale.
This divestiture could result in a gain or loss on sale to the extent the ultimate selling price differs from the carrying value of the
net assets recorded. The Interiors businesses classified as held for sale do not meet the criteria to be classified as a discontinued
operation at September 30, 2015 primarily due to the Company's continuing involvement in these operations following the
divestiture.
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The following table summarizes the carrying value of the Interiors and GWS assets and liabilities held for sale at September 30,
2014 (in millions):
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable - net
Inventories
Other current assets
Property, plant and equipment - net
Goodwill
Other intangible assets - net
Investments in partially-owned affiliates
Other noncurrent assets
Assets held for sale
Short-term debt
Accounts payable
Accrued compensation and benefits
Other current liabilities
Liabilities held for sale
4.
INVENTORIES
Inventories consisted of the following (in millions):
Raw materials and supplies
Work-in-process
Finished goods
Inventories
September 30, 2014
Global Workplace
Interiors
Solutions
Total
$
— $
20
$
596
209
174
496
12
4
83
35
723
9
57
34
253
35
—
47
$
$
$
1,609
$
1,178
— $
655
24
154
833
$
3
591
128
246
968
$
$
$
20
1,319
218
231
530
265
39
83
82
2,787
3
1,246
152
400
1,801
September 30,
2015
2014
$
$
1,084
$
369
924
2,377
$
1,129
398
950
2,477
5.
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
Property, plant and equipment consisted of the following (in millions):
Buildings and improvements
Machinery and equipment
Construction in progress
Land
Total property, plant and equipment
Less: accumulated depreciation
Property, plant and equipment - net
September 30,
2015
2014
3,067
$
8,192
1,006
338
12,603
(6,733)
5,870
$
3,254
7,944
1,151
370
12,719
(6,405)
6,314
$
$
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Interest costs capitalized during the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 were $25 million, $28 million and $42
million, respectively. Accumulated depreciation related to capital leases at September 30, 2015 and 2014 was $54 million and $29
million, respectively.
The Company is the lessor of properties included in land for $13 million, gross building and improvements for $177 million and
accumulated depreciation of $131 million.
6.
GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS
The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill in each of the Company’s reporting segments for the fiscal years ended
September 30, 2015 and 2014 were as follows (in millions):
Building Efficiency
North America Systems and
Service
Global Workplace Solutions
Asia
Other
Automotive Experience
Seating
Interiors
Power Solutions
Total
Building Efficiency
North America Systems and
Service
Asia
Other
Automotive Experience
Seating
Interiors
Power Solutions
Total
September 30,
2013
Business
Acquisitions
Business
Divestitures
Impairments
Currency
Translation
and Other
September 30,
2014
$
1,228
$
— $
— $
— $
(1) $
1,227
257
388
1,003
2,659
—
1,054
$
6,589
$
—
34
837
2
—
106
979
(253)
—
—
—
(12)
—
—
—
(47)
—
—
—
(4)
(8)
(5)
(105)
12
(18)
$
(265) $
(47) $
(129) $
—
414
1,788
2,556
—
1,142
7,127
September 30,
2014
Business
Acquisitions
Business
Divestitures
Impairments
Currency
Translation
and Other
September 30,
2015
$
1,227
$
— $
(16) $
— $
(3) $
414
1,788
2,556
—
1,142
$
7,127
$
—
34
—
9
—
43
—
—
(4)
(9)
—
—
—
—
—
—
(25)
(41)
(188)
—
(60)
$
(29) $
— $
(317) $
1,208
389
1,781
2,364
—
1,082
6,824
The fiscal 2014 GWS business divestitures amount includes $253 million of goodwill transferred to assets held for sale on the
consolidated statements of financial position. The fiscal 2014 Automotive Experience Interiors business divestitures amount
includes $12 million of goodwill transferred to noncurrent assets held for sale on the consolidated statements of financial position.
Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding
the Company's assets and liabilities held for sale.
During fiscal 2014, as a result of operating results, restructuring actions and expected future profitability, the Company's forecasted
cash flow estimates used in the goodwill assessment were negatively impacted as of September 30, 2014 for the Building Efficiency
Other - Latin America reporting unit. As a result, the Company concluded that the carrying value of the Building Efficiency Other
- Latin America reporting unit exceeded its fair value as of September 30, 2014. The Company recorded a goodwill impairment
charge of $47 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2014, which was determined by comparing the carrying value of the reporting
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unit's goodwill with the implied fair value of goodwill for the reporting unit. The Building Efficiency Other - Latin America
reporting unit has no remaining goodwill at September 30, 2015 and 2014.
During fiscal 2013, based on a combination of factors, including the operating results of the Automotive Experience Interiors
business, restrictions on future capital and restructuring funding, and the Company's announced intention to explore strategic
options related to this business, the Company's forecasted cash flow estimates used in the goodwill assessment were negatively
impacted as of September 30, 2013. As a result, the Company concluded that the carrying value of the Interiors reporting unit
exceeded its fair value as of September 30, 2013. The Company recorded a goodwill impairment charge of $430 million in the
fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, which was determined by comparing the carrying value of the reporting unit's goodwill with the
implied fair value of goodwill for the reporting unit. This is the only accumulated goodwill impairment charge recorded by the
Company as of September 30, 2013.
The assumptions included in the impairment tests require judgment, and changes to these inputs could impact the results of the
calculations. Other than management's projections of future cash flows, the primary assumptions used in the impairment tests were
the weighted-average cost of capital and long-term growth rates. Although the Company's cash flow forecasts are based on
assumptions that are considered reasonable by management and consistent with the plans and estimates management is using to
operate the underlying businesses, there are significant judgments in determining the expected future cash flows attributable to a
reporting unit. The impairment charges are non-cash expenses recorded within restructuring and impairment costs on the
consolidated statements of income and did not adversely affect the Company's debt position, cash flow, liquidity or compliance
with financial covenants.
The Company’s other intangible assets, primarily from business acquisitions valued based on independent appraisals, consisted
of (in millions):
September 30, 2015
September 30, 2014
Gross
Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Gross
Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Amortized intangible assets
Patented technology
Customer relationships
Miscellaneous
Total amortized intangible assets
Unamortized intangible assets
Trademarks/trade names
$
80
$
975
307
1,362
542
Total intangible assets
$
1,904
$
(59) $
(206)
(123)
(388)
—
(388) $
21
$
86
$
769
184
974
542
1,017
312
1,415
547
1,516
$
1,962
$
(56) $
(161)
(106)
(323)
30
856
206
1,092
—
(323) $
547
1,639
Amortization of other intangible assets for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 was $92 million, $86 million
and $75 million, respectively. Excluding the impact of any future acquisitions, the Company anticipates amortization for fiscal
2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 will be approximately $89 million, $86 million, $84 million, $78 million and $67 million,
respectively.
7.
PRODUCT WARRANTIES
The Company offers warranties to its customers depending upon the specific product and terms of the customer purchase agreement.
A typical warranty program requires that the Company replace defective products within a specified time period from the date of
sale. The Company records an estimate for future warranty-related costs based on actual historical return rates and other known
factors. Based on analysis of return rates and other factors, the Company’s warranty provisions are adjusted as necessary. The
Company monitors its warranty activity and adjusts its reserve estimates when it is probable that future warranty costs will be
different than those estimates.
The Company’s product warranty liability is recorded in the consolidated statements of financial position in other current liabilities
if the warranty is less than one year and in other noncurrent liabilities if the warranty extends longer than one year.
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The changes in the carrying amount of the Company’s total product warranty liability, including extended warranties for which
deferred revenue is recorded, for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015 and 2014 were as follows (in millions):
Balance at beginning of period
Accruals for warranties issued during the period
Accruals from acquisitions and divestitures
Accruals related to pre-existing warranties (including changes in estimates)
Settlements made (in cash or in kind) during the period
Currency translation
Balance at end of period
8.
LEASES
Year Ended
September 30,
2015
2014
319
280
—
(11)
(282)
(6)
300
$
$
256
279
3
2
(218)
(3)
319
$
$
Certain administrative and production facilities and equipment are leased under long-term agreements. Most leases contain renewal
options for varying periods, and certain leases include options to purchase the leased property during or at the end of the lease
term. Leases generally require the Company to pay for insurance, taxes and maintenance of the property. Leased capital assets
included in net property, plant and equipment, primarily buildings and improvements, were $46 million and $55 million at
September 30, 2015 and 2014, respectively.
Other facilities and equipment are leased under arrangements that are accounted for as operating leases. Total rental expense for
the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 was $413 million, $459 million and $470 million, respectively.
Future minimum capital and operating lease payments and the related present value of capital lease payments at September 30,
2015 were as follows (in millions):
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
After 2020
Total minimum lease payments
Interest
Present value of net minimum lease payments
9.
DEBT AND FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS
Short-term debt consisted of the following (in millions):
Bank borrowings and commercial paper
Weighted average interest rate on short-term debt outstanding
Capital
Leases
Operating
Leases
209
146
95
66
47
65
628
$
$
9
8
15
5
5
15
57
(9)
48
September 30,
2015
2014
52
$
7.2%
183
3.8%
$
$
$
The Company has a $2.5 billion committed five-year credit facility scheduled to mature in August 2018. The facility is used to
support the Company’s outstanding commercial paper. There were no draws on the committed credit facility during the fiscal years
ended September 30, 2015 and 2014. Average outstanding commercial paper for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2015 was
$1,537 million, and there was none outstanding at September 30, 2015. Average outstanding commercial paper for the fiscal year
ended September 30, 2014 was $1,252 million, and there was none outstanding at September 30, 2014.
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Long-term debt consisted of the following (in millions; due dates by fiscal year):
Unsecured notes
7.7% due in 2015 ($125 million par value)
5.5% due in 2016 ($800 million par value)
7.125% due in 2017 ($150 million par value)
2.6% due in 2017 ($400 million par value)
2.355% due in 2017 ($46 million par value)
1.4% due in 2018 ($300 million par value)
5.0% due in 2020 ($500 million par value)
4.25% due 2021 ($500 million par value)
3.75% due in 2022 ($450 million par value)
3.625% due in 2024 ($500 million par value)
6.0% due in 2036 ($400 million par value)
5.7% due in 2041 ($300 million par value)
5.25% due in 2042 ($250 million par value)
4.625% due in 2044 ($450 million par value)
6.95% due in 2046 ($125 million par value)
4.95% due in 2064 ($450 million par value)
Capital lease obligations
Foreign-denominated debt
Euro
Japanese Yen
Other
Gross long-term debt
Less: current portion
Net long-term debt
September 30,
2015
2014
$
— $
800
153
404
46
303
499
498
448
500
395
299
250
447
125
449
48
529
308
57
125
802
156
400
46
298
499
498
448
500
395
299
250
447
125
449
55
663
—
42
6,558
813
$
5,745
$
6,497
140
6,357
At September 30, 2015, the Company’s euro-denominated long-term debt was at fixed and floating rates with a weighted-average
interest rate of 1.5%. At September 30, 2014, the Company’s euro-denominated long-term debt was at fixed and floating rates
with a weighted-average interest rate of 2.0%.
The installments of long-term debt maturing in subsequent fiscal years are: 2016 - $813 million; 2017 - $769 million; 2018 - $358
million; 2019 - $248 million; 2020 - $905 million; 2021 and thereafter - $3,465 million. The Company’s long-term debt includes
various financial covenants, none of which are expected to restrict future operations.
Total interest paid on both short and long-term debt for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 was $373
million, $314 million and $300 million, respectively. The Company uses financial instruments to manage its interest rate exposure
(see Note 10, "Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities," and Note 11, "Fair Value Measurements," of the notes to consolidated
financial statements). These instruments affect the weighted average interest rate of the Company’s debt and interest expense.
Financing Arrangements
At September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company had committed bilateral euro denominated revolving credit facilities totaling 237
million euro. Additionally, at September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company had committed bilateral U.S. dollar denominated
revolving credit facilities totaling $135 million and $185 million, respectively. In December 2014, the Company terminated a $50
million committed revolving credit facility initially scheduled to mature in September 2015. As of September 30, 2015, facilities
in the amount of 237 million euro and $135 million are scheduled to expire in fiscal 2016. There were no draws on any of these
revolving facilities in fiscal 2015.
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In September 2015, the Company retired, at maturity, $500 million, $150 million and $100 million floating rate term loans plus
accrued interest that were entered into during fiscal 2015.
In June 2015, the Company entered into a five-year, 37 billion yen floating rate syndicated term loan scheduled to mature in June
2020. Proceeds from the syndicated term loan were used for general corporate purposes.
In May 2015, the Company made a partial repayment of 32 million euro in principal, plus accrued interest, of its 70 million euro
floating rate credit facility scheduled to mature in November 2017.
In March 2015, the Company retired $125 million in principal amount, plus accrued interest, of its 7.7% fixed rate notes that
matured in March 2015.
In January 2015, the Company entered into a one-year, $90 million, committed revolving credit facility scheduled to mature in
January 2016. The Company drew on the full credit facility during the quarter ended March 31, 2015. Proceeds from the revolving
credit facility were used for general corporate purposes. The $90 million was repaid in September 2015.
In September 2014, the Company retired a $500 million, floating rate term loan plus accrued interest that matured in September
2014. The Company also retired a $150 million, floating rate term loan plus accrued interest initially scheduled to mature in January
2015.
In June 2014, the Company issued $300 million aggregate principal amount of 1.4% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in
November 2017, $500 million aggregate principal amount of 3.625% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in June 2024, $450
million aggregate principal amount of 4.625% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in July 2044 and $450 million aggregate
principal amount of 4.95% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in July 2064. Aggregate net proceeds of $1.7 billion from the
issuance were used to finance the acquisition of ADT and for other general corporate purposes. Refer to Note 2, "Acquisitions and
Divestitures," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the ADT acquisition.
In March 2014, the Company entered into a nine-month, $150 million, floating rate term loan scheduled to mature in December
2014. Proceeds from the term loan were used for general corporate purposes. The loan was repaid during the quarter ended June
30, 2014.
In March 2014, the Company retired $450 million in principal amount, plus accrued interest, of its 1.75% fixed rate notes that
matured March 2014.
In February 2014, the Company retired $350 million in principal amount, plus accrued interest, of its floating rate notes that
matured February 2014.
In December 2013, the Company entered into a five-year, 220 million euro, floating rate credit facility scheduled to mature in
fiscal 2018. The Company drew on the full credit facility during the quarter ended December 31, 2013. Proceeds from the facility
were used for general corporate purposes.
Net Financing Charges
The Company's net financing charges line item in the consolidated statements of income for the years ended September 30, 2015,
2014 and 2013 contained the following components (in millions):
Interest expense, net of capitalized interest costs
Banking fees and bond cost amortization
Interest income
Net foreign exchange results for financing activities
Net financing charges
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
$
$
288
$
254
$
23
(9)
(14)
288
$
18
(10)
(18)
244
$
255
21
(19)
(10)
247
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10.
DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES
The Company selectively uses derivative instruments to reduce market risk associated with changes in foreign currency,
commodities, stock-based compensation liabilities and interest rates. Under Company policy, the use of derivatives is restricted
to those intended for hedging purposes; the use of any derivative instrument for speculative purposes is strictly prohibited. A
description of each type of derivative utilized by the Company to manage risk is included in the following paragraphs. In addition,
refer to Note 11, "Fair Value Measurements," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for information related to the fair
value measurements and valuation methods utilized by the Company for each derivative type.
The Company has global operations and participates in the foreign exchange markets to minimize its risk of loss from fluctuations
in foreign currency exchange rates. The Company primarily uses foreign currency exchange contracts to hedge certain of its foreign
exchange rate exposures. The Company hedges 70% to 90% of the nominal amount of each of its known foreign exchange
transactional exposures.
The Company has entered into cross-currency interest rate swaps to selectively hedge portions of its net investment in Japan. The
currency effects of the cross-currency interest rate swaps are reflected in the AOCI account within shareholders’ equity attributable
to Johnson Controls, Inc. where they offset gains and losses recorded on the Company’s net investment in Japan. At September 30,
2015 and 2014, the Company had four cross-currency interest rate swaps outstanding totaling 20 billion yen.
The Company uses commodity hedge contracts in the financial derivatives market in cases where commodity price risk cannot be
naturally offset or hedged through supply base fixed price contracts. Commodity risks are systematically managed pursuant to
policy guidelines. As cash flow hedges, the effective portion of the hedge gains or losses due to changes in fair value are initially
recorded as a component of AOCI and are subsequently reclassified into earnings when the hedged transactions, typically sales,
occur and affect earnings. Any ineffective portion of the hedge is reflected in the consolidated statements of income. The maturities
of the commodity hedge contracts coincide with the expected purchase of the commodities. The Company had the following
outstanding contracts to hedge forecasted commodity purchases:
Commodity
Units
September 30, 2015
September 30, 2014
Volume Outstanding as of
Copper
Lead
Aluminum
Tin
Pounds
Metric Tons
Metric Tons
Metric Tons
14,648,000
9,536,000
6,785
5,700
2,080
5,200
—
2,070
The Company selectively uses equity swaps to reduce market risk associated with certain of its stock-based compensation plans,
such as its deferred compensation plans. These equity compensation liabilities increase as the Company’s stock price increases
and decrease as the Company’s stock price decreases. In contrast, the value of the swap agreement moves in the opposite direction
of these liabilities, allowing the Company to fix a portion of the liabilities at a stated amount. As of September 30, 2015 and 2014,
the Company had hedged approximately 4.0 million and 4.4 million shares of its common stock, respectively.
The Company selectively uses interest rate swaps to reduce market risk associated with changes in interest rates for its fixed-rate
notes. As fair value hedges, the interest rate swaps and related debt balances are valued under a market approach using publicized
swap curves. Changes in the fair value of the swap and hedged portion of the debt are recorded in the consolidated statements of
income. In the second quarter of fiscal 2011, the Company entered into one fixed to floating interest rate swap totaling $100 million
to hedge the coupon of its 5.8% notes that matured November 2012, two fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling $300 million
to hedge the coupon of its 4.875% notes that matured in September 2013 and five fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling
$450 million to hedge the coupon of its 1.75% notes that matured in March 2014. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company
entered into one fixed to floating interest rate swap totaling approximately $125 million to hedge the coupon of its 7.7% notes that
matured in March 2015 and four fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling $800 million to hedge the coupon of its 5.5% notes
maturing January 2016. In the third quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company entered into four fixed to floating interest rate swaps
totaling $400 million to hedge the coupon of its 2.6% notes maturing December 2016, three fixed to floating interest rate swaps
totaling $300 million to hedge the coupon of its 1.4% notes maturing November 2017 and one fixed to floating interest rate swap
totaling $150 million to hedge the coupon of its 7.125% notes maturing July 2017. There were twelve interest rate swaps outstanding
as of September 30, 2015 and thirteen interest rate swaps outstanding as of September 30, 2014.
In September 2005, the Company entered into three forward treasury lock agreements to reduce the market risk associated with
changes in interest rates associated with the Company’s anticipated fixed-rate note issuance to finance the acquisition of York
International Corp. (cash flow hedge). The three forward treasury lock agreements, which had a combined notional amount of
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$1.3 billion, fixed a portion of the future interest cost for 5-year, 10-year and 30-year notes. The fair value of each treasury lock
agreement, or the difference between the treasury lock reference rate and the fixed rate at time of note issuance, is amortized to
interest expense over the life of the respective note issuance. In January 2006, in connection with the Company’s debt refinancing,
the three forward treasury lock agreements were terminated.
The following table presents the location and fair values of derivative instruments and hedging activities included in the Company’s
consolidated statements of financial position (in millions):
Other current assets
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
Interest rate swaps
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
Other noncurrent assets
Interest rate swaps
Equity swap
Total assets
Other current liabilities
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
Commodity derivatives
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
Current portion of long-term debt
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
Long-term debt
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
Other noncurrent liabilities
Interest rate swaps
Total liabilities
Derivatives and Hedging Activities
Designated as Hedging Instruments
under ASC 815
Derivatives and Hedging Activities Not
Designated as Hedging Instruments
under ASC 815
September 30,
2015
September 30,
2014
September 30,
2015
September 30,
2014
$
$
$
31
$
1
5
5
—
42
$
21
—
15
2
—
38
$
$
37
$
22
$
7
1
801
855
—
3
—
125
1,649
3
$
1,701
$
1,802
$
27
—
—
—
164
191
26
—
—
—
—
—
26
$
$
$
$
13
—
—
—
192
205
11
—
—
—
—
—
11
The Company enters into International Swaps and Derivatives Associations (ISDA) master netting agreements with counterparties
that permit the net settlement of amounts owed under the derivative contracts. The master netting agreements generally provide
for net settlement of all outstanding contracts with a counterparty in the case of an event of default or a termination event. The
Company has not elected to offset the fair value positions of the derivative contracts recorded in the consolidated statements of
financial position. Collateral is generally not required of the Company or the counterparties under the master netting agreements.
As of September 30, 2015 and September 30, 2014, no cash collateral was received or pledged under the master netting agreements.
The gross and net amounts of derivative assets and liabilities were as follows (in millions):
Fair Value of Assets
Fair Value of Liabilities
September 30,
2015
September 30,
2014
September 30,
2015
September 30,
2014
Gross amount recognized
Gross amount eligible for offsetting
Net amount
$
$
233
(8)
225
$
$
243
(11)
232
$
$
1,727
(8)
1,719
$
$
1,813
(11)
1,802
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The following tables present the location and amount of the effective portion of gains and losses gross of tax on derivative
instruments and related hedge items reclassified from AOCI into the Company’s consolidated statements of income for the fiscal
years ended September 30, 2015 and 2014 and amounts recorded in AOCI net of tax in the consolidated statements of financial
position (in millions):
Derivatives in ASC 815 Cash Flow
Hedging Relationships
Location of Gain (Loss)
Reclassified from AOCI into Income
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
Commodity derivatives
Forward treasury locks
Total
Cost of sales
Cost of sales
Net financing charges
$
$
1
$
(11)
1
(9) $
Amount of Gain (Loss) Reclassified from AOCI into Income
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
Derivatives in ASC 815 Cash Flow
Hedging Relationships
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
Commodity derivatives
Forward treasury locks
Total
$
$
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in AOCI on Derivative
September 30, 2015
September 30, 2014
(5) $
(7)
5
(7) $
—
(2)
6
4
Derivatives in ASC 815 Fair Value
Hedging Relationships
Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income on
Derivative
Interest rate swap
Net financing charges
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
Net financing charges
Total
Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging
Instruments under ASC 815
Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income on
Derivative
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
Cost of sales
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
Net financing charges
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
Provision for income taxes
Equity swap
Total
Selling, general and administrative
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
7
$
(7)
— $
5
$
(5)
— $
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
(3) $
(12)
—
(9)
$
1
18
—
(1)
(24) $
18
$
$
$
$
$
The amount of gains recognized in cumulative translation adjustment (CTA) within AOCI on the effective portion of outstanding
net investment hedges was $2 million and $9 million at September 30, 2015 and 2014, respectively. For the years ended
September 30, 2015 and 2014, no gains or losses were reclassified from CTA into income for the Company’s outstanding net
investment hedges, and no gains or losses were recognized in income for the ineffective portion of cash flow hedges.
11.
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
ASC 820, "Fair Value Measurement," defines fair value as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a
liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. ASC 820 also establishes a three-level fair
value hierarchy that prioritizes information used in developing assumptions when pricing an asset or liability as follows:
Level 1: Observable inputs such as quoted prices in active markets;
Level 2: Inputs, other than quoted prices in active markets, that are observable either directly or indirectly; and
Level 3: Unobservable inputs where there is little or no market data, which requires the reporting entity to develop its own
assumptions.
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(2)
1
1
—
(2)
2
—
(8)
25
(5)
65
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ASC 820 requires the use of observable market data, when available, in making fair value measurements. When inputs used to
measure fair value fall within different levels of the hierarchy, the level within which the fair value measurement is categorized
is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement.
Recurring Fair Value Measurements
The following tables present the Company’s fair value hierarchy for those assets and liabilities measured at fair value as of
September 30, 2015 and 2014 (in millions):
Fair Value Measurements Using:
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets
(Level 1)
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
Total as of
September 30, 2015
Other current assets
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
$
58
$
— $
58
$
Interest rate swaps
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
Other noncurrent assets
Interest rate swaps
Investments in marketable common stock
Equity swap
Total assets
Other current liabilities
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
Commodity derivatives
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
Current portion of long-term debt
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
Long-term debt
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
Total liabilities
$
$
$
1
5
5
4
164
237
$
—
—
—
4
164
168
$
63
$
— $
7
1
801
855
—
—
—
—
1
5
5
—
—
69
63
7
1
801
855
$
$
1,727
$
— $
1,727
$
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
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Fair Value Measurements Using:
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets
(Level 1)
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
Total as of
September 30, 2014
Other current assets
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
$
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
Other noncurrent assets
Interest rate swaps
Investments in marketable common stock
Equity swap
Total assets
Other current liabilities
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
Commodity derivatives
Current portion of long-term debt
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
Long-term debt
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
$
$
Other noncurrent liabilities
Interest rate swaps
Total liabilities
Valuation Methods
$
34
15
$
$
2
4
192
247
33
3
125
1,649
3
— $
—
—
4
192
196
$
— $
—
—
—
—
$
$
$
34
15
2
—
—
51
33
3
125
1,649
3
$
1,813
$
— $
1,813
$
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Foreign currency exchange derivatives - The Company selectively hedges anticipated transactions that are subject to foreign
exchange rate risk primarily using foreign currency exchange hedge contracts. The foreign currency exchange derivatives are
valued under a market approach using publicized spot and forward prices. As cash flow hedges under ASC 815, "Derivatives and
Hedging," the effective portion of the hedge gains or losses due to changes in fair value are initially recorded as a component of
AOCI and are subsequently reclassified into earnings when the hedged transactions occur and affect earnings. Any ineffective
portion of the hedge is reflected in the consolidated statements of income. These contracts were highly effective in hedging the
variability in future cash flows attributable to changes in currency exchange rates at September 30, 2015 and 2014. The fair value
of foreign currency exchange derivatives not designated as hedging instruments under ASC 815 are recorded in the consolidated
statements of income.
Commodity derivatives - The Company selectively hedges anticipated transactions that are subject to commodity price risk,
primarily using commodity hedge contracts, to minimize overall price risk associated with the Company’s purchases of lead,
copper, tin and aluminum. The commodity derivatives are valued under a market approach using publicized prices, where available,
or dealer quotes. As cash flow hedges, the effective portion of the hedge gains or losses due to changes in fair value are initially
recorded as a component of AOCI and are subsequently reclassified into earnings when the hedged transactions, typically sales,
occur and affect earnings. Any ineffective portion of the hedge is reflected in the consolidated statements of income. These contracts
were highly effective in hedging the variability in future cash flows attributable to changes in commodity prices at September 30,
2015 and 2014.
Interest rate swaps and related debt - The Company selectively uses interest rate swaps to reduce market risk associated with
changes in interest rates for its fixed-rate notes. As fair value hedges, the interest rate swaps and related debt balances are valued
under a market approach using publicized swap curves. Changes in the fair value of the swap and hedged portion of the debt are
recorded in the consolidated statements of income. In the second quarter of fiscal 2011, the Company entered into one fixed to
floating interest rate swap totaling $100 million to hedge the coupon of its 5.8% notes that matured November 2012, two fixed to
floating interest rate swaps totaling $300 million to hedge the coupon of its 4.875% notes that matured in September 2013 and
five fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling $450 million to hedge the coupon of its 1.75% notes that matured in March 2014.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company entered into one fixed to floating interest rate swap totaling approximately $125
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million to hedge the coupon of its 7.7% notes that matured in March 2015 and four fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling
$800 million to hedge the coupon of its 5.5% notes maturing January 2016. In the third quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company entered
into four fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling $400 million to hedge the coupon of its 2.6% notes maturing December 2016,
three fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling $300 million to hedge the coupon of its 1.4% notes maturing November 2017
and one fixed to floating interest rate swap totaling $150 million to hedge the coupon of its 7.125% coupon maturing July 2017.
There were twelve interest rate swaps outstanding as of September 30, 2015 and thirteen interest rate swaps outstanding as of
September 30, 2014.
Cross-currency interest rate swaps - The Company selectively uses cross-currency interest rate swaps to hedge the foreign currency
rate risk associated with certain of its investments in Japan. The cross-currency interest rate swaps are valued using observable
market data. Changes in the market value of the swaps are reflected in the CTA component of AOCI where they offset gains and
losses recorded on the Company’s net investment in Japan. At September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company had four cross-currency
interest rate swaps outstanding totaling 20 billion yen.
Investments in marketable common stock - The Company invests in certain marketable common stock, which is valued under a
market approach using publicized share prices. There were no unrealized gains or losses recorded in AOCI on these investments
as of September 30, 2015 and 2014. During fiscal 2014, the Company sold certain marketable common stock for approximately
$25 million. As a result, the Company recorded $8 million of realized gains within selling, general and administrative expenses
in the Automotive Experience Seating segment.
Equity swaps - The Company selectively uses equity swaps to reduce market risk associated with certain of its stock-based
compensation plans, such as its deferred compensation plans. The equity swaps are valued under a market approach as the fair
value of the swaps is equal to the Company’s stock price at the reporting period date. Changes in fair value on the equity swaps
are reflected in the consolidated statements of income within selling, general and administrative expenses.
The fair values of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, short-term debt and accounts payable approximate their carrying
values. The fair value of long-term debt, which was $6.4 billion and $6.8 billion at September 30, 2015 and 2014, respectively,
was determined primarily using market quotes classified as Level 1 inputs within the ASC 820 fair value hierarchy.
