Fortive Corp (FTV)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
FTV
Fortive Corp
$53.92
-1.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $17.13B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$3.89
+1.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 635665% more annual revenue ($26.44T vs $4.16B). FTV leads profitability with a 13.9% profit margin vs -1.3%. FTV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. FTV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
FTV
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
LPL
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-443.1%
Fair Value
$10.81
Current Price
$53.92
$43.11 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.6% revenue growth
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 2.6%
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 76.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTV
The strongest argument for FTV centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : FTV
The primary concerns for FTV are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTV profiles as a value stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
FTV is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTV scores higher overall (54/100 vs 38/100). 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.
Fortive Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Fortive is an American diversified industrial technology conglomerate company headquartered in Everett, Washington.
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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