JCI 2013 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
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ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2013
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TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
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Commission File Number 1-5097
JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Wisconsin
 
39-0380010
(State of Incorporation)
 
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
 
 
5757 North Green Bay Avenue
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
 
53209
(Address of principal executive offices)
 
(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:
(414) 524-1200
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As of March 31, 2013, the aggregate market value of the registrant’s Common Stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant was approximately $24.0 billion based on the closing sales price as reported on the New York Stock Exchange. As of October 31, 2013, 685,160,911 shares of the registrant’s Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share, were outstanding.
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Portions of the definitive Proxy Statement to be delivered to shareholders in connection with the Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held on January 29, 2014 are incorporated by reference into Part III.



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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 IA, 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 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.

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, energy management consulting and operations of entire real estate portfolios for the non-residential buildings market. 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 interior systems through our design and engineering expertise. The Company’s technologies extend into virtually every area of the interior including seating and overhead systems, door systems, floor consoles, instrument panels, cockpits and integrated electronics. 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 certain Start-Stop vehicles, hybrid and electric vehicles.

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 nine reportable segments for financial reporting purposes. The Company’s nine reportable segments are presented in the context of its three primary businesses - Building Efficiency, Automotive Experience and Power Solutions.


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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 five Building Efficiency reportable segments and the three 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, services and solutions designed to improve the comfort, safety and energy efficiency of non-residential buildings and residential properties with operations in 59 countries. Revenues come from facilities management, 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 and mechanical systems are sold to distributors of air-conditioning, refrigeration and commercial heating systems throughout the world. Approximately 43% of Building Efficiency’s sales are derived from HVAC products and installed control systems for construction and retrofit markets, including 14% of total sales related to new commercial construction. Approximately 57% of its sales originate from its service offerings. In fiscal 2013, Building Efficiency accounted for 34% 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. 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. In addition, the Global Workplace Solutions segment provides full-time on-site operations staff and real estate and energy consulting services to help customers, especially multi-national companies, reduce costs and improve the performance of their facility portfolios. The Company’s on-site staff typically performs tasks related to the comfort and reliability of the facility, and manages subcontractors for functions such as food service, cleaning, maintenance and landscaping. The Company also produces air conditioning and heating equipment for the residential market.

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 original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operates approximately 220 wholly- and majority-owned manufacturing or assembly plants, with operations in 35 countries worldwide. Additionally, the business has partially-owned affiliates in Asia, Europe, North America and South America.

Automotive Experience products and systems include complete seating systems and components; cockpit systems, including instrument panels and clusters, information displays and body controllers; overhead systems, including headliners and electronic convenience features; floor consoles; and door systems. In fiscal 2013, Automotive Experience accounted for 51% 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 135 million lead-acid batteries annually in approximately 55 wholly- and majority-owned manufacturing or assembly plants, distribution centers and sales offices in 20 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 75% of unit sales worldwide in fiscal 2013 were to the automotive replacement market, with the remaining sales to the OEM market.

Power Solutions accounted for 15% of the Company’s fiscal 2013 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 contracts 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.; Goodman Global, Inc.; GC Midea Holding Co, Ltd. and Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. In addition to HVAC equipment, Building Efficiency competes in a highly fragmented HVAC services market, which is dominated by local providers. The facilities management market, including Global Workplace Solutions, is also fragmented at the local level with many regional companies servicing specific geographies. The largest competition comes from ISS A/S; Sodexo SA and Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc. Sales of services are largely dependent upon numerous individual contracts with commercial businesses worldwide. 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 competitors include Lear Corporation, Faurecia SA and Magna International Inc.

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, 2013, the backlog was $4.8 billion, the majority of which relates to fiscal 2014. The backlog as of September 30, 2012 was $5.2 billion. The decrease in backlog was primarily due to the divestiture impacts in Europe and decline in the North

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America Service, Other and Asia segments, partially offset by an increase in the North America Systems segment. The backlog does not include amounts associated with contracts in the Global Workplace Solutions business because such contracts are typically multi-year service awards, nor does it include unitary products within the Other segment. 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.

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 the year, and the Company expects such availability to continue. In fiscal 2014, 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 by negotiation with regulatory authorities that result in 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 2013 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.


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Employees

As of September 30, 2013, the Company employed approximately 170,000 employees, of whom approximately 107,000 were hourly and 63,000 were salaried.

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

General Risks

General economic, credit and capital market conditions could adversely affect our financial performance, may affect our ability to grow or sustain our businesses and could negatively affect 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 three 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 automotive industry or residential and commercial construction markets 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 disruption of the credit markets could reduce our access to capital

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necessary for our operations and executing our strategic plan. If our access to capital were to become significantly constrained or 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.

We are subject to risks associated with our non-U.S. operations that could adversely affect our 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.

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. Our primary exposures are to the euro, British pound, Japanese yen, Czech koruna, Mexican peso, Romanian lei, Hungarian forint, Polish zloty, Canadian dollar and Chinese renminbi. 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 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.

We are subject to regulation of our international operations that could adversely affect our business and results of operations.

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 the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, U.K. Bribery Act and the U.S. Export Administration Act. Violations of these laws, which are complex, may result in criminal penalties or sanctions that could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.

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.

New 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 (DRC) 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

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2013, with initial disclosure requirements beginning in May 2014. 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. The implementation of these 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. 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.

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 statement 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, 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. As 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. U.S. generally accepted accounting principles 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 things, 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.

In order to align our resources with our growth strategies, operate more efficiently and control costs, we periodically announce restructuring plans, which include workforce reductions, global plant closures and consolidations, long-lived 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 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 statement of financial position and provision for income taxes.

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.


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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. The Company cannot predict the ultimate financial impact, as the investigation is at a preliminary stage. We will continue to cooperate with the EC in their investigation and monitor related commercial and financial implications, if any. 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.

A downgrade in the ratings of our debt could restrict our ability to access the debt capital markets and increase our interest costs.

Changes in the ratings that rating agencies assign to our debt may ultimately impact our access to the debt capital markets and 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. Tightening in the credit markets and the 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 continued 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.

We are subject to potential insolvency or financial distress of third parties.

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 position or liquidity could otherwise be adversely affected.

We may be unable to complete or integrate acquisitions effectively, which may adversely affect our growth, profitability and results of operations.

We expect acquisitions of businesses and assets to play a role in our future growth. We cannot be certain that we will be able to identify attractive acquisition targets, obtain financing for acquisitions on satisfactory terms, successfully acquire identified targets or manage timing of acquisitions with capital obligations across our businesses. Additionally, we may not be successful in integrating acquired businesses 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. We are also subject to applicable antitrust laws and must avoid anticompetitive behavior. These and other acquisition-related factors may negatively and adversely impact our growth, profitability and results of operations.

We are subject to business continuity risks associated with centralization of certain administrative functions.

We have been and are in the process of 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.

A failure of our information technology (IT) infrastructure could adversely impact our business and operations.

We rely upon the capacity, reliability and security of our information technology infrastructure and our ability to expand and continually update this infrastructure in response to the changing needs of our business. For example, we are implementing new enterprise resource planning and other IT systems in certain of our businesses over a period of several years. As we implement the 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, 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 are vulnerable to damages

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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 or customer information. To the extent that any disruptions or security breach results in a loss or damage to our data, or an inappropriate disclosure of confidential 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 our leadership transition 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.

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 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 residential and commercial new construction markets may adversely affect our results of operations.

HVAC equipment sales in the residential and commercial new construction markets correlate to the number of new homes and buildings that are built. The strength of the residential and commercial markets depends in part on the availability of consumer and commercial financing for our customers, along with inventory and pricing of existing homes and buildings. If economic and credit market conditions decline, it may result in a decline in the residential housing construction market and construction of new commercial buildings. 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 facility management supply contracts or other 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 legislation; a decline in the outsourcing of facility management services; availability of labor to support growth of our service businesses; and natural or man-made disasters or losses that impact our ability to deliver facility management and other products and services to our customers.

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Automotive Experience Risks

Conditions in the automotive industry may adversely affect our results of operations.

Our financial performance depends, in part, on conditions in the automotive industry. In fiscal 2013, our largest customers globally were automobile manufacturers Ford Motor Company (Ford), Daimler AG and General Motors Corporation (GM). 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.

Uncertainty related to the economic conditions in Europe may adversely affect our results of operations.

Automakers across Europe are experiencing difficulties from a weakened economy and tightening credit markets. As a result, we have experienced and may continue to experience reductions in orders from these OEM customers. A prolonged downturn in the European automotive industry or a significant change in product mix due to consumer demand could require us to shut down additional plants or result in additional impairment charges, restructuring actions or changes in our valuation allowances against deferred tax assets, which could be material to our consolidated financial statements. Continued uncertainty relating to the economic conditions in Europe may continue to have an adverse impact on our business.

We are subject to pricing pressure from our automotive customers.

We face significant competitive pressures in all of our 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 from these pressures by improved operating efficiencies and reduced expenditures, those pricing reductions may have an adverse impact on our business.

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.

Change 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, cross-over vehicles, minivans and SUVs, 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.


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The cyclicality of original equipment automobile production rates may adversely affect the results of operations in our Automotive Experience business.

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 of our joint ventures and relationships with our strategic business partners; global overcapacity and vehicle platform proliferation; divestiture of the businesses held for sale could result in a gain or loss on sale to the extent the ultimate selling price differs from the current carrying value of the net assets; and potential complications and complexities encountered during the intended divestiture of our Electronics business.

Power Solutions Risks

We face competition and pricing pressure from other companies in the Power Solutions 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 results of operations may be adversely affected.

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 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 25% of the total sales of the Power Solutions business in fiscal 2013. 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.

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

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market; 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 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; increasing global environmental and safety regulations related to the manufacturing and recycling of lead-acid batteries, and transportation of battery materials; 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, 2013, the Company conducted its operations in 66 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 87 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
 
 
 
 
 
Arizona
Phoenix (1),(4)
 
Austria
Vienna (4)
California
Fremont (1),(4)
 
Belgium
Diegem (1),(4)
 
Roseville (1),(4)
 
Brazil
Curitiba (4)
 
Simi Valley (1),(4)
 
Canada
Ajax (1),(3)
Delaware
Newark (1),(4)
 
 
Markham (2),(4)
Florida
Largo (1),(3)
 
 
Oakville (1),(4)
 
Medley (1),(4)
 
China
Guangzhou (1),(4)
Georgia
Atlanta (1),(4)
 
 
Qingyuan (2),(3)
Illinois
Arlington Heights (4)
 
 
Wuxi (2),(3)
 
Elmhurst (1),(4)
 
Denmark
Hojbjerg (3)
 
Wheeling (1),(4)
 
 
Hornslet (1),(3)
Kansas
Lenexa (1),(4)
 
 
Viby (2),(3)
 
Wichita (2),(3)
 
France
Carquefou Cedex (2),(3)
Kentucky
Louisville (1),(4)
 
 
Colombes (1),(3)
Maryland
Baltimore (1),(4)
 
Germany
Essen (1),(3)
 
Capitol Heights (1),(4)
 
 
Flensburg (1)
 
Rossville (1)
 
 
Hamburg (1),(3)
 
Sparks (1),(4)
 
 
Kempen (1)
Massachusetts
Lynnfield (4)
 
 
Mannheim (1),(3)
Michigan
Sterling Heights (1),(4)
 
Hong Kong
Hong Kong (1),(4)
Minnesota
Plymouth (1),(4)
 
India
Pune (1)
Mississippi
Hattiesburg (1)
 
Italy
Milan (1),(3)
Missouri
Albany
 
Japan
Tokyo (1),(4)
 
St. Louis (1),(4)
 
Mexico
Apodaca (1)
New Jersey
Hainesport (1),(4)
 
 
Durango (1)
North Carolina
Charlotte (1),(4)
 
 
Juarez (3)
Oklahoma
Norman (3)
 
 
Reynosa (3)
Oregon
Portland (1),(4)
 
Netherlands
Dordrecht (3)
Pennsylvania
Audubon (1),(4)
 
 
Gorinchem (1),(3)
 
Waynesboro (3)
 
Russia
Moscow (1),(3)
 
York (1)
 
South Africa
Isando (1),(4)
Texas
Houston (1),(4)
 
Spain
Sabadell (1),(3)
 
Irving (4)
 
Thailand
Samutsakorn (1),(4)
 
San Antonio
 
Turkey
Manisa (1)
Washington
Fife (1),(4)
 
United Arab Emirates
Dubai (1),(3)
Wisconsin
Milwaukee (2),(4)
 
 
 
 
Waukesha (1),(4)
 
 
 

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Automotive Experience
 
 
 
 
 
Alabama
Bessemer (1)
 
Argentina
Buenos Aires (1)
 
Clanton
 
 
Cordoba (1)
 
Cottondale
 
 
Rosario
 
Eastaboga
 
Australia
Adelaide (1)
 
McCalla (1)
 
Austria
Graz (1)
Georgia
West Point (1)
 
 
Mandling
Illinois
Sycamore
 
Belgium
Assenede (1)
Indiana
Kendallville
 
Brazil
Gravatai
Kentucky
Cadiz
 
 
Pouso Alegre
 
Georgetown (2)
 
 
Quatro Barras (2)
 
Louisville (1)
 
 
Sao Bernardo do Campo
 
Shelbyville (1)
 
 
Santo Andre
 
Winchester (1)
 
 
Sao Jose dos Campos
Louisiana
Shreveport
 
 
Sao Jose dos Pinhais (1)
Michigan
Auburn Hills (1)
 
Bulgaria
Sofia (1),(4)
 
Battle Creek
 
Canada
Milton
 
Cascade (1)
 
 
Mississauga (1)
 
Detroit
 
 
Tillsonburg
 
Highland Park (1)
 
 
Whitby (2)
 
Holland (2),(3)
 
China
Beijing (3)
 
Lansing (2)
 
 
Changchun (1)
 
Monroe (1)
 
 
Shanghai (1),(3)
 
Port Huron (1)
 
 
Wuhu (1)
 
Plymouth (2),(3)
 
Czech Republic
Bezdecin (1)
 
Romulus (1)
 
 
Ceska Lipa (4)
 
Taylor (1)
 
 
Mlada Boleslav (1)
 
Warren (1)
 
 
Roudnice
Missouri
Eldon (2)
 
 
Rychnov (1)
 
Riverside (1)
 
 
Strakonice (4)
Ohio
Bryan
 
 
Straz pod Ralskem
 
Greenfield
 
 
Zatec
 
Northwood
 
France
Cergy (1),(4)
 
Wauseon
 
 
Conflans-sur-Lanterne
Tennessee
Murfreesboro (2)
 
 
Creutzwald
 
Pulaski (1)
 
 
Fesches-le-Chatel (1)
Texas
El Paso (1)
 
 
La Ferte Bernard
 
San Antonio (1)
 
 
Rosny
 
 
 
 
Strasbourg
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


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Automotive Experience (continued)
 
 
 
 
 
Germany
Boblingen (1)
 
Poland
Bierun
 
Bochum (2)
 
 
Siemianowice
 
Burscheid (2),(4)
 
 
Skarbimierz (1)
 
Dautphe (2)
 
 
Swiebodzin
 
Espelkamp
 
 
Zory
 
Grefrath
 
Portugal
Palmela
 
Hannover (1)
 
Romania
Bradu
 
Hilchenbach (2)
 
 
Craiova (1)
 
Holzgerlingen (1)
 
 
Jimbolia (1)
 
Karlsruhe (1),(4)
 
 
Mioveni (1)
 
Luneburg
 
 
Pitesti (1)
 
Markgroningen (1)
 
 
Ploesti
 
Neustadt
 
 
Timisoara (1)
 
Rastatt (1)
 
Russia
St. Petersburg (1)
 
Remchingen
 
 
Togliatti (1)
 
Rockenhausen
 
Slovak Republic
Kostany nad Turcom (2)
 
Saarlouis (1)
 
 
Lozorno (1)
 
Solingen
 
 
Lucenec (2)
 
Uberherrn
 
 
Namestovo (1)
 
Waghausel (3)
 
 
Trencin (1)
 
Zwickau
 
 
Zilina (2)
India
Pune (1),(3)
 
Slovenia
Novo Mesto (1)
Italy
Grugliasco (1)
 
 
Slovenj Gradec (3)
 
Melfi
 
South Africa
Chloorkop (1)
 
Ogliastro Cilento
 
 
East London (1)
 
Rocca D'Evandro
 
 
Korsten
Japan
Hamamatsu
 
 
Pretoria
 
Higashiomi
 
 
Swartkops (1)
 
Yokohama (1),(4)
 
 
Uitenhage (1)
 
Yokosuka (2)
 
Spain
Abrera
Korea
Ansan (1),(4)
 
 
Alagon
 
Asan
 
 
Almussafes (2)
Macedonia
Skopje
 
 
Calatorao (1)
Malaysia
Melaka (1)
 
 
Pedrola
 
Pekan (1)
 
 
Redondela (1)
 
Selangor Darul Ehsan
 
 
Valladolid
Mexico
Coahuila (1)
 
Sweden
Goteburg (1)
 
Juarez (2)
 
Thailand
Rayong
 
Lerma (1)
 
 
Chonburi (1)
 
Matamaros (1)
 
Tunesia
Bi'r al Bay (1)
 
Monclova
 
Turkey
Bursa (2)
 
Puebla (2)
 
 
Kocaeli
 
Ramos Arizpe
 
United Kingdom
Birmingham
 
Reynosa (1)
 
 
Burton-Upon-Trent
 
Saltillo (2)
 
 
Ellesmere (1)
 
Tlaxcala
 
 
Garston (1)
 
Toluca (1)
 
 
Liverpool (1)
 
 
 
 
Sunderland
 
 
 
 
Telford (1)
 
 
 
 
Wednesbury


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Power Solutions
 
 
 
 
 
Arizona
Yuma (3)
 
Austria
Graz (1),(3)
Delaware
Middletown (3)
 
 
Vienna (1),(3)
Florida
Tampa (3)
 
Brazil
Sorocaba (3)
Illinois
Geneva (3)
 
China
Changxing (3)
Indiana
Ft. Wayne (3)
 
 
Chongqing (3)
Iowa
Red Oak (3)
 
 
Shanghai (2)
Kentucky
Florence (1),(3)
 
Czech Republic
Ceska Lipa (2),(3)
Michigan
Holland (3)
 
France
Rouen
Missouri
St. Joseph (2),(3)
 
 
Sarreguemines (3)
North Carolina
Kernersville (3)
 
Germany
Hannover (3)
Ohio
Toledo (3)
 
 
Krautscheid (3)
Oregon
Canby (2),(3)
 
 
Zwickau (2),(3)
 
Portland (2),(3)
 
Korea
Gumi (2),(3)
South Carolina
Florence (3)
 
Mexico
Celaya
 
Oconee (3)
 
 
Cienega de Flores (1)
Texas
San Antonio (3)
 
 
Escobedo
Wisconsin
Milwaukee (4)
 
 
Flores
 
 
 
 
Garcia
 
 
 
 
San Pedro (1),(4)
 
 
 
 
Tlalnepantla (1),(4)
 
 
 
 
Torreon
 
 
 
Spain
Burgos
 
 
 
 
Guadamar del Segura
 
 
 
 
Guadalajara (1)
 
 
 
 
Ibi (3)
 
 
 
Sweden
Hultsfred

Corporate
 
 
 
 
 
Wisconsin
Milwaukee (4)
 
China
Dalian (1),(4)
 
 
 
Mexico
Monterrey (1),(4)
 
 
 
Singapore
Singapore (1),(4)
 
 
 
Slovak Republic
Bratislava (1),(4)

(1)Leased facility
(2)Includes both leased and owned facilities
(3)Includes both administrative and manufacturing facilities
(4)Administrative facility only

In addition to the above listing, which identifies large properties (greater than 25,000 square feet), there are approximately 560 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 35 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 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

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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 in a manner consistent with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States; that is, when it is probable a liability has been incurred and the amount of the liability is reasonably estimable. Reserves for environmental liabilities totaled $25 million at September 30, 2013 and 2012. 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, 2013 and 2012, the Company recorded conditional asset retirement obligations of $56 million and $76 million, respectively.

The Company is involved in a number of product liability and various other casualty lawsuits incident to the operation of its businesses. The Company maintains insurance coverages and records estimated costs for claims and suits of this nature. 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 20, 2013 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 29, 2014.

    Beda Bolzenius, 57, was elected a Corporate Vice President in November 2005 and has served as President - Automotive Seating since October 2012. He previously served as President of the Automotive Experience business from November 2006 to October 2012 and as Executive Vice President and General Manager Europe, Africa and South America for Automotive Experience from November 2004 to November 2006. Dr. Bolzenius joined the Company in November 2004 from Robert Bosch GmbH, a global manufacturer of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods and building technology, where he most recently served as the president of Bosch’s Body Electronics division.

     Colin Boyd, 54, was elected Vice President, Information Technology and Chief Information Officer in October 2008. Mr. Boyd previously served as Chief Information Officer and Corporate Vice President of Sony Ericsson from 2002 to 2008.

     Susan F. Davis, 60, was elected Executive Vice President of Human Resources in September 2006. She previously served as Vice President of Human Resources from May 1994 to September 2006 and as Vice President of Organizational Development for the Automotive Experience business from August 1993 to April 1994. Ms. Davis joined the Company in 1983. Ms. Davis is a Director of Quanex Building Products Corporation, where she is the Chairwoman of the Compensation and Management Development Committee and serves on the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.

Charles A. Harvey, 61, was elected Corporate Vice President of Diversity and Public Affairs in November 2005. He previously served as Vice President of Human Resources for the Automotive Experience business and in other human resources leadership positions. Mr. Harvey joined the Company in 1991.

     William C. Jackson, 53, was named Executive Vice President, Corporate Development, in September 2013 and has served as President - Automotive Electronics & Interiors since March 2012. Mr. Jackson also served as Executive Vice President - Operations and Innovation, from May 2011 to September 2013. Prior to joining Johnson Controls, Mr. Jackson was Vice President and President of Automotive at Sears Holdings Corporation from 2009 to 2010. Prior to that, he served as Senior

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Vice President and board member of Booz, Allen & Hamilton and Booz & Company, a strategy and consulting firm, where he led the firm’s Global Automotive, Transportation and Industrials Practice.

     Brian Kesseler, 47, was elected a Corporate Vice President and President of the Power Solutions business in January 2013. He previously served as the Chief Operating Officer of the Power Solutions business from May 2012 to January 2013. He served as Vice President and General Manager, Europe Systems & Service, North America Service & Unitary Products Group for the Building Efficiency business from 2009 to April 2012, as Vice President and General Manager, Americas for the Power Solutions business from 2006 to 2009 and as Vice President and General Manager, North America for the Automotive business from 2003 to 2006. Mr. Kesseler joined the Company in 1994.

     R. Bruce McDonald, 53, was elected Executive Vice President in September 2006 and Chief Financial Officer in May 2005. He previously served as Corporate Vice President from January 2002 to September 2006, Assistant Chief Financial Officer from October 2004 to May 2005 and Corporate Controller from November 2001 to October 2004. Mr. McDonald joined the Company in 2001.

     Kim Metcalf-Kupres, 52, was elected a Corporate Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer in May 2013. She served as Vice President, Strategy, Marketing and Sales in the Power Solutions business from 2007 to May 2013. Previously, she served as Vice President, Sales and Marketing for Building Efficiency Systems in North America and has held positions of increasing responsibility since joining the Company in 1994.

     Alex A. Molinaroli, 54, was elected Chief Executive Officer and President effective October 2013. He was also elected to the Board of Directors in October 2013. He previously served as Vice Chairman from January 2013 to October 2013, as a Corporate Vice President from May 2004 to January 2013 and as President of the Company’s Power Solutions business from January 2007 to January 2013. Mr. Molinaroli served as Vice President and General Manager for North America Systems & the Middle East for the Company’s Building Efficiency business and has held increasing levels of responsibility for controls systems and services sales and operations. Mr. Molinaroli joined the Company in 1983.

     John Murphy, 50, was elected a Corporate Vice President and President of the Global Workplace Solutions business in July 2013. He previously served as the Vice President and General Manager of North America-Systems, Latin America, Middle East and Global Security for the Building Efficiency business from October 2009 to July 2013. He has held several global management roles within the Building Efficiency business since joining the Company in 1999.

     C. David Myers, 50, was elected a Corporate Vice President and President of the Building Efficiency business in December 2005, when he joined the Company in connection with the acquisition of York International Corporation (York). At York, Mr. Myers served as Chief Executive Officer from February 2004 to December 2005, President from June 2003 to December 2005, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from January 2003 to June 2003 and Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from February 2000 to January 2003.

     Jerome D. Okarma, 61, was elected Vice President, Secretary and General Counsel in November 2004 and was named a Corporate Vice President in September 2003. He previously served as Assistant Secretary from 1990 to November 2004 and as Deputy General Counsel from June 2000 to November 2004. Mr. Okarma joined the Company in 1989.

     Stephen A. Roell, 63, was elected Chairman effective in January 2008 and was first elected to the Board of Directors in October 2004. He served as Chief Executive Officer from October 2007 through September 2013 and as President from May 2009 through September 2013. Mr. Roell previously served as Executive Vice President from October 2004 through September 2007, Chief Financial Officer between 1991 and May 2005, Senior Vice President from September 1998 to October 2004 and Vice President from 1991 to September 1998. Mr. Roell joined the Company in 1982. Mr. Roell has announced his intention to retire December 31, 2013.

     Brian J. Stief, 57, was elected Vice President and Corporate Controller in July 2010 and serves as the Company’s Principal Accounting Officer. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Stief was a partner with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, which he joined in 1979 and in which he became partner in 1989. He served several of the firm’s largest clients and also held various office managing partner roles.

     Frank A. Voltolina, 53, was elected a Corporate Vice President and Corporate Treasurer in July 2003 when he joined the Company. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Voltolina was Vice President and Treasurer at ArvinMeritor, Inc.

There are no family relationships, as defined by the instructions to this item, among the Company’s executive officers.


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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.

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
Number of Record Holders
as of September 30, 2013
Common Stock, $1.00 par value
38,067
 
 
Common Stock Price Range
 
Dividends
 
2013
 
2012
 
2013
 
2012
First Quarter
$ 24.75 - 30.74
 
$ 24.29 - 33.90
 
$
0.19

 
$
0.18

Second Quarter
30.30 - 35.17
 
30.81 - 35.95
 
0.19

 
0.18

Third Quarter
31.95 - 38.33
 
26.15 - 33.26
 
0.19

 
0.18

Fourth Quarter
35.43 - 43.49
 
23.37 - 29.59
 
0.19

 
0.18

Year
$ 24.75 - 43.49
 
$ 23.37 - 35.95
 
$
0.76

 
$
0.72


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. As of November 21, 2013, the Company has spent approximately $400 million on repurchases under the stock repurchase program in fiscal 2014. In addition, in November 2013 the Company announced an $800 million accelerated stock repurchase agreement with Goldman Sachs that will be funded in November 2013.

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, 2013.


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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, 2013.
Period
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
7/1/13 - 7/31/13
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchases by Company (1)
1,827,045

 
$41.05
 
1,827,045

 
$200,006,026
8/1/13 - 8/31/13
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchases by Company (1)
1,216,976

 
$41.09
 
1,216,976

 
$150,006,536
9/1/13 - 9/30/13
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchases by Company (1)

 

 

 
$650,006,536
7/1/13 - 7/31/13
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchases by Citibank

 

 

 
NA
8/1/13 - 8/31/13
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchases by Citibank

 

 

 
NA
9/1/13 - 9/30/13
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchases by Citibank

 

 

 
NA
 
(1)
Repurchases of the Company’s common stock by the Company pursuant to its publicly announced program may be intended to partially offset dilution related to the Company’s stock option and restricted stock equity compensation plans.


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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, 2008 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, 2009 through September 30, 2013 (in millions, except per share data, percentages, and number of employees and shareholders). Certain amounts have been revised to reflect the retrospective application of the Company’s change in inventory costing method for certain inventory in its Power Solutions business to the first-in first-out (FIFO) method from the last-in first-out (LIFO). Refer to Note 1, “Summary of Significant Accounting Policies,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further details surrounding this accounting policy change.
 
Year ended September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
 
2010
 
2009
OPERATING RESULTS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net sales
$
42,730

 
$
41,955

 
$
40,833

 
$
34,305

 
$
28,497

Segment income (1)
3,293

 
2,497

 
2,348

 
2,025

 
277

Net income (loss) attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. (6)
1,178

 
1,184

 
1,415

 
1,354

 
(661
)
Earnings (loss) per share (6)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
$
1.72

 
$
1.74

 
$
2.09

 
$
2.01

 
$
(1.11
)
Diluted
1.71

 
1.72

 
2.06

 
1.99

 
(1.11
)
Return on average shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. (2) (6)
10
%
 
10
%
 
13
%
 
14
%
 
(7
)%
Capital expenditures
$
1,377

 
$
1,831

 
$
1,325

 
$
777

 
$
647

Depreciation and amortization
952

 
824

 
731

 
691

 
745

Number of employees
170,000

 
170,000

 
162,000

 
137,000

 
130,000

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FINANCIAL POSITION
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Working capital (3)
$
1,062

 
$
2,370

 
$
1,701

 
$
1,031

 
$
1,212

Total assets
31,518

 
30,954

 
29,788

 
25,855

 
24,153

Long-term debt
4,560

 
5,321

 
4,533

 
2,652

 
3,168

Total debt
5,498

 
6,068

 
5,146

 
3,389

 
3,966

Shareholders' equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
12,314

 
11,625

 
11,154

 
10,183

 
9,165

Total debt to capitalization (4)
31
%
 
34
%
 
32
%
 
25
%
 
30
 %
Net book value per share (5)
$
17.99

 
$
17.04

 
$
16.40

 
$
15.11

 
$
13.66

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COMMON SHARE INFORMATION
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dividends per share
$
0.76

 
$
0.72

 
$
0.64

 
$
0.52

 
$
0.52

Market prices
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
High
$
43.49

 
$
35.95

 
$
42.92

 
$
35.77

 
$
30.01

Low
24.75

 
23.37

 
25.91

 
23.62

 
8.35

Weighted average shares (in millions)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
683.7

 
681.5

 
677.7

 
672.0

 
595.3

Diluted
689.2

 
688.6

 
689.9

 
682.5

 
595.3

Number of shareholders
38,067

 
40,019

 
43,340

 
44,627

 
46,460

 
(1)
Segment income is calculated as income from continuing operations before income taxes and noncontrolling interests excluding net financing charges, debt conversion costs, significant restructuring and impairment costs, and net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans.

(2)
Return on average shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. (ROE) represents net income 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 assets and liabilities held for sale.

(4)
Total debt to total capitalization represents total debt divided by the sum of total debt and shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.

(5)
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.

(6)
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. includes $985 million, $297 million and $230 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs in fiscal year 2013, 2012, and 2009, respectively. It also includes $(405) million, $447 million, $384 million, $269 million and $532 million of net mark-to-market charges (gains) on pension and postretirement plans in fiscal year 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively. The preceding amounts are stated on a pre-tax basis.

ITEM 7
MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

General

The Company operates in three primary businesses: Building Efficiency, Automotive Experience and Power Solutions. Building Efficiency provides facility systems, services and workplace solutions including comfort, energy and security management for the residential and non-residential buildings markets. Automotive Experience designs and manufactures interior systems and products 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, 2013. This discussion should be read in conjunction with Item 8, the consolidated financial statements and the notes to consolidated financial statements.

Certain amounts have been revised to reflect the retrospective application of the Company’s change in inventory costing method for certain inventory in its Power Solutions business to the first-in first-out (FIFO) method from the last-in first-out (LIFO). Refer to Note 1, “Summary of Significant Accounting Policies,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further details surrounding this accounting policy change.

Effective October 1, 2012, the Company reorganized the reportable segments within its Automotive Experience business to align with its new management reporting structure and business activities. Prior to this reorganization, Automotive Experience was comprised of three reportable segments for financial reporting purposes: North America, Europe and Asia. As a result of this change, Automotive Experience is now comprised of three new reportable segments for financial reporting purposes: Seating, Interiors and Electronics. Historical information has been revised to reflect the new Automotive Experience reportable segment structure.

Outlook

On October 29, 2013, the Company gave a preliminary outlook of its market and financial expectations for fiscal 2014, saying it believes improving end markets will enable the Company to modestly grow revenues in the upcoming year. Additionally, the Company said it expects first quarter fiscal 2014 earnings per diluted share to increase by approximately 30% (35% adjusting for the impact of the HomeLink® product line divestiture). The Company will provide further detailed guidance at an analyst meeting on December 18, 2013, which will be accessible to the public in a manner that the Company will disclose in advance.

An announcement regarding the potential sale of the remaining Automotive Experience Electronics business is expected to be made by the end of the calendar year. Additionally, on October 29, 2013, the Company announced its intention to explore strategic options to enhance the position and financial capacity of its Automotive Experience Interiors business as a part of the Company's previously stated intention to build its multi-industry business portfolio.


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FISCAL YEAR 2013 COMPARED TO FISCAL YEAR 2012

Net Sales
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
Net sales
$
42,730

 
$
41,955

 
2
%

The increase in consolidated net sales was due to higher sales in the Automotive Experience business ($596 million) and Power Solutions business ($459 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($245 million) and lower sales in the Building Efficiency business ($35 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 in North America and Europe, higher global battery shipments and improved pricing in the Power Solutions business, and improved market conditions in the North America residential market were partially offset by softness in global building demand. Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of net sales by segment.

Cost of Sales / Gross Profit
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
Cost of sales
$
35,952

 
$
35,807

 
0
%
Gross profit
6,778

 
6,148

 
10
%
% of sales
15.9
%
 
14.7
%
 
 

The increase in total cost of sales year over year corresponds to the sales growth noted above, with gross profit as a percentage of sales increasing by 120 basis points. Gross profit in the Automotive Experience business was favorably impacted by higher volumes and lower purchasing costs, partially offset by higher operating costs, and net unfavorable commercial settlements and pricing. The Power Solutions business experienced favorable pricing and product mix, higher volumes and increased benefits of vertical integration including the incremental contribution of the Company's battery recycling facility. Gross profit in the Building Efficiency business experienced favorable margin rates, and benefited year over year from improved labor utilization and pricing initiatives. Foreign currency translation had a favorable impact on cost of sales of approximately $212 million. Net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans had a net favorable year over year impact on cost of sales of $217 million ($184 million gain in fiscal 2013 compared to a $33 million charge in fiscal 2012) primarily due to an increase in year over year discount rates and favorable asset return experience, partially offset by assumption changes for certain non-U.S. plans. Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of segment income by segment.

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
Selling, general and administrative expenses
$
3,965

 
$
4,478

 
-11
 %
% of sales
9.3
%
 
10.7
%
 
 

Selling, general and administrative expenses (SG&A) decreased by $513 million year over year, and SG&A as a percentage of sales decreased by 140 basis points. The favorable impact of net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans in SG&A increased year over year by $635 million ($221 million gain in fiscal 2013 compared to a $414 million charge in fiscal 2012) primarily due to an increase in year over year discount rates and favorable asset return experience, partially offset by assumption changes for certain non-U.S. plans. In addition, a pension settlement gain recorded in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013 related to a lump-sum buyout of deferred vested participants in the U.S. pension plan had a favorable impact on SG&A of $69 million. Power Solutions business SG&A decreased primarily due to favorable legal settlements and a prior year impairment of an equity investment, partially offset by higher employee related expenses. Automotive Experience business SG&A increased primarily due to higher engineering and employee related expenses. Building Efficiency business SG&A increased primarily due to higher employee related expenses, partially offset by cost reduction programs and a current year pension curtailment gain

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resulting from a lost Global Workplace Solutions contract. Foreign currency translation had a favorable impact on SG&A of $17 million. Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of segment income by segment.

Gain on Business Divestitures - Net
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
Gain on business divestitures - net
$
483

 
$
40

 
*
* Measure not meaningful
 
The increase in the gains on business divestitures net of transaction costs was due to a current year gain on divestiture of the HomeLink® product line in the Automotive Experience Electronics segment ($476 million) and a current year gain on divestiture in the Automotive Experience Seating segment ($29 million), partially offset by prior year gains on business divestitures in the Building Efficiency business ($40 million) and a current year loss on divestiture in the Building Efficiency Other segment ($22 million).

Refer to Note 2, “Acquisitions and Divestitures,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further disclosure related to the Company’s business divestitures.

Restructuring and Impairment Costs
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
Restructuring and impairment costs
$
985

 
$
297

 
*
* Measure not meaningful
 
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 2012 and recorded $297 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs, of which $52 million was recorded in the third quarter and $245 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012. As a continuation of its restructuring plan announced in fiscal 2012, the Company recorded $985 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs in fiscal 2013, of which $84 million was recorded in the second quarter, $143 million in the third quarter and $758 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013. 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 restructuring actions are expected to be substantially complete by the end of fiscal 2014.

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
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
Net financing charges
$
248

 
$
233

 
6
%

The increase in net financing charges was primarily due to higher interest expense as a result of higher debt levels during fiscal 2013 as compared to the prior year.


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Equity Income
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
Equity income
$
402

 
$
340

 
18
%

The increase in equity income was primarily due to gains on acquisitions of partially-owned affiliates in the Automotive Experience business ($106 million), partially offset by a prior year redemption of a warrant for an existing partially-owned affiliate in the Power Solutions business ($25 million), a prior year equity interest gain in the Automotive Experience business ($15 million) and a prior year equity interest gain on acquisition of a partially-owned affiliate in the Power Solutions business ($9 million). Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of segment income by segment.

Provision for Income Taxes
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
Provision for income taxes
$
1,168

 
$
209

 
*
* Measure not meaningful

The effective rate is above the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2013 primarily due to the tax consequences of the sale of the HomeLink® product line, significant restructuring and impairment costs, the change in our assertion over reinvestment of foreign undistributed earnings primarily related to the Electronics business, 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. The effective rate is below the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2012 primarily due to continuing global tax planning initiatives and income in certain non-U.S. jurisdictions with a rate of tax 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 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 2013, 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 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.

In fiscal 2012, the Company recorded an overall increase to its valuation allowances of $47 million primarily due to a discrete period income tax adjustment in the fourth quarter. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012, 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 Power Solutions in China would not be realized. Therefore, the Company recorded a $35 million valuation allowance as income tax expense in the three month period ended September 30, 2012.


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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.

As a result of certain events related to prior tax planning initiatives, during the third quarter of fiscal 2012, the Company reduced the reserve for uncertain tax positions by $22 million, including $13 million of interest and penalties, resulting in a 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 Internal Revenue Service 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, 2013, 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.

The Company expects that certain tax examinations, appellate proceedings and/or tax litigation will conclude within the next twelve months, the net impact of which is not expected to be significant to the Company's consolidated financial statements.

Other Tax Matters

In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company disposed of the HomeLink® product line and certain businesses, which resulted in $59 million of incremental tax expense above the statutory rate on the net gain.

In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company provided income tax expense on the foreign undistributed earnings of the non-U.S. subsidiaries primarily related to the Electronics business, which resulted in $210 million of incremental tax expense.

During fiscal 2013, the Company incurred significant charges for restructuring and impairment costs. 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, thus causing a $235 million incremental tax expense.

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

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 "look-through rule," under subpart F of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, expired for the Company on September 30, 2012. The "look-through rule" had provided an exception to the U.S. taxation of certain income generated by foreign subsidiaries. The rule was extended in January 2013 retroactive to the beginning of the Company's 2013 fiscal year.

During the fiscal year ended September 30, 2012, tax legislation was adopted in Japan which reduced its statutory income tax rate by 5%. Also, tax legislation was adopted in various jurisdictions to limit the annual utilization of tax losses that are carried forward. None of these changes had a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.


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Income Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
Income attributable to noncontrolling interests
$
119

 
$
127

 
-6
 %

The decrease in income attributable to noncontrolling interests was primarily due to the effects of an increase in the Company's ownership percentage in an Automotive Experience partially-owned affiliate.

Net Income Attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
$
1,178

 
$
1,184

 
-1
 %

The decrease in net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. was primarily due to higher restructuring and impairment costs, higher net financing charges, an increase in the provision for income taxes and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation, partially offset by higher gross profit, lower selling, general and administrative expenses, incremental gains on business divestitures net of transaction costs, higher equity income and lower income attributable to noncontrolling interests. Fiscal 2013 diluted earnings per share was $1.71 compared to prior year’s diluted earnings per share of $1.72.

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
 
Net Sales
for the Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
 
Segment Income
for the Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
 
2013
 
2012
 
Change
North America Systems
$
2,362

 
$
2,389

 
-1
 %
 
$
279

 
$
286

 
-2
 %
North America Service
2,130

 
2,145

 
-1
 %
 
228

 
164

 
39
 %
Global Workplace Solutions
4,265

 
4,294

 
-1
 %
 
114

 
52

 
*

Asia
2,022

 
1,987

 
2
 %
 
278

 
267

 
4
 %
Other
3,812

 
3,900

 
-2
 %
 
89

 
141

 
-37
 %
 
$
14,591

 
$
14,715

 
-1
 %
 
$
988

 
$
910

 
9
 %
* Measure not meaningful
 
Net Sales:

The decrease in North America Systems was due to lower volumes of equipment and controls systems in the commercial construction and replacement markets ($25 million), and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($2 million).

The decrease in North America Service was due to a reduction in truck-based volumes ($46 million) and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($1 million), partially offset by higher energy solutions volumes ($32 million).

The decrease in Global Workplace Solutions was due to a net decrease in services to new and existing customers ($109 million) and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($26 million), partially offset by incremental sales from a business acquisition ($106 million).


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The increase in Asia was due to higher volumes of equipment and controls ($47 million), and higher service volumes ($30 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($42 million).

The decrease in Other was due to prior year divestitures ($67 million), lower volumes in the Middle East ($64 million) and Europe ($54 million), and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($18 million), partially offset by higher volumes in unitary products ($66 million), Latin America ($23 million) and other businesses ($26 million).

Segment Income:

The decrease in North America Systems was due to higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($33 million) and lower volumes ($8 million), partially offset by favorable margin rates ($28 million) and a pension settlement gain ($6 million).

The increase in North America Service was due to favorable mix and margin rates ($59 million), lower selling, general and administrative expenses ($9 million), a pension settlement gain ($6 million) and a prior year loss on business divestitures ($3 million), partially offset by lower volumes ($13 million).

The increase in Global Workplace Solutions was due to favorable margin rates ($47 million), a pension curtailment gain resulting from a lost contract net of other contract costs ($24 million), a pension settlement gain ($14 million), incremental operating income from a business acquisition ($3 million), higher equity income ($1 million) and the favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($1 million), partially offset by lower volumes ($14 million), and higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($14 million).

The increase in Asia was due to favorable margin rates ($32 million) and higher volumes ($19 million), partially offset by higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($34 million), the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($5 million) and lower equity income ($1 million).

The decrease in Other was due to prior year gains on business divestitures net of transaction costs ($43 million), a current year loss on business divestiture including transaction costs ($22 million), higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($21 million), lower operating income due to prior year divestitures ($11 million), contract related charges ($7 million) and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($2 million), partially offset by favorable margin rates ($49 million), higher equity income ($3 million) and a pension settlement gain ($2 million).

Automotive Experience
 
Net Sales
for the Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
 
Segment Income (Loss)
for the Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
 
2013
 
2012
 
Change
Seating
$
16,285

 
$
15,854

 
3
 %
 
$
723

 
$
694

 
4
%
Interiors
4,176

 
4,129

 
1
 %
 
(9
)
 
(20
)
 
55
%
Electronics
1,320

 
1,351

 
-2
 %
 
585

 
129

 
*

 
$
21,781

 
$
21,334

 
2
 %
 
$
1,299

 
$
803

 
62
%
* Measure not meaningful

Net Sales:

The increase in Seating was due to higher volumes to the Company's major OEM customers ($407 million), incremental sales due to business acquisitions ($89 million), favorable sales mix ($75 million), and the prior year negative impact of the flooding in Thailand and related events ($25 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($147 million) and lower volumes due to a business divestiture ($18 million).

The increase in Interiors was due to higher volumes to the Company's major OEM customers ($38 million) and the favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($9 million).

The decrease in Electronics was due to net unfavorable pricing and commercial settlements ($26 million) and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($11 million), partially offset by higher volumes to the Company's major OEM customers ($6 million).

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Segment Income:

The increase in Seating was due to gains on acquisitions of partially-owned affiliates ($106 million), higher volumes ($76 million), lower purchasing costs ($54 million), a gain on business divestiture ($29 million), a pension settlement gain ($21 million), the prior year negative impact of the flooding in Thailand and related events ($6 million), and incremental operating income due to a business acquisition ($4 million), partially offset by net unfavorable pricing and commercial settlements ($63 million), higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($59 million), unfavorable mix ($42 million), higher operating costs ($29 million), distressed supplier costs ($21 million), higher engineering and launch costs ($17 million), lower equity income including a prior year equity interest gain ($14 million), litigation charges ($10 million), the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($7 million) and lower operating income due to a business divestiture ($5 million).

The increase in Interiors was due to net favorable pricing and commercial settlements ($49 million), lower operating costs ($16 million), higher volumes ($7 million), favorable mix ($6 million), a pension settlement gain ($4 million) and the favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($2 million), partially offset by higher engineering and launch costs ($28 million), higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($25 million), higher purchasing costs ($17 million), distressed supplier costs ($2 million) and lower equity income ($1 million).

The increase in Electronics was due to a gain on the divestiture of the HomeLink® product line net of transaction costs ($476 million), lower purchasing costs ($32 million), higher volumes ($2 million) and higher equity income ($1 million), partially offset by net unfavorable pricing and commercial settlements ($23 million), higher engineering costs ($17 million), higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($6 million), higher operating costs ($5 million) and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($4 million).

