Garmin Ltd (GRMN)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
GRMN
Garmin Ltd
$282.67
+3.85%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $54.51B
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 329745% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $7.67B). GRMN leads profitability with a 24.5% profit margin vs -5.3%. GRMN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.89. GRMN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GRMN
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.9%
Fair Value
$142.53
Current Price
$282.67
$140.14 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.4%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : GRMN
The strongest argument for GRMN centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.5% and operating margin at 30.4%. Revenue growth of 11.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : GRMN
The primary concerns for GRMN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
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
GRMN 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.
GRMN is growing revenue faster at 11.4% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GRMN scores higher overall (69/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 24.5% margins and 11.4% revenue growth. 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.
Garmin Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Garmin Ltd. is an American multinational technology company with headquarters in Olathe, Kansas.
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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