12.
STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION
On January 23, 2013, the shareholders of the Company approved the Johnson Controls, Inc. 2012 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the
"2012 Plan"). The types of awards authorized by the 2012 Plan comprise of stock options, stock appreciation rights, performance
shares, performance units and other stock-based awards. The Compensation Committee of the Company's Board of Directors will
determine the types of awards to be granted to individual participants and the terms and conditions of the awards. The 2012 Plan
provides that 37 million shares of the Company's common stock are reserved for issuance under the 2012 Plan, and 32 million
shares remained available for issuance at September 30, 2015.
Prior to shareholder approval of the 2012 Plan, the Company maintained the Johnson Controls, Inc. 2007 Stock Option Plan and
the Johnson Controls, Inc. 2001 Restricted Stock Plan (the "Existing Plans"). The Existing Plans terminated on January 23, 2013
as a result of shareholder approval of the 2012 Plan, ending the authority to grant new awards under the Existing Plans. All awards
under the Existing Plans that were outstanding as of January 23, 2013 continue to be governed by the Existing Plans. Pursuant to
the Existing Plans, all forfeitures under such plans will be deposited into the reserve for the 2012 Plan.
The Company has four share-based compensation plans, which are described below. The compensation cost charged against income,
excluding the offsetting impact of outstanding equity swaps, for those plans was approximately $85 million, $81 million and $91
million for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013, respectively. The total income tax benefit recognized in
the consolidated statements of income for share-based compensation arrangements was approximately $34 million, $32 million
and $36 million for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013, respectively. The Company applies a non-substantive
vesting period approach whereby expense is accelerated for those employees that receive awards and are eligible to retire prior to
the award vesting.
Stock Options
Stock options are granted with an exercise price equal to the market price of the Company’s stock at the date of grant. Stock option
awards typically vest between two and three years after the grant date and expire ten years from the grant date.
The fair value of each option is estimated on the date of grant using a Black-Scholes option valuation model that uses the assumptions
noted in the following table. Expected volatilities are based on the historical volatility of the Company’s stock and other factors.
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The Company uses historical data to estimate option exercises and employee terminations within the valuation model. The expected
term of options represents the period of time that options granted are expected to be outstanding. The risk-free rate for periods
during the contractual life of the option is based on the U.S. Treasury yield curve in effect at the time of grant.
Expected life of option (years)
Risk-free interest rate
Expected volatility of the Company’s stock
Expected dividend yield on the Company’s stock
Year Ended September 30,
2015
6.6
1.61% - 1.93%
36.00%
2.02%
2014
6.7
1.92%
36.00%
2.17%
2013
5.0 - 6.7
0.62% - 1.33%
41.00%
2.03%
A summary of stock option activity at September 30, 2015, and changes for the year then ended, is presented below:
Outstanding, September 30, 2014
Granted
Exercised
Forfeited or expired
Outstanding, September 30, 2015
Exercisable, September 30, 2015
Weighted
Average
Option Price
Shares
Subject to
Option
$
$
$
28.83
50.16
27.28
35.70
31.17
29.41
22,727,917
794,978
(10,154,810)
(328,845)
13,039,240
10,095,826
Weighted
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (years)
Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value
(in millions)
5.3
4.6
$
$
144
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The weighted-average grant-date fair value of options granted during the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013
was $15.51, $14.70 and $8.58, respectively.
The total intrinsic value of options exercised during the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 was approximately
$227 million, $135 million and $154 million, respectively.
In conjunction with the exercise of stock options granted, the Company received cash payments for the fiscal years ended
September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 of approximately $275 million, $186 million and $254 million, respectively.
The Company has elected to utilize the alternative transition method for calculating the tax effects of stock-based compensation.
The alternative transition method includes computational guidance to establish the beginning balance of the additional paid-in
capital pool (APIC Pool) related to the tax effects of employee stock-based compensation, and a simplified method to determine
the subsequent impact on the APIC Pool for employee stock-based compensation awards that are vested and outstanding upon
adoption of ASC 718, "Compensation - Stock Compensation." The tax benefit from the exercise of stock options, which is recorded
in capital in excess of par value, was $59 million, $34 million and $35 million for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015, 2014
and 2013, respectively. The Company does not settle stock options granted under share-based payment arrangements for cash.
At September 30, 2015, the Company had approximately $7 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested
stock options granted. That cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 1.5 years.
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs)
SARs vest under the same terms and conditions as stock option awards; however, they are settled in cash for the difference between
the market price on the date of exercise and the exercise price. As a result, SARs are recorded in the Company’s consolidated
statements of financial position as a liability until the date of exercise.
The fair value of each SAR award is estimated using a similar method described for stock options. The fair value of each SAR
award is recalculated at the end of each reporting period and the liability and expense are adjusted based on the new fair value.
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The assumptions used to determine the fair value of the SAR awards at September 30, 2015 were as follows:
Expected life of SAR (years)
Risk-free interest rate
Expected volatility of the Company’s stock
Expected dividend yield on the Company’s stock
0.05 - 5.55
0.00% - 1.47%
36.00%
2.02%
A summary of SAR activity at September 30, 2015, and changes for the year then ended, is presented below:
Outstanding, September 30, 2014
Granted
Exercised
Forfeited or expired
Outstanding, September 30, 2015
Exercisable, September 30, 2015
Weighted
Average
SAR Price
Shares
Subject to
SAR
$
$
$
27.78
50.23
27.85
28.66
29.53
28.82
2,643,647
37,965
(886,827)
(54,685)
1,740,100
1,346,610
Weighted
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (years)
Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value
(in millions)
5.1
4.5
$
$
21
17
In conjunction with the exercise of SARs granted, the Company made payments of $19 million, $21 million and $11 million during
the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
Restricted (Nonvested) Stock
The 2012 Plan provides for the award of restricted stock or restricted stock units to certain employees. These awards are typically
share settled unless the employee is a non-U.S. employee or elects to defer settlement until retirement at which point the award
would be settled in cash. Restricted awards typically vest after three years from the grant date. The 2012 Plan allows for different
vesting terms on specific grants with approval by the Board of Directors.
A summary of the status of the Company’s nonvested restricted stock awards at September 30, 2015, and changes for the fiscal
year then ended, is presented below:
Nonvested, September 30, 2014
Granted
Vested
Forfeited
Nonvested, September 30, 2015
Weighted
Average
Price
Shares/Units
Subject to
Restriction
$
$
40.52
50.15
37.19
47.15
45.75
1,953,816
1,226,568
(597,440)
(212,789)
2,370,155
At September 30, 2015, the Company had approximately $43 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested
restricted stock arrangements granted. That cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 1.7 years.
Performance Share Awards
The 2012 Plan permits the grant of performance-based share unit ("PSU") awards. The number of PSUs granted is equal to the
PSU award value divided by the closing price of the Company's common stock at the grant date. The PSUs are generally contingent
on the achievement of pre-determined performance goals over a three-year performance period as well as on the award holder's
continuous employment until the vesting date. Each PSU that is earned will be settled with a share of the Company's common
stock following the completion of the performance period, unless the award holder elected to defer a portion or all of the award
until retirement which would then be settled in cash.
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A summary of the status of the Company’s nonvested PSUs at September 30, 2015, and changes for the fiscal year then ended, is
presented below:
Nonvested, September 30, 2014
Granted
Forfeited
Nonvested, September 30, 2015
Weighted
Average
Price
Shares/Units
Subject to
PSU
$
$
38.26
49.89
41.60
42.33
695,792
362,374
(133,778)
924,388
At September 30, 2015, the Company had approximately $28 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested
PSUs granted. That cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 1.8 years.
13.
EARNINGS PER SHARE
The Company presents both basic and diluted EPS amounts. Basic EPS is calculated by dividing net income attributable to Johnson
Controls, Inc. by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the reporting period. Diluted EPS is calculated
by dividing net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. by the weighted average number of common shares and common
equivalent shares outstanding during the reporting period that are calculated using the treasury stock method for stock options and
unvested restricted stock. The treasury stock method assumes that the Company uses the proceeds from the exercise of stock option
awards to repurchase common stock at the average market price during the period. The assumed proceeds under the treasury stock
method include the purchase price that the grantee will pay in the future, compensation cost for future service that the Company
has not yet recognized and any windfall tax benefits that would be credited to capital in excess of par value when the award
generates a tax deduction. If there would be a shortfall resulting in a charge to capital in excess of par value, such an amount would
be a reduction of the proceeds. For unvested restricted stock, assumed proceeds under the treasury stock method would include
unamortized compensation cost and windfall tax benefits or shortfalls.
The following table reconciles the numerators and denominators used to calculate basic and diluted earnings per share (in millions):
Income Available to Common Shareholders
Income from continuing operations
Income (loss) from discontinued operations
Basic and diluted income available to common shareholders
$
$
1,439
$
124
1,563
$
1,404
$
(189)
1,215
$
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
992
186
1,178
683.7
5.5
689.2
655.2
6.3
661.5
666.9
7.9
674.8
0.4
0.1
0.8
Weighted Average Shares Outstanding
Basic weighted average shares outstanding
Effect of dilutive securities:
Stock options and unvested restricted stock
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding
Antidilutive Securities
Options to purchase common shares
During the three months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company declared a dividend of $0.26 and $0.22, respectively,
per common share. During the twelve months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company declared four quarterly dividends
totaling $1.04 and $0.88, respectively, per common share. The Company pays all dividends in the month subsequent to the end of
each fiscal quarter.
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14.
EQUITY AND NONCONTROLLING INTERESTS
Other comprehensive income includes activity relating to discontinued operations. The following schedules present changes in
consolidated equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. and noncontrolling interests (in millions, net of tax):
Equity Attributable to
Johnson Controls, Inc.
Equity Attributable to
Noncontrolling Interests
Total Equity
At September 30, 2012
Total comprehensive income:
Net income
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Realized and unrealized losses on derivatives
Realized and unrealized gains on marketable common stock
Pension and postretirement plans
Other comprehensive loss
Comprehensive income
Other changes in equity:
Cash dividends - common stock ($0.76 per share)
Dividends attributable to noncontrolling interests
Redemption value adjustment attributable to redeemable
noncontrolling interests
Repurchases of common stock
Change in noncontrolling interest share
Other, including options exercised
At September 30, 2013
Total comprehensive income:
Net income
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Realized and unrealized losses on derivatives
Realized and unrealized losses on marketable common stock
Pension and postretirement plans
Other comprehensive loss
Comprehensive income
Other changes in equity:
Cash dividends - common stock ($0.88 per share)
Dividends attributable to noncontrolling interests
Repurchases of common stock
Change in noncontrolling interest share
Other, including options exercised
At September 30, 2014
Total comprehensive income:
Net income
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Realized and unrealized losses on derivatives
Pension and postretirement plans
Other comprehensive loss
Comprehensive income
Other changes in equity:
Cash dividends - common stock ($1.04 per share)
Dividends attributable to noncontrolling interests
Repurchases of common stock
Other, including options exercised
At September 30, 2015
$
11,625
$
148
$
1,178
(21)
(5)
2
(16)
(40)
1,138
(520)
—
59
(350)
—
362
12,314
1,215
(640)
(3)
(7)
(5)
(655)
560
(586)
—
(1,249)
—
272
11,311
1,563
(799)
(11)
(10)
(820)
743
(681)
—
(1,362)
365
71
—
—
—
—
—
71
—
(39)
—
—
80
—
260
90
(2)
—
—
—
(2)
88
—
(59)
—
(32)
(6)
251
65
(3)
—
—
(3)
62
—
(57)
—
(93)
$
10,376
$
163
$
87
11,773
1,249
(21)
(5)
2
(16)
(40)
1,209
(520)
(39)
59
(350)
80
362
12,574
1,305
(642)
(3)
(7)
(5)
(657)
648
(586)
(59)
(1,249)
(32)
266
11,562
1,628
(802)
(11)
(10)
(823)
805
(681)
(57)
(1,362)
272
10,539
In November 2013, the Company's Board of Directors authorized a $3 billion increase in the Company's share repurchase program,
which brought the total authorized amount under the repurchase program to $3.65 billion. The share repurchase program does not
have an expiration date and may be amended or terminated by the Board of Directors at any time without prior notice. During
fiscal 2015 and 2014, the Company repurchased approximately $1.4 billion and $1.2 billion of its common shares, respectively.
The Company consolidates certain subsidiaries in which the noncontrolling interest party has within their control the right to
require the Company to redeem all or a portion of its interest in the subsidiary. The redeemable noncontrolling interests are reported
at their estimated redemption value. Any adjustment to the redemption value impacts retained earnings but does not impact net
income. Redeemable noncontrolling interests which are redeemable only upon future events, the occurrence of which is not currently
probable, are recorded at carrying value.
The following schedules present changes in the redeemable noncontrolling interests (in millions):
Year Ended
September 30, 2015
Year Ended
September 30, 2014
Year Ended
September 30, 2013
Beginning balance, September 30
Net income
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Realized and unrealized gains on derivatives
Change in noncontrolling interest share
Dividends
Redemption value adjustment
Other
Ending balance, September 30
$
$
194
$
157
$
51
(23)
1
—
(11)
—
—
38
—
—
—
(7)
—
6
212
$
194
$
253
48
1
—
(63)
(23)
(59)
—
157
The following schedules present changes in AOCI attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. (in millions, net of tax):
Year Ended
September 30,
2015
Year Ended
September 30,
2014
Year Ended
September 30,
2013
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Balance at beginning of period
Aggregate adjustment for the period (net of tax effect of $(44), $7 and $19) *
Balance at end of period
Realized and unrealized gains (losses) on derivatives
Balance at beginning of period
Current period changes in fair value (net of tax effect of $(4), $(1) and $(2))
Reclassification to income (net of tax effect of $(3), $0 and $(2)) **
Balance at end of period
Realize and unrealized gains (losses) on marketable common stock
Balance at beginning of period
Current period changes in fair value (net of tax effect of $0)
Reclassifications to income (net of tax effect of $0, $(2) and $0) ***
Balance at end of period
Pension and postretirement plans
Balance at beginning of period
Reclassification to income (net of tax effect of $(3), $(3) and $(9)) ****
Other changes (net of tax effect of $0)
Balance at end of period
$
(248) $
392
$
(799)
(1,047)
(640)
(248)
4
(5)
(6)
(7)
—
—
—
—
7
(11)
1
(3)
7
(3)
—
4
7
(1)
(6)
—
12
(4)
(1)
7
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), end of period
$
(1,057) $
(237) $
413
(21)
392
12
(2)
(3)
7
5
2
—
7
28
(18)
2
12
418
* During fiscal 2015, ($19) million of cumulative CTA were recognized as part of the divestiture-related gain recognized within
discontinued operations as a result of the divestiture of GWS. During fiscal 2014, $203 million of cumulative CTA were recognized
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as part of the divestiture-related losses recognized within discontinued operations as a result of the divestiture of the Automotive
Experience Electronics business.