Power Solutions
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
Change
Net sales
$
6,358

 
$
5,906

 
8
%
Segment income
1,006

 
784

 
28
%

Net sales increased due to favorable pricing and product mix ($223 million), higher sales volumes ($172 million) and the impact of higher lead costs on pricing ($64 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($7 million).

Segment income increased due to favorable product mix including lead acquisition costs and battery cores ($187 million), higher volumes ($29 million), favorable legal settlements ($20 million), a pension settlement gain ($16 million), a prior year impairment of an equity investment ($14 million), change in asset retirement obligations ($7 million) and higher equity income ($2 million), partially offset by a prior year gain on redemption of a warrant for an existing partially-owned affiliate ($25 million), higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($14 million), a prior year gain on acquisition of a partially-owned affiliate ($9 million), higher net operating and transportation costs ($4 million), and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($1 million).


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FISCAL YEAR 2012 COMPARED TO FISCAL YEAR 2011

Net Sales
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
Net sales
$
41,955

 
$
40,833

 
3
%

The increase in consolidated net sales was due to higher sales in the Automotive Experience business ($2.0 billion), Power Solutions business ($224 million) and Building Efficiency business ($95 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($1.2 billion). Excluding the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation, consolidated net sales increased 6% as compared to the prior year. The favorable impacts of increased automotive industry production in North America, strong automotive and buildings demand in China, and incremental sales from acquisitions were partially offset by the negative impacts of lower automotive industry production in Europe, weak Building Efficiency markets and mild weather conditions on automotive battery aftermarket demand. Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of net sales by segment.

Cost of Sales / Gross Profit
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
Cost of sales
$
35,807

 
$
34,774

 
3
%
Gross profit
6,148

 
6,059

 
1
%
% of sales
14.7
%
 
14.8
%
 
 

The increase in total cost of sales year over year corresponds to the sales growth noted above, with gross profit percentage decreasing slightly. Gross profit in the Automotive Experience business was favorably impacted by lower purchasing costs offset by higher operating costs associated with performance at metals facilities and net unfavorable commercial settlements and pricing. The Power Solutions business experienced favorable pricing and product mix offset by higher operating, lead, battery core and transportation costs. Gross profit in the Building Efficiency business benefited year over year from improved labor utilization and pricing initiatives, offset by overall unfavorable gross margin rates. Foreign currency translation had a favorable impact on cost of sales of approximately $1.1 billion. Net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans had a net favorable year over year impact on cost of sales of $87 million ($33 million charge in fiscal 2012 compared to $120 million charge in fiscal 2011) primarily due to assumption changes for certain non-U.S. plans partially offset by a decline 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
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
Selling, general and administrative expenses
$
4,478

 
$
4,393

 
2
%
% of sales
10.7
%
 
10.8
%
 
 

Selling, general and administrative expenses (SG&A) increased by $85 million year over year, but decreased slightly as a percentage of sales. Automotive Experience business SG&A increased primarily due to the incremental SG&A of acquired businesses, partially offset by non-recurring fiscal 2011 costs related to business acquisitions. Power Solutions business SG&A increased primarily due to higher employee related costs and incremental SG&A of acquired businesses. Building Efficiency business SG&A decreased primarily due to cost reduction initiatives and fiscal 2011 restructuring costs. The unfavorable impact of net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans in SG&A increased year over year by $150 million ($414 million charge in fiscal 2012 compared to $264 million charge in fiscal 2011) primarily due to a significant decline in year over year discount rates. Foreign currency translation had a favorable impact on SG&A of $101 million. Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of segment income by segment.


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Gain on Business Divestitures - Net
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
Gain on business divestitures - net
$
40

 
$

 
*
* Measure not meaningful
 
The increase in the gains on business divestitures net of transaction costs was due to fiscal 2012 divestitures in the Building Efficiency business. There were no business divestitures in fiscal 2011.

Refer to Note 2, “Acquisitions and Divestitures,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further disclosure related to the Company’s business divestitures.

Restructuring and Impairment Costs
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
Restructuring and impairment costs
$
297

 
$

 
*
* Measure not meaningful
 
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 2012 and recorded $297 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs, of which $52 million was recorded in the third quarter and $245 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012. The restructuring charge related to cost reduction initiatives in the Company's Automotive Experience, Building Efficiency and Power Solutions businesses and included workforce reductions and plant closures. The restructuring actions are expected to be substantially complete by the end of fiscal 2014.

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
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
Net financing charges
$
233

 
$
174

 
34
%

The increase in net financing charges was primarily due to higher debt levels in fiscal 2012 as compared to fiscal 2011.

Equity Income
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
Equity income
$
340

 
$
298

 
14
%

The increase in equity income was primarily due to a gain on redemption of a warrant for an existing partially-owned affiliate and a gain on a fiscal 2012 acquisition of a partially-owned affiliate in the Power Solutions business, partially offset by a gain on a fiscal 2011 acquisition of a partially-owned affiliate net of acquisition costs and related purchase accounting adjustments and a partially-owned equity affiliate's restatement of prior period income in the Power Solutions business. The remaining increase in equity income was primarily due to higher earnings at certain Building Efficiency partially-owned affiliates. Refer to the segment analysis below within Item 7 for a discussion of segment income by segment.


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Provision for Income Taxes
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
Provision for income taxes
$
209

 
$
258

 
-19
 %
* Measure not meaningful

The effective rate is below the U.S. statutory rate primarily due to continuing global tax planning initiatives and income in certain non-U.S. jurisdictions with a rate of tax 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 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 fiscal 2012, the Company recorded an overall increase to its valuation allowances of $47 million primarily due to a discrete period income tax adjustment in the fourth quarter. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012, 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 Power Solutions in China would not be realized. Therefore, the Company recorded a $35 million valuation allowance as income tax expense in the three month period ended September 30, 2012.

In fiscal 2011, the Company recorded a decrease to its valuation allowances primarily due to a $30 million discrete period income tax adjustment in the fourth quarter. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011, 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 the deferred tax assets primarily within Denmark, Italy, Automotive Experience in Korea and Automotive Experience in the United Kingdom would be realized. Therefore, the Company released a net $30 million of valuation allowances as a benefit to income tax expense in the three month period ended September 30, 2011.

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.

As a result of certain events related to prior tax planning initiatives, during the third quarter of fiscal 2012, the Company reduced the reserve for uncertain tax positions by $22 million, including $13 million of interest and penalties, resulting in a 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 Internal Revenue Service 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, 2012, 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.


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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, 2012. The look-through rule had provided an exception to the U.S. taxation of certain income generated by foreign subsidiaries. The rule was extended in January 2013 retroactive to the beginning of the Company's 2013 fiscal year.

During the fiscal year ended September 30, 2012, tax legislation was adopted in Japan which reduced its statutory income tax rate by 5%. Also, tax legislation was adopted in various jurisdictions to limit the annual utilization of tax losses that are carried forward. None of these changes had a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.

Income Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
Income attributable to noncontrolling interests
$
127

 
$
117

 
9
%

The increase in income attributable to noncontrolling interests was primarily due to higher earnings at certain Power Solutions and Building Efficiency partially-owned affiliates, partially offset by the effects of an increase in the Company's ownership percentage in an Automotive Experience partially-owned affiliate.

Net Income Attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
$
1,184

 
$
1,415

 
-16
 %

The decrease in net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. was primarily due to higher selling, general and administrative expenses, significant restructuring and impairment costs, net financing charges and income attributable to noncontrolling interests, and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation, partially offset by higher sales and equity income, and a decrease in the provision for income taxes. Fiscal 2012 diluted earnings per share was $1.72 compared to fiscal 2011 diluted earnings per share of $2.06.

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.


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Building Efficiency
 
Net Sales
for the Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
 
Segment Income
for the Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
 
2012
 
2011
 
Change
North America Systems
$
2,389

 
$
2,343

 
2
 %
 
$
286

 
$
247

 
16
%
North America Service
2,145

 
2,305

 
-7
 %
 
164

 
121

 
36
%
Global Workplace Solutions
4,294

 
4,153

 
3
 %
 
52

 
22

 
*

Asia
1,987

 
1,840

 
8
 %
 
267

 
251

 
6
%
Other
3,900

 
4,252

 
-8
 %
 
141

 
105

 
34
%
 
$
14,715

 
$
14,893

 
-1
 %
 
$
910

 
$
746

 
22
%
* Measure not meaningful

Net Sales:

The increase in North America Systems was primarily due to higher volumes of equipment and controls systems in the commercial construction and replacement markets ($50 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($4 million).

The decrease in North America Service was primarily due to a reduction in truck-based volumes ($130 million) and energy solutions volumes ($50 million), and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($4 million), partially offset by the incremental sales from a fiscal 2011 business acquisition ($24 million).

The increase in Global Workplace Solutions was primarily due to a net increase in services to new and existing customers ($264 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($123 million).

The increase in Asia was primarily due to higher service volumes including the fiscal 2011 negative impact of the Japan earthquake and related events ($84 million), higher volumes of equipment and controls systems ($39 million), and the favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($24 million).

The decrease in Other was primarily due to the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($166 million), lower volumes in Latin America ($93 million), the Middle East ($41 million) and Europe ($32 million), and lower volumes due to fiscal 2012 divestitures ($55 million), partially offset by higher volumes in other business areas ($33 million) and unitary products ($2 million).

Segment Income:

The increase in North America Systems was primarily due to lower selling, general and administrative expenses ($24 million) and higher volumes ($15 million).

The increase in North America Service was primarily due to lower selling, general and administrative expenses ($40 million) and favorable margin rates ($38 million), partially offset by lower volumes ($31 million), loss on a business divestiture ($3 million) and lower equity income ($1 million).

The increase in Global Workplace Solutions was primarily due to higher volumes ($15 million), lower selling, general and administrative expenses ($14 million) and favorable margin rates ($4 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($3 million).

The increase in Asia was primarily due to higher volumes ($30 million) and the favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($6 million), partially offset by higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($18 million) and unfavorable margin rates ($2 million).

The increase in Other was primarily due to gains on business divestitures net of transaction costs ($42 million), fiscal 2011 restructuring costs ($35 million), fiscal 2011 non-recurring charges related to South America indirect taxes ($24 million), lower selling, general and administrative expenses ($14 million), fiscal 2011 business distribution costs ($11 million) and higher equity income ($6 million), partially offset by unfavorable margin rates ($51 million), lower volumes

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($20 million), net fiscal 2011 warranty accrual adjustment due to favorable experience ($14 million), lower income due to fiscal 2012 divestitures ($10 million) and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($1 million).

Automotive Experience
 
Net Sales
for the Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
 
Segment Income (Loss)
for the Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
 
2012
 
2011
 
Change
Seating
$
15,854

 
$
14,656

 
8
%
 
$
694

 
$
641

 
8
 %
Interiors
4,129

 
4,119

 
0
%
 
(20
)
 
(5
)
 
*

Electronics
1,351

 
1,290

 
5
%
 
129

 
144

 
-10
 %
 
$
21,334

 
$
20,065

 
6
%
 
$
803

 
$
780

 
3
 %
* Measure not meaningful

Net Sales:

The increase in Seating was primarily due to higher volumes to major OEM customers including the fiscal 2011 negative impact of the Japan earthquake and related events ($1.2 billion), and incremental sales due to business acquisitions ($802 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($584 million), net unfavorable pricing and commercial settlements ($155 million), and the negative impact of the flooding in Thailand and related events ($25 million).

The increase in Interiors was primarily due to higher volumes to major OEM customers including the fiscal 2011 negative impact of the Japan earthquake and related events ($147 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($117 million) and net unfavorable pricing and commercial settlements ($20 million).

The increase in Electronics was primarily due to higher volumes to major OEM customers including the fiscal 2011 negative impact of the Japan earthquake and related events ($73 million), and incremental sales due to a fiscal 2011 business acquisition ($66 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($63 million) and net unfavorable pricing and commercial settlements ($15 million).

Segment Income:

The increase in Seating was primarily due to higher volumes including the fiscal 2011 negative impact of the earthquake in Japan and related events ($246 million), lower purchasing costs ($78 million), fiscal 2011 costs related to business acquisitions ($64 million), incremental operating income of fiscal 2011 acquisitions ($59 million), lower engineering expenses ($13 million), higher equity income ($3 million) and the favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($2 million), partially offset by higher operating costs ($195 million), net unfavorable commercial settlements and pricing ($167 million), higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($44 million), and the negative impact of the flooding in Thailand and related events ($6 million).

The decrease in Interiors was primarily due to higher operating costs ($35 million), and net unfavorable commercial settlements and pricing ($31 million), partially offset by lower purchasing costs ($32 million), lower selling, general and administrative expenses ($9 million), higher equity income ($9 million) and lower engineering expenses ($1 million).

The decrease in Electronics was primarily due to net unfavorable commercial settlements and pricing ($15 million), higher operating costs ($13 million), higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($11 million), and lower equity income ($11 million), partially offset by higher volumes including the fiscal 2011 negative impact of the earthquake in Japan and related events ($14 million), lower engineering expenses ($9 million), lower purchasing costs ($6 million), incremental operating income of a fiscal 2011 acquisition ($5 million) and the favorable impact of foreign currency translation ($1 million).


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Power Solutions
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
 
(in millions)
2012
 
2011
 
Change
Net sales
$
5,906

 
$
5,875

 
1
 %
Segment income
784

 
822

 
-5
 %

Net sales increased primarily due to favorable pricing and product mix ($156 million), higher volumes including the prior year negative impact of the earthquake in Japan and related events ($144 million), and incremental sales due to business acquisitions ($38 million), partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($193 million) and impact of pass through pricing ($114 million).

Segment income decreased primarily due to higher operating and transportation costs ($46 million); higher selling, general and administrative expenses ($43 million); a gain on a fiscal 2011 acquisition of a partially-owned affiliate net of acquisition costs and related purchase accounting adjustments and a partially-owned affiliate's restatement of prior period income ($37 million); the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation ($21 million); an impairment of an equity investment ($14 million) and the unfavorable impact of business acquisitions ($11 million); partially offset by favorable pricing and product mix net of lead acquisition costs including battery cores ($46 million); a gain on redemption of a warrant for an existing partially-owned affiliate ($25 million); higher volumes including the fiscal 2011 negative impact of the earthquake in Japan and related events ($24 million); change in asset retirement obligations ($14 million); an insurance settlement ($12 million); a gain on a fiscal 2012 acquisition of a partially-owned affiliate ($9 million) and higher equity income ($4 million).

GOODWILL, LONG-LIVED ASSETS AND OTHER INVESTMENTS

Goodwill at September 30, 2013 was $6.6 billion, $393 million lower than the prior year. The decrease was primarily due to the impairment in the Automotive Experience Interiors segment, as discussed below, and business divestitures in the Automotive Experience Electronics and Seating segments, partially offset by business acquisitions in the Automotive Experience Seating and Building Efficiency Global Workplace Solutions segments.

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. The impairment testing performed by the Company in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2013 indicated that the estimated fair value of the Automotive Experience Interiors reporting unit did not exceed its corresponding carrying amount including recorded goodwill, and an impairment existed. No other reporting unit was determined to be at risk of failing step one of the goodwill impairment test as the impairment testing performed indicated that the estimated fair value of each reporting unit substantially exceeded its corresponding carrying amount including recorded goodwill at September 30, 2013. No impairments existed at September 30, 2012 and 2011.

Based on a combination of factors, including the recent 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 test require judgment, and changes to these inputs could impact the results of the calculation. Other than management's internal projections of future cash flows, the primary assumptions used in the impairment test were the weighted-average cost of capital and long-term growth rates. Although the

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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 business, there is significant judgment in determining the expected future cash flows attributable to the Interiors business. The impairment charge is a non-cash expense that was recorded within restructuring and impairment costs on the consolidated statement 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. 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. While the Company believes the judgments and assumptions used in the impairment tests are reasonable and no impairment existed at September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, 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.

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 statement 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."

In the third and fourth quarters of fiscal 2012, 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 2012. In addition, in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012, the Company concluded it had a triggering event requiring assessment of impairment for certain of its long-lived assets due to volume declines in the European automotive markets. As a result, the Company reviewed the long-lived assets for impairment and recorded a $39 million impairment charge within restructuring and impairment costs on the consolidated statement of income, of which $3 million was recorded in the third quarter and $36 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012. Of the total impairment charge, $14 million related to the Power Solutions segment, $11 million related to the Automotive Experience Interiors segment, $4 million related to the Building Efficiency Other segment and $10 million related to corporate assets. 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 second quarter of fiscal 2012, the Company recorded a $14 million impairment charge related to an equity investment. Refer to Note 11, “Fair Value Measurements,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional information.

Investments in partially-owned affiliates (“affiliates”) at September 30, 2013 were $1.0 billion, $76 million higher than the prior year. The increase was primarily due to positive earnings by affiliates in all businesses, primarily in the Automotive Experience

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and Power Solutions businesses, partially offset by dividends paid by affiliates and the acquisitions of the controlling interest in formerly unconsolidated Automotive Experience Seating affiliates.

LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES

Working Capital
 
September 30,
2013
 
September 30,
2012
 
 
(in millions)
 
 
Change
Current assets
$
13,698

 
$
12,743

 
 
Current liabilities
(12,117
)
 
(10,855
)
 
 
 
1,581

 
1,888

 
-16
 %
 
 
 
 
 
 
Less: Cash
1,055

 
265

 
 
Add: Short-term debt
119

 
323

 
 
Add: Current portion of long-term debt
819

 
424

 
 
Less: Assets held for sale
804

 

 
 
Add: Liabilities held for sale
402

 

 
 
Working capital
$
1,062

 
$
2,370

 
-55
 %
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounts receivable
7,206

 
7,308

 
-1
 %
Inventories
2,325

 
2,343

 
-1
 %
Accounts payable
6,318

 
6,114

 
3
 %

The Company defines working capital as current assets less current liabilities, excluding cash, short-term debt, the current portion of long-term debt, and 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, 2013 as compared to September 30, 2012 was primarily due to a decrease in other current assets related to income taxes, an increase in reserves due to restructuring activities, higher accounts payable due to timing of supplier payments and lower accounts receivable due to improved collections and timing of customer receipts.

The Company’s days sales in accounts receivable at September 30, 2013 were 51, lower than 55 at the comparable period ended September 30, 2012. 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, 2013 were slightly lower than the comparable period ended September 30, 2012 primarily due to higher inventory production to meet higher sales levels.

Days in accounts payable at September 30, 2013 were 72, consistent with the comparable period ended September 30, 2012.


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Cash Flows
 
Year Ended September 30,
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
Cash provided by operating activities
$
2,686

 
$
1,559

Cash used by investing activities
(580
)
 
(1,792
)
Cash provided (used) by financing activities
(1,214
)
 
207

Capital expenditures
(1,377
)
 
(1,831
)

The increase in cash provided by operating activities was primarily due to favorable changes in accrued liabilities, accrued income taxes, other assets and restructuring reserves; and lower pension and postretirement contributions; partially offset by unfavorable changes in inventories and accounts receivable.

The decrease in cash used by investing activities was primarily due to cash received for business divestitures and lower capital expenditures, partially offset by higher cash paid for acquisitions of businesses.

The increase in cash used by financing activities was primarily due to a prior year $1.1 billion bond issuance, higher repayments of debt and an increase in stock repurchases, partially offset by higher proceeds from the exercise of stock options. Refer to Note 9, “Debt and Financing Arrangements,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further discussion on debt issuances and debt levels.

The decrease in capital expenditures in the current year is primarily related to capacity increases and vertical integration efforts in the prior year in the Power Solutions business, and a reduction in program spending for new customer launches in the Automotive Experience business.

Capitalization
 
September 30,
2013
 
September 30,
2012
 
 
(in millions)
 
 
Change
Short-term debt
$
119

 
$
323

 
 
Current portion of long-term debt
819

 
424

 
 
Long-term debt
4,560

 
5,321

 
 
Total debt
$
5,498

 
$
6,068

 
-9
 %
 
 
 
 
 
 
Shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
12,314

 
11,625

 
6
 %
Total capitalization
$
17,812

 
$
17,693

 
1
 %
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total debt as a % of total capitalization
31
%
 
34
%
 
 

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, 2013 and 2012, the Company had committed bilateral euro denominated credit facilities totaling 237 million euro. Additionally, at September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company had committed bilateral U.S. dollar denominated revolving credit facilities totaling $185 million. Each of these facilities is scheduled to expire in fiscal 2014. There were no draws on any of the revolving credit facilities for the respective periods.

In November 2011, the Company issued $400 million aggregate principal amount of 2.6% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in fiscal 2017, $450 million aggregate principal amount of 3.75% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in fiscal 2022 and $250 million aggregate principal amount of 5.25% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in fiscal 2042. Aggregate net proceeds of $1.1 billion from the issues were used for general corporate purposes, including the retirement of short-term debt and contributions to the Company’s pension and postretirement plans.

In December 2011, the Company entered into a five-year, 75 million euro, floating rate credit facility scheduled to mature in February 2017. The Company drew on the credit facility during the second quarter of fiscal 2012. Proceeds from the facility were used for general corporate purposes.

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In March 2012, the Company remarketed $46 million aggregate principal amount of 11.5% subordinated notes due in fiscal 2042, on behalf of holders of Corporate Units and holders of separate notes, by issuing $46 million aggregate principal amount of 2.355% senior notes due on March 31, 2017.

In November 2012, the Company retired $100 million in principal amount, plus accrued interest of its 5.8% fixed rate notes that matured November 2012. The Company used cash to fund the payment.

In November 2012, the Company entered into a five-year, 70 million euro, floating rate credit facility scheduled to mature in fiscal 2018. The Company drew on the credit facility during the quarter ended December 31, 2012. Proceeds from the facility were used for general corporate purposes.

In August 2013, the Company made a partial repayment of 43 million euro, plus accrued interest, of its 100 million euro floating rate credit facility scheduled to mature in February 2017. The Company used cash to fund the payment.

In August 2013, the Company replaced its $2.5 billion committed four-year credit facility, scheduled to mature in February 2015, with 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 facility as of September 30, 2013.

In September 2013, the Company retired $300 million in principal amount, plus accrued interest, of its 4.875% fixed rate notes that matured in September 2013. The Company used cash to fund the payment.

The Company also selectively makes use of short-term credit lines. The Company estimates that, as of September 30, 2013, it could borrow up to $2.1 billion on committed credit lines.

The Company believes its capital resources and liquidity position at September 30, 2013 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 2014 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, 2013. 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. The Company currently does not intend nor foresee a need to repatriate these funds. 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. 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 thereafter for the foreseeable future. Should the Company require more capital in the U.S. than is generated by operations domestically, the Company will elect 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, 2013, consolidated shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. as defined per the Company’s debt financial covenants was $11.9 billion and there was a maximum of $273 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.


