JCI frames York acquisition as platform growth into aftermarket services

Johnson Controls' chairman characterized the York deal as platform growth, with analysts noting the larger opportunity is recurring service revenue on installed equipment and a stronger position in a fragmented $130 billion global commercial-building services market.

“"When we look at acquisitions, we really look at it as platform growth," said John Barth, chairman and chief executive officer of Johnson Controls.”

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