** Refer to Note 10, "Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for
disclosure of the line items on the consolidated statements of income affected by reclassifications from AOCI into income related
to derivatives.
*** Refer to Note 11, "Fair Value Measurements," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for disclosure of the line item
on the consolidated statements of income affected by reclassifications from AOCI into income related to marketable common
stock.
**** Refer to Note 15, "Retirement Plans," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for disclosure of the components of
the Company's net periodic benefit costs associated with its defined benefit pension and postretirement plans. For the year ended
September 30, 2015 the amounts reclassified from AOCI into income for pension and postretirement plans were primarily recorded
in selling, general and administrative expenses and income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax on the consolidated
statements of income. For the year ended September 30, 2014, the amounts reclassified from AOCI into income for pension and
postretirement plans were primarily recorded in cost of sales and income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax on the
consolidated statements of income. For the year ended September 30, 2013 the amounts reclassified from AOCI into income for
pension and postretirement plans were primarily recorded in selling, general and administrative expenses and income (loss) from
discontinued operations, net of tax on the consolidated statements of income.
15.
RETIREMENT PLANS
Pension Benefits
The Company has non-contributory defined benefit pension plans covering certain U.S. and non-U.S. employees. The benefits
provided are primarily based on years of service and average compensation or a monthly retirement benefit amount. Effective
January 1, 2006, certain of the Company’s U.S. pension plans were amended to prohibit new participants from entering the plans.
Effective September 30, 2009, active participants continued to accrue benefits under the amended plans until December 31, 2014.
Funding for U.S. pension plans equals or exceeds the minimum requirements of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act
of 1974. Funding for non-U.S. plans observes the local legal and regulatory limits. Also, the Company makes contributions to
union-trusteed pension funds for construction and service personnel.
For pension plans with accumulated benefit obligations (ABO) that exceed plan assets, the projected benefit obligation (PBO),
ABO and fair value of plan assets of those plans were $2,465 million, $2,464 million and $2,065 million, respectively, as of
September 30, 2015 and $3,413 million, $3,363 million and $2,642 million, respectively, as of September 30, 2014.
In fiscal 2015, total employer contributions to the defined benefit pension plans were $407 million, of which $317 million were
voluntary contributions made by the Company. The Company expects to contribute approximately $113 million in cash to its
defined benefit pension plans in fiscal 2016. Projected benefit payments from the plans as of September 30, 2015 are estimated
as follows (in millions):
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021-2025
$
269
228
227
236
243
1,295
Postretirement Benefits
The Company provides certain health care and life insurance benefits for eligible retirees and their dependents primarily in the
U.S. and Canada. Most non-U.S. employees are covered by government sponsored programs, and the cost to the Company is not
significant.
Eligibility for coverage is based on meeting certain years of service and retirement age qualifications. These benefits may be
subject to deductibles, co-payment provisions and other limitations, and the Company has reserved the right to modify these
benefits. Effective January 31, 1994, the Company modified certain salaried plans to place a limit on the Company’s cost of future
annual retiree medical benefits at no more than 150% of the 1993 cost.
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The health care cost trend assumption does not have a significant effect on the amounts reported.
In fiscal 2015, total employer and employee contributions to the postretirement plans were $8 million. The Company does not
expect to make any significant contributions to its postretirement plans in fiscal year 2016. Projected benefit payments from the
plans as of September 30, 2015 are estimated as follows (in millions):
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021-2025
$
19
19
19
19
19
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In December 2003, the U.S. Congress enacted the Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement and Modernization Act of 2003 (Act)
for employers sponsoring postretirement care plans that provide prescription drug benefits. The Act introduces a prescription drug
benefit under Medicare as well as a federal subsidy to sponsors of retiree health care benefit plans providing a benefit that is at
least actuarially equivalent to Medicare Part D.1. Under the Act, the Medicare subsidy amount is received directly by the plan
sponsor and not the related plan. Further, the plan sponsor is not required to use the subsidy amount to fund postretirement benefits
and may use the subsidy for any valid business purpose. Projected subsidy receipts are estimated to be approximately $2 million
per year over the next ten years.
Savings and Investment Plans
The Company sponsors various defined contribution savings plans that allow employees to contribute a portion of their pre-tax
and/or after-tax income in accordance with plan specified guidelines. Under specified conditions, the Company will contribute to
certain savings plans based on the employees’ eligible pay and/or will match a percentage of the employee contributions up to
certain limits. Matching contributions charged to expense amounted to $123 million, $132 million and $118 million for the fiscal
years ended 2015, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
Multiemployer Benefit Plans
The Company contributes to multiemployer benefit plans based on obligations arising from collective bargaining agreements
related to certain of its hourly employees in the U.S. These plans provide retirement benefits to participants based on their service
to contributing employers. The benefits are paid from assets held in trust for that purpose. The trustees typically are responsible
for determining the level of benefits to be provided to participants as well as for such matters as the investment of the assets and
the administration of the plans.
The risks of participating in these multiemployer benefit plans are different from single-employer benefit plans in the following
aspects:
• Assets contributed to the multiemployer benefit plan by one employer may be used to provide benefits to employees of
other participating employers.
•
•
If a participating employer stops contributing to the multiemployer benefit plan, the unfunded obligations of the plan may
be borne by the remaining participating employers.
If the Company stops participating in some of its multiemployer benefit plans, the Company may be required to pay those
plans an amount based on its allocable share of the underfunded status of the plan, referred to as a withdrawal liability.
The Company participates in approximately 285 multiemployer benefit plans, primarily related to its Building Efficiency business
in the U.S., none of which are individually significant to the Company. The number of employees covered by the Company’s
multiemployer benefit plans has remained consistent over the past three years, and there have been no significant changes that
affect the comparability of fiscal 2015, 2014 and 2013 contributions. The Company recognizes expense for the contractually-
required contribution for each period. The Company contributed $45 million, $44 million and $44 million to multiemployer benefit
plans in fiscal 2015, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
Based on the most recent information available, the Company believes that the present value of actuarial accrued liabilities in
certain of these multiemployer benefit plans may exceed the value of the assets held in trust to pay benefits. Currently, the Company
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is not aware of any significant multiemployer benefits plans for which it is probable or reasonably possible that the Company will
be obligated to make up any shortfall in funds. Moreover, if the Company were to exit certain markets or otherwise cease making
contributions to these funds, the Company could trigger a withdrawal liability. Currently, the Company is not aware of any significant
multiemployer benefit plans for which it is probable or reasonably possible that the Company will withdraw from the plan. Any
accrual for a shortfall or withdrawal liability will be recorded when it is probable that a liability exists and it can be reasonably
estimated.
Plan Assets
The Company’s investment policies employ an approach whereby a mix of equities, fixed income and alternative investments are
used to maximize the long-term return of plan assets for a prudent level of risk. The investment portfolio primarily contains a
diversified blend of equity and fixed income investments. Equity investments are diversified across domestic and non-domestic
stocks, as well as growth, value and small to large capitalizations. Fixed income investments include corporate and government
issues, with short-, mid- and long-term maturities, with a focus on investment grade when purchased and a target duration close
to that of the plan liability. Investment and market risks are measured and monitored on an ongoing basis through regular investment
portfolio reviews, annual liability measurements and periodic asset/liability studies. The majority of the real estate component of
the portfolio is invested in a diversified portfolio of high-quality, operating properties with cash yields greater than the targeted
appreciation. Investments in other alternative asset classes, including hedge funds and commodities, diversify the expected
investment returns relative to the equity and fixed income investments. As a result of our diversification strategies, there are no
significant concentrations of risk within the portfolio of investments.
The Company’s actual asset allocations are in line with target allocations. The Company rebalances asset allocations as appropriate,
in order to stay within a range of allocation for each asset category.
The expected return on plan assets is based on the Company’s expectation of the long-term average rate of return of the capital
markets in which the plans invest. The average market returns are adjusted, where appropriate, for active asset management returns.
The expected return reflects the investment policy target asset mix and considers the historical returns earned for each asset category.
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The Company’s plan assets at September 30, 2015 and 2014, by asset category, are as follows (in millions):
Asset Category
U.S. Pension
Cash
Equity Securities
Large-Cap
Small-Cap
International - Developed
Fixed Income Securities
Government
Corporate/Other
Real Estate
Total
Non-U.S. Pension
Cash
Equity Securities
Large-Cap
International - Developed
International - Emerging
Fixed Income Securities
Government
Corporate/Other
Hedge Fund
Real Estate
Total
Postretirement
Cash
Equity Securities
Large-Cap
Small-Cap
International - Developed
International - Emerging
Fixed Income Securities
Government
Corporate/Other
Commodities
Real Estate
Total
Fair Value Measurements Using:
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets
(Level 1)
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
Total as of
September 30, 2015
$
$
$
$
$
75
$
75
$
— $
500
235
472
248
753
323
500
235
472
217
615
—
—
—
—
31
138
—
2,606
$
2,114
$
169
$
98
$
98
$
— $
68
104
16
441
220
172
58
68
104
16
319
192
—
7
—
—
—
122
28
172
—
1,177
$
804
$
322
$
10
$
10
$
— $
30
10
22
10
22
67
12
11
30
10
22
10
22
67
12
11
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
$
194
$
194
$
— $
92
—
—
—
—
—
—
323
323
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
51
51
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Asset Category
U.S. Pension
Cash
Equity Securities
Large-Cap
Small-Cap
International - Developed
Fixed Income Securities
Government
Corporate/Other
Hedge Funds
Real Estate
Total
Non-U.S. Pension
Cash
Equity Securities
Large-Cap
International - Developed
International - Emerging
Fixed Income Securities
Government
Corporate/Other
Hedge Fund
Real Estate
Total
Postretirement
Cash
Equity Securities
Large-Cap
Small-Cap
International - Developed
International - Emerging
Fixed Income Securities
Government
Corporate/Other
Commodities
Real Estate
Total
Fair Value Measurements Using:
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets
(Level 1)
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
Total as of
September 30, 2014
$
25
$
25
$
— $
$
$
$
$
435
224
443
220
822
4
331
435
224
443
194
675
—
—
—
—
—
26
147
—
—
2,504
$
1,996
$
173
$
178
$
178
$
— $
68
112
16
300
346
155
26
68
112
16
300
346
—
6
—
—
—
—
—
155
—
1,201
$
1,026
$
155
$
7
$
7
$
— $
36
10
24
14
25
73
16
14
36
10
24
14
25
73
16
14
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
$
219
$
219
$
— $
93
—
—
—
—
—
—
4
331
335
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
20
20
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
The following is a description of the valuation methodologies used for assets measured at fair value.
Cash: The fair value of cash is valued at cost.
Equity Securities: The fair value of equity securities is determined by direct quoted market prices. The underlying holdings are
direct quoted market prices on regulated financial exchanges.
Fixed Income Securities: The fair value of fixed income securities is determined by direct or indirect quoted market prices. If
indirect quoted market prices are utilized, the value of assets held in separate accounts is not published, but the investment managers
report daily the underlying holdings. The underlying holdings are direct quoted market prices on regulated financial exchanges.
Commodities: The fair value of the commodities is determined by quoted market prices of the underlying holdings on regulated
financial exchanges.
Hedge Funds: The fair value of hedge funds is accounted for by the custodian. The custodian obtains valuations from underlying
managers based on market quotes for the most liquid assets and alternative methods for assets that do not have sufficient trading
activity to derive prices. The Company and custodian review the methods used by the underlying managers to value the assets.
The Company believes this is an appropriate methodology to obtain the fair value of these assets. During fiscal 2014, the underlying
fund structure and pricing frequency of certain non-U.S. hedge fund investments was modified, and, as a result, those investments
are now classified as Level 2 investments compared to the previous classification of Level 3.
Real Estate: The fair value of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) is recorded as Level 1 as these securities are traded on an
open exchange. The fair value of other investments in real estate is deemed Level 3 since these investments do not have a readily
determinable fair value and requires the fund managers independently to arrive at fair value by calculating net asset value (NAV)
per share. In order to calculate NAV per share, the fund managers value the real estate investments using any one, or a combination
of, the following methods: independent third party appraisals, discounted cash flow analysis of net cash flows projected to be
generated by the investment and recent sales of comparable investments. Assumptions used to revalue the properties are updated
every quarter. Due to the fact that the fund managers calculate NAV per share, the Company utilizes a practical expedient for
measuring the fair value of its Level 3 real-estate investments, as provided for under ASC 820, "Fair Value Measurement." In
applying the practical expedient, the Company is not required to further adjust the NAV provided by the fund manager in order to
determine the fair value of its investment as the NAV per share is calculated in a manner consistent with the measurement principles
of ASC 946, "Financial Services - Investment Companies," and as of the Company's measurement date. The Company believes
this is an appropriate methodology to obtain the fair value of these assets. For the component of the real estate portfolio under
development, the investments are carried at cost until they are completed and valued by a third party appraiser.
The methods described above may produce a fair value calculation that may not be indicative of net realizable value or reflective
of future fair values. Furthermore, while the Company believes its valuation methods are appropriate and consistent with other
market participants, the use of different methodologies or assumptions to determine the fair value of certain financial instruments
could result in a different fair value measurement at the reporting date.