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A summary of the Company’s significant contractual obligations as of September 30, 2013 is as follows (in millions):
 
Total
 
2014
 
2015-2016
 
2017-2018
 
2019
and Beyond
Contractual Obligations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Long-term debt
(including capital lease obligations)*
$
5,379

 
$
819

 
$
1,062

 
$
904

 
$
2,594

Interest on long-term debt
(including capital lease obligations)*
2,329

 
211

 
366

 
267

 
1,485

Operating leases
908

 
300

 
382

 
155

 
71

Purchase obligations
2,289

 
1,795

 
295

 
180

 
19

Pension and postretirement contributions
426

 
83

 
56

 
65

 
222

Total contractual cash obligations
$
11,331

 
$
3,208

 
$
2,161

 
$
1,571

 
$
4,391


* See "Capitalization" for additional information related to the Company's long-term debt. The Company's interest rate swaps are not included in the table as all outstanding interest rate swaps were in an asset position at September 30, 2013, 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. The impairment testing performed by the Company in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2013 indicated that the estimated fair value of the Automotive Experience Interiors reporting unit did not exceed its corresponding carrying amount including recorded goodwill, and an impairment existed. No other reporting unit was determined to be at risk of failing step one of the goodwill impairment test as the impairment testing performed indicated that the estimated fair value of each reporting unit substantially exceeded its corresponding carrying amount including recorded goodwill at September 30, 2013. No impairments existed at September 30, 2012 and 2011.

Refer to Note 6, "Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the goodwill impairment charge recorded in the fourth quarter of fiscal 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. While the Company believes the judgments and assumptions used in the impairment tests are reasonable and no impairment existed at September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, different assumptions could change the estimated fair values and, therefore, impairment charges could be required, which could be material to the consolidated financial statements.

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. plans was 4.90% and 4.15% at September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively. The Company’s weighted average discount rate on non-U.S. plans was 3.60% and 3.40% at September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.


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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 45% of the plans’ assets are invested in fixed income securities and 40% in equity securities, with the remainder primarily invested in alternative investments. For the years ending September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company’s expected long-term return on U.S. pension plan assets used to determine net periodic benefit cost was 8.00% and 8.50%, respectively. The actual rate of return on U.S. pension plans was above 8.00% in fiscal 2013 and above 8.50% in fiscal 2012. For the years ending September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company’s weighted average expected long-term return on non-U.S. pension plan assets was 4.55% and 5.15%, respectively. The actual rate of return on non-U.S. pension plans was above 4.55% in fiscal 2013 and above 5.15% in fiscal 2012. For the years ending September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company’s weighted average expected long-term return on postretirement plan assets was 5.80% and 6.30%, respectively. The actual rate of return on postretirement plan assets approximated 5.80% in fiscal 2013 and was above 6.30% in fiscal 2012.

Beginning in fiscal 2014, the Company believes the long-term rate of return will approximate 8.00%, 4.65% and 5.80% 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 2013, total employer and employee contributions to the defined benefit pension plans were $95 million, of which $1 million were voluntary contributions made by the Company. The Company expects to contribute approximately $80 million in cash to its defined benefit pension plans in fiscal year 2014. In fiscal 2013, total employer and employee contributions to the postretirement plans were $13 million, of which $12 million were voluntary contributions made by the Company. The Company does not expect to make any significant contributions to its postretirement plans in fiscal year 2014.

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, 2013, the Company had recorded $256 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 to the Company’s valuation allowances may be necessary. At September 30, 2013, the Company had a valuation allowance of

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$1,172 million, of which $911 million relates to federal net operating loss carryforwards primarily in Brazil, France, Germany and Spain, for which sustainable taxable income has not been demonstrated; and $261 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, 2013, the Company had unrecognized tax benefits of $1,345 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. However, the Company did provide incremental income tax expense on the undistributed earnings of certain non-U.S. subsidiaries that have assets held for sale or are themselves held for sale at September 30, 2013. 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 July 2013, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (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 will be effective prospectively for the Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2014, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently assessing the impact on its consolidated statement of financial position; however, the adoption of this guidance will have no impact on the Company's consolidated results of operations.

In March 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-05, "Foreign Currency Matters (Topic 830): Parent's Accounting for the Cumulative Translation Adjustment upon Derecognition of Certain Subsidiaries or Groups of Assets within a Foreign Entity or of an Investment in a Foreign Entity." ASU No. 2013-05 clarifies when companies should release the cumulative translation adjustment (CTA) into net income when a parent either sells a part or all of its investment in a foreign entity or no longer holds a controlling financial interest in a subsidiary or group of assets within a foreign entity. Additionally, ASU No. 2013-05 states that CTA should be released into net income upon an acquirer obtaining control of an acquiree in which it held an equity interest immediately before the acquisition date (step acquisition). ASU No. 2013-05 will be effective prospectively for the Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2014, with early adoption permitted. The significance of this guidance for the Company is dependent on any future derecognition events involving the Company's foreign entities.

In February 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-02, "Comprehensive Income (Topic 220): Reporting of Amounts Reclassified Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income." ASU No. 2013-02 requires companies to provide information about the amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income by component. Additionally, companies are required to disclose these reclassifications by each respective line item on the statements of income. ASU No. 2013-02 is effective for the Company for the quarter ended December 31, 2013, though the Company has early adopted as permitted. The adoption of this guidance had no impact on the Company's consolidated financial condition or results of operations. Refer to Note 14, "Equity and Noncontrolling Interests," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for disclosures regarding other comprehensive income.

In July 2012, the FASB issued ASU No. 2012-02, “Intangibles – Goodwill and Other (Topic 350): Testing Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets for Impairment.” ASU No. 2012-02 provides companies an option first to assess qualitative factors to determine whether the existence of events and circumstances indicates that it is more likely than not that the indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired. If, as a result of the qualitative assessment, it is determined that it is not more likely than not that the indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired, then the Company is not required to take further action. ASU No. 2012-02 is effective for the Company for impairment tests of indefinite-lived intangible assets performed in the current fiscal year. The adoption of this guidance had no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial condition or results of operations.

In December 2011, the FASB issued ASU No. 2011-11, “Balance Sheet (Topic 210): Disclosures about Offsetting Assets and Liabilities.” ASU No. 2011-11 requires additional quantitative and qualitative disclosures of gross and net information regarding financial instruments and derivative instruments that are offset or eligible for offset in the consolidated statement of financial position. ASU No. 2011-11 will be effective for the Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2013. The adoption of this guidance will have no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial condition or results of operations.

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In September 2011, the FASB issued ASU No. 2011-08, “Intangibles – Goodwill and Other (Topic 350): Testing Goodwill for Impairment.” ASU No. 2011-08 provides companies an option to perform a qualitative assessment to determine whether further goodwill impairment testing is necessary. If, as a result of the qualitative assessment, it is determined that it is more likely than not that a reporting unit’s fair value is less than its carrying amount, the two-step quantitative impairment test is required. Otherwise, no further testing is required. ASU No. 2011-08 is effective for the Company for goodwill impairment tests performed in the current fiscal year. The adoption of this guidance had no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial condition or results of operations.

In June 2011, the FASB issued ASU No. 2011-05, “Comprehensive Income (Topic 220): Presentation of Comprehensive Income.” ASU No. 2011-05 eliminates the option to present components of other comprehensive income as part of the statement of shareholders’ equity. All non-owner changes in shareholders’ equity instead must be presented either in a single continuous statement of comprehensive income or in two separate but consecutive statements. ASU No. 2011-05 was effective for the Company for the quarter ended December 31, 2012. The adoption of this guidance had no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial condition or results of operations. Refer to the consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss) and Note 14, “Equity and Noncontrolling Interests,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for disclosures regarding other comprehensive income.

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. For the five fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling $450 million to hedge the coupon of its 1.75% notes maturing March 2014, the Company elected the short cut method as the criteria to apply the short cut method as defined in ASC 815 was met and the critical terms for both the hedge and underlying hedged item are identical at inception of the hedge and the presented reporting periods. In applying the short cut method, the Company is allowed to assume zero ineffectiveness without performing detailed effectiveness assessments and does not record any ineffectiveness related to the hedge relationship. For remaining interest rate swaps, the long-haul method is used. The Company therefore assesses retrospective and prospective effectiveness on a quarterly basis and records any measured ineffectiveness in the consolidated statements of income.

Equity swaps and any other derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments under ASC 815 require no assessment of effectiveness on a quarterly basis.

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.


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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.

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. At September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company estimates that an unfavorable 10% change in the exchange rates would have decreased net unrealized gains by approximately $104 million and $23 million, respectively.

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 (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.

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 ten interest rate swaps totaling $1.4 billion outstanding at September 30, 2013 and eight interest rates swaps totaling $850 million outstanding at September 30, 2012. 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 $3 million at September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

Commodities

The Company uses commodity 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 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 by negotiation with regulatory authorities resulting in 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 2013 related solely to environmental compliance were not material. At both September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company recorded environmental liabilities of $25 million. 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

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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, 2013 and 2012, the Company recorded conditional asset retirement obligations of $56 million and $76 million, respectively.

Additionally, the Company is involved in a number of product liability and various other casualty lawsuits incident to the operation of its businesses. The Company maintains insurance coverages and records estimated costs for claims and suits of this nature. It is management’s opinion that none of these will have a materially adverse effect on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows (see Note 21, “Commitments and Contingencies,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements). Costs related to such matters were not material to the periods presented.

QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA

Previously reported quarterly amounts have been revised to reflect the retrospective application of the Company’s change in inventory costing method for certain inventory in its Power Solutions business to the first-in first-out (FIFO) method from the last-in first-out (LIFO). Refer to Note 1, “Summary of Significant Accounting Policies,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further details surrounding this accounting policy change.
(in millions, except per share data)
(unaudited)
First
Quarter
 
Second
Quarter
 
Third
Quarter
 
Fourth
Quarter
 
Full
Year
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2013 (1)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net sales
$
10,422

 
$
10,430

 
$
10,831

 
$
11,047

 
$
42,730

Gross profit
1,516

 
1,515

 
1,645

 
2,102

 
6,778

Net income (3)
389

 
194

 
573

 
141

 
1,297

Net income attributable to Johnson
Controls, Inc.
359

 
164

 
550

 
105

 
1,178

Earnings per share (5)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
0.53

 
0.24

 
0.80

 
0.15

 
1.72

Diluted
0.52

 
0.24

 
0.80

 
0.15

 
1.71

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2012 (2)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net sales
$
10,417

 
$
10,565

 
$
10,581

 
$
10,392

 
$
41,955

Gross profit
1,491

 
1,552

 
1,518

 
1,587

 
6,148

Net income (4)
431

 
417

 
442

 
21

 
1,311

Net income (loss) attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
396

 
379

 
417

 
(8
)
 
1,184

Earnings (loss) per share (5)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
0.58

 
0.56

 
0.61

 
(0.01
)
 
1.74

Diluted
0.58

 
0.55

 
0.61

 
(0.01
)
 
1.72

 
(1)
For the first, second, third and fourth quarters of fiscal 2013, the retrospective application of the Company’s change in inventory costing method resulted in an increase (decrease) to gross profit of $8 million, $27 million, $(35) million and $11 million, respectively, and an increase (decrease) to net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. of $5 million (less than $0.01 per diluted share), $16 million ($0.03 per diluted share), $(21) million ($0.03 per diluted share) and $7 million ($0.01 per diluted share), respectively.

(2)
For the first, second, third and fourth quarters of fiscal 2012, the retrospective application of the Company’s change in inventory costing method resulted in a decrease to gross profit of $45 million, $1 million, $23 million and $1 million, respectively. For the first and third quarters of fiscal 2012, the change resulted in a decrease to net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. of $28 million ($0.04 per diluted share) and $14 million ($0.02 per diluted share), respectively, and there was no significant impact for the second and fourth quarters of fiscal 2012.

(3)
The fiscal 2013 second quarter net income includes $84 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs and an $82 million gain on acquisition of a partially-owned affiliate in India in the Automotive Experience Seating segment. The

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fiscal 2013 third quarter net income includes $143 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs and a $29 million gain on business divestitures in the Automotive Experience Seating segment. The fiscal 2013 fourth quarter net income includes $758 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs, a $476 million gain on divestiture of the HomeLink® product line net of transaction costs in the Automotive Experience Electronics segment, $405 million of net mark-to-market gains on pension and postretirement plans, a $69 million pension settlement gain and a $22 million loss on business divestiture including transaction costs in the Building Efficiency Other segment. The preceding amounts are stated on a pre-tax basis.

(4)
The fiscal 2012 first quarter net income includes a $25 million gain on redemption of a warrant for an existing Power Solutions partially-owned affiliate. The fiscal 2012 second quarter net income includes a $35 million gain on business divestitures net of transaction costs in the Building Efficiency business and a $14 million impairment of an equity investment in the Power Solutions segment. The fiscal 2012 third quarter net income includes $52 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs. The fiscal 2012 fourth quarter net income includes $447 million of net mark-to-market charges on pension and postretirement plans and $245 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs. The preceding amounts are stated on a pre-tax basis.

(5)
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.

ITEM 8        FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA

Index to Consolidated Financial Statements
 
 
Page
 
 
 
 
 
 
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011
55
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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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, 2013 and 2012, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended September 30, 2013 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, 2013, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (1992) 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.

As discussed in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements, in 2013 the Company changed their inventory costing method for certain inventories. All periods have been retroactively revised for this accounting change.
















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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 21, 2013


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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Income
 
 
Year Ended September 30,
(in millions, except per share data)
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Net sales
 
 
 
 
 
Products and systems*
$
34,412

 
$
33,561

 
$
32,420

Services*
8,318

 
8,394

 
8,413

 
42,730

 
41,955

 
40,833

Cost of sales
 
 
 
 
 
Products and systems*
29,196

 
28,909

 
27,674

Services*
6,756

 
6,898

 
7,100

 
35,952

 
35,807

 
34,774

 
 
 
 
 
 
Gross profit
6,778

 
6,148

 
6,059

 
 
 
 
 
 
Selling, general and administrative expenses
(3,965
)
 
(4,478
)
 
(4,393
)
Gain on business divestitures - net
483

 
40

 

Restructuring and impairment costs
(985
)
 
(297
)
 

Net financing charges
(248
)
 
(233
)
 
(174
)
Equity income
402

 
340

 
298

 
 
 
 
 
 
Income before income taxes
2,465

 
1,520

 
1,790

 
 
 
 
 
 
Provision for income taxes
1,168

 
209

 
258

 
 
 
 
 
 
Net income
1,297

 
1,311

 
1,532

 
 
 
 
 
 
Income attributable to noncontrolling interests
119

 
127

 
117

 
 
 
 
 
 
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
$
1,178

 
$
1,184

 
$
1,415

 
 
 
 
 
 
Earnings per share
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
$
1.72

 
$
1.74

 
$
2.09

Diluted
$
1.71

 
$
1.72

 
$
2.06

 
*
Products and systems consist of Automotive Experience and Power Solutions products and systems and Building Efficiency installed systems. Services are Building Efficiency technical and Global Workplace Solutions.


The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.

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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)

 
Year Ended September 30,
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
2011
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net income
$
1,297

 
$
1,311

 
$
1,532

 
 
 
 
 
 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
 
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency translation adjustments
(20
)
 
(222
)
 
(110
)
Realized and unrealized gains (losses) on derivatives
(5
)
 
39

 
(47
)
Unrealized gains (losses) on marketable common stock
2

 
(1
)
 
3

Pension and postretirement plans
(16
)
 
(8
)
 
4

 
 
 
 
 
 
Other comprehensive loss
(39
)
 
(192
)
 
(150
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total comprehensive income
1,258

 
1,119

 
1,382

 
 
 
 
 
 
Comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests
120

 
126

 
116

 
 
 
 
 
 
Comprehensive income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
$
1,138

 
$
993

 
$
1,266



The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.

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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
 
September 30,
(in millions, except par value and share data)
2013
 
2012
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
$
1,055

 
$
265

Accounts receivable, less allowance for doubtful
 accounts of $68 and $78, respectively
7,206

 
7,308

Inventories
2,325

 
2,343

Assets held for sale
804

 

Other current assets
2,308

 
2,827

Current assets
13,698

 
12,743

 
 
 
 
Property, plant and equipment - net
6,585

 
6,440

Goodwill
6,589

 
6,982

Other intangible assets - net
999

 
947

Investments in partially-owned affiliates
1,024

 
948

Other noncurrent assets
2,623

 
2,894

Total assets
$
31,518

 
$
30,954

 
 
 
 
Liabilities and Equity
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Short-term debt
$
119

 
$
323

Current portion of long-term debt
819

 
424

Accounts payable
6,318

 
6,114

Accrued compensation and benefits
1,215

 
1,090

Liabilities held for sale
402

 

Other current liabilities
3,244

 
2,904

Current liabilities
12,117

 
10,855

 
 
 
 
Long-term debt
4,560

 
5,321

Pension and postretirement benefits
750

 
1,248

Other noncurrent liabilities
1,360

 
1,504

Long-term liabilities
6,670

 
8,073

 
 
 
 
Commitments and contingencies (Note 21)


 


 
 
 
 
Redeemable noncontrolling interests
157

 
253

 
 
 
 
Common stock, $1.00 par value, shares authorized: 1,800,000,000
shares issued: 2013 - 700,178,785; 2012 - 688,483,873
700

 
688

Capital in excess of par value
2,399

 
2,047

Retained earnings
9,328

 
8,611

Treasury stock, at cost (2013 - 15,643,146; 2012 - 6,176,266 shares)
(531
)
 
(179
)
Accumulated other comprehensive income
418

 
458

Shareholders’ equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
12,314

 
11,625

Noncontrolling interests
260

 
148

Total equity
12,574

 
11,773

Total liabilities and equity
$
31,518

 
$
30,954

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.

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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
 
Year Ended September 30,
(in millions)
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Operating Activities
 
 
 
 
 
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
$
1,178

 
$
1,184

 
$
1,415

Income attributable to noncontrolling interests
119

 
127

 
117

Net income
1,297

 
1,311

 
1,532

Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash provided by operating activities:
 
 
 
 
 
Depreciation and amortization
952

 
824

 
731

Pension and postretirement benefit expense (income)
(475
)
 
479

 
410

Pension and postretirement contributions
(97
)
 
(414
)
 
(451
)
Equity in earnings of partially-owned affiliates, net of dividends received
(86
)
 
(138
)
 
(15
)
Deferred income taxes
273

 
(234
)
 
(256
)
Non-cash restructuring and impairment charges
586

 
53

 

Gain on divestitures - net
(483
)
 
(40
)
 

Fair value adjustment of equity investment
(106
)
 
(12
)
 
(89
)
Equity-based compensation
64

 
56

 
59

Other
(21
)
 
(11
)
 
2

Changes in assets and liabilities, excluding acquisitions and divestitures:
 
 
 
 
 
Receivables
(182
)
 
(114
)
 
(721
)
Inventories
(97
)
 
109

 
(388
)
Other assets
(181
)
 
(367
)
 
(118
)
Restructuring reserves
234

 
196

 
(94
)
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
686

 
(64
)
 
343

Accrued income taxes
322

 
(75
)
 
131

Cash provided by operating activities
2,686

 
1,559

 
1,076

 
 
 
 
 
 
Investing Activities
 
 
 
 
 
Capital expenditures
(1,377
)
 
(1,831
)
 
(1,325
)
Sale of property, plant and equipment
116

 
58

 
54

Acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired
(123
)
 
(30
)
 
(1,226
)
Business divestitures
761

 
105

 

Changes in long-term investments
(10
)
 
(100
)
 
(140
)
Other
53

 
6

 

Cash used by investing activities
(580
)
 
(1,792
)
 
(2,637
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Financing Activities
 
 
 
 
 
Increase (decrease) in short-term debt - net
(197
)
 
(302
)
 
510

Increase in long-term debt
114

 
1,260

 
1,852

Repayment of long-term debt
(490
)
 
(36
)
 
(787
)
Stock repurchases
(350
)
 
(102
)
 

Payment of cash dividends
(513
)
 
(477
)
 
(413
)
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options
254

 
40

 
105

Cash paid to acquire a noncontrolling interest
(64
)
 
(115
)
 
(23
)
Other
32

 
(61
)
 
(5
)
Cash provided (used) by financing activities
(1,214
)
 
207

 
1,239

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
(98
)
 
34

 
19

Cash held for sale
(4
)
 

 

Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
790

 
8

 
(303
)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
265

 
257

 
560

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
$
1,055

 
$
265

 
$
257


The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements.

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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity Attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
 
(in millions, except per share data)
Total
 
Common
Stock
 
Capital in
Excess of
Par Value
 
Retained
Earnings
 
Treasury
Stock,
at Cost
 
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
At September 30, 2010 (previously reported)
$
10,071

 
$
9

 
$
2,448

 
$
6,890

 
$
(74
)
 
$
798

Inventory costing policy change and common stock par value change (Note 1)
112

 
667

 
(667
)
 
112

 

 

At September 30, 2010 (revised)
10,183

 
676

 
1,781

 
7,002

 
(74
)
 
798

Comprehensive income (loss)
1,266

 

 

 
1,415

 

 
(149
)
Cash dividends
Common ($0.64 per share)
(435
)
 

 

 
(435
)
 

 

Redemption value adjustment attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests
(32
)
 

 

 
(32
)
 

 

Other, including options exercised
172

 
7

 
165

 

 

 

At September 30, 2011
11,154

 
683

 
1,946

 
7,950

 
(74
)
 
649

Comprehensive income (loss)
993

 

 

 
1,184

 

 
(191
)
Cash dividends
Common ($0.72 per share)
(492
)
 

 

 
(492
)
 

 

Redemption value adjustment attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests
(35
)
 

 

 
(35
)
 

 

Repurchases of common stock
(102
)
 

 

 

 
(102
)
 

Other, including options exercised
107

 
5

 
101

 
4

 
(3
)
 

At September 30, 2012
11,625

 
688

 
2,047

 
8,611

 
(179
)
 
458

Comprehensive income (loss)
1,138

 

 

 
1,178

 

 
(40
)
Cash dividends
Common ($0.76 per share)
(520
)
 

 

 
(520
)
 

 

Redemption value adjustment attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests
59

 

 

 
59

 

 

Repurchases of common stock
(350
)
 

 

 

 
(350
)
 

Other, including options exercised
362

 
12

 
352

 

 
(2
)
 

At September 30, 2013
$
12,314

 
$
700

 
$
2,399

 
$
9,328

 
$
(531
)
 
$
418



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, 2013 and 2012, 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.

During the three month period ended December 31, 2011, 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, the VIE has been consolidated within the Company’s consolidated statements of financial position. The impact of the consolidation of the entity on the Company’s consolidated statements of income for the years ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 was not material. The VIE is named as a co-obligor under a third party debt agreement of $175 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 $64 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):
 
September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
Current assets
$
273

 
$
199

Noncurrent assets
139

 
144

Total assets
$
412

 
$
343

 
 
 
 
Current liabilities
$
212

 
$
172

Noncurrent liabilities
39

 
25

Total liabilities
$
251

 
$
197


The Company did not have a significant variable interest in any other consolidated VIEs for the presented reporting periods.

