Harmonic Inc (HLIT)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
HLIT
Harmonic Inc
$11.43
+10.76%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.12B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.12
-2.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 7011598% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $360.52M). LPL leads profitability with a -0.3% profit margin vs -12.0%. HLIT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.84. LPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 36/100 (F).
HLIT
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.5%
Fair Value
$8.17
Current Price
$11.43
$3.26 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.3% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 3.8%
Moderate valuation
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HLIT
HLIT has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : HLIT
The primary concerns for HLIT are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 1032.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
LPL is growing revenue faster at -8.8% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LPL scores higher overall (36/100 vs 34/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Harmonic Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Harmonic Inc. provides global video delivery software, products, system solutions and services. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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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