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The following sets forth a summary of changes in the fair value of assets measured using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3)
(in millions):
Total
Hedge Funds
Real Estate
U.S. Pension
Asset value as of September 30, 2013
Additions net of redemptions
Realized gain
Unrealized gain
Asset value as of September 30, 2014
Additions net of redemptions
Realized gain (loss)
Unrealized gain
Asset value as of September 30, 2015
Non-U.S. Pension
Asset value as of September 30, 2013
Additions net of redemptions
Unrealized gain
Transfers out - to Level 2
Asset value as of September 30, 2014
Additions net of redemptions
Unrealized loss
Asset value as of September 30, 2015
$
$
$
$
$
$
302
$
17
$
4
9
20
(13)
—
—
335
$
4
$
(59)
28
19
(3)
(1)
—
323
$
— $
$
98
10
1
(89)
$
89
—
—
(89)
20
$
— $
34
(3)
—
—
51
$
— $
285
17
9
20
331
(56)
29
19
323
9
10
1
—
20
34
(3)
51
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Funded Status
The table that follows contains the ABO and reconciliations of the changes in the PBO, the changes in plan assets and the funded
status (in millions):
September 30,
2015
2014
2015
2014
2015
2014
Accumulated Benefit Obligation
$
2,985
$
2,855
$
1,388
$
1,477
$
— $
—
Pension Benefits
U.S. Plans
Non-U.S. Plans
Postretirement
Benefits
Change in Projected Benefit Obligation
Projected benefit obligation at beginning of year
2,875
2,902
1,572
1,997
224
Service cost
Interest cost
Plan participant contributions
Acquisitions
Divestitures (1)
Actuarial (gain) loss
Amendments made during the year
Benefits and settlements paid
Estimated subsidy received
Curtailment
Other
Currency translation adjustment
31
122
—
—
—
203
—
70
138
—
37
—
241
1
(209)
(514)
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
25
46
1
—
(18)
7
—
(65)
—
(5)
43
(159)
38
71
5
1
(626)
250
(1)
(84)
—
(2)
(3)
(74)
Projected benefit obligation at end of year
$
3,022
$
2,875
$
1,447
$
1,572
Change in Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year
$
2,504
$
2,656
$
1,201
$
1,656
Actual return on plan assets
Acquisitions
Divestitures (1)
Employer and employee contributions
Benefits paid
Settlement payments
Other
Currency translation adjustment
Fair value of plan assets at end of year
Funded status
(4)
—
—
315
(201)
(8)
—
—
$
$
2,606
(416)
Amounts recognized in the statement of financial position consist of:
Prepaid benefit cost
Accrued benefit liability
Net amount recognized
Weighted Average Assumptions (2)
Discount rate (3)
Rate of compensation increase
$
$
17
(433)
(416)
307
43
—
12
(110)
(404)
—
—
2,504
(371)
47
(418)
(371)
$
$
$
$
48
—
(10)
81
(55)
(10)
39
(117)
1,177
(270)
30
(300)
(270)
$
$
$
$
155
—
(617)
152
(53)
(31)
4
(65)
1,201
(371)
36
(407)
(371)
$
$
$
$
3
9
6
—
—
—
—
(24)
1
—
(4)
(4)
211
219
(9)
—
—
8
(24)
—
—
—
194
(17)
37
(54)
(17)
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
245
5
12
6
7
—
(26)
—
(26)
2
—
—
(1)
224
226
11
—
—
8
(26)
—
—
—
219
(5)
57
(62)
(5)
4.40%
3.25%
4.35%
3.25%
3.15%
3.00%
3.25%
3.00%
3.75%
NA
4.35%
NA
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(1)
(2)
(3)
Fiscal 2014 includes $617 million of plan assets and $626 million of projected benefit obligations transferred to assets
and liabilities held for sale on the consolidated statements of financial position for non-U.S. plans. The prepaid benefit
cost and accrued benefit liability transferred are $24 million and $33 million, respectively. The plan assets transferred
are comprised of $553 million of Level 1 investments and $64 million of Level 2 investments. The Level 1 investments,
by asset category, are cash, equity securities, fixed income securities, real estate and commodities in the amounts of $11
million, $110 million, $356 million, $70 million and $6 million, respectively. The Level 2 investments are hedge fund
investments. The weighted average discount rate and rate of compensation increase assumptions at September 30, 2014
are 2.30% and 2.10%, respectively.
Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information
regarding the Company's disposal groups classified as held for sale.
Plan assets and obligations are determined based on a September 30 measurement date at September 30, 2015 and 2014.
The Company considers the expected benefit payments on a plan-by-plan basis when setting assumed discount rates. As
a result, the Company uses different discount rates for each plan depending on the plan jurisdiction, the demographics of
participants and the expected timing of benefit payments. For the U.S. pension and postretirement plans, the Company
uses a discount rate provided by an independent third party calculated based on an appropriate mix of high quality bonds.
For the non-U.S. pension and postretirement plans, the Company consistently uses the relevant country specific benchmark
indices for determining the various discount rates.
At September 30, 2015, the Company changed the method used to estimate the service and interest components of net
periodic benefit cost for pension and other postretirement benefits for plans that utilize a yield curve approach. This
change compared to the previous method will result in different service and interest components of net periodic benefit
cost (credit) in future periods. Historically, the Company estimated these service and interest cost components utilizing
a single weighted-average discount rate derived from the yield curve used to measure the benefit obligation at the beginning
of the period. The Company elected to utilize a full yield curve approach in the estimation of these components by applying
the specific spot rates along the yield curve used in the determination of the benefit obligation to the relevant projected
cash flows. The Company made this change to provide a more precise measurement of service and interest costs by
improving the correlation between projected benefit cash flows to the corresponding spot yield curve rates. This change
does not affect the measurement of the total benefit obligations or annual net periodic benefit cost (credit) as the change
in the service and interest costs is completely offset in the net actuarial (gain) loss reported. The change in the service
and interest costs going forward is not expected to be significant. The Company has accounted for this change as a change
in accounting estimate.
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
The amounts in AOCI on the consolidated statements of financial position, exclusive of tax impacts, that have not yet been
recognized as components of net periodic benefit cost at September 30, 2015 are as follows (in millions):
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (income)
Net transition obligation
Net prior service cost (credit)
Total
Pension
Benefits
Postretirement
Benefits
$
$
1
4
5
$
$
—
(1)
(1)
The amounts in AOCI expected to be recognized as components of net periodic benefit cost over the next fiscal year are shown
below (in millions):
Amortization of:
Net transition obligation
Net prior service cost (credit)
Total
Pension
Benefits
Postretirement
Benefits
— $
1
1
$
—
(1)
(1)
$
$
97
Net periodic benefit cost
(credit)
Net periodic benefit (cost)
credit related to
discontinued operations
Net periodic benefit cost
(credit) included in
continuing operations
Expense Assumptions:
Discount rate
Expected return on plan assets
Rate of compensation increase
Net Periodic Benefit Cost
The table that follows contains the components of net periodic benefit cost (in millions):
Pension Benefits
U.S. Plans
Non-U.S. Plans
Postretirement Benefits
2015
2014
2013
2015
2014
2013
2015
2014
2013
Year ended September 30,
Components of Net Periodic
Benefit Cost (Credit):
$
32
$
38
$
38
$
3
$
5
$
5
Service cost
Interest cost
$
31
122
$
70
138
$
90
151
Expected return on plan assets
Net actuarial (gain) loss
Amortization of prior service
cost (credit)
Curtailment gain
Settlement (gain) loss
(181)
387
(207)
126
—
—
1
1
—
15
(232)
(433)
1
—
(69)
57
(71)
14
(1)
(15)
—
71
(75)
172
(1)
(2)
1
360
143
(492)
16
204
—
—
—
14
(38)
64
(71)
48
(1)
(26)
(1)
51
19
9
(12)
21
(1)
—
—
20
12
(12)
(24)
(7)
—
—
11
(13)
(20)
(17)
—
—
(26)
(34)
—
—
—
$ 360
$ 143
$ (492)
$
30
$ 166
$
70
$
20
$ (26)
$ (34)
4.35%
7.50%
3.25%
4.90%
8.00%
3.30%
4.15%
8.00%
3.25%
3.00%
4.50%
2.60%
3.60%
4.75%
2.60%
3.40%
4.55%
2.45%
4.35%
5.75%
NA
4.90%
5.80%
NA
4.15%
5.80%
NA
16.
SIGNIFICANT RESTRUCTURING AND IMPAIRMENT COSTS
To better align its resources with its growth strategies and reduce the cost structure of its global operations to address the softness
in certain underlying markets, the Company commits to restructuring plans as necessary.
In fiscal 2015, the Company committed to a significant restructuring plan (2015 Plan) and recorded $397 million of restructuring
and impairment costs in the consolidated statements of income. This is the total amount incurred to date and the total amount
expected to be incurred for this restructuring plan. The restructuring actions related to cost reduction initiatives in the Company’s
Automotive Experience, Building Efficiency and Power Solutions businesses and at Corporate. The costs consist primarily of
workforce reductions, plant closures and asset impairments. Of the restructuring and impairment costs recorded, $182 million
related to the Automotive Experience Seating segment, $166 million related to Corporate, $29 million related to the Building
Efficiency Other segment, $11 million related to the Power Solutions segment, $7 million related to the Building Efficiency Asia
segment and $2 million related to the Building Efficiency North America Systems and Service segment. The restructuring actions
are expected to be substantially complete in fiscal 2016.
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The following table summarizes the changes in the Company’s 2015 Plan reserve, included within other current liabilities in the
consolidated statements of financial position (in millions):
Employee
Severance and
Termination
Benefits
Long-Lived
Asset
Impairments
Other
Total
Original Reserve
Utilized—cash
Utilized—noncash
Balance at September 30, 2015
$
$
191
$
183
$
—
—
—
(183)
191
$
— $
23
—
—
23
$
$
397
—
(183)
214
In fiscal 2014, the Company committed to a significant restructuring plan (2014 Plan) and recorded $324 million of restructuring
and impairment costs in the consolidated statements of income. This is the total amount incurred to date and the total amount
expected to be incurred for this restructuring plan. The restructuring actions related primarily to cost reduction initiatives in the
Company’s Automotive Experience, Building Efficiency and Power Solutions businesses and included workforce reductions, plant
closures, and asset and goodwill impairments. Of the restructuring and impairment costs recorded, $130 million related to the
Automotive Experience Interiors segment, $126 million related to the Building Efficiency Other segment, $29 million related to
the Automotive Experience Seating segment, $16 million related to the Power Solutions segment, $12 million related to the Building
Efficiency North America Systems and Service segment, $7 million related to Corporate and $4 million related to the Building
Efficiency Asia segment. The restructuring actions are expected to be substantially complete in fiscal 2016.
Additionally, the Company recorded $53 million of restructuring and impairment costs within discontinued operations related to
the Automotive Experience Electronics business in fiscal 2014.
The following table summarizes the changes in the Company’s 2014 Plan reserve, included within other current liabilities in the
consolidated statements of financial position (in millions):
Employee
Severance and
Termination
Benefits
Long-Lived
Asset
Impairments
Goodwill
Impairment
Other
Currency
Translation
Total
Original Reserve
Utilized—cash
Utilized—noncash
Balance at September 30, 2014
Utilized—cash
Utilized—noncash
Balance at September 30, 2015
$
$
$
191
$
134
$
(8)
—
—
(134)
47
—
(47)
$
5
$
— $
—
—
—
(6)
183
$
— $
— $
5
$
(6) $
(65)
—
—
—
—
—
(5)
—
—
(13)
118
$
— $
— $
— $
(19) $
377
(8)
(187)
182
(70)
(13)
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In fiscal 2013, the Company committed to a significant restructuring plan (2013 Plan) and recorded $903 million of restructuring
and impairment costs in the consolidated statements of income. This is the total amount incurred to date and the total amount
expected to be incurred for this restructuring plan. The restructuring actions related to cost reduction initiatives in the Company’s
Automotive Experience, Building Efficiency and Power Solutions businesses and included workforce reductions, plant closures,
and asset and goodwill impairments. Of the restructuring and impairment costs recorded, $560 million related to the Automotive
Experience Interiors segment, $152 million related to the Automotive Experience Seating segment, $95 million related to the
Building Efficiency Other segment, $38 million related to the Building Efficiency North America Systems and Service segment,
$36 million related to the Power Solutions segment, $17 million related to Corporate and $5 million related to the Building
Efficiency Asia segment. The restructuring actions are expected to be substantially complete in fiscal 2016.
Additionally, the Company recorded $82 million of restructuring costs within discontinued operations, of which $54 million related
to the GWS business and $28 million related to the Automotive Experience Electronics business in fiscal 2013.
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The following table summarizes the changes in the Company’s 2013 Plan reserve, included within other current liabilities in the
consolidated statements of financial position (in millions):
Employee
Severance and
Termination
Benefits
Long-Lived
Asset
Impairments
Goodwill
Impairment
Other
Currency
Translation
Total
Original Reserve
Utilized—cash
Utilized—noncash
Transfer to liabilities held for sale
Balance at September 30, 2013
Utilized—cash
Utilized—noncash
Transfer from liabilities held for sale
Transfer to liabilities held for sale
Balance at September 30, 2014
Utilized—cash
Utilized—noncash
Balance at September 30, 2015
$
$
$
$
392
$
156
$
430
$
7
$
— $
(26)
—
(31)
—
(156)
—
—
(430)
—
—
(4)
—
—
4
—
335
$
— $
— $
3
$
4
$
(144)
—
31
(24)
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
(3)
—
—
—
—
(11)
—
—
198
$
— $
— $
— $
(7) $
(113)
—
85
$
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
(10)
— $
— $
— $
(17) $
985
(26)
(586)
(31)
342
(147)
(11)
31
(24)
191
(113)
(10)
68
The $31 million of transfers from liabilities held for sale represent restructuring reserves that were included in liabilities held for
sale in the consolidated statements of financial position at September 30, 2013, but were excluded from liabilities held for sale at
September 30, 2014 based on transaction negotiations. See Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial
statements for further information regarding the Company's assets and liabilities held for sale.
The Company's fiscal 2015, 2014, and 2013 restructuring plans included workforce reductions of approximately 13,900 employees
(8,200 for the Automotive Experience business, 4,700 for the Building Efficiency business, 900 for the Power Solutions business
and 100 for Corporate). Restructuring charges associated with employee severance and termination benefits are paid over the
severance period granted to each employee or on a lump sum basis in accordance with individual severance agreements. As of
September 30, 2015, approximately 8,000 of the employees have been separated from the Company pursuant to the restructuring
plans. In addition, the restructuring plans included twenty-three plant closures (eighteen for Automotive Experience and five for
Building Efficiency). As of September 30, 2015, five of the twenty-three plants have been closed.
Refer to Note 17, "Impairment of Long-Lived Assets," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information
regarding the long-lived asset impairment charges recorded as part of the restructuring actions.
Refer to Note 6, "Goodwill and other Intangible Assets," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information
regarding the goodwill impairment charges recorded.
Company management closely monitors its overall cost structure and continually analyzes each of its businesses for opportunities
to consolidate current operations, improve operating efficiencies and locate facilities in low cost countries in close proximity to
customers. This ongoing analysis includes a review of its manufacturing, engineering and purchasing operations, as well as the
overall global footprint for all its businesses. Because of the importance of new vehicle sales by major automotive manufacturers
to operations, the Company is affected by the general business conditions in this industry. Future adverse developments in the
automotive industry could impact the Company’s liquidity position, lead to impairment charges and/or require additional
restructuring of its operations.
17.
IMPAIRMENT OF LONG-LIVED ASSETS
The Company reviews long-lived assets, including property, plant and equipment and other intangible assets with definite lives,
for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the asset’s carrying amount may not be recoverable.
The Company conducts its long-lived asset impairment analyses in accordance with ASC 360-10-15, "Impairment or Disposal of
Long-Lived Assets." ASC 360-10-15 requires the Company to group assets and liabilities at the lowest level for which identifiable
cash flows are largely independent of the cash flows of other assets and liabilities and evaluate the asset group against the sum of
the undiscounted future cash flows. If the undiscounted cash flows do not indicate the carrying amount of the asset is recoverable,
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an impairment charge is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset group exceeds its fair value based on
discounted cash flow analysis or appraisals.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015, the Company concluded it had triggering events requiring assessment of impairment for certain
of its long-lived assets in conjunction with its announced restructuring actions and the intention to spin-off the Automotive
Experience business. As a result, the Company reviewed the long-lived assets for impairment and recorded a $183 million
impairment charge within restructuring and impairment costs on the consolidated statements of income. Of the total impairment
charge, $139 million related to corporate assets, $27 million related to the Automotive Experience Seating segment, $16 million
related to the Building Efficiency Other segment and $1 million related to the Building Efficiency North America Systems and
Service segment. Refer to Note 16, "Significant Restructuring and Impairment Costs," of the notes to consolidated financial
statements for additional information. The impairment was measured, depending on the asset, either under an income approach
utilizing forecasted discounted cash flows or a market approach utilizing an appraisal to determine fair values of the impairment
assets. These methods are consistent with the methods the Company employed in prior periods to value other long-lived assets.