Nonconsolidated VIEs

The Company has a 40% interest in an equity method investee whereby the investee is a VIE. The investee produces and sells lead-acid batteries of which the Company will both purchase and supply certain batteries to complement each investment partners’ portfolio. The Company has a contractual right to purchase the remaining 60% equity interest in the investee between May 2014 and May 2016 (the “call option”). If the Company does not exercise the call option prior to its expiration in May 2016, for a period of six months thereafter the Company is subject to a contractual obligation at the counterparty’s option to sell the Company’s equity investment in the investee to the counterparty (the “repurchase option”). The purchase price is fixed under both the call option and the repurchase option. Based upon the criteria set forth in ASC 810, the Company has determined that the investee is a VIE as the equity holders, through their equity investments, may not participate fully in the entity’s residual economics. The Company is not the primary beneficiary as the Company does not have the power to make key operating decisions considered to be most significant to the VIE. Therefore, the investee is 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 investment balance included within investments in partially-owned affiliates in the consolidated statement of financial position at September 30, 2013 and 2012 was $56 million and $55 million, respectively, which represents the Company’s maximum exposure to loss. Current assets and liabilities related to the VIE are immaterial and represent normal course of business trade receivables and payables for all presented periods. In October 2013, the Company purchased an additional 50% equity interest in the investee to bring the Company's total interest in the investee to 90%. As a result this transaction, the fixed price call option and repurchase option no longer exist, and the Company will begin to consolidate the investee under the voting interest model in the first quarter of fiscal 2014.

As mentioned previously within the “Consolidated VIEs” section above, during the three month period ended December 31, 2011, 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 $57 million and $52 million at September 30, 2013 and 2012, 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.


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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.

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 and liabilities held for sale, respectively, in the consolidated statement of financial position. Refer to Note 3, "Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information.

Cash and Cash Equivalents

The Company considers all highly liquid investments with a maturity of three months or less when purchased to be cash equivalents.
At September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company held restricted cash of approximately $32 million and $29 million, respectively, within cash and cash equivalents. These amounts primarily were collected from customers for payment of maintenance costs under contract, and withdrawals are restricted for this purpose.

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.

Inventories

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market. Finished goods and work-in-process inventories include material, labor and manufacturing overhead costs.

In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company changed its method of inventory costing for certain inventory in its Power Solutions business to the first-in first-out (FIFO) method from the last-in first-out (LIFO) method. The Company's other businesses also determine costs using the FIFO method. Prior to the change, Power Solutions utilized two methods of inventory costing: LIFO for inventories in the U.S. and FIFO for inventories in other countries. The Company believes that the FIFO method is preferable as it better reflects the current value of inventory on the Company’s consolidated statement of financial position, provides better matching of revenues and expenses, results in uniformity across the Company’s global operations with respect to the method of inventory accounting and improves comparability with the Company’s peers. The change has been reported through retrospective application of the new accounting policy to all periods presented and resulted in a $5 million increase (less than $0.01 per diluted

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share), $16 million increase ($0.03 per diluted share) and $21 million decrease ($0.03 per diluted share) to net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. for the quarters ended December 31, 2012, March 31, 2013 and June 30, 2013, respectively.

The impact of all adjustments made to the consolidated financial statements presented is summarized in the following table (in millions, except per share data):
 
 
2013
 
Previous 
Method
 
As Reported
 
Effect of 
Change
Consolidated Statement of Income
 
 
 
 
 
Cost of sales
 
 
 
 
 
Products and systems
$
29,207

 
$
29,196

 
$
(11
)
Gross profit
6,767

 
6,778

 
11

Income before income taxes
2,454

 
2,465

 
11

Provision for income taxes
1,164

 
1,168

 
4

Net income
1,290

 
1,297

 
7

Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
1,171

 
1,178

 
7

Earnings per share
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
1.71

 
1.72

 
0.01

Diluted
1.70

 
1.71

 
0.01

 
 
 
 
 
 
Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
Net income
$
1,290

 
$
1,297

 
$
7

Total comprehensive income
1,251

 
1,258

 
7

 
 
 
 
 

Consolidated Statement of Financial Position
 
 
 
 

Inventories
$
2,198

 
$
2,325

 
$
127

Other current assets
2,358

 
2,308

 
(50
)
Retained earnings
9,251

 
9,328

 
77

 
 
 
 
 

Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
 
 
 
 

Cash provided by operating activities
 
 
 
 

Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
$
1,171

 
$
1,178

 
$
7

Net income
1,290

 
1,297

 
7

Deferred income taxes
269

 
273

 
4

Inventories
(86
)
 
(97
)
 
(11
)
 
 
 
 
 

Consolidated Statement of Shareholders’ Equity
     Attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
 
 
 
 

Retained earnings at September 30, 2012
$
8,541

 
$
8,611

 
$
70

Retained earnings at September 30, 2013
9,251

 
9,328

 
77


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2012
 
Previously
Reported
 
Revised
 
Effect of 
Change
Consolidated Statement of Income
 
 
 
 
 
Cost of sales
 
 
 
 
 
Products and systems
$
28,839

 
$
28,909

 
$
70

Gross profit
6,218

 
6,148

 
(70
)
Income before income taxes
1,590

 
1,520

 
(70
)
Provision for income taxes
237

 
209

 
(28
)
Net income
1,353

 
1,311

 
(42
)
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
1,226

 
1,184

 
(42
)
Earnings per share
 
 
 
 

Basic
1.80

 
1.74

 
(0.06
)
Diluted
1.78

 
1.72

 
(0.06
)
 
 
 
 
 

Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
Net income
$
1,353

 
$
1,311

 
$
(42
)
Total comprehensive income
1,161

 
1,119

 
(42
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Consolidated Statement of Financial Position
 
 
 
 

Inventories
$
2,227

 
$
2,343

 
$
116

Other current assets
2,873

 
2,827

 
(46
)
Retained earnings
8,541

 
8,611

 
70

 
 
 
 
 

Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
 
 
 
 

Cash provided by operating activities
 
 
 
 

Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
$
1,226

 
$
1,184

 
$
(42
)
Net income
1,353

 
1,311

 
(42
)
Deferred income taxes
(206
)
 
(234
)
 
(28
)
Inventories
39

 
109

 
70

 
 
 
 
 
 
Consolidated Statement of Shareholders’ Equity
     Attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
 
 
 
 

Retained earnings at September 30, 2011
$
7,838

 
$
7,950

 
$
112

Retained earnings at September 30, 2012
8,541

 
8,611

 
70


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2011
 
Previously
Reported
 
Revised
 
Effect of 
Change
Consolidated Statement of Income
 
 
 
 
 
Cost of sales
 
 
 
 
 
Products and systems
$
27,675

 
$
27,674

 
$
(1
)
Gross profit
6,058

 
6,059

 
1

Income before income taxes
1,789

 
1,790

 
1

Provision for income taxes
257

 
258

 
1

Net income
1,532

 
1,532

 

Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
1,415

 
1,415

 

Earnings per share
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
2.09

 
2.09

 

Diluted
2.06

 
2.06

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
Net income
$
1,532

 
$
1,532

 
$

Total comprehensive income
1,382

 
1,382

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
 
 
 
 
 
Cash provided by operating activities
 
 
 
 
 
Net income attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
$
1,415

 
$
1,415

 
$

Net income
1,532

 
1,532

 

Deferred income taxes
(257
)
 
(256
)
 
1

Inventories
(387
)
 
(388
)
 
(1
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Consolidated Statement of Shareholders’ Equity
     Attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
 
 
 
 
 
Retained earnings at September 30, 2010
$
6,890

 
$
7,002

 
$
112

Retained earnings at September 30, 2011
7,838

 
7,950

 
112


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, 2013 and 2012, the Company recorded within the consolidated statements of financial position approximately $259 million and $382 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, 2013 and 2012, approximately $99 million and $113 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, 2013 and 2012, the Company recorded within the consolidated statements of financial position in other current assets approximately $297 million and $284 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. The impairment testing performed by the Company in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2013 indicated that the estimated fair value of the Automotive Experience Interiors reporting unit did not exceed its corresponding carrying amount including recorded goodwill, and an impairment existed. No other reporting unit was determined to be at risk of failing step one of the goodwill impairment test as the impairment testing performed indicated that the estimated fair value of each reporting unit substantially exceeded its corresponding carrying amount including recorded goodwill at September 30, 2013. No impairments existed at September 30, 2012 and 2011.

Refer to Note 6, "Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the goodwill impairment charge recorded in the fourth quarter of fiscal 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. While the Company believes the judgments and assumptions used in the impairment tests are reasonable and no impairment existed at September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, different assumptions could change the estimated fair values and, therefore, impairment charges could be required, which could be material to the consolidated financial statements.

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. See Note 17, “Impairment of Long-Lived Assets,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for disclosure of the impairment analyses performed by the Company during fiscal 2013, 2012 and 2011.

Percentage-of-Completion Contracts

The Building Efficiency business records certain long-term contracts under the percentage-of-completion 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

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to these contracts were $489 million and $531 million at September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Billings in excess of costs and earnings related to these contracts were $263 million and $321 million at September 30, 2013 and 2012, 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 (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.

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 statement of income. Such expenditures for the years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011 were $1,006 million, $1,025 million and $876 million, respectively.

A portion of the costs associated with these activities is reimbursed by customers and, for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011 were $448 million, $516 million and $366 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 gains (losses), net of the impact of foreign currency hedges, included in net income for the years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011 were $(25) million, $12 million and $(22) million, respectively.

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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.

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, 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

In addition to the change in inventory costing method discussed in the "Inventories" section above, certain amounts in the prior years have been revised to conform to the current year’s presentation.

Effective October 1, 2012, the Company reorganized the reportable segments within its Automotive Experience business to align with its new management reporting structure and business activities. As a result of this change, Automotive Experience is comprised of three new reportable segments for financial reporting purposes: Seating, Interiors and Electronics. Historical information has been revised to reflect the new Automotive Experience reportable segment structure. Refer to Note 6, “Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets,” and Note 19, “Segment Information,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information.

In January 2013, the Company’s shareholders approved a restatement of the Company’s articles of incorporation that included the simplification of the par value of the Company’s common stock by changing the par value from $0.01 7/18 per share to $1.00 per share. This change resulted in an increase to common stock and corresponding reduction in capital in excess of par value in the consolidated statements of financial position and is reported through retrospective application of the new par value for all periods presented.

The net gains related to business divestitures are now included in the gain on business divestitures - net line within the consolidated statements of income. In the prior year, net gains related to business divestitures were included in the selling, general and administrative expenses line.

New Accounting Pronouncements

In July 2013, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (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 will be effective prospectively for the Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2014, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently assessing the impact on its consolidated statement of financial position; however, the adoption of this guidance will have no impact on the Company's consolidated results of operations.

In March 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-05, "Foreign Currency Matters (Topic 830): Parent's Accounting for the Cumulative Translation Adjustment upon Derecognition of Certain Subsidiaries or Groups of Assets within a Foreign Entity or of an Investment in a Foreign Entity." ASU No. 2013-05 clarifies when companies should release the cumulative translation adjustment (CTA) into net income when a parent either sells a part or all of its investment in a foreign entity or no longer holds a controlling financial interest in a subsidiary or group of assets within a foreign entity. Additionally, ASU No. 2013-05 states that CTA should be released into net income upon an acquirer obtaining control of an acquiree in which it held an equity interest immediately before the acquisition date (step acquisition). ASU No. 2013-05 will be effective prospectively for the Company for the quarter ending

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December 31, 2014, with early adoption permitted. The significance of this guidance for the Company is dependent on any future derecognition events involving the Company's foreign entities.

In February 2013, the FASB issued ASU No. 2013-02, "Comprehensive Income (Topic 220): Reporting of Amounts Reclassified Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income." ASU No. 2013-02 requires companies to provide information about the amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income by component. Additionally, companies are required to disclose these reclassifications by each respective line item on the statements of income. ASU No. 2013-02 is effective for the Company for the quarter ended December 31, 2013, though the Company has early adopted as permitted. The adoption of this guidance had no impact on the Company's consolidated financial condition or results of operations. Refer to Note 14, "Equity and Noncontrolling Interests," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for disclosures regarding other comprehensive income.

In July 2012, the FASB issued ASU No. 2012-02, “Intangibles – Goodwill and Other (Topic 350): Testing Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets for Impairment.” ASU No. 2012-02 provides companies an option first to assess qualitative factors to determine whether the existence of events and circumstances indicates that it is more likely than not that the indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired. If, as a result of the qualitative assessment, it is determined that it is not more likely than not that the indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired, then the Company is not required to take further action. ASU No. 2012-02 is effective for the Company for impairment tests of indefinite-lived intangible assets performed in the current fiscal year. The adoption of this guidance had no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial condition or results of operations.

In December 2011, the FASB issued ASU No. 2011-11, “Balance Sheet (Topic 210): Disclosures about Offsetting Assets and Liabilities.” ASU No. 2011-11 requires additional quantitative and qualitative disclosures of gross and net information regarding financial instruments and derivative instruments that are offset or eligible for offset in the consolidated statement of financial position. ASU No. 2011-11 will be effective for the Company for the quarter ending December 31, 2013. The adoption of this guidance will have no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial condition or results of operations.

In September 2011, the FASB issued ASU No. 2011-08, “Intangibles – Goodwill and Other (Topic 350): Testing Goodwill for Impairment.” ASU No. 2011-08 provides companies an option to perform a qualitative assessment to determine whether further goodwill impairment testing is necessary. If, as a result of the qualitative assessment, it is determined that it is more likely than not that a reporting unit’s fair value is less than its carrying amount, the two-step quantitative impairment test is required. Otherwise, no further testing is required. ASU No. 2011-08 is effective for the Company for goodwill impairment tests performed in the current fiscal year. The adoption of this guidance had no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial condition or results of operations.

In June 2011, the FASB issued ASU No. 2011-05, “Comprehensive Income (Topic 220): Presentation of Comprehensive Income.” ASU No. 2011-05 eliminates the option to present components of other comprehensive income as part of the statement of shareholders’ equity. All non-owner changes in shareholders’ equity instead must be presented either in a single continuous statement of comprehensive income or in two separate but consecutive statements. ASU No. 2011-05 was effective for the Company for the quarter ended December 31, 2012. The adoption of this guidance had no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial condition or results of operations. Refer to the consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss) and Note 14, “Equity and Noncontrolling Interests,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for disclosures regarding other comprehensive income.

2.ACQUISITIONS AND DIVESTITURES

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. The purchase price allocations may be subsequently adjusted to reflect final valuation studies. 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 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 segment. The continuing process to sell the remainder of the Automotive Experience Electronics business is progressing, and the business is classified as held for sale in the consolidated statement of financial position as of September 30, 2013. Refer to Note 3, "Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further disclosure related to the Company's assets and liabilities held for sale.


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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 and reduced goodwill by $15 million in the Automotive Experience Seating segment, and recorded a loss, net of transaction costs, of $22 million in the Building Efficiency Other segment.

During fiscal 2012, the Company completed three acquisitions for a combined purchase price, net of cash acquired, of $38 million, all of which was paid as of September 30, 2012. 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 $50 million. As a result of two of the acquisitions, each of which increased the Company’s ownership from a noncontrolling to controlling interest, the Company recorded an aggregate non-cash gain of $12 million, of which $9 million was recorded within Power Solutions equity income and $3 million was recorded in Automotive Experience Seating equity income, to adjust the Company’s existing equity investments in the partially-owned affiliates to fair value.

During fiscal 2012, the Company completed three divestitures for a combined sales price of $105 million, all of which was received as of September 30, 2012. The divestitures in the aggregate were not material to the Company’s consolidated financial statements. In connection with the divestitures, the Company recorded a gain, net of transaction costs, of $40 million and reduced goodwill by $34 million in the Building Efficiency business.

During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011, the Company acquired an additional 49% of a Power Solutions partially-owned affiliate. The acquisition increased the Company’s ownership percentage to 100%. The Company paid approximately $143 million (excluding cash acquired of $11 million) for the additional ownership percentage and incurred approximately $15 million of acquisition costs and related purchase accounting adjustments. As a result of the acquisition, the Company recorded a non-cash gain of $75 million within Power Solutions equity income to adjust the Company’s existing equity investment in the partially-owned affiliate to fair value. Goodwill of $100 million was recorded as part of the transaction, of which $6 million was recorded in fiscal 2012.

During the third quarter of fiscal 2011, the Company completed its acquisition of Keiper/Recaro Automotive, a leader in recliner system technology with engineering and manufacturing expertise in metals and mechanisms for automobile seats, based in Kaiserslautern, Germany. The total purchase price, net of cash acquired, was approximately $442 million, of which $450 million was paid as of September 30, 2011 and $8 million was received in the three months ended December 31, 2011 as a result of a true-up to the purchase price. In connection with the Keiper/Recaro Automotive acquisition, the Company recorded goodwill of $128 million primarily in the Automotive Experience Seating segment, of which $2 million was recorded in fiscal 2012.

During the second quarter of fiscal 2011, the Company completed its acquisition of the C. Rob. Hammerstein Group (Hammerstein), a leading global supplier of high-quality metal seat structures, components and mechanisms based in Solingen, Germany. The total purchase price, net of cash acquired, was approximately $529 million, all of which was paid as of September 30, 2011. In connection with the Hammerstein acquisition, the Company recorded goodwill of $200 million primarily in the Automotive Experience Seating segment, of which $7 million was recorded in fiscal 2012.

Also during fiscal 2011, the Company completed five additional acquisitions for a combined purchase price, net of cash acquired, of $115 million, all of which was paid as of September 30, 2011. The acquisitions in the aggregate were not material to the Company’s consolidated financial statements. As a result of one of these acquisitions, which increased the Company’s ownership from a noncontrolling to controlling interest, the Company recorded a non-cash gain of $14 million within Automotive Experience Electronics equity income to adjust the Company’s existing equity investment in the partially-owned affiliate to fair value. In connection with the acquisitions, the Company recorded goodwill of $119 million, of which $14 million was recorded in fiscal 2012.

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3.    ASSETS AND LIABILITIES HELD FOR SALE

At September 30, 2013, the Company determined that certain of its businesses met the criteria to be classified as held for sale. The Automotive Experience Electronics segment and certain product lines of the Automotive Experience Interiors segment are classified as held for sale as of September 30, 2013.

The following table summarizes the carrying value of the assets and liabilities held for sale (in millions):

 
 
September 30,
2013
Cash and cash equivalents
 
$
4

Accounts receivable
 
197

Inventories
 
124

Other current assets
 
91

Property, plant and equipment - net
 
167

Goodwill
 
74

Other intangibles assets - net
 
57

Investments in partially-owned affiliates
 
26

Other noncurrent assets
 
64

Assets held for sale
 
$
804

 
 
 
Short-term debt
 
$
5

Accounts payable
 
253

Accrued compensation and benefits
 
46

Other current liabilities
 
84

Pension and postretirement benefits
 
13

Other noncurrent liabilities
 
1

Liabilities held for sale
 
$
402


Assets and liabilities classified as held for sale were required to be recorded at the lower of carrying value or fair value less any costs to sell. Accordingly, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $41 million within restructuring and impairment costs in the consolidated statement of income related to certain product lines of the Automotive Experience Interiors segment. Refer to Note 17, “Impairment of Long-Lived Assets” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the impairment charge. The divestiture of the businesses held for sale could result in a gain or loss on sale to the extent the ultimate selling price differs from the current carrying value of the net assets recorded.

The Automotive Experience Electronics business does not meet the criteria to be classified as a discontinued operation at September 30, 2013 primarily due to the uncertainty regarding the Company’s potential continuing involvement in these operations following a divestiture. The Automotive Experience Interiors product lines classified as held for sale are immaterial to the Company individually and in the aggregate and do not constitute a distinguishable business in order to be classified as a discontinued operation.


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4.    INVENTORIES

Inventories consisted of the following (in millions):
 
September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
 
 
 
Raw materials and supplies
$
1,086

 
$
1,144

Work-in-process
459

 
397

Finished goods
780

 
802

Inventories
$
2,325

 
$
2,343


In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company changed its method of inventory costing for certain inventory in its Power Solutions business to the first-in first-out (FIFO) method from the last-in first-out (LIFO) method. Refer to Note 1, “Summary of Significant Accounting Policies,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for discussion of the Company’s change in accounting method.

5.    PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

Property, plant and equipment consisted of the following (in millions):
 
September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
 
 
 
Buildings and improvements
$
3,046

 
$
2,716

Machinery and equipment
8,189

 
7,827

Construction in progress
1,441

 
1,722

Land
374

 
375

Total property, plant and equipment
13,050

 
12,640

Less: accumulated depreciation
(6,465
)
 
(6,200
)
Property, plant and equipment - net
$
6,585

 
$
6,440


Interest costs capitalized during the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011 were $42 million, $55 million and $34 million, respectively. Accumulated depreciation related to capital leases at September 30, 2013 and 2012 was $44 million and $56 million, respectively.


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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, 2013 and 2012 were as follows (in millions):
 
September 30,
2011
 
Business
Acquisitions
 
Business
Divestitures
 
Impairments
 
Currency Translation and Other
 
September 30,
2012
Building Efficiency
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
North America Systems
$
519

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$
2

 
$
521

North America Service
710

 

 
(2
)
 

 

 
708

Global Workplace Solutions
184

 

 

 

 
3

 
187

Asia
391

 

 

 

 
5

 
396

Other
1,065

 

 
(32
)
 

 
(39
)
 
994

Automotive Experience
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Seating
2,505

 
34

 

 

 
(55
)
 
2,484

Interiors
387

 

 

 

 
15

 
402

Electronics
251

 

 

 

 
(1
)
 
250

Power Solutions
1,004

 
45

 

 

 
(9
)
 
1,040

Total
$
7,016

 
$
79

 
$
(34
)
 
$

 
$
(79
)
 
$
6,982

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
September 30,
2012
 
Business
Acquisitions
 
Business
Divestitures
 
Impairments
 
Currency Translation and Other
 
September 30,
2013
Building Efficiency
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
North America Systems
$
521

 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$
(1
)
 
$
520

North America Service
708

 

 

 

 

 
708

Global Workplace Solutions
187

 
79

 

 

 
(9
)
 
257

Asia
396

 

 

 

 
(8
)
 
388

Other
994

 

 

 

 
9

 
1,003

Automotive Experience
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Seating
2,484

 
187

 
(15
)
 

 
3

 
2,659

Interiors
402

 

 

 
(430
)
 
28

 

Electronics
250

 

 
(251
)
 

 
1

 

Power Solutions
1,040

 

 

 

 
14

 
1,054

Total
$
6,982

 
$
266

 
$
(266
)
 
$
(430
)
 
$
37

 
$
6,589


The fiscal 2013 Automotive Experience Electronics business divestitures amount includes $74 million of goodwill transferred to assets held for sale on the consolidated statement of financial position. Refer to Note 3, "Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the Company's disposal groups classified as held for sale.

