ExlService Holdings Inc (EXLS)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
EXLS
ExlService Holdings Inc
$29.38
+0.87%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.41B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.86
-11.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 1171836% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $2.16B). EXLS leads profitability with a 11.7% profit margin vs -0.3%. EXLS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. EXLS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
EXLS
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
LPL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+69.9%
Fair Value
$95.75
Current Price
$29.38
$66.37 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : EXLS
The strongest argument for EXLS centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : EXLS
The primary concerns for EXLS are Free Cash Flow.
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
EXLS 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.
EXLS is growing revenue faster at 13.8% — sustainability is the question.
EXLS generates stronger free cash flow (-11M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EXLS scores higher overall (65/100 vs 32/100) and 13.8% 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.
ExlService Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
ExlService Holdings, Inc. provides operations management and analysis services in the United States, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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