The inputs utilized in the analyses are classified as Level 3 inputs within the fair value hierarchy as defined in ASC 820, "Fair
Value Measurement."
In the third and fourth quarters of fiscal 2014, the Company concluded it had triggering events requiring assessment of impairment
for certain of its long-lived assets in conjunction with its restructuring actions announced in fiscal 2014. In addition, in the fourth
quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company concluded that it had a triggering event requiring assessment of impairment of long-lived
assets held by the Building Efficiency Other - Latin America reporting unit due to the impairment of goodwill in the quarter. As
a result, the Company reviewed the long-lived assets for impairment and recorded a $91 million impairment charge within
restructuring and impairment costs on the consolidated statements of income, of which $45 million was recorded in the third quarter
and $46 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2014. Of the total impairment charge, $45 million related to the Automotive Experience
Interiors segment, $34 million related to the Building Efficiency Other segment, $7 million related to the Automotive Experience
Seating segment and $5 million related to corporate assets. In addition, the Company recorded $43 million of asset and investment
impairments within discontinued operations in the third quarter of fiscal 2014 related to the divestiture of the Automotive Experience
Electronics business. Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," and Note 16, "Significant Restructuring and Impairment Costs,"
of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional information. The impairment was measured, depending on the asset,
either under an income approach utilizing forecasted discounted cash flows or a market approach utilizing an appraisal to determine
fair values of the impairment assets. These methods are consistent with the methods the Company employed in prior periods to
value other long-lived assets. The inputs utilized in the analyses are classified as Level 3 inputs within the fair value hierarchy as
defined in ASC 820, "Fair Value Measurement."
In the second, third and fourth quarters of fiscal 2013, the Company concluded it had a triggering event requiring assessment of
impairment for certain of its long-lived assets in conjunction with its restructuring actions announced in fiscal 2013. In addition,
in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company concluded that it had a triggering event requiring assessment of impairment for
the long-lived assets held by the Automotive Experience Interiors segment due to the impairment of goodwill in the quarter. As a
result, the Company reviewed the long-lived assets for impairment and recorded a $156 million impairment charge within
restructuring and impairment costs on the consolidated statements of income, of which $13 million was recorded in the second
quarter, $36 million in the third quarter and $107 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013. Of the total impairment charge, $57
million related to the Automotive Experience Interiors segment, $40 million related to the Building Efficiency Other segment, $22
million related to the Automotive Experience Seating segment, $18 million related to the Power Solutions segment, $12 million
related to corporate assets and $7 million related to various segments within the Building Efficiency business. Refer to Note 16,
"Significant Restructuring and Impairment Costs," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional information.
The impairment was measured, depending on the asset, either under an income approach utilizing forecasted discounted cash flows
or a market approach utilizing an appraisal to determine fair values of the impairment assets. These methods are consistent with
the methods the Company employed in prior periods to value other long-lived assets. The inputs utilized in the analyses are
classified as Level 3 inputs within the fair value hierarchy as defined in ASC 820, "Fair Value Measurement."
At September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013, the Company concluded it did not have any other triggering events requiring assessment
of impairment of its long-lived assets. Refer to Note 1, "Summary of Significant Accounting Policies," of the notes to consolidated
financial statements for discussion of the Company’s goodwill impairment testing. Refer to Note 6, "Goodwill and Other Intangible
Assets," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the goodwill impairment charges
recorded in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2014 and 2013.
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18.
INCOME TAXES
At March 31, 2015, the Company determined that its GWS segment met the criteria to be classified as a discontinued operation,
which required retrospective application to financial information for all periods presented. Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued
Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the Company's discontinued
operations.
The more significant components of the Company’s income tax provision from continuing operations are as follows (in millions):
Tax expense at federal statutory rate
State income taxes, net of federal benefit
Foreign income tax expense at different rates and foreign losses
without tax benefits
U.S. tax on foreign income
Reserve and valuation allowance adjustments
U.S. credits and incentives
Business divestitures
Restructuring and impairment costs
Other
Income tax provision
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
$
753
(23)
(198)
(203)
(99)
(12)
354
52
(24)
600
$
671
$
7
(196)
(222)
34
(9)
71
75
(24)
407
$
619
39
(299)
(56)
197
(28)
8
238
(44)
674
$
$
The effective rate is below the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2015 primarily due to the benefits of continuing global tax planning
initiatives, income in certain non-U.S. jurisdictions with a tax rate lower than the U.S. statutory tax rate and adjustments due to
tax audit resolutions, partially offset by the tax consequences of business divestitures, and significant restructuring and impairment
costs. The effective rate is below the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2014 primarily due to the benefits of continuing global tax
planning initiatives and income in certain non-U.S. jurisdictions with a tax rate lower than the U.S. statutory tax rate partially
offset by the tax consequences of business divestitures, significant restructuring and impairment costs, and valuation allowance
adjustments. The effective rate is above the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2013 primarily due to the tax consequences of significant
restructuring and impairment costs, and valuation allowance and uncertain tax position adjustments, partially offset by favorable
tax audit resolutions, the benefits of continuing global tax planning initiatives and income in certain non-U.S. jurisdictions with
a tax rate lower than the U.S. statutory tax rate.
Valuation Allowances
The Company reviews the realizability of its deferred tax asset valuation allowances on a quarterly basis, or whenever events or
changes in circumstances indicate that a review is required. In determining the requirement for a valuation allowance, the historical
and projected financial results of the legal entity or consolidated group recording the net deferred tax asset are considered, along
with any other positive or negative evidence. Since future financial results may differ from previous estimates, periodic adjustments
to the Company’s valuation allowances may be necessary.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015, the Company performed an analysis related to the realizability of its worldwide deferred tax
assets. As a result, and after considering tax planning initiatives and other positive and negative evidence, the Company determined
that it was more likely than not that certain deferred tax assets primarily within Spain, Germany, and the United Kingdom would
not be realized, and it is more likely than not that certain deferred tax assets of Poland and Germany will be realized. The impact
of the net valuation allowance provision offset the benefit of valuation allowance releases and, as such, there was no net impact
to income tax expense in the three month period ended September 30, 2015.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company performed an analysis related to the realizability of its worldwide deferred tax
assets. As a result, and after considering tax planning initiatives and other positive and negative evidence, the Company determined
that it was more likely than not that deferred tax assets within Italy would not be realized. Therefore, the Company recorded $34
million of net valuation allowances as income tax expense in the three month period ended September 30, 2014.
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In the first quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company determined that it was more likely than not that the deferred tax asset associated
with a capital loss in Mexico would not be utilized. Therefore, the Company recorded a $21 million valuation allowance as income
tax expense.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company determined that it was more likely than not that deferred tax assets within Germany
and Poland would not be realized. The Company also determined that it was more likely than not that the deferred tax assets within
two French Power Solutions entities would be realized. Therefore, the Company recorded $145 million of net valuation allowances
as income tax expense in the three month period ended September 30, 2013.
In the second quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company determined that it was more likely than not that a portion of the deferred tax
assets within Brazil and Germany would not be realized. Therefore, the Company recorded $94 million of valuation allowances
as income tax expense.
Uncertain Tax Positions
The Company is subject to income taxes in the U.S. and numerous foreign jurisdictions. Judgment is required in determining its
worldwide provision for income taxes and recording the related assets and liabilities. In the ordinary course of the Company’s
business, there are many transactions and calculations where the ultimate tax determination is uncertain. The Company is regularly
under audit by tax authorities.
At September 30, 2015, the Company had gross tax effected unrecognized tax benefits of $1,235 million of which $1,180 million,
if recognized, would impact the effective tax rate. Total net accrued interest at September 30, 2015 was approximately $41 million
(net of tax benefit).
At September 30, 2014, the Company had gross tax effected unrecognized tax benefits of $1,655 million of which $1,505 million,
if recognized, would impact the effective tax rate. Total net accrued interest at September 30, 2014 was approximately $106 million
(net of tax benefit).
At September 30, 2013, the Company had gross tax effected unrecognized tax benefits of $1,345 million of which $1,198 million,
if recognized, would impact the effective tax rate. Total net accrued interest at September 30, 2013 was approximately $84 million
(net of tax benefit).
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending amount of unrecognized tax benefits is as follows (in millions):
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
Beginning balance, September 30
$
1,655
$
1,345
$
Additions for tax positions related to the current year
Additions for tax positions of prior years
Reductions for tax positions of prior years
Settlements with taxing authorities
Statute closings
Audit resolutions
Ending balance, September 30
$
363
23
(124)
(541)
(18)
(123)
1,235
329
31
(36)
(9)
(5)
—
$
1,655
$
1,465
123
84
(43)
(160)
(45)
(79)
1,345
103
During fiscal 2015, the Company settled a significant number of tax examinations in Germany, Mexico and the U.S., impacting
fiscal years 1998 to fiscal 2012. The settlement of unrecognized tax benefits included cash payments for approximately $440
million and the loss of various tax attributes. The reduction for tax positions of prior years is substantially related to foreign
exchange rates. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015, income tax audit resolutions resulted in a net $99 million benefit to income
tax expense.
In the third quarter of fiscal 2013, tax audit resolutions resulted in a net $79 million benefit to income tax expense.
As a result of foreign law changes during the second quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company increased its total reserve for uncertain
tax positions, resulting in income tax expense of $17 million.
In the U.S., it is expected that fiscal years 2013 through 2014 will be examined by the Internal Revenue Service during 2016.
Additionally, the Company is currently under exam in the following major foreign jurisdictions:
Tax Jurisdiction
Belgium
Brazil
Canada
France
Germany
Italy
Korea
Mexico
United Kingdom
Other Tax Matters
Tax Years Covered
2012 - 2014
2004 - 2008, 2011 - 2012
2008 - 2013
2002 - 2013
2007 - 2012
2005 - 2009, 2011
2008 - 2012
2010 - 2013
2011 - 2013
During fiscal 2015, 2014 and 2013, the Company incurred significant charges for restructuring and impairment costs. Refer to
Note 16, "Significant Restructuring and Impairment Costs," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional
information. A substantial portion of these charges cannot be benefited for tax purposes due to the Company's current tax position
in these jurisdictions and the underlying tax basis in the impaired assets, resulting in $52 million, $75 million and $238 million
incremental tax expense in fiscal 2015, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015, the Company completed its global automotive interiors joint venture with Yanfeng Automotive
Trim Systems. Refer to Note 2, "Acquisitions and Divestitures," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional
information. In connection with the divestiture of the Interiors business, the Company recorded a pre-tax gain on divestiture of
$145 million, $38 million net of tax. The tax impact of the gain is due to the jurisdictional mix of gains and losses on the divestiture,
which resulted in non-benefited expenses in certain countries and taxable gains in other countries. In addition, in the third and
fourth quarters of fiscal 2015, the Company provided income tax expense for repatriation of cash and other tax reserves associated
with the Automotive Experience Interiors joint venture transaction, which resulted in a tax charge of $75 million and $223 million,
respectively.
During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company recorded a discrete tax benefit of $51 million due to change in entity status.
In the third quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company disposed of its Automotive Experience Interiors headliner and sun visor product
lines. Refer to Note 2, "Acquisitions and Divestitures," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional information.
As a result, the Company recorded a pre-tax loss on divestiture of $95 million and income tax expense of $38 million. The income
tax expense is due to the jurisdictional mix of gains and losses on the sale, which resulted in non-benefited losses in certain countries
and taxable gains in other countries.
In the third quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company resolved certain Mexican tax issues, which resulted in a $61 million benefit to
income tax expense.
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Impacts of Tax Legislation and Change in Statutory Tax Rates
The "look-through rule," under subpart F of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, expired for the Company on September 30, 2015.
The "look-through rule" had provided an exception to the U.S. taxation of certain income generated by foreign subsidiaries. It is
generally thought that this rule will be extended with the possibility of retroactive application. The “look-through rule” previously
expired for the Company on September 30, 2014 but was extended retroactively to the beginning of the Company’s 2015 fiscal
year.
In the second quarter of fiscal 2015, tax legislation was adopted in Japan which reduced its statutory income tax rate. As a result
of the law change, the Company recorded income tax expense of $17 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2015. Tax legislation
was also adopted in various other jurisdictions during the fiscal year ended September 30, 2015. These law changes did not have
a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
As a result of changes to Mexican tax law in the first quarter of fiscal 2014, the Company recorded a benefit to income tax expense
of $25 million. Tax legislation was also adopted in various other jurisdictions during the fiscal year ended September 30, 2014.
These law changes did not have a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.
As a result of foreign law changes during the second quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company increased its total reserve for uncertain
tax positions, resulting in income tax expense of $17 million.
Continuing Operations
Components of the provision for income taxes on continuing operations were as follows (in millions):
Current
Federal
State
Foreign
Deferred
Federal
State
Foreign
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
$
(477) $
(21)
906
408
201
(31)
22
192
109
$
15
585
709
(175)
(6)
(121)
(302)
Income tax provision
$
600
$
407
$
67
30
340
437
204
14
19
237
674
Consolidated domestic income from continuing operations before income taxes and noncontrolling interests for the fiscal years
ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 was income of $1,051 million, $1,370 million and $1,960 million, respectively.
Consolidated foreign income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes and noncontrolling interests for the fiscal
years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 was income (loss) of $1,100 million, $546 million and $(192) million, respectively.
Income taxes paid for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 were $1,163 million, $782 million and $531
million, respectively.
The Company has not provided additional U.S. income taxes on approximately $8.06 billion of undistributed earnings of
consolidated foreign subsidiaries included in shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. Such earnings could become
taxable upon the sale or liquidation of these foreign subsidiaries or upon dividend repatriation. The Company’s intent is for such
earnings to be reinvested by the subsidiaries or to be repatriated only when it would be tax effective through the utilization of
foreign tax credits. It is not practicable to estimate the amount of unrecognized withholding taxes and deferred tax liability on such
earnings. However, in fiscal 2015, the Company did provide income tax expense related to the repatriation of earnings of certain
non-U.S. subsidiaries in connection with the GWS and Automotive Experience Interiors divestitures. In addition, the Company
needs to complete the final steps of repatriation of the cash proceeds from these transactions and, as a result, the Company provided
deferred taxes of $136 million for the income tax expense that would be triggered upon repatriation of this cash. Refer to
105
"Capitalization" within the "Liquidity and Capital Resources" section of Item 7 for discussion of domestic and foreign cash
projections.