Based on a combination of factors, including the recent 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 test require judgment, and changes to these inputs could impact the results of the calculation. Other than management's internal projections of future cash flows, the primary assumptions used in the impairment test 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

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plans and estimates management is using to operate the underlying business, there is significant judgment in determining the expected future cash flows attributable to the Interiors business. The impairment charge is a non-cash expense that was recorded within restructuring and impairment costs on the consolidated statement 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, 2013
 
September 30, 2012
 
Gross
Carrying
Amount
 
Accumulated
Amortization
 
Net
 
Gross
Carrying
Amount
 
Accumulated
Amortization
 
Net
Amortized intangible assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Patented technology
$
92

 
$
(53
)
 
$
39

 
$
188

 
$
(113
)

$
75

Customer relationships
537

 
(138
)
 
399

 
517

 
(117
)
 
400

Miscellaneous
336

 
(91
)
 
245

 
204

 
(47
)
 
157

Total amortized intangible assets
965

 
(282
)
 
683

 
909

 
(277
)
 
632

Unamortized intangible assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Trademarks
316

 

 
316

 
315

 

 
315

Total intangible assets
$
1,281

 
$
(282
)
 
$
999

 
$
1,224

 
$
(277
)
 
$
947


Amortization of other intangible assets for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011 was $75 million, $56 million and $53 million, respectively. Excluding the impact of any future acquisitions, the Company anticipates amortization for fiscal 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 will be approximately $73 million, $73 million, $67 million, $62 million and $57 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.

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, 2013 and 2012 were as follows (in millions):
 
Year Ended
September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
Balance at beginning of period
$
278

 
$
301

Accruals for warranties issued during the period
272

 
224

Accruals from acquisitions and divestitures (1)
(5
)
 
(1
)
Accruals related to pre-existing warranties (including changes in estimates)
(14
)
 
(21
)
Settlements made (in cash or in kind) during the period
(275
)
 
(221
)
Currency translation

 
(4
)
Balance at end of period
$
256

 
$
278


(1) Fiscal 2013 includes $2 million of product warranties transferred to liabilities held for sale on the consolidated statement of financial position. Refer to Note 3, "Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the Company's disposal groups classified as held for sale.

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8.    LEASES

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 $79 million and $96 million at September 30, 2013 and 2012, 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, 2013, 2012 and 2011 was $470 million, $454 million and $424 million, respectively.

Future minimum capital and operating lease payments and the related present value of capital lease payments at September 30, 2013 were as follows (in millions):
 
Capital
Leases
 
Operating
Leases
2014
$
13

 
$
300

2015
11

 
244

2016
8

 
138

2017
7

 
95

2018
14

 
60

After 2018
25

 
71

Total minimum lease payments
78

 
$
908

Interest
(13
)
 
 
Present value of net minimum lease payments
$
65

 
 

9.     DEBT AND FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS

Short-term debt consisted of the following (in millions):
 
September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
Bank borrowings and commercial paper
$
119

 
$
323

Weighted average interest rate on short-term debt outstanding
4.6
%
 
2.5
%

During fiscal 2013, the Company replaced its $2.5 billion committed four-year credit facility, scheduled to mature in February 2015, with 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 facilities during the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013 and 2012. Average outstanding commercial paper for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2013 was $1,123 million, and there was none outstanding at September 30, 2013. Average outstanding commercial paper for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2012 was $1,287 million, and $186 million was outstanding at September 30, 2012.


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Long-term debt consisted of the following (in millions; due dates by fiscal year):
 
September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
Unsecured notes
 
 
 
5.8% due in 2013 ($100 million par value)
$

 
$
100

4.875% due in 2013 ($300 million par value)

 
310

Floating rate notes due in 2014 ($350 million par value)
350

 
350

1.75% due in 2014 ($450 million par value)
452

 
456

7.7% due in 2015 ($125 million par value)
125

 
125

5.5% due in 2016 ($800 million par value)
802

 
800

7.125% due in 2017 ($150 million par value)
159

 
162

2.6% due in 2017 ($400 million par value)
400

 
400

2.355% due in 2017 ($46 million par value)
46

 
46

5.0% due in 2020 ($500 million par value)
498

 
498

4.25% due 2021 ($500 million par value)
497

 
497

3.75% due in 2022 ($450 million par value)
448

 
447

6.0% due in 2036 ($400 million par value)
395

 
395

5.7% due in 2041 ($300 million par value)
299

 
299

5.25% due in 2042 ($250 million par value)
250

 
250

6.95% due in 2046 ($125 million par value)
125

 
125

Capital lease obligations
65

 
80

Foreign-denominated debt
 
 
 
Euro
426

 
377

Other
42

 
28

Gross long-term debt
5,379

 
5,745

Less: current portion
819

 
424

Net long-term debt
$
4,560

 
$
5,321


At September 30, 2013, the Company’s euro-denominated long-term debt was at fixed rates with a weighted-average interest rate of 3.1%. At September 30, 2012, the Company’s euro-denominated long-term debt was at fixed rates with a weighted-average interest rate of 3.6%.

The installments of long-term debt maturing in subsequent fiscal years are: 2014 - $819 million; 2015 - $254 million; 2016 - $808 million; 2017 - $885 million; 2018 - $19 million; 2019 and thereafter - $2,594 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, 2013 , 2012 and 2011 was $290 million, $283 million and $216 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

During the quarter ended September 30, 2013, two 50 million euro revolving credit facilities and a 37 million euro revolving credit facility expired. The Company entered into two new 50 million euro revolving credit facilities scheduled to expire in August and September 2014. The Company also entered into a new 37 million euro revolving credit facility scheduled to expire in September 2014. There were no draws on the facilities during fiscal 2013.

During the quarter ended September 30, 2013 a $50 million revolving credit facility expired. The Company entered into a new $50 million revolving credit facility scheduled to expire in September 2014. There were no draws on this facility during fiscal 2013.

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During the quarter ended September 30, 2013, the Company retired $300 million in principal amount, plus accrued interest, of its 4.875% fixed rate notes that matured September 2013. The Company used cash to fund the payment.

During the quarter ended September 30, 2013, the Company made a partial repayment of 43 million euro, plus accrued interest, of its 100 million euro floating rate credit facility scheduled to mature in February 2017. The Company used cash to fund the payment.

During the quarter ended December 31, 2012, a $35 million and a $100 million committed revolving credit facility expired. The Company entered into a new $35 million committed revolving credit facility scheduled to expire in November 2013 and a new $100 million committed revolving credit facility scheduled to expire in December 2013. As of September 30, 2013, there were no draws on either facility.

During the quarter ended December 31, 2012, the Company entered into a five-year, 70 million euro, floating rate credit facility scheduled to mature in fiscal 2018. The Company drew on the credit facility during the quarter ended December 31, 2012. Proceeds from the facility were used for general corporate purposes.

During the quarter ended December 31, 2012, the Company retired $100 million in principal amount, plus accrued interest, of its 5.8% fixed rate notes that matured November 2012. The Company used cash to fund the payment.

During the quarter ended March 31, 2012, the Company remarketed $46 million aggregate principal amount of 11.5% subordinated notes due in fiscal 2042, on behalf of holders of Corporate Units and holders of separate notes, by issuing $46 million aggregate principal amount of 2.355% senior notes due on March 31, 2017.

During the quarter ended December 31, 2011, the Company issued $400 million aggregate principal amount of 2.6% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in fiscal 2017, $450 million aggregate principal amount of 3.75% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in fiscal 2022 and $250 million aggregate principal amount of 5.25% senior unsecured fixed rate notes due in fiscal 2042. Aggregate net proceeds of $1.1 billion from the issuances were used for general corporate purposes, including the retirement of short-term debt and contributions to the Company’s pension and postretirement plans.

During the quarter ended December 31, 2011, the Company entered into a five-year, 75 million euro, floating rate credit facility scheduled to mature in fiscal 2017. The Company drew on the credit facility during the quarter ended March 31, 2012. 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, 2013, 2012 and 2011 contained the following components (in millions):
 
Year Ended September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest expense, net of capitalized interest costs
$
256

 
$
239

 
$
186

Banking fees and bond cost amortization
21

 
21

 
27

Interest income
(19
)
 
(17
)
 
(8
)
Net foreign exchange results for financing activities
(10
)
 
(10
)
 
(31
)
Net financing charges
$
248

 
$
233

 
$
174



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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 accumulated other comprehensive income (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, 2013 the Company had five cross-currency interest rate swaps outstanding totaling 25 billion yen. At September 30, 2012, the Company had three cross-currency interest rate swaps outstanding totaling 20 billion yen.

The Company uses commodity 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 or costs related to sales, occur and affect earnings. Any ineffective portion of the hedge is reflected in the consolidated statements of income. The maturities of the commodity contracts coincide with the expected purchase of the commodities. The Company had the following outstanding commodity hedge contracts that hedge forecasted purchases:
 
 
 
 
Volume Outstanding as of
Commodity
 
Units
 
September 30, 2013
 
September 30, 2012
Copper
 
Pounds
 
14,705,000

 
13,135,000

Lead
 
Metric Tons
 
23,900

 
21,200

Aluminum
 
Metric Tons
 
2,709

 
2,868

Tin
 
Metric Tons
 
2,052

 
1,344


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, 2013 and 2012, the Company had hedged approximately 4.4 million and 4.5 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 a fixed to floating interest rate swap totaling $100 million to hedge the coupon of its 5.8% notes which matured on November 15, 2012, two fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling $300 million to hedge the coupon of its 4.875% notes which matured on September 15, 2013 and five fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling $450 million to hedge the coupon of its 1.75% notes maturing March 1, 2014. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company entered into a fixed to floating interest rate swap totaling approximately $125 million to hedge the coupon of its 7.70% notes maturing March 1, 2015. Additionally, in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company entered into four fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling $800 million to hedge the coupon of its 5.50% notes maturing January 15, 2016. There were ten interest rate swaps outstanding as of September 30, 2013 and eight interest rate swaps outstanding as of September 30, 2012.

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 $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

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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):
 
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,
2013
 
September 30,
2012
 
September 30,
2013
 
September 30,
2012
Other current assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
$
19

 
$
14

 
$
14

 
$
8

Commodity derivatives
8

 
11

 

 

Interest rate swaps
2

 
2

 

 

Cross-currency interest rate swaps
7

 
1

 

 

Other noncurrent assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest rate swaps
3

 
6

 

 

Equity swap

 

 
183

 
123

Total assets
$
39

 
$
34

 
$
197

 
$
131

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other current liabilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
$
21

 
$
17

 
$
11

 
$
9

Commodity derivatives
3

 

 

 

Current portion of long-term debt
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
452

 
401

 

 

Long-term debt
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
927

 
456

 

 

Total liabilities
$
1,403

 
$
874

 
$
11

 
$
9


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, 2013 and 2012 and amounts recorded in AOCI net of tax in the consolidated statements of financial position (in millions):
 
 
Location of Gain (Loss)
Reclassified from AOCI into Income
 
Amount of Gain (Loss) Reclassified from AOCI into Income
Derivatives in ASC 815 Cash Flow Hedging Relationships
 
 
Year Ended September 30,
 
 
2013
 
2012
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
 
Cost of sales
 
$
1

 
$
(19
)
Commodity derivatives
 
Cost of sales
 
2

 
(25
)
Forward treasury locks
 
Net financing charges
 
2

 
2

Total
 
 
 
$
5

 
$
(42
)

Derivatives in ASC 815 Cash Flow Hedging Relationships
 
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in AOCI on Derivative
 
September 30, 2013
 
September 30, 2012
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
 
$
(3
)
 
$
(3
)
Commodity derivatives
 
3

 
7

Forward treasury locks
 
7

 
8

Total
 
$
7

 
$
12



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Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income on Derivative
 
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative
Derivatives in ASC 815 Fair Value Hedging Relationships
 
 
Year Ended September 30,
 
 
2013
 
2012
Interest rate swap
 
Net financing charges
 
$
(2
)
 
$
(8
)
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
 
Net financing charges
 
2

 
9

Total
 
 
 
$

 
$
1


 
 
Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income on Derivative
 
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative
Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments under ASC 815
 
 
Year Ended September 30,
 
 
2013
 
2012
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
 
Cost of sales
 
$
(8
)
 
$
23

Foreign currency exchange derivatives
 
Net financing charges
 
25

 
(19
)
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
 
Provision for income taxes
 
(5
)
 
1

Equity swap
 
Selling, general and administrative
 
65

 
6

Total
 
 
 
$
77

 
$
11


The amount of gains recognized in cumulative translation adjustment (CTA) within AOCI on the effective portion of outstanding net investment hedges was $4 million and $1 million at September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively. For the years ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, 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.

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.


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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, 2013 and 2012 (in millions):
 
 
Fair Value Measurements Using:
 
Total as of
September 30, 2013
 
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets
(Level 1)
 
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
Other current assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
$
33

 
$

 
$
33

 
$

Commodity derivatives
8

 

 
8

 

Interest rate swaps
2

 

 
2

 

Cross-currency interest rate swaps
7

 

 
7

 

Other noncurrent assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest rate swaps
3

 

 
3

 

Investments in marketable common stock
30

 
30

 

 

Equity swap
183

 
183

 

 

Total assets
$
266

 
$
213

 
$
53

 
$

Other current liabilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
$
32

 
$

 
$
32

 
$

Commodity derivatives
3

 

 
3

 

Current portion of long-term debt
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
452

 

 
452

 

Long-term debt
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
927

 

 
927

 

Total liabilities
$
1,414

 
$

 
$
1,414

 
$

 

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Fair Value Measurements Using:
 
Total as of
September 30, 2012
 
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets
(Level 1)
 
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
Other current assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
$
22

 
$

 
$
22

 
$

Commodity derivatives
11

 

 
11

 

Interest rate swaps
2

 

 
2

 

Cross-currency interest rate swaps
1

 

 
1

 

Other noncurrent assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest rate swaps
6

 

 
6

 

Investments in marketable common stock
32

 
32

 

 

Equity swap
123

 
123

 

 

Total assets
$
197

 
$
155

 
$
42

 
$

Other current liabilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency exchange derivatives
$
26

 
$

 
$
26

 
$

Current portion of long-term debt
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
401

 

 
401

 

Long-term debt
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed rate debt swapped to floating
456

 

 
456

 

Total liabilities
$
883

 
$

 
$
883

 
$


Valuation Methods

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, the effective portion of the hedge gains or losses due to changes in fair value are initially recorded as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income 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 statement 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, 2013 and 2012. 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 accumulated other comprehensive income and are subsequently reclassified into earnings when the hedged transactions, typically sales or cost related to 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, 2013 and 2012.

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 a fixed to floating interest rate swap totaling $100 million to hedge the coupons of its 5.80% notes which matured on November 15, 2012, two fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling $300 million to hedge the coupon of its 4.875% notes which matured on September 15, 2013 and five fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling $450 million to hedge the coupon of its 1.75% notes maturing March 1, 2014. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company entered into a fixed to floating interest rate swap totaling approximately $125 million to hedge the coupon of its 7.70% notes maturing March 1, 2015. Additionally, in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company entered into four fixed to floating interest rate swaps totaling $800 million to hedge the coupon of its 5.50% notes

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maturing January 15, 2016. There were ten interest rate swaps outstanding as of September 30, 2013 and eight interest rate swaps outstanding as of September 30, 2012.

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 foreign currency translation adjustments component of accumulated other comprehensive income where they offset gains and losses recorded on the Company’s net investment in Japan. At September 30, 2013, the Company had five cross-currency interest rate swaps outstanding totaling 25 billion yen. At September 30, 2012, the Company had three 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. As of September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company recorded unrealized gains of $7 million and $5 million, respectively, in accumulated other comprehensive income. The Company recorded no unrealized losses in accumulated other comprehensive income as of September 30, 2013 and 2012. In the second quarter of fiscal 2012, the Company recorded an impairment charge related to an investment in marketable common stock due to the investee’s bankruptcy announcement in March 2012. As a result, the Company recorded a $14 million impairment charge within selling, general, and administrative expenses in the Power Solutions segment. The impairment reduced the investment to zero and was measured under a market approach using the publicized share price. The inputs utilized in the analysis are classified as Level 1 inputs within the fair value hierarchy as defined in ASC 820.

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 $5.7 billion and $6.3 billion at September 30, 2013 and 2012, 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 36 million shares remained available for issuance at September 30, 2013.

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 $91 million, $55 million and $47 million for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. The total income tax benefit recognized in the consolidated statements of income for share-based compensation arrangements was approximately $36 million, $22 million and $19 million for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, 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.
 
Year Ended September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Expected life of option (years)
5.0 - 6.7
 
4.8 - 6.4
 
4.5 - 6.0
Risk-free interest rate
0.62% - 1.33%
 
0.54% - 1.61%
 
1.10% - 1.58%
Expected volatility of the Company’s stock
41.00%
 
40.00%
 
38.00%
Expected dividend yield on the Company’s stock
2.03%
 
1.81%
 
1.74%

A summary of stock option activity at September 30, 2013, and changes for the year then ended, is presented below:
 
Weighted
Average
Option Price
 
Shares
Subject to
Option
 
Weighted
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (years)
 
Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value
(in millions)
Outstanding, September 30, 2012
$
26.39

 
36,468,503

 
 
 
 
Granted
27.96

 
5,554,690

 
 
 
 
Exercised
22.10

 
(11,576,924
)
 
 
 
 
Forfeited or expired
30.03

 
(1,042,988
)
 
 
 
 
Outstanding, September 30, 2013
$
28.25

 
29,403,281

 
5.9
 
$
390

Exercisable, September 30, 2013
$
27.97

 
17,699,011

 
4.4
 
$
239


The weighted-average grant-date fair value of options granted during the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011 was $8.58, $8.92 and $9.09, respectively.

The total intrinsic value of options exercised during the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011 was approximately $154 million, $19 million and $101 million, respectively.

In conjunction with the exercise of stock options granted, the Company received cash payments for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011 of approximately $254 million, $40 million and $105 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. The tax benefit from the exercise of stock options, which is recorded in capital in excess of par value, was $35 million, $3 million and $30 million for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. The Company does not settle stock options granted under share-based payment arrangements for cash.

At September 30, 2013, the Company had approximately $36 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 1.6 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 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, 2013 were as follows:
Expected life of SAR (years)
0.05 - 3.3
Risk-free interest rate
0.02% - 0.74%
Expected volatility of the Company’s stock
41.00%
Expected dividend yield on the Company’s stock
2.03%

A summary of SAR activity at September 30, 2013, and changes for the year then ended, is presented below:
 
Weighted
Average
SAR Price
 
Shares
Subject to
SAR
 
Weighted
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Life (years)
 
Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value
(in  millions)
Outstanding, September 30, 2012
$
26.93

 
3,775,878

 
 
 
 
Granted
27.85

 
1,018,650

 
 
 
 
Exercised
23.67

 
(923,570
)
 
 
 
 
Forfeited or expired
28.42

 
(126,167
)
 
 
 
 
Outstanding, September 30, 2013
$
27.94

 
3,744,791

 
6.3
 
$
51

Exercisable, September 30, 2013
$
27.44

 
1,884,356

 
4.3
 
$
27


In conjunction with the exercise of SARs granted, the Company made payments of $11 million, $2 million and $4 million during the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively.

Restricted (Nonvested) Stock

The 2012 Plan provides for the award of restricted stock or restricted stock units to certain key 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 50% after two years from the grant date and 50% after four 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, 2013, and changes for the fiscal year then ended, is presented below:
 
Weighted
Average
Price
 
Shares/Units
Subject to
Restriction
Nonvested, September 30, 2012
$
30.46

 
997,059

Granted
30.14

 
515,700

Vested
36.85

 
(233,150
)
Forfeited
28.74

 
(37,750
)
Nonvested, September 30, 2013
$
29.18

 
1,241,859


At September 30, 2013, the Company had approximately $16 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 2.7 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, 2013, and changes for the fiscal year then ended, is presented below:
 
Weighted
Average
Price
 
Shares/Units
Subject to
PSU
Nonvested, September 30, 2012
$

 

Granted
30.73

 
547,800

Forfeited
30.73

 
(6,100
)
Nonvested, September 30, 2013
$
30.73

 
541,700


At September 30, 2013, the Company had approximately $19 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested PSUs granted. That cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.0 years.

13.    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. The treasury stock method assumes that the Company uses the proceeds from the exercise of 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 Company’s outstanding Equity Units due 2042 are reflected in diluted earnings per share using the “if-converted” method. Under this method, if dilutive, the common stock is assumed issued as of the beginning of the reporting period and included in calculating diluted earnings per share. In addition, if dilutive, interest expense, net of tax, related to the outstanding Equity Units is added back to the numerator in calculating diluted earnings per share.

The following table reconciles the numerators and denominators used to calculate basic and diluted earnings per share (in millions):
 
Year Ended September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Income Available to Common Shareholders
 
 
 
 
 
Basic income available to common shareholders
$
1,178

 
$
1,184

 
$
1,415

Interest expense, net of tax

 
1

 
3

Diluted income available to common shareholders
$
1,178

 
$
1,185

 
$
1,418

 
 
 
 
 
 
Weighted Average Shares Outstanding
 
 
 
 
 
Basic weighted average shares outstanding
683.7

 
681.5

 
677.7

Effect of dilutive securities:
 
 
 
 
 
Stock options and unvested restricted stock
5.5

 
5.2

 
8.1

Equity units

 
1.9

 
4.1

Diluted weighted average shares outstanding
689.2

 
688.6

 
689.9

 
 
 
 
 
 
Antidilutive Securities
 
 
 
 
 
Options to purchase common shares
0.8

 
1.4

 
0.3


During the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company declared a dividend of $0.19 and $0.18, respectively, per common share. During the twelve months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company declared four quarterly dividends totaling $0.76 and $0.72, respectively, per common share. With the exception of the quarterly dividend declared and paid in the three months ended December 31, 2012, the Company paid all dividends in the month subsequent to the end of each fiscal quarter.

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14.    EQUITY AND NONCONTROLLING INTERESTS

The following schedules present changes in consolidated equity attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. and noncontrolling interests (in millions):
 
Equity Attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc.
 
