Aware Inc (AWRE)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
AWRE
Aware Inc
$1.30
+1.56%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $28.12M
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.39
+1.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 148080182% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $17.07M). LPL leads profitability with a -0.3% profit margin vs -45.3%. LPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 33/100 (F).
AWRE
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
LPL
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+54.0%
Fair Value
$3.65
Current Price
$1.30
$2.35 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -29.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 6.2%
Earnings declined 58.2%
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 : AWRE
The strongest argument for AWRE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : AWRE
The primary concerns for AWRE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
AWRE is growing revenue faster at -6.2% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SOFTWARE - APPLICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LPL scores higher overall (33/100 vs 25/100). AWRE offers better value entry with a 54.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Avoid" 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.
Aware Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Aware, Inc. offers biometric software products and solutions in the United States, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts.
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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