ASGN Inc (ASGN)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
ASGN
ASGN Inc
$19.52
-51.73%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.73B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.12
-2.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 634982% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $3.98B). ASGN leads profitability with a 2.9% profit margin vs -0.3%. ASGN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. ASGN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ASGN
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+70.5%
Fair Value
$144.34
Current Price
$19.52
$124.83 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
2.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASGN
The strongest argument for ASGN centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : ASGN
The primary concerns for ASGN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASGN profiles as a value stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
ASGN is growing revenue faster at -0.5% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ASGN scores higher overall (53/100 vs 36/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
ASGN Inc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
ASGN Incorporated provides professional staff and IT solutions in the fields of technology, digital, creative, engineering and life sciences in the commercial and government sectors in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Glen Allen, Virginia.
Visit Website →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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