Cerence Inc (CRNC)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
CRNC
Cerence Inc
$9.10
+6.56%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $393.46M
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 8000503% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $315.96M). CRNC leads profitability with a 0.1% profit margin vs -0.3%. LPL trades at a lower P/E of 27.5x. CRNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
CRNC
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.7%
Fair Value
$28.66
Current Price
$9.10
$19.56 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 32.2%
Revenue surging 126.1% year-over-year
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 0.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : CRNC
The strongest argument for CRNC centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 126.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CRNC
The primary concerns for CRNC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 437.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.1% 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
CRNC profiles as a hypergrowth stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRNC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.73 — expect wider price swings.
CRNC is growing revenue faster at 126.1% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CRNC scores higher overall (52/100 vs 36/100) and 126.1% revenue growth. 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.
Cerence Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Cerence Inc. provides assistants and innovations with artificial intelligence technology for connected and autonomous vehicles. Offers state-of-the-art software components; components connected to the cloud; tool kits; Applications; and virtual assistant for coexistence and professional services. The company is headquartered in Burlington, 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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