Deferred taxes were classified in the consolidated statements of financial position as follows (in millions):
Other current assets
Other noncurrent assets
Other current liabilities
Other noncurrent liabilities
Net deferred tax asset
September 30,
2015
2014
$
$
624
$
1,327
(49)
(420)
1,482
$
558
1,834
(51)
(427)
1,914
Temporary differences and carryforwards which gave rise to deferred tax assets and liabilities included (in millions):
Deferred tax assets
Accrued expenses and reserves
Employee and retiree benefits
Net operating loss and other credit carryforwards
$
Research and development
Joint ventures and partnerships
Other
Valuation allowances
Deferred tax liabilities
Property, plant and equipment
Intangible assets
Joint ventures and partnerships
Other
September 30,
2015
2014
$
210
270
2,471
64
231
16
3,262
(1,256)
2,006
124
400
—
—
524
197
243
3,233
118
—
—
3,791
(1,285)
2,506
128
275
37
152
592
Net deferred tax asset
$
1,482
$
1,914
Note that the above tables exclude the amounts of deferred tax assets and liabilities for fiscal 2014 that have been transferred to
assets held for sale and liabilities held for sale within the consolidated statements of financial position.
At September 30, 2015, the Company had available net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $4.8 billion, of which $1.7
billion will expire at various dates between 2016 and 2035, and the remainder has an indefinite carryforward period. The Company
had available U.S. foreign tax credit carryforwards at September 30, 2015 of $934 million, which will expire at various dates
between 2020 and 2024. The valuation allowance, generally, is for loss carryforwards for which realization is uncertain because
it is unlikely that the losses will be realized given the lack of sustained profitability and/or limited carryforward periods in certain
countries.
19.
SEGMENT INFORMATION
At March 31, 2015, the Company determined that its GWS segment met the criteria to be classified as a discontinued operation,
which required retrospective application to financial information for all periods presented. Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued
Operations," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the Company's discontinued
operations.
106
ASC 280, "Segment Reporting," establishes the standards for reporting information about segments in financial statements. In
applying the criteria set forth in ASC 280, the Company has determined that it has six reportable segments for financial reporting
purposes. The Company’s six reportable segments are presented in the context of its three primary businesses - Building Efficiency,
Automotive Experience and Power Solutions.
Building Efficiency
Building Efficiency designs, produces, markets and installs HVAC and control systems that monitor, automate and integrate critical
building segment equipment and conditions including HVAC, fire-safety and security in commercial buildings and in various
industrial applications.
• North America Systems and Service provides HVAC and controls systems, energy efficient solutions and technical
services, including inspection, scheduled maintenance, and repair and replacement of mechanical and control systems to
non-residential buildings and industrials applications in the North American marketplace.
• Asia provides HVAC and refrigeration systems and technical services to the Asian marketplace.
• Other provides HVAC and refrigeration systems and technical services to markets in Europe, the Middle East and Latin
America. Other also designs and produces heating and air conditioning solutions for residential and light commercial
applications, and markets products to the replacement and new construction markets.
Automotive Experience
Automotive Experience designs and manufactures interior systems and products for passenger cars and light trucks, including
vans, pick-up trucks and sport utility/crossover vehicles.
•
•
Seating produces automotive seat metal structures and mechanisms, foam, trim, fabric and complete seat systems.
Interiors produces instrument panels, floor consoles and door panels.
Power Solutions
Power Solutions services both automotive original equipment manufacturers and the battery aftermarket by providing advanced
battery technology, coupled with systems engineering, marketing and service expertise.
107
Management evaluates the performance of the segments based primarily on segment income, which represents income from
continuing operations before income taxes and noncontrolling interests excluding net financing charges, significant restructuring
and impairment costs, and net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans. General corporate and other
overhead expenses are allocated to business segments in determining segment income. As mentioned above, the previously reported
GWS segment met the criteria to be classified as a discontinued operation, and general corporate overhead was not allocated to
discontinued operations. The Company reported discontinued operations through retrospective application to all periods presented,
resulting in general corporate allocation changes between the segments in the prior periods. Financial information relating to the
Company’s reportable segments is as follows (in millions):
Net Sales
Building Efficiency
North America Systems and Service
$
4,443
$
4,336
$
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
Asia
Other
Automotive Experience
Seating
Interiors
Power Solutions
Total net sales
Segment Income (Loss)
Building Efficiency
North America Systems and Service (1)
Asia (2)
Other (3)
Automotive Experience
Seating (4)
Interiors (5)
Power Solutions (6)
Total segment income
Net financing charges
Restructuring and impairment costs
Net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and
postretirement plans
$
$
1,957
4,110
10,510
16,539
3,540
20,079
6,590
2,069
3,680
10,085
17,531
4,501
22,032
6,632
37,179
$
38,749
$
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
$
513
283
127
923
928
254
1,182
1,153
$
448
332
37
817
853
(1)
852
1,052
$
3,258
$
2,721
$
(288)
(397)
(422)
(244)
(324)
(237)
Income from continuing operations before income taxes
$
2,151
$
1,916
$
4,492
2,022
3,812
10,326
16,285
4,176
20,461
6,358
37,145
498
270
77
845
686
(19)
667
999
2,511
(247)
(903)
407
1,768
108
Assets
Building Efficiency
North America Systems and Service
$
2,726
$
2,758
$
2015
September 30,
2014
2013
Global Workplace Solutions (7)
Asia
Other
Automotive Experience
Seating
Interiors (7)
Power Solutions
Assets held for sale
Unallocated
Total
Depreciation/Amortization
Building Efficiency
North America Systems and Service
Asia
Other
Automotive Experience
Seating
Interiors
Power Solutions
Discontinued Operations
Total
2,699
1,286
1,352
3,769
9,106
9,763
1,872
11,635
7,459
804
2,514
36
19
89
144
354
116
470
272
66
952
—
1,326
5,331
9,383
8,611
1,265
9,876
6,590
55
3,769
—
1,341
5,459
9,558
8,969
321
9,290
6,888
2,787
4,281
29,673
$
32,804
$
31,518
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
$
$
$
43
23
131
197
345
21
366
297
—
$
42
19
99
160
328
128
456
315
24
$
860
$
955
$
109
Capital Expenditures
Building Efficiency
North America Systems and Service
$
Global Workplace Solutions
Asia
Other
Automotive Experience
Seating
Interiors
Electronics
Power Solutions
Total
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
$
37
16
30
185
268
437
121
—
558
309
$
37
16
26
160
239
420
181
31
632
328
12
7
73
106
198
467
235
52
754
425
$
1,135
$
1,199
$
1,377
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Building Efficiency - North America Systems and Service segment income for the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014
and 2013 excludes $2 million, $12 million and $38 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs.
Building Efficiency - Asia segment income for the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 excludes $7 million,
$4 million and $5 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs. For the years ended September 30, 2014
and 2013, Asia segment income includes $21 million and $2 million, respectively, of equity income.
Building Efficiency - Other segment income for the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 excludes $29 million,
$126 million and $95 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs. For the years ended September 30,
2015, 2014 and 2013, Other segment income includes $23 million, $14 million and $26 million, respectively, of equity
income.
Automotive Experience - Seating segment income for the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 excludes $182
million, $29 million and $152 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs. For the years ended
September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013, Seating segment income includes $264 million, $250 million and $287 million,
respectively, of equity income.
Automotive Experience - Interiors segment income for the years ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 excludes $130
million and $560 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs. For the years ended September 30, 2015,
2014 and 2013, Interiors segment income includes $31 million, $35 million and $16 million, respectively, of equity
income.
Power Solutions segment income for the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013 excludes $11 million, $16
million and $36 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs. For the years ended September 30, 2015,
2014 and 2013, Power Solutions segment income includes $57 million, $75 million and $68 million, respectively, of
equity income.
Current year and prior year amounts exclude assets held for sale. Refer to Note 3, "Discontinued Operations," of the notes
to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the Company's disposal groups classified as held
for sale.
The Company has significant sales to the automotive industry. In fiscal years 2015, 2014 and 2013, no customer exceeded 10%
of consolidated net sales.
110
Geographic Segments
Financial information relating to the Company’s operations by geographic area is as follows (in millions):
Net Sales
United States
Germany
Mexico
Other European countries
Other foreign
Total
Long-Lived Assets (Year-end)
United States
Germany
Mexico
Other European countries
Other foreign
Total
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
$
$
$
$
16,841
$
16,596
$
3,375
1,933
7,320
7,710
3,853
2,001
8,913
7,386
37,179
$
38,749
$
2,681
$
2,762
$
680
594
1,006
909
910
567
1,064
1,011
5,870
$
6,314
$
15,406
4,411
2,027
7,639
7,662
37,145
2,551
1,057
560
1,439
978
6,585
Net sales attributed to geographic locations are based on the location of the assets producing the sales. Long-lived assets by
geographic location consist of net property, plant and equipment.
20.
NONCONSOLIDATED PARTIALLY-OWNED AFFILIATES
Investments in the net assets of nonconsolidated partially-owned affiliates are stated in the "Investments in partially-owned
affiliates" line in the consolidated statements of financial position as of September 30, 2015 and 2014. Equity in the net income
of nonconsolidated partially-owned affiliates is stated in the "Equity income" line in the consolidated statements of income for
the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013.
The following table presents summarized financial data for the Company’s nonconsolidated partially-owned affiliates. The amounts
included in the table below represent 100% of the results of operations of such nonconsolidated partially-owned affiliates accounted
for under the equity method.
Summarized balance sheet data as of September 30 is as follows (in millions):
Current assets
Noncurrent assets
Total assets
Current liabilities
Noncurrent liabilities
Noncontrolling interests
Shareholders’ equity
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity
2015
2014
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
7,083
3,294
10,377
6,268
604
20
3,485
10,377
$
4,365
1,822
6,187
3,318
570
10
2,289
6,187
111
Summarized income statement data for the years ended September 30 is as follows (in millions):
Net sales
Gross profit
Net income
Income attributable to noncontrolling interests
Net income attributable to the entity
21.
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
2015
2014
2013
$
12,922
$
10,820
$
1,911
890
10
880
1,638
790
3
787
9,973
1,483
644
5
639
The Company accrues for potential environmental liabilities when it is probable a liability has been incurred and the amount of
the liability is reasonably estimable. Reserves for environmental liabilities totaled $23 million and $24 million at September 30,
2015 and 2014, respectively. The Company reviews the status of its environmental sites on a quarterly basis and adjusts its reserves
accordingly. Such potential liabilities accrued by the Company do not take into consideration possible recoveries of future insurance
proceeds. They do, however, take into account the likely share other parties will bear at remediation sites. It is difficult to estimate
the Company’s ultimate level of liability at many remediation sites due to the large number of other parties that may be involved,
the complexity of determining the relative liability among those parties, the uncertainty as to the nature and scope of the
investigations and remediation to be conducted, the uncertainty in the application of law and risk assessment, the various choices
and costs associated with diverse technologies that may be used in corrective actions at the sites, and the often quite lengthy periods
over which eventual remediation may occur. Nevertheless, the Company does not currently believe that any claims, penalties or
costs in connection with known environmental matters will have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial position,
results of operations or cash flows. In addition, the Company has identified asset retirement obligations for environmental matters
that are expected to be addressed at the retirement, disposal, removal or abandonment of existing owned facilities, primarily in
the Power Solutions business. At September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company recorded conditional asset retirement obligations
of $59 million and $52 million, respectively.
The Company is involved in various lawsuits, claims and proceedings incident to the operation of its businesses, including those
pertaining to product liability, environmental, safety and health, intellectual property, employment, commercial and contractual
matters, and various other casualty matters. Although the outcome of litigation cannot be predicted with certainty and some lawsuits,
claims or proceedings may be disposed of unfavorably to us, it is management’s opinion that none of these will have a material
adverse effect on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows. Costs related to such matters were not
material to the periods presented.
112
JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
SCHEDULE II - VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS
(In millions)
Year Ended September 30,
2015
2014
2013
Accounts Receivable - Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
Balance at beginning of period
Provision charged to costs and expenses
Reserve adjustments
Accounts charged off
Acquisition of businesses
Divestiture of businesses
Currency translation
Transfers to held for sale
Balance at end of period
Deferred Tax Assets - Valuation Allowance
Balance at beginning of period
Allowance provision for new operating and other loss
carryforwards
Allowance provision (benefit) adjustments
Transfers to held for sale
Balance at end of period
$
$
$
$
72
$
68
$
41
(15)
(16)
1
—
(1)
—
82
$
50
(22)
(19)
1
—
(1)
(5)
72
$
1,285
$
1,172
$
23
(52)
—
121
(8)
—
1,256
$
1,285
$
78
68
(50)
(27)
1
(1)
—
(1)
68
766
165
250
(9)
1,172
CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
ITEM 9
None.
ITEM 9A
CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Disclosure Controls and Procedures
The Company’s management, with the participation of the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has
evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act")) as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based
on such evaluations, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that, as of the end of
such period, the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures are effective in recording, processing, summarizing, and reporting,
on a timely basis, information required to be disclosed by the Company in the reports that it files or submits under the Exchange
Act, and that information is accumulated and communicated to the Company’s management, including the Company’s Chief
Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
The Company’s management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as
such term is defined in Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(f). The Company’s management, with the participation of the Company’s Chief
Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial
reporting based on the framework in Internal Control-Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Based on this evaluation, the Company’s management has concluded that, as of
September 30, 2015, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting was effective.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also,
projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to risk that controls may become inadequate because
of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
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PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, an independent registered public accounting firm, has audited the Company’s consolidated financial
statements and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting as of September 30, 2015 as stated in its report which
is included in Item 8 of this Form 10-K and is incorporated by reference herein.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
There have been no changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting during the quarter ended September 30,
2015, that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial
reporting.
ITEM 9B
OTHER INFORMATION
None.
PART III
The information required by Part III, Items 10, 11, 13 and 14, and certain of the information required by Item 12, is incorporated
herein by reference to the Company’s Proxy Statement for its 2016 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (which we refer to as the
fiscal 2015 Proxy Statement), dated and to be filed with the SEC on or about December 14, 2015, as follows:
ITEM 10
DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Incorporated by reference to the sections entitled "Q: Where can I find Corporate Governance materials for Johnson Controls?,"
"Proposal One: Election of Directors," "Corporate Governance," "Board and Committee Membership," "Audit Committee Report"
and "Section 16(a) Beneficial Ownership Reporting Compliance" of the fiscal 2015 Proxy Statement. Required information on
executive officers of the Company appears at Part I, Item 4 of this report.
ITEM 11
EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
Incorporated by reference to the sections entitled "Corporate Governance," "Board and Committee Membership," "Compensation
Committee Report," "Compensation Discussion and Analysis," "Director Compensation during Fiscal Year 2015," "Potential
Payments and Benefits Upon Termination or Change of Control," and "Johnson Controls Share Ownership" of the fiscal 2015
Proxy Statement.
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ITEM 12
SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND
RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
Incorporated by reference to the section entitled "Johnson Controls Share Ownership" of the fiscal 2015 Proxy Statement.
