InterDigital Inc (IDCC)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
IDCