Acuity Brands Signals Industrial Tech Transformation as Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates Amid Infrastructure BoomAcuity Brands (
NYSE: AYI) reported its fiscal first-quarter 2026 results today, January 8, 2026, delivering a performance that underscores its successful pivot from a traditional lighting manufacturer to an industrial technology leader. The company posted adjusted diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $4.69, surpassing the consensus analyst estimate of
Acuity Brands (AYI) Deep Dive: From Light Fixtures to the Intelligent EdgeAs of January 8, 2026, Acuity Brands (
NYSE: AYI) stands at a pivotal crossroads in its century-long history. Long perceived as a legacy manufacturer of light fixtures and bulbs, the company has spent the last five years aggressively pivoting toward a future defined by the "Internet of Things" (IoT) and intelligent building management. Today’s release [...]
Sensormatic Solutions Expands Shrink Analyzer, Introduces New ML Applications That Can Help Uncover ‘What, When and Where’ of Total Retail Loss
Sensormatic Solutions, the leading global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls (
NYSE: JCI), today announced the next big step for its Shrink Analyzer application. The first-of-its-kind, cloud-based shrink intelligence application is showcasing four new machine learning (ML) features: Track and Trace, At-Risk Merchandise Forecast, Organized Retail Crime (ORC) Activity Predictions, and Chat Bot. The latest ML enhancements can help unify operational data to bring more precise, data-driven total retail loss tactics within retailers’ reach. Those in attendance at the 2026 NRF Big Show can get a first look at the new capabilities of Shrink Analyzer at booth (#5321).
The Thermal Backbone of AI: A Deep-Dive Research Feature on Johnson Controls (JCI)As of January 7, 2026, Johnson Controls International (
NYSE: JCI) stands at the epicenter of a global architectural and environmental revolution. Once a sprawling industrial conglomerate known for everything from car seats to residential thermostats, the company has completed a multi-year metamorphosis into a lean, "pure-play" powerhouse of commercial building solutions. The JCI of today [...]
CES 2026: The Dawn of the 'Agentic AI' Era Sparks Market Rotation and Hardware ResurgenceAs the tech world converges on Las Vegas for CES 2026, the atmosphere is electric with a fundamental shift in the artificial intelligence narrative. No longer content with simple generative chatbots, the industry has pivoted toward "Agentic AI"—autonomous systems capable of reasoning, planning, and executing complex tasks without constant
Storefronts Reimagined: Sensormatic Solutions Unveils Innovations That Help Retailers Turn Insights Into Impact at 2026 NRF Big Show
Sensormatic Solutions, the leading global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls (
NYSE: JCI), will be on-site at the 2026 NRF Big Show to give attendees a first look at its solutions reimagining the power of the storefront. The longtime leader in retail analytics and technology—which is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year—will demonstrate the latest advancements to its loss prevention, traffic insights and inventory intelligence portfolio at booth #5321.
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3 Reasons to Sell JCI and 1 Stock to Buy InsteadJohnson Controls has followed the market’s trajectory closely, rising in tandem with the S&P 500 over the past six months. The stock has climbed by 10.3% to $115.26 per share while the index has gained 14.4%.
Sensormatic Solutions AI-Enabled Sensor and Video Technologies Power Store Guest Behaviors Analytics
Sensormatic Solutions, the leading global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls (
NYSE: JCI), is helping retailers unlock and act on critical business metrics though AI-enabled sensors and cameras. Store Guest Behaviors powered by AI harnesses Re-Identification (Re-ID) technology within Orbit AI overhead people counters and Video AI cameras, providing retailers access to actionable insights through ShopperTrak Analytics, enabling swift decision-making and boosting in-store sales activity.
Securitas Technology Bolsters Market Dominance with Strategic Integration of Sonitrol Ft. Lauderdale and Level 5 Security GroupDecember 3, 2025 – In a significant move that underscores the accelerating trend of consolidation within the security and technology sector, Securitas Technology, a global leader in protective services, yesterday announced the integration of Sonitrol Ft. Lauderdale and Level 5 Security Group into its expansive North American operations. This strategic acquisition is poised to significantly [...]
Inclement Weather Impacted Brick-and-Mortar Retail Traffic Throughout Black Friday Weekend
In-store traffic across Black Friday weekend slowed due to severe Midwest weather, according to data from Sensormatic Solutions, the leading global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls (
NYSE: JCI). Data from the brand’s ShopperTrak Analytics showed that while Black Friday (Nov. 28) visits dipped by only 1.7%—outperforming year-to-date trends—traffic dropped more sharply on Saturday (Nov. 29) and Sunday (Nov. 30). Overall, shopper traffic for the weekend (Friday through Sunday) declined 4.4%.