Equity Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests
 
Total Equity
At September 30, 2010 (revised)
$
10,183

 
$
106

 
$
10,289

Total comprehensive income:
 
 
 
 
 
Net income
1,415

 
53

 
1,468

Foreign currency translation adjustments
(109
)
 
(1
)
 
(110
)
Realized and unrealized losses on derivatives
(47
)
 

 
(47
)
Unrealized gains on marketable common stock
3

 

 
3

Pension and postretirement plans
4

 

 
4

Other comprehensive loss
(149
)
 
(1
)
 
(150
)
Comprehensive income
1,266

 
52

 
1,318

Other changes in equity:
 
 
 
 
 
Cash dividends - common stock ($0.64 per share)
(435
)
 

 
(435
)
Dividends attributable to noncontrolling interests

 
(32
)
 
(32
)
Redemption value adjustment attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests
(32
)
 

 
(32
)
Change in noncontrolling interest share

 
12

 
12

Other, including options exercised
172

 

 
172

At September 30, 2011
11,154

 
138

 
11,292

Total comprehensive income:
 
 
 
 
 
Net income
1,184

 
58

 
1,242

Foreign currency translation adjustments
(221
)
 

 
(221
)
Realized and unrealized gains on derivatives
39

 

 
39

Unrealized losses on marketable common stock
(1
)
 

 
(1
)
Pension and postretirement plans
(8
)
 

 
(8
)
Other comprehensive loss
(191
)
 

 
(191
)
Comprehensive income
993

 
58

 
1,051

Other changes in equity:
 
 
 
 
 
Cash dividends - common stock ($0.72 per share)
(492
)
 

 
(492
)
Dividends attributable to noncontrolling interests

 
(48
)
 
(48
)
Redemption value adjustment attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests
(35
)
 

 
(35
)
Repurchases of common stock
(102
)
 

 
(102
)
Other, including options exercised
107

 

 
107

At September 30, 2012
11,625

 
148

 
11,773

Total comprehensive income:
 
 
 
 
 
Net income
1,178

 
71

 
1,249

Foreign currency translation adjustments
(21
)
 

 
(21
)
Realized and unrealized losses on derivatives
(5
)
 

 
(5
)
Unrealized gains on marketable common stock
2

 

 
2

Pension and postretirement plans
(16
)
 

 
(16
)
Other comprehensive loss
(40
)
 

 
(40
)
Comprehensive income
1,138

 
71

 
1,209

Other changes in equity:
 
 
 
 
 
Cash dividends - common stock ($0.76 per share)
(520
)
 

 
(520
)
Dividends attributable to noncontrolling interests

 
(39
)
 
(39
)
Redemption value adjustment attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests
59

 

 
59

Repurchases of common stock
(350
)
 

 
(350
)
Change in noncontrolling interest share

 
80

 
80

Other, including options exercised
362

 

 
362

At September 30, 2013
$
12,314

 
$
260

 
$
12,574


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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, 2013
 
Year Ended September 30, 2012
 
Year Ended September 30, 2011
Beginning balance, September 30
$
253

 
$
260

 
$
196

Net income
48

 
69

 
64

Foreign currency translation adjustments
1

 
(1
)
 

Change in noncontrolling interest share
(63
)
 
(95
)
 
(21
)
Dividends
(23
)
 
(15
)
 
(11
)
Redemption value adjustment
(59
)
 
35

 
32

Ending balance, September 30
$
157

 
$
253

 
$
260

 
The following schedules present changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) attributable to Johnson Controls, Inc. (in millions, net of tax):
 
Year Ended
September 30, 2013
 
Year Ended
September 30, 2012
 
Year Ended
September 30, 2011
 
 
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency translation adjustments
 
 
 
 
 
Balance at beginning of period
$
413

 
$
634

 
$
743

Aggregate adjustment for the period (net of tax effect of $19, $(15) and $(3))
(21
)
 
(221
)
 
(109
)
Balance at end of period
392

 
413

 
634

 
 
 
 
 
 
Realized and unrealized gains (losses) on derivatives
 
 
 
 
 
Balance at beginning of period
12

 
(27
)
 
20

Current period changes in fair value (net of tax effect of $(2), $9 and $(17))
(2
)
 
14

 
(28
)
Reclassification to income (net of tax effect of $(2), $17 and $(13)) *
(3
)
 
25

 
(19
)
Balance at end of period
7

 
12

 
(27
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Unrealized gains (losses) on marketable common stock
 
 
 
 
 
Balance at beginning of period
5

 
6

 
3

Current period changes in fair value (net of tax effect of $0, $(3) and $0)
2

 
(15
)
 
3

Reclassifications to income (net of tax effect of $0) **

 
14

 

Balance at end of period
7

 
5

 
6

 
 
 
 
 
 
Pension and postretirement plans
 
 
 
 
 
Balance at beginning of period
28

 
36

 
32

Reclassification to income (net of tax effect of $(9), $(7) and $(1)) ***
(18
)
 
(10
)
 
(2
)
Other changes (net of tax effect of $0)
2

 
2

 
6

Balance at end of period
12

 
28

 
36

 
 
 
 
 
 
Accumulated other comprehensive income, end of period
$
418

 
$
458

 
$
649


* 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.


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*** 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, 2013, the income reclassified from AOCI into income for pension and postretirement plans was split approximately evenly between cost of sales and selling, general and administrative expenses on the consolidated statement of income. For the year ended September 30, 2012, the reclassified income was primarily recorded in cost of sales. For the year ended September 30, 2011, approximately $8 million of reclassified income was recorded in cost of sales, and approximately $6 million of reclassified expense was recorded in selling, general and administrative expenses.

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 will continue 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 $3,069 million, $2,981 million and $2,392 million, respectively, as of September 30, 2013 and $4,450 million, $4,242 million and $3,279 million, respectively, as of September 30, 2012.

In fiscal 2013, total employer and employee contributions to the defined benefit pension plans were $95 million, of which $1 million were voluntary contributions made by the Company. The Company expects to contribute approximately $80 million in cash to its defined benefit pension plans in fiscal 2014. Projected benefit payments from the plans as of September 30, 2013 are estimated as follows (in millions):

2014
$
265

2015
262

2016
268

2017
269

2018
275

2019-2023
1,456


Postretirement Benefits

The Company provides certain health care and life insurance benefits for eligible retirees and their dependents primarily in the U.S. 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.

The September 30, 2013 postretirement PBO for both pre-65 and post-65 years of age employees was determined using assumed medical care cost trend rates of 7.5% for U.S. plans, decreasing one half percent to one quarter percent each year to an ultimate rate of 5% and 7.25% for non-U.S. plans, decreasing three twentieths of one percent each year to an ultimate rate of 4.5%. The prescription drug trend rates used were 7.5% for U.S. plans, decreasing one half percent to one quarter percent each year to an ultimate rate of 5% and 8.15% for non-U.S. plans, decreasing one fifth of one percent each year to an ultimate rate of 4.5%. The September 30, 2012 PBO for both pre-65 and post-65 years of age employees was determined using medical care cost trend rates of 7.5% for U.S. plans, decreasing one half percent each year to an ultimate rate of 5% and 7.5% for non-U.S. plans, decreasing three twentieths of one percent each year to an ultimate rate of 4.5%. The prescription drug trend rates used were 7.5% for U.S. plans, decreasing one half percent each year to an ultimate rate of 5% and 8.5% for the non-U.S. plans, decreasing one fifth of one percent each year to an ultimate rate of 4.5%. The health care cost trend assumption does not have a significant effect on the amounts reported.


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In fiscal 2013, total employer and employee contributions to the postretirement plans were $13 million, of which $12 million were voluntary contributions made by the Company. The Company does not expect to make any significant contributions to its postretirement plans in fiscal year 2014. Projected benefit payments from the plans as of September 30, 2013 are estimated as follows (in millions):

2014
$
21

2015
21

2016
22

2017
23

2018
23

2019-2023
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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 $3 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 $118 million, $105 million and $105 million for the fiscal years ended 2013, 2012 and 2011, 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 over 300 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 2013, 2012 and 2011 contributions. The Company recognizes expense for the contractually-required contribution for each period. The Company contributed $44 million, $47 million and $51 million to multiemployer benefit plans in fiscal 2013, 2012 and 2011, 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 is not aware of any significant multiemployer benefits plans for which it is probable or reasonably possible that the Company will

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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 to 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, 2013 and 2012, by asset category, are as follows (in millions):
 
Fair Value Measurements Using:
Asset Category
Total as of
September 30, 2013
 
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets
(Level 1)
 
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
U.S. Pension
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash
$
30

 
$
30

 
$

 
$

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Equity Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Large-Cap
525

 
525

 

 

Small-Cap
261

 
261

 

 

International - Developed
523

 
523

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed Income Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Government
173

 
166

 
7

 

Corporate/Other
842

 
652

 
190

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hedge Funds
17

 

 

 
17

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Real Estate
285

 

 

 
285

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
$
2,656

 
$
2,157

 
$
197

 
$
302

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Non-U.S. Pension
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash
$
30

 
$
30

 
$

 
$

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Equity Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Large-Cap
132

 
132

 

 

International - Developed
371

 
269

 
102

 

International - Emerging
31

 
31

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed Income Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Government
376

 
376

 

 

Corporate/Other
531

 
531

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commodities
6

 
6

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hedge Fund
89

 

 

 
89

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Real Estate
90

 
81

 

 
9

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
$
1,656

 
$
1,456

 
$
102

 
$
98

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Postretirement
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash
$
10

 
$
10

 
$

 
$

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Equity Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Large-Cap
36

 
36

 

 

Small-Cap
12

 
12

 

 

International - Developed
29

 
29

 

 

International - Emerging
14

 
14

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed Income Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Government
24

 
24

 

 

Corporate/Other
71

 
71

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commodities
17

 
17

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Real Estate
13

 
13

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
$
226

 
$
226

 
$

 
$


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Fair Value Measurements Using:
Asset Category
Total as of
September 30, 2012
 
Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets
(Level 1)
 
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)
 
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
U.S. Pension
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash
$
25

 
$
25

 
$

 
$

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Equity Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Large-Cap
781

 
781

 

 

Small-Cap
324

 
324

 

 

International - Developed
617

 
617

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed Income Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Government
685

 
685

 

 

Corporate/Other
219

 
219

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hedge Funds
94

 

 

 
94

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Real Estate
240

 

 

 
240

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
$
2,985

 
$
2,651

 
$

 
$
334

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Non-U.S. Pension
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash
$
61

 
$
61

 
$

 
$

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Equity Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Large-Cap
134

 
134

 

 

International - Developed
383

 
383

 

 

International - Emerging
46

 
46

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed Income Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Government
334

 
334

 

 

Corporate/Other
540

 
540

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commodities
12

 
12

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hedge Fund
56

 

 

 
56

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Real Estate
91

 
83

 

 
8

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
$
1,657

 
$
1,593

 
$

 
$
64

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Postretirement
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash
$
6

 
$
6

 
$

 
$

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Equity Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Large-Cap
35

 
35

 

 

Small-Cap
11

 
11

 

 

International - Developed
25

 
25

 

 

International - Emerging
14

 
14

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fixed Income Securities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Government
26

 
26

 

 

Corporate/Other
74

 
74

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commodities
20

 
20

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Real Estate
12

 
12

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
$
223

 
$
223

 
$

 
$



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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 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.

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 a 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.

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 measurement of other investments in real estate is deemed Level 3 since the value of these investments is provided by fund managers. The fund managers value the real estate investments via independent third party appraisals on a periodic basis. Assumptions used to revalue the properties are updated every quarter. 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, 2011
$
298

 
$
94

 
$
204

 
 
 
 
 
 
Additions net of redemptions
11

 

 
11

Unrealized gain
25

 

 
25

 
 
 
 
 
 
Asset value as of September 30, 2012
$
334

 
$
94

 
$
240

 
 
 
 
 
 
Additions net of redemptions
(74
)
 
(80
)
 
6

Realized gain
32

 
13

 
19

Unrealized gain (loss)
10

 
(10
)
 
20

 
 
 
 
 
 
Asset value as of September 30, 2013
$
302

 
$
17

 
$
285

 
 
 
 
 
 
Non-U.S. Pension
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Asset value as of September 30, 2011
$
7

 
$

 
$
7

 
 
 
 
 
 
Additions net of redemptions
48

 
48

 

Unrealized gain
9

 
8

 
1

 
 
 
 
 
 
Asset value as of September 30, 2012
$
64

 
$
56

 
$
8

 
 
 
 
 
 
Additions net of redemptions
31

 
31

 

Unrealized gain
3

 
2

 
1

 
 
 
 
 
 
Asset value as of September 30, 2013
$
98

 
$
89

 
$
9


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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):
 
Pension Benefits
 
Postretirement
Benefits
 
U.S. Plans
 
Non-U.S. Plans
 
September 30,
2013
 
2012
 
2013
 
2012
 
2013
 
2012
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accumulated Benefit Obligation
$
2,839

 
$
3,586

 
$
1,905

 
$
1,904

 
$

 
$

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Change in Projected Benefit Obligation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Projected benefit obligation at beginning of year
3,736

 
2,953

 
2,025

 
1,852

 
266

 
259

Service cost
90

 
69

 
38

 
41

 
5

 
5

Interest cost
151

 
150

 
64

 
73

 
11

 
13

Plan participant contributions

 

 
5

 
6

 
6

 
7

Acquisitions

 

 
2

 
6

 

 

Divestitures (1)

 

 
(20
)
 
(2
)
 

 

Actuarial (gain) loss
(452
)
 
722

 
84

 
109

 
(21
)
 
7

Amendments made during the year
(2
)
 

 
1

 
(6
)
 

 

Benefits and settlements paid
(621
)
 
(158
)
 
(176
)
 
(93
)
 
(22
)
 
(31
)
Estimated subsidy received

 

 

 

 
1

 
2

Curtailment

 

 
(15
)
 
(2
)
 

 

Other

 

 
4

 
41

 

 
2

Currency translation adjustment

 

 
(15
)
 

 
(1
)
 
2

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Projected benefit obligation at end of year
$
2,902

 
$
3,736

 
$
1,997

 
$
2,025

 
$
245

 
$
266

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Change in Plan Assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year
$
2,985

 
$
2,372

 
$
1,657

 
$
1,471

 
$
223

 
$
156

Actual return on plan assets
282

 
504

 
110

 
155

 
12

 
35

Acquisitions

 

 
1

 

 

 

Divestitures

 

 

 
(1
)
 

 

Employer and employee contributions
10

 
267

 
85

 
97

 
13

 
63

Benefits paid
(136
)
 
(158
)
 
(64
)
 
(74
)
 
(22
)
 
(31
)
Settlement payments
(485
)
 

 
(112
)
 
(19
)
 

 

Other

 

 
3

 
16

 

 

Currency translation adjustment

 

 
(24
)
 
12

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fair value of plan assets at end of year
$
2,656

 
$
2,985

 
$
1,656

 
$
1,657

 
$
226

 
$
223

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Funded status
$
(246
)
 
$
(751
)
 
$
(341
)
 
$
(368
)
 
$
(19
)
 
$
(43
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amounts recognized in the statement of financial position consist of:
Prepaid benefit cost
$
29

 
$
3

 
$
83

 
$
61

 
$
51

 
$
39

Accrued benefit liability
(275
)
 
(754
)
 
(424
)
 
(429
)
 
(70
)
 
(82
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net amount recognized
$
(246
)
 
$
(751
)
 
$
(341
)
 
$
(368
)
 
$
(19
)
 
$
(43
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Weighted Average Assumptions (2)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Discount rate (3)
4.90
%
 
4.15
%
 
3.60
%
 
3.40
%
 
4.90
%
 
4.15
%
Rate of compensation increase
3.30
%
 
3.25
%
 
2.60
%
 
2.40
%
 
NA

 
NA



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(1)
Fiscal 2013 includes $14 million of projected benefit obligations transferred to liabilities held for sale on the consolidated statement of financial position for non-U.S. plans. Refer to Note 3, "Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale," of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the Company's disposal groups classified as held for sale.

(2)
Plan assets and obligations are determined based on a September 30 measurement date at September 30, 2013 and 2012.

(3)
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.

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income

The amounts in accumulated other comprehensive income on the consolidated statement of financial position, exclusive of tax impacts, that have not yet been recognized as components of net periodic benefit cost at September 30, 2013 are as follows (in millions):
 
Pension
Benefits
 
Postretirement 
Benefits
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (income)
 
 
 
Net transition obligation
$
1

 
$

Net prior service credit
(10
)
 
(9
)
Total
$
(9
)
 
$
(9
)

The amounts in accumulated other comprehensive income expected to be recognized as components of net periodic benefit cost over the next fiscal year are shown below (in millions):
 
Pension
Benefits
 
Postretirement 
Benefits
Amortization of:
 
 
 
Net transition obligation
$

 
$

Net prior service credit

 
(7
)
Total
$

 
$
(7
)


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Net Periodic Benefit Cost

The table that follows contains the components of net periodic benefit cost (in millions):
 
Pension Benefits
 
Postretirement Benefits
 
U.S. Plans
 
Non-U.S. Plans
 
Year ended September 30,
2013
 
2012
 
2011
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Components of Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit):
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Service cost
$
90

 
$
69

 
$
66

 
$
38

 
$
41

 
$
34

 
$
5

 
$
5

 
$
5

Interest cost
151

 
150

 
145

 
64

 
73

 
70

 
11

 
13

 
13

Expected return on plan assets
(232
)
 
(214
)
 
(203
)
 
(71
)
 
(75
)
 
(75
)
 
(13
)
 
(11
)
 

Net actuarial (gain) loss
(433
)
 
432

 
336

 
48

 
30

 
43

 
(20
)
 
(15
)
 
5

Amortization of prior service cost (credit)
1

 
1

 
1

 
(1
)
 
(1
)
 
2

 
(17
)
 
(17
)
 
(17
)
Curtailment gain

 

 

 
(26
)
 
(2
)
 
(19
)
 

 

 

Settlement (gain) loss
(69
)
 

 

 
(1
)
 

 
4

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net periodic benefit cost (credit)
$
(492
)
 
$
438

 
$
345

 
$
51

 
$
66

 
$
59

 
$
(34
)
 
$
(25
)
 
$
6

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Expense Assumptions:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Discount rate
4.15
%
 
5.25
%
 
5.50
%
 
3.40
%
 
4.00
%
 
4.00
%
 
4.15
%
 
5.25
%
 
5.50
%
Expected return on plan assets
8.00
%
 
8.50
%
 
8.50
%
 
4.55
%
 
5.15
%
 
5.50
%
 
5.80
%
 
6.30
%
 
NA

Rate of compensation increase
3.25
%
 
3.30
%
 
3.20
%
 
2.45
%
 
2.45
%
 
3.00
%
 
NA

 
NA

 
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 committed to a significant restructuring plan in fiscal 2012 and recorded $297 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs, of which $52 million was recorded in the third quarter and $245 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012. As a continuation of its restructuring plan announced in fiscal 2012, the Company recorded $985 million of significant restructuring and impairment costs in fiscal 2013, of which $84 million was recorded in the second quarter, $143 million in the third quarter and $758 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013. 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 restructuring actions are expected to be substantially complete by the end of fiscal 2014.

The following table summarizes the changes in the Company’s restructuring 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
$
237

 
$
39

 
$

 
$
21

 
$

 
297

Utilized—cash
(16
)
 

 

 
(6
)
 

 
(22
)
Utilized—noncash

 
(39
)
 

 
(8
)
 

 
(47
)
Balance at September 30, 2012
$
221

 
$

 
$

 
$
7

 
$

 
$
228

Additional restructuring and impairment costs
392

 
156

 
430

 
7

 

 
985

Utilized—cash
(141
)
 

 

 
(7
)
 

 
(148
)
Utilized—noncash

 
(156
)
 
(430
)
 
(4
)
 
2

 
(588
)
Transfer to liabilities held for sale
(31
)
 

 

 

 

 
(31
)
Balance at September 30, 2013
$
441

 
$

 
$

 
$
3

 
$
2

 
$
446

 

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The Company's restructuring plans included workforce reductions of approximately 16,700 employees (9,500 for the Automotive Experience business, 6,200 for the Building Efficiency business and 1,000 for the Power Solutions business). 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, 2013, approximately 6,300 of the employees have been separated from the Company pursuant to the restructuring plans. In addition, the restructuring plans included twenty-one plant closures (seventeen for Automotive Experience, two for Building Efficiency and two for Power Solutions). As of September 30, 2013, five of the twenty-one 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 charge recorded in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013.

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 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.

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 statement 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."

In the third and fourth quarters of fiscal 2012, 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 2012. In addition, in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012, the Company concluded it had a triggering event requiring assessment of impairment for certain of its long-lived assets due to volume declines in the European automotive markets. As a result, the Company reviewed the long-lived assets for impairment and recorded a $39 million impairment charge within restructuring and impairment costs on the consolidated statement of income, of which $3 million was recorded in the third quarter and $36 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012. Of the total impairment charge, $14 million related to the Power Solutions segment, $11 million related to the Automotive Experience Interiors segment, $4 million related to the Building Efficiency Other segment and $10 million related to corporate assets. 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

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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 quarter of fiscal 2012, the Company recorded an impairment charge related to an equity investment. Refer to Note 11, “Fair Value Measurements,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for additional information.

At September 30, 2013 and 2012, 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 charge recorded in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013.

18.    INCOME TAXES

In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company changed its method of inventory costing for certain inventory in its Power Solutions business to the first-in first-out (FIFO) method from the last-in first-out (LIFO) method. Certain amounts have been revised to reflect the retrospective application of this accounting policy change. The $112 million adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings as of September 30, 2010 was net of a $73 million tax provision. Refer to Note 1, “Summary of Significant Accounting Policies,” of the notes to consolidated financial statements for further details surrounding this accounting policy change.

The more significant components of the Company’s income tax provision from continuing operations are as follows (in millions):
 
Year Ended September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Tax expense at federal statutory rate
$
863

 
$
532

 
$
627

State income taxes, net of federal benefit
46

 
17

 
(10
)
Foreign income tax expense at different rates and foreign losses without tax benefits
(317
)
 
(381
)
 
(351
)
U.S. tax on foreign income
(69
)
 
(20
)
 
28

Reserve and valuation allowance adjustments
197

 
13

 
(30
)
U.S. credits and incentives
(28
)
 
(13
)
 
(7
)
Gain on business divestiture
59

 

 

Restructuring and impairment costs
235

 
81

 

Change in assertion over permanently reinvested earnings
210

 

 

Other
(28
)
 
(20
)
 
1

Provision for income taxes
$
1,168

 
$
209

 
$
258


The effective rate is above the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2013 primarily due to the tax consequences of the sale of the HomeLink® product line, significant restructuring and impairment costs, the change in our assertion over reinvestment of foreign undistributed earnings primarily related to the Electronics business, 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. The effective rate is below the U.S. statutory rate for fiscal 2012 and 2011 primarily due to continuing global tax planning initiatives and income in certain non-U.S. jurisdictions with a rate of tax 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 2013, 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 Germany and Poland would not be realized. The Company also

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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.

In fiscal 2012, the Company recorded an overall increase to its valuation allowances of $47 million primarily due to a discrete period income tax adjustment in the fourth quarter. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012, 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 Power Solutions in China would not be realized. Therefore, the Company recorded a $35 million valuation allowance as income tax expense in the three month period ended September 30, 2012.

In fiscal 2011, the Company recorded a decrease to its valuation allowances primarily due to a $30 million discrete period income tax adjustment in the fourth quarter. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011, 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 the deferred tax assets primarily within Denmark, Italy, Automotive Experience in Korea and Automotive Experience in the United Kingdom would be realized. Therefore, the Company released a net $30 million of valuation allowances as a benefit to income tax expense in the three month period ended September 30, 2011.

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, 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).

At September 30, 2012, the Company had gross tax effected unrecognized tax benefits of $1,465 million of which $1,274 million, if recognized, would impact the effective tax rate. Total net accrued interest at September 30, 2012 was approximately $72 million (net of tax benefit).

