Humana Inc (HUM)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
HUM
Humana Inc
$246.33
+2.84%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $28.05B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.54
+2.02%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 18325% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $137.20B). HUM leads profitability with a 0.8% profit margin vs -0.3%. HUM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. HUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
HUM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+81.0%
Fair Value
$1141.73
Current Price
$246.33
$895.40 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Earnings declined 4.6%
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 : HUM
The strongest argument for HUM centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.33 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 : HUM
The primary concerns for HUM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HUM profiles as a growth stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
HUM is growing revenue faster at 23.5% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HUM scores higher overall (59/100 vs 36/100) and 23.5% revenue growth. 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.
Humana Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Humana Inc. is a for-profit American health insurance company based in Louisville, Kentucky.
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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