Appian Corp (APPN)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
APPN
Appian Corp
$34.76
+2.03%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.45B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$3.31
+5.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 3181551% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $795.31M). APPN leads profitability with a -1.3% profit margin vs -5.3%. LPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 36/100 (F).
APPN
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+73.4%
Fair Value
$87.97
Current Price
$34.76
$53.21 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.1% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Operating margin of 0.4%
ROE of -937.0% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 76.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APPN
The strongest argument for APPN centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : APPN
The primary concerns for APPN are EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APPN profiles as a growth stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
APPN is growing revenue faster at 19.1% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LPL scores higher overall (36/100 vs 32/100). APPN offers better value entry with a 73.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Appian Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Appian Corporation provides a low-code automation platform in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in McLean, Virginia.
LG Display Co Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
LG Display Co., Ltd. is dedicated to the design, manufacture and sale of thin film transistor liquid crystal displays (TFT-LCD) and display panels based on organic light emitting diode (OLED) technology. The company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
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