Himax Technologies Inc (HIMX)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
HIMX
Himax Technologies Inc
$23.93
+6.84%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.09B
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 3097589% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $816.05M). HIMX leads profitability with a 3.9% profit margin vs -0.3%. HIMX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.49. HIMX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 34/100 (F).
HIMX
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
LPL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.5% — below average capital efficiency
3.9% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 7.5%
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 : HIMX
PEG of 1.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : HIMX
The primary concerns for HIMX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 93.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
HIMX profiles as a value stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
HIMX carries more volatility with a beta of 2.27 — expect wider price swings.
HIMX is growing revenue faster at -7.5% — sustainability is the question.
HIMX generates stronger free cash flow (1M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HIMX scores higher overall (34/100 vs 32/100). Both earn "Avoid" 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.
Himax Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Himax Technologies, Inc., a factory-less semiconductor company, offers display imaging technologies in China, Taiwan, the Philippines, Korea, Japan, Europe, and the United States. The company is headquartered in Tainan City, Taiwan.
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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