Cognyte Software Ltd (CGNT)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
CGNT
Cognyte Software Ltd
$9.33
-1.69%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $696.96M
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.33
+1.05%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 6318949% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $400.04M). CGNT leads profitability with a -0.2% profit margin vs -0.3%. LPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 36/100 (F).
CGNT
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.1%
Fair Value
$14.43
Current Price
$9.33
$5.10 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 4.9%
Earnings declined 74.8%
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 : CGNT
The strongest argument for CGNT centers on Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CGNT
The primary concerns for CGNT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CGNT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
CGNT is growing revenue faster at 12.4% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
LPL scores higher overall (36/100 vs 34/100). CGNT offers better value entry with a 50.1% 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.
Cognyte Software Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Cognyte Software Ltd. provides security analysis software to governments and companies around the world. The company is headquartered in Herzliya, Israel.
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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