The following table provides information about the Company's equity compensation plans as of September 30, 2015:
(a)
(b)
(c)
Number of Securities to be
Issued upon Exercise of
Outstanding Options,
Warrants and Rights
Weighted-Average Exercise
Price of Outstanding
Options, Warrants and
Rights
Number of Securities
Remaining Available for
Future Issuance Under
Equity Compensation Plans
(Excluding Securities
Reflected in Column (a))
Plan Category
Equity compensation plans
approved by shareholders
Equity compensation plans not
approved by shareholders
Total
13,039,240
$
—
13,039,240
$
31.17
—
31.17
32,116,075
—
32,116,075
(c) Includes shares of Common Stock that remain available for grant as follows: 32,016,319 shares under the 2012 Omnibus Plan
and 99,756 shares under the 2003 Stock Plan for Outside Directors.
ITEM 13
CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS, AND DIRECTOR
INDEPENDENCE
Incorporated by reference to the section entitled "Corporate Governance" of the fiscal 2015 Proxy Statement.
ITEM 14
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTING FEES AND SERVICES
Incorporated by reference to the section entitled "Audit Committee Report" of the fiscal 2015 Proxy Statement.
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PART IV
ITEM 15
EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
(a) The following documents are filed as part of this Form 10-K:
(1) Financial Statements
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Consolidated Statements of Income for the years ended September 30, 2015,
2014 and 2013
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the years
ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013
Consolidated Statements of Financial Position at September 30, 2015 and
2014
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended September 30,
2015, 2014 and 2013
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity Attributable to Johnson
Controls, Inc. for the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(2) Financial Statement Schedule
For the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014 and 2013:
Schedule II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
(3) Exhibits
Page in
Form 10-K
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
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Reference is made to the separate exhibit index contained on pages 118 through 121 filed herewith.
All other schedules are omitted because they are not applicable, or the required information is shown in the financial statements
or notes thereto.
Financial statements of 50% or less-owned companies have been omitted because the proportionate share of their profit before
income taxes and total assets are individually less than 20% of the respective consolidated amounts, and investments in such
companies are less than 20% of consolidated total assets. Refer to Note 20, "Non-Consolidated Partially-Owned Affiliates" of the
notes to consolidated financial statements for the summarized financial data for the Company’s nonconsolidated partially-owned
affiliates.
Other Matters
For the purposes of complying with the amendments to the rules governing Form S-8 under the Securities Act of 1933, the
undersigned registrant hereby undertakes as follows, which undertaking shall be incorporated by reference into registrant’s
Registration Statements on Form S-8 Nos. 333-10707, 333-41564, 333-141578, 333-173326 and 333-188430.
Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act of 1933 may be permitted to directors, officers and
controlling persons of the registrant pursuant to the foregoing provisions, or otherwise, the registrant has been advised that in the
opinion of the SEC such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act of 1933 and is, therefore,
unenforceable. In the event that a claim for indemnification against such liabilities (other than the payment by the registrant of
expenses incurred or paid by a director, officer or controlling person of the registrant in the successful defense of any action, suit
or proceeding) is asserted by such director, officer or controlling person in connection with the securities being registered, the
registrant will, unless in the opinion of its counsel the matter has been settled by controlling precedent, submit to a court of
appropriate jurisdiction the question whether such indemnification by it is against public policy as expressed in the Act and will
be governed by the final adjudication of such issue.
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Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this
report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
SIGNATURES
JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC.
By
/s/ Brian J. Stief
Brian J. Stief
Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
Date: November 18, 2015
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below as of November 18, 2015,
by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities indicated:
/s/ Alex A. Molinaroli
Alex A. Molinaroli
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
/s/ Brian J. Stief
Brian J. Stief
Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer (Principal Financial Officer)
/s/ Suzanne M. Vincent
Suzanne M. Vincent
Vice President and Corporate Controller
(Principal Accounting Officer)
/s/ Natalie A. Black
Natalie A. Black
Director
/s/ David P. Abney
David P. Abney
Director
/s/ Julie L. Bushman
Julie L. Bushman
Director
/s/ Eugenio Clariond Reyes-Retana
Eugenio Clariond Reyes-Retana
Director
/s/ Raymond L. Conner
Raymond L. Conner
Director
/s/ Richard Goodman
Richard Goodman
Director
/s/ William H. Lacy
William H. Lacy
Director
Juan Pablo del Valle Perochena
Director
/s/ Jeffrey A. Joerres
Jeffrey A. Joerres
Director
/s/ Mark P. Vergnano
Mark P. Vergnano
Director
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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Index to Exhibits
Title
Restated Articles of Incorporation of Johnson Controls, Inc., as amended through January 23, 2013
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed January
28, 2013) (Commission File No. 1-5097).
Exhibit
3.(i)
3.(ii)
Johnson Controls, Inc. By-Laws, as amended through July 22, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1
to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed July 24, 2015) (Commission File No. 1-5097).
4.A
4.B
4.C
4.D
4.E
4.F
4.G
4.H
4.I
4.J
4.K
4.L
Miscellaneous long-term debt agreements and financing leases with banks and other creditors and debenture
indentures.*
Miscellaneous industrial development bond long-term debt issues and related loan agreements and leases.*
Letter of agreement dated December 6, 1990 between Johnson Controls, Inc., LaSalle National Trust, N.A.
and Fidelity Management Trust Company which replaces LaSalle National Trust, N.A. as Trustee of the
Johnson Controls, Inc. Employee Stock Ownership Plan Trust with Fidelity Management Trust Company as
Successor Trustee, effective January 1, 1991 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.F to Johnson Controls,
Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 1991) (Commission File No. 1-5097).
Senior indenture, dated January 17, 2006, between Johnson Controls, Inc. and U.S. Bank National Association,
as successor trustee to JP Morgan Chase Bank, National Association (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1
to Johnson Controls, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 [Reg. No. 333-157502]).
Credit Agreement, dated as of August 6, 2013 among Johnson Controls, Inc., the financial institutions parties
thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to
Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed August 9, 2013) (Commission File No. 1-5097).
Subordinated Indenture, dated March 16, 2009, between Johnson Controls, Inc., and U.S. Bank National
Association, as Trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report
on Form 8-K/A filed March 20, 2009) (Commission File No. 1-5097).
Supplemental Indenture No. 1, dated March 16, 2009, between Johnson Controls, Inc. and U.S. Bank National
Association, as Trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report
on Form 8-K/A filed March 20, 2009) (Commission File No. 1-5097).
Supplemental Indenture No. 2, dated March 1, 2012, between Johnson Controls, Inc. and U.S. Bank National
Association, as Trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report
on Form 8-K filed March 1, 2012) (Commission File No. 1-5097).
Officers’ Certificate, dated December 2, 2011, establishing the 2.600% Senior Notes due 2016, 3.750% Senior
Notes due 2021 and 5.250% Senior Notes due 2041 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Johnson
Controls, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed December 2, 2011) (Commission File No. 1-5097).
Officers’ Certificate, dated March 9, 2010 creating 5.000% Senior Notes due 2020 (incorporated by reference
to Exhibit 4.1 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed March 10, 2010) (Commission
File No. 1-5097).
Officers’ Certificate, dated June 13, 2014, establishing the 1.400% Senior Notes due 2017, 3.625% Senior
Notes due 2024, 4.625% Senior Notes due 2044 and 4.950% Senior Notes due 2064 (incorporated by reference
to Exhibit 4.1 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 13, 2014) (Commission File
No. 1-5097).
Officers’ Certificate, dated February 4, 2011, establishing the Floating Rate Notes due 2014 (retired; no longer
outstanding), 1.75% Senior Notes due 2014 (retired; no longer outstanding), 4.25% Senior Notes due 2021
and 5.70% Senior Notes due 2041 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current
Report on Form 8-K filed February 7, 2011). (Commission File No. 1-5097).
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Johnson Controls, Inc
Index to Exhibits
Title
Global Assignment Letter between Dr. Beda Bolzenius and Johnson Controls, Inc. dated as of September 9,
2014 (terminated), (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.A to Johnson Controls, Inc.'s Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2014) (Commission File No. 1-5097). **
Johnson Controls, Inc. Common Stock Purchase Plan for Executives as amended through November 17, 2004
and effective December 1, 2004 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.B to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2004) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Johnson Controls, Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan for Certain Directors, as amended and restated effective
November 18, 2009 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.C to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2009) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Johnson Controls, Inc. Executive Survivor Benefits Plan, as amended and restated effective September 15,
2009 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.D to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for
the year ended September 30, 2009) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Tax Refund Purchase Agreement among Dr. Beda Bolzenius, Johnson Controls, Inc. and Christiane Bolzenius
dated as of November 30, 2012 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Quarterly
Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended December 31, 2012) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Global Assignment Letter between Susan F. Davis and Johnson Controls, Inc. dated as of June 9, 2014, as
amended by the Addendum to Global Assignment Letter between Susan F. Davis and Johnson Controls, Inc.,
dated as of September 30, 2015, filed herewith (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Form of indemnity agreement effective January 16, 2006, between Johnson Controls, Inc. and each of the
directors and elected officers (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.L to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2007) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Johnson Controls, Inc. Director Share Unit Plan, as amended and restated effective September 20, 2011
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.H to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the
year ended September 30, 2011) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Johnson Controls, Inc. 2000 Stock Option Plan, as amended and restated effective January 1, 2009
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.I to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the
year ended September 30, 2009) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Form of stock option award agreement for Johnson Controls, Inc. 2000 Stock Option Plan, as amended through
October 1, 2001, as in use through March 20, 2006 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Johnson
Controls, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed November 15, 2005) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Johnson Controls, Inc. 2001 Restricted Stock Plan, as amended and restated effective September 20, 2011
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.K to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the
year ended September 30, 2011) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Form of restricted stock award agreement for Johnson Controls, Inc. 2001 Restricted Stock Plan, as amended
effective September 20, 2011 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.L to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2011) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Johnson Controls, Inc. Executive Deferred Compensation Plan, as amended and restated effective July 23,
2013 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.M to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for
the year ended September 30, 2013) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Exhibit
10.A
10.B
10.C
10.D
10.E
10.F
10.G
10.H
10.I
10.J
10.K
10.L
10.M
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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Index to Exhibits
Title
Johnson Controls, Inc. 2003 Stock Plan for Outside Directors, as amended September 1, 2009 (incorporated
by reference to Exhibit 10.N to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended
September 30, 2009) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Johnson Controls, Inc. Retirement Restoration Plan, as amended and restated effective July 15, 2015, filed
herewith (Commission File No. 1-5097) **
Johnson Controls, Inc. Compensation Summary for Non-Employee Directors as amended and restated effective
October 1, 2014 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.Q to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2014) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Form of stock option award agreement for Johnson Controls, Inc. 2000 Stock Option Plan, as amended
September 16, 2006, as in effect since October 2, 2006 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.CC to Johnson
Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2006) (Commission File No.
1-5097).**
Johnson Controls, Inc. Long-Term Incentive Performance Plan, as amended and restated effective January 26,
2011 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed
February 1, 2011) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Johnson Controls, Inc. 2007 Stock Option Plan, amended as of September 20, 2011 (incorporated by reference
to Exhibit 10.U to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30,
2011) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Form of stock option or stock appreciation right award agreement for Johnson Controls, Inc. 2007 Stock
Option Plan effective September 20, 2011 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.V to Johnson Controls,
Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2011) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Supplemental Agreement to the Employment Contract between Johnson Controls GmbH and Dr. Beda
Bolzenius dated August 25, 2008 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.EE to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s
Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2008) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Johnson Controls, Inc. Executive Compensation Incentive Recoupment Policy effective September 15, 2009,
as amended through September 25, 2012 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.X to Johnson Controls,
Inc.'s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2012) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Form of employment agreement, including form of change in control agreement, between Johnson Controls,
Inc. and all elected officers and named executives, as amended and restated July 28, 2010 (incorporated by
reference to Exhibit 10.Y to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period
ended June 30, 2010) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Johnson Controls, Inc. 2012 Omnibus Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1(a) to Johnson
Controls, Inc.'s Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 28, 2013) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Form of performance share unit agreement for Johnson Controls, Inc. 2012 Omnibus Incentive Plan for
recipients who have not announced an intention to retire (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1(a) to
Johnson Controls, Inc.'s Current Report on Form 8-K filed November 21, 2013) (Commission File No.
1-5097).**
Form of performance share unit agreement for Johnson Controls, Inc. 2012 Omnibus Incentive Plan for
recipients who have announced an intention to retire (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1(d) to Johnson
Controls, Inc.'s Current Report on Form 8-K filed November 21, 2013) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Exhibit
10.N
10.O
10.P
10.Q
10.R
10.S
10.T
10.U
10.V
10.W
10. X
10.Y
10.Z
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Exhibit
10.AA
10.BB
10.CC
10.DD
12
21
23
31.1
31.2
32
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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Index to Exhibits
Title
Form of restricted stock/restricted stock unit agreement for Johnson Controls, Inc. 2012 Omnibus Incentive
Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1(b) to Johnson Controls, Inc.'s Current Report on Form 8-K
filed November 21, 2013) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Form of restricted stock/restricted stock unit agreement for Johnson Controls, Inc. 2012 Omnibus Incentive
Plan reflecting pro rata vesting on retirement, filed herewith (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Form of option/stock appreciation right agreement for Johnson Controls, Inc. 2012 Omnibus Incentive Plan
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1(c) to Johnson Controls, Inc.'s Current Report on Form 8-K filed
November 21, 2013) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
Separation Agreement and Release of All Claims between Johnson Controls, Inc. and C. David Myers dated
as of September 30, 2014, and amendment thereto, dated October 29, 2014 (incorporated by reference to
Exhibit 10.EE to Johnson Controls, Inc.'s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30,
2014) (Commission File No. 1-5097) .**
Computation of ratio of earnings to fixed charges for the years ended September 30, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012
and 2011, filed herewith.
Subsidiaries of the Registrant, filed herewith.
Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm dated November 18, 2015, filed herewith.
Certification by the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, filed
herewith.
Certification by the Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, filed
herewith.
Certification of Periodic Financial Report by the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant
to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, filed herewith.
The following materials from Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended
September 30, 2015, formatted in XBRL (Extensible Business Reporting Language): (i) the Consolidated
Statements of Financial Position, (ii) the Consolidated Statements of Income, (iii) the Consolidated Statements
of Comprehensive Income (Loss), (iv) the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow, (v) the Consolidated
Statements of Shareholders’ Equity Attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. and (vi) Notes to Consolidated
Financial Statements, filed herewith.
*
These instruments are not being filed as exhibits herewith because none of the long-term debt instruments authorizes the
issuance of debt in excess of 10% of the total assets of Johnson Controls, Inc. and its subsidiaries on a consolidated basis.
Johnson Controls, Inc. agrees to furnish a copy of each agreement to the Securities and Exchange Commission upon
request.
**
Denotes a management contract or compensatory plan.
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