ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,698.30
+0.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $658.69B
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 71527% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $35.33B). ASML leads profitability with a 30.1% profit margin vs -5.3%. ASML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
ASML
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 49 in profit
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 21.3% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1427.1x book value
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 : ASML
The strongest argument for ASML centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.1% and operating margin at 37.1%. Revenue growth of 21.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : ASML
The primary concerns for ASML are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 58.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
ASML profiles as a growth stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASML carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
ASML is growing revenue faster at 21.3% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (70/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 30.1% margins and 21.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
ASML Holding NV ADR
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
ASML Holding NV develops, produces, markets, sells and services advanced semiconductor equipment systems consisting of lithography, metrology and inspection related systems for memory and logic chip manufacturers. The company is headquartered in Veldhoven, the Netherlands.
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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