Gen Digital Inc. (GEN)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
GEN
Gen Digital Inc.
$30.26
+0.98%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $17.84B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$3.31
+5.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 498106% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $5.08B). GEN leads profitability with a 20.7% profit margin vs -5.3%. GEN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.54. GEN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
GEN
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.8%
Fair Value
$18.58
Current Price
$30.26
$11.68 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.5%
Earnings expanding 64.0% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
0.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 76.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GEN
The strongest argument for GEN centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.7% and operating margin at 35.5%.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : GEN
The primary concerns for GEN are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.08 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GEN profiles as a mature stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
GEN is growing revenue faster at 6.3% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GEN scores higher overall (74/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 20.7% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Gen Digital Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Gen Digital Inc. provides cybersecurity solutions for consumers in the United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, and Japan. The company is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona.
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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