CTS Corporation (CTS)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
CTS
CTS Corporation
$66.82
-5.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.92B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.14
-11.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 4556450% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $554.78M). CTS leads profitability with a 12.5% profit margin vs -0.3%. CTS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.72. CTS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CTS
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
LPL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 34.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 8.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTS
The strongest argument for CTS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 10.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CTS
The primary concerns for CTS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Operating Margin, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.14 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTS profiles as a value stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
CTS is growing revenue faster at 10.7% — sustainability is the question.
CTS generates stronger free cash flow (12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTS scores higher overall (63/100 vs 32/100) and 10.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" 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.
CTS Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
CTS Corporation manufactures and sells sensors, actuators, and connectivity components in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Lisle, Illinois.
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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