At September 30, 2011, the Company had gross tax effected unrecognized tax benefits of $1,357 million of which $1,164 million, if recognized, would impact the effective tax rate. Total net accrued interest at September 30, 2011 was approximately $77 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,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Beginning balance, September 30
$
1,465

 
$
1,357

 
$
1,262

Additions for tax positions related to the current year
123

 
143

 
150

Additions for tax positions of prior years
84

 
36

 
20

Reductions for tax positions of prior years
(43
)
 
(58
)
 
(62
)
Settlements with taxing authorities
(160
)
 

 
(5
)
Statute closings
(45
)
 
(13
)
 
(8
)
Audit resolutions
(79
)
 

 

Ending balance, September 30
$
1,345

 
$
1,465

 
$
1,357



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In the U.S., fiscal years 2010 through 2012 are currently under exam by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and 2004 through 2009 are currently under (IRS) appeals. Additionally, the Company is currently under exam in the following major foreign jurisdictions:
 
Tax Jurisdiction
 
Tax Years Covered
 
 
 
Belgium
 
2011 - 2012
Brazil
 
2004 - 2008
Canada
 
2007 - 2010
France
 
2002 - 2012
Germany
 
2001 - 2010
Italy
 
2005 - 2009
Japan
 
2010 - 2012
Korea
 
2008 - 2012
Mexico
 
2003 - 2004, 2008 - 2011
Poland
 
2008 - 2009

The Company expects that certain tax examinations, appellate proceedings and/or tax litigation will conclude within the next twelve months, the impact of which is not expected to be significant to the Company's consolidated financial statements.

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.

As a result of certain events related to prior tax planning initiatives, during the third quarter of fiscal 2012, the Company reduced the reserve for uncertain tax positions by $22 million, including $13 million of interest and penalties, resulting in a benefit to income tax expense.

Other Tax Matters

In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company disposed of assets, the HomeLink® product line and certain businesses, which resulted in $59 million of incremental tax expense above the statutory rate on the net gain.

In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company provided income tax expense on the foreign undistributed earnings of the non-U.S. subsidiaries primarily related to the Electronics business, which resulted in $210 million of incremental tax expense.

During fiscal 2013, the Company incurred significant charges for restructuring and impairment costs. 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, thus causing a $235 million incremental tax expense.

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

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 "look-through rule," under subpart F of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, expired for the Company on September 30, 2012. The "look-through rule" had provided an exception to the U.S. taxation of certain income generated by foreign subsidiaries. The rule was extended in January 2013 retroactive to the beginning of the Company's 2013 fiscal year.

During the fiscal year ended September 30, 2012, tax legislation was adopted in Japan which reduced its statutory income tax rate by 5%. Also, tax legislation was adopted in various jurisdictions to limit the annual utilization of tax losses that are carried forward.

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None of these changes had a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.

Continuing Operations

Components of the provision for income taxes on continuing operations were as follows (in millions):
 
Year Ended September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Current
 
 
 
 
 
Federal
$
327

 
$
118

 
$
56

State
41

 
12

 

Foreign
527

 
313

 
458

 
895

 
443

 
514

Deferred
 
 
 
 
 
Federal
462

 
94

 
95

State
14

 
18

 
(9
)
Foreign
(203
)
 
(346
)
 
(342
)
 
273

 
(234
)
 
(256
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Provision for income taxes
$
1,168

 
$
209

 
$
258


Consolidated domestic income from continuing operations before income taxes and noncontrolling interests for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011 was income of $2,335 million, $1,061 million and $1,013 million, respectively. Consolidated foreign income from continuing operations before income taxes and noncontrolling interests for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011 was income of $130 million, $459 million and $777 million, respectively.

Income taxes paid for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011were $531 million, $496 million and $384 million, respectively.

The Company has not provided additional U.S. income taxes on approximately $7.6 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. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company provided income tax expense on the foreign undistributed earnings of the non-U.S. subsidiaries primarily related to the Electronics business, which resulted in $210 million of incremental tax expense. Refer to “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):
 
September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
Other current assets
$
567

 
$
518

Other noncurrent assets
1,349

 
1,783

Other current liabilities
(4
)
 
(10
)
Other noncurrent liabilities
(58
)
 
(95
)
 
 
 
 
Net deferred tax asset
$
1,854

 
$
2,196



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Temporary differences and carryforwards which gave rise to deferred tax assets and liabilities included (in millions):
 
 
September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
Deferred tax assets
 
 
 
Accrued expenses and reserves
$
439

 
$
488

Employee and retiree benefits
173

 
444

Net operating loss and other credit carryforwards
2,752

 
2,582

Research and development
146

 
79

 
3,510

 
3,593

Valuation allowances
(1,172
)
 
(766
)
 
2,338

 
2,827

Deferred tax liabilities
 
 
 
Property, plant and equipment
128

 
119

Intangible assets
196

 
349

Other
160

 
163

 
484

 
631

 
 
 
 
Net deferred tax asset
$
1,854

 
$
2,196


Note that the above tables exclude the amounts of deferred tax assets and liabilities for fiscal 2013 that have been transferred to assets held for sale and liabilities held for sale within the consolidated statement of financial position.

At September 30, 2013, the Company had available net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $5.0 billion, of which $2.1 billion will expire at various dates between 2014 and 2032, and the remainder has an indefinite carryforward period. The Company had available U.S. foreign tax credit carryforwards at September 30, 2013 of $900 million, which will expire at various dates between 2016 and 2022. 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

Effective October 1, 2012, the Company reorganized the reportable segments within its Automotive Experience business to align with its new management reporting structure and business activities. Prior to this reorganization, Automotive Experience was comprised of three reportable segments for financial reporting purposes: North America, Europe and Asia. As a result of this change, Automotive Experience is now comprised of three new reportable segments for financial reporting purposes: Seating, Interiors and Electronics. Historical information has been revised to reflect the new Automotive Experience reportable segment structure.

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 nine reportable segments for financial reporting purposes. The Company’s nine 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 heating, ventilating and air conditioning (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 designs, produces, markets and installs mechanical equipment that provides heating and cooling in North American non-residential buildings and industrial applications as well as control systems that integrate the operation of this equipment with other critical building systems.


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North America Service provides technical services including inspection, scheduled maintenance, repair and replacement of mechanical and control systems in North America, as well as the retrofit and service components of performance contracts and other solutions.

Global Workplace Solutions provides on-site staff for complete real estate services, facility operation and management to improve the comfort, productivity, energy efficiency and cost effectiveness of building systems around the globe.

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, door panels, headliners and overhead systems.

Electronics produces information displays and body controllers, including electronic convenience features, and clusters.

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.

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. Financial information relating to the Company’s reportable segments is as follows (in millions):
 
Year Ended September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Net Sales
 
 
 
 
 
Building Efficiency
 
 
 
 
 
North America Systems
$
2,362

 
$
2,389

 
$
2,343

North America Service
2,130

 
2,145

 
2,305

Global Workplace Solutions
4,265

 
4,294

 
4,153

Asia
2,022

 
1,987

 
1,840

Other
3,812

 
3,900

 
4,252

 
14,591

 
14,715

 
14,893

Automotive Experience
 
 
 
 
 
Seating
16,285

 
15,854

 
14,656

Interiors
4,176

 
4,129

 
4,119

Electronics
1,320

 
1,351

 
1,290

 
21,781

 
21,334

 
20,065

Power Solutions
6,358

 
5,906

 
5,875

 
 
 
 
 
 
Total net sales
$
42,730

 
$
41,955

 
$
40,833


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Year Ended September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Segment Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
Building Efficiency
 
 
 
 
 
North America Systems (1)
$
279

 
$
286

 
$
247

North America Service (2)
228

 
164

 
121

Global Workplace Solutions (3)
114

 
52

 
22

Asia (4)
278

 
267

 
251

Other (5)
89

 
141

 
105

 
988

 
910

 
746

Automotive Experience
 
 
 
 
 
Seating (6)
723

 
694

 
641

Interiors (7)
(9
)
 
(20
)
 
(5
)
Electronics (8)
585

 
129

 
144

 
1,299

 
803

 
780

Power Solutions (9)
1,006

 
784

 
822

 
 
 
 
 
 
Total segment income
$
3,293

 
$
2,497

 
$
2,348

 
 
 
 
 
 
Net financing charges
(248
)
 
(233
)
 
(174
)
Restructuring and impairment costs
(985
)
 
(297
)
 

Net mark-to-market adjustments on pension and postretirement plans
405

 
(447
)
 
(384
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Income before income taxes
$
2,465

 
$
1,520

 
$
1,790

 
 
September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Assets
 
 
 
 
 
Building Efficiency
 
 
 
 
 
North America Systems
$
1,222

 
$
1,326

 
$
1,300

North America Service
1,477

 
1,523

 
1,581

Global Workplace Solutions
1,286

 
1,234

 
1,228

Asia
1,352

 
1,316

 
1,247

Other
3,769

 
3,947

 
4,115

 
9,106

 
9,346

 
9,471

Automotive Experience
 
 
 
 
 
Seating
9,763

 
9,334

 
9,319

Interiors (10)
1,872

 
2,577

 
2,590

Electronics (10)

 
842

 
889

 
11,635

 
12,753

 
12,798

Power Solutions
7,459

 
7,312

 
6,750

Assets held for sale
804

 

 

Unallocated
2,514

 
1,543

 
769

 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
$
31,518

 
$
30,954

 
$
29,788


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Year Ended September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Depreciation/Amortization
 
 
 
 
 
Building Efficiency
 
 
 
 
 
North America Systems
$
11

 
$
12

 
$
10

North America Service
25

 
25

 
25

Global Workplace Solutions
25

 
24

 
18

Asia
19

 
19

 
15

Other
89

 
66

 
69

 
169

 
146

 
137

Automotive Experience
 
 
 
 
 
Seating
354

 
320

 
273

Interiors
116

 
109

 
111

Electronics
41

 
35

 
35

 
511

 
464

 
419

Power Solutions
272

 
214

 
175

 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
$
952

 
$
824

 
$
731

 
 
Year Ended September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Capital Expenditures
 
 
 
 
 
Building Efficiency
 
 
 
 
 
North America Systems
$
4

 
$
6

 
$
6

North America Service
8

 
25

 
17

Global Workplace Solutions
7

 
7

 
32

Asia
73

 
38

 
22

Other
106

 
103

 
91

 
198

 
179

 
168

Automotive Experience
 
 
 
 
 
Seating
467

 
549

 
446

Interiors
235

 
171

 
146

Electronics
52

 
57

 
46

 
754

 
777

 
638

Power Solutions
425

 
875

 
519

 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
$
1,377

 
$
1,831

 
$
1,325

 
(1)
Building Efficiency - North America Systems segment income for the years ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 excludes $20 million and $2 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs.

(2)
Building Efficiency - North America Service segment income for the years ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 excludes $18 million and $6 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs. For the years ended September 30, 2012 and 2011 North America Service segment income includes $1 million and $2 million, respectively, of equity income.

(3)
Building Efficiency - Global Workplace Solutions segment income for the years ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 excludes $54 million and $16 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs.

(4)
Building Efficiency - Asia segment income for the years ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 excludes $5 million and $1 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs. For the years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, Asia segment income includes $2 million, $3 million and $3 million, respectively, of equity income.

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(5)
Building Efficiency - Other segment income for the years ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 excludes $95 million and $64 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs. For the years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, Other segment income includes $26 million, $23 million and $17 million, respectively, of equity income.

(6)
Automotive Experience - Seating segment income for the years ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 excludes $152 million and $101 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs. For the years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, Seating segment income includes $287 million, $194 million and $192 million, respectively, of equity income.

(7)
Automotive Experience - Interiors segment income for the years ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 excludes $560 million and $48 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs. For the years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, Interiors segment income includes $16 million, $17 million and $9 million, respectively, of equity income.

(8)
Automotive Experience - Electronics segment income for the years ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 excludes $28 million and $12 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs. For the years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, Electronics segment income includes $3 million, $2 million and $13 million, respectively, of equity income. The year ended September 30, 2013 includes a $476 million gain on divestiture of the HomeLink® product line net of transaction costs.

(9)
Power Solutions segment income for the years ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 excludes $36 million and $37 million, respectively, of restructuring and impairment costs. For the years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011, Power Solutions segment income includes $68 million, $100 million and $62 million, respectively, of equity income.

(10)
Current year amounts exclude assets held for sale. Refer to Note 3, "Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale," 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 2013, 2012 and 2011, no customer exceeded 10% of consolidated net sales.

Geographic Segments

Financial information relating to the Company’s operations by geographic area is as follows (in millions):
 
Year Ended September 30,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Net Sales
 
 
 
 
 
United States
$
16,681

 
$
15,484

 
$
14,367

Germany
4,730

 
4,790

 
4,590

Mexico
2,330

 
2,189

 
1,869

Other European countries
9,943

 
10,663

 
10,212

Other foreign
9,046

 
8,829

 
9,795

 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
$
42,730

 
$
41,955

 
$
40,833

 
 
 
 
 
 
Long-Lived Assets (Year-end)
 
 
 
 
 
United States
$
2,551

 
$
2,521

 
$
2,116

Germany
1,057

 
879

 
864

Mexico
560

 
588

 
540

Other European countries
1,439

 
1,557

 
1,356

Other foreign
978

 
895

 
740

 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
$
6,585

 
$
6,440

 
$
5,616


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.

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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, 2013 and 2012. 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, 2013, 2012 and 2011.

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):
 
2013
 
2012
Current assets
$
3,987

 
$
3,339

Noncurrent assets
1,775

 
1,648

Total assets
5,762

 
4,987

 
 
 
 
Current liabilities
$
3,046

 
$
2,501

Noncurrent liabilities
613

 
553

Shareholders’ equity
2,103

 
1,933

Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity
5,762

 
4,987


Summarized income statement data for the years ended September 30 is as follows (in millions):
 
2013
 
2012
 
2011
Net sales
$
9,973

 
$
9,261

 
$
8,468

Gross profit
1,483

 
1,423

 
1,154

Net income attributable to the entity
639

 
664

 
526


21.    COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

The Company accrues for potential environmental liabilities in a manner consistent with U.S. GAAP; that is, when it is probable a liability has been incurred and the amount of the liability is reasonably estimable. Reserves for environmental liabilities totaled $25 million at September 30, 2013 and 2012. 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, 2013 and 2012, the Company recorded conditional asset retirement obligations of $56 million and $76 million, respectively.

The Company is involved in a number of product liability and various other casualty lawsuits incident to the operation of its businesses. The Company maintains insurance coverages and records estimated costs for claims and suits of this nature. 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.

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JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
SCHEDULE II - VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS
(In millions)
Year Ended September 30,
2013
 
2012
 
2011
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounts Receivable - Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
 
 
 
 
 
Balance at beginning of period
$
78

 
$
89

 
$
96

Provision charged to costs and expenses
68

 
47

 
37

Reserve adjustments
(50
)
 
(15
)
 
(23
)
Accounts charged off
(27
)
 
(42
)
 
(24
)
Acquisition of businesses
1

 

 
4

Divestiture of businesses
(1
)
 

 

Currency translation

 
(1
)
 
(1
)
Transfers to held for sale
(1
)
 

 

Balance at end of period
$
68

 
$
78

 
$
89

 
 
 
 
 
 
Deferred Tax Assets - Valuation Allowance
 
 
 
 
 
Balance at beginning of period
$
766

 
$
719

 
$
739

Allowance provision for new operating and other loss carryforwards
165

 
119

 
95

Acquisition of businesses

 

 
18

Allowance provision (benefit) adjustments
250

 
(72
)
 
(133
)
Transfers to held for sale
(9
)
 

 

Balance at end of period
$
1,172

 
$
766

 
$
719


ITEM 9
CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE

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 (1992) 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, 2013, 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 controls over financial reporting as of September 30, 2013 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, 2013, that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.

The Company is undertaking the implementation of new enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems in certain businesses, which will occur over a period of several years. As the phased roll-out of the new ERP systems occurs, the Company may experience changes in its internal control over financial reporting. No significant changes were made to the Company’s current internal control over financial reporting as a result of the implementation of the new ERP systems during the fiscal year ended September 30, 2013.

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 2014 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (fiscal 2013 Proxy Statement), dated and to be filed with the SEC on or about December 9, 2013, 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 2013 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 2013,” “Potential Payments and Benefits Upon Termination or Change of Control,” and “Johnson Controls Share Ownership” of the fiscal 2013 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 2013 Proxy Statement.

The following table provides information about the Company's equity compensation plans as of September 30, 2013:
 
 
(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
 
29,403,281

 
$
28.25

 
36,377,076

Equity compensation plans not approved by shareholders
 

 

 

Total
 
29,403,281

 
$
28.25

 
36,377,076


(c) Includes shares of Common Stock that remain available for grant as follows: 36,255,826 shares under the 2012 Omnibus Plan and 121,250 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 2013 Proxy Statement.

ITEM 14    PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTING FEES AND SERVICES

Incorporated by reference to the section entitled “Audit Committee Report” of the fiscal 2013 Proxy Statement.


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PART IV

ITEM 15    EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
 
 
 
Page in
Form 10-K
(a) The following documents are filed as part of this Form 10-K:
 
 
 
 
 
(1) Financial Statements
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
54
 
 
 
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011
 
55
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(2) Financial Statement Schedule
 
 
 
 
 
For the years ended September 30, 2013, 2012 and 2011:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(3) Exhibits
 
 
 
 
 
Reference is made to the separate exhibit index contained on pages 114 through 117 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. 33-30309, 33-31271, 33-58094, 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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SIGNATURES
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.
 
JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC.
 
 
By
/s/ R. Bruce McDonald
 
R. Bruce McDonald
 
Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
 
 
Date:
November 21, 2013

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below as of November 21, 2013, by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities indicated:

/s/ Alex A. Molinaroli
Alex A. Molinaroli
President, Chief Executive Officer and Director
(Principal Executive Officer)
 
/s/ R. Bruce McDonald
R. Bruce McDonald
Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer (Principal Financial Officer)
 
 
 
/s/ Brian J. Stief
Brian J. Stief
Vice President and Corporate Controller
(Principal Accounting Officer)
 
/s/ Stephen A. Roell
Stephen A. Roell
Chairman and Director
 
 
 
/s/ David Abney
David Abney
Director
 
/s/ Dennis W. Archer
Dennis W. Archer
Director
 
 
 
/s/ Natalie A. Black
Natalie A. Black
Director
 
/s/ Julie L. Bushman 
Julie L. Bushman
Director
 
 
 
/s/ Eugenio Clariond Reyes-Retana
Eugenio Clariond Reyes-Retana
Director
 
/s/ Richard Goodman 
Richard Goodman
Director
 
 
 
/s/ Jeffrey A. Joerres
Jeffrey A. Joerres
Director
 
/s/ William H. Lacy
William H. Lacy
Director
 
 
 
/s/ Mark P. Vergnano
Mark P. Vergnano
Director
 
                                        
Raymond L. Conner
Director

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Johnson Controls, Inc.
Index to Exhibits
 
Exhibit
 
Title
 
 
3.(i)
 
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).
 
 
3.(ii)
 
Johnson Controls, Inc. By-Laws, as amended and restated through July 24, 2013 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed July 25, 2013) (Commission File No. 1-5097).
 
 
4.A
 
Miscellaneous long-term debt agreements and financing leases with banks and other creditors and debenture indentures.*
 
 
4.B
 
Miscellaneous industrial development bond long-term debt issues and related loan agreements and leases.*
 
 
4.C
 
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).
 
 
4.D
 
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]).
 
 
4.E
 
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. 1-5907).
 
 
4.F
 
Supplemental Indenture, dated March 16, 2009, between Johnson Controls, Inc., as Issuer, 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/A filed March 20, 2009) (Commission File No. 1-5907).
 
 
4.G
 
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. 1-5907).
 
 
4.H
 
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. 1-5907).
 
 
4.I
 
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).
 
 
4.J
 
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).
 
 
4.K
 
Form of Corporate Unit (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.6 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K/A filed March 20, 2009) (Commission File No. 1-5907).
 
 
4.L
 
Form of Treasury Unit (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.7 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K/A filed March 20, 2009) (Commission File No. 1-5907).


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Exhibit
  
Title
 
 
4.M
 
Form of Subordinated Note (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.8 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K/A filed March 20, 2009) (Commission File No. 1-5907).
 
 
 
4.N
  
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. 1-5907).
 
 
4.O
  
[RESERVED].
 
 
4.P
  
Officers’ Certificate, dated February 4, 2011, establishing the Floating Rate Notes due 2014, 1.75% Senior Notes due 2014, 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).
 
 
10.A
 
[RESERVED].
 
 
10.B
  
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).**
 
 
10.C
  
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).**
 
 
10.D
  
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).**
 
 
10.E
  
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).**
 
 
10.F
  
[RESERVED].
 
 
10.G
  
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).**
 
 
10.H
  
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).**
 
 
10.I
  
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).**
 
 
10.J
  
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).**




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Index to Exhibits
 
Exhibit
  
Title
 
 
10.K
  
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).**
 
 
 
10.L
  
Form of restricted stock award agreement for Johnson Controls, Inc. 2001 Restricted Stock Plan, as first amended March 21, 2006 with effectiveness of August 1, 2006, and as currently 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).**
 
 
 
10.M
  
Johnson Controls, Inc. Executive Deferred Compensation Plan, as amended and restated effective July 23, 2013, filed herewith.**
 
 
10.N
  
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).**
 
 
10.O
  
Johnson Controls, Inc. Annual Incentive Performance Plan, as amended and restated effective January 1, 2008 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Current Report Form 8-K filed February 1, 2011) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
 
 
10.P
  
Johnson Controls, Inc. Retirement Restoration Plan, as amended and restated effective November 17, 2009 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.P to Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2009) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
 
 
10.Q
  
Johnson Controls, Inc. Compensation Summary for Non-Employee Directors as amended and restated effective October 1, 2013, filed herewith.**
 
 
10.S
  
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).**
 
 
10.T
  
Johnson Controls, Inc. Long-Term Incentive Performance Plan, as amended and restated effective January 1, 2008 (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).**
 
 
10.U
  
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).**
 
 
10.V
  
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).**
 
 
10.W
  
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).**
 
 
10.X
  
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) **




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Exhibit
  
Title
 
 
10.Y
  
Form of employment 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).**
 
 
 
10.Z
 
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).**
 
 
 
10.AA
 
Form of performance share 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 January 28, 2013) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
 
 
 
10.BB
 
Form of restricted stock/restricted stock unit 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 January 28, 2013) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
 
 
 
10.CC
 
Form of option or stock appreciation right award for Johnson Controls, Inc. 2012 Omnibus Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1(d) to Johnson Controls, Inc.'s Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 28, 2013) (Commission File No. 1-5097).**
 
 
12
  
Computation of ratio of earnings to fixed charges for the years ended September 30, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010 and 2009, filed herewith.
 
 
 
18
 
Preferability Letter on Change in Accounting Principle, filed herewith.
 
 
 
21
  
Subsidiaries of the Registrant, filed herewith.
 
 
 
23
  
Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm dated November 21, 2013, filed herewith.
 
 
31.1
  
Certification by the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, filed herewith.
 
 
31.2
  
Certification by the Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, filed herewith.
 
 
32
  
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.
 
 
101
  
The following materials from Johnson Controls, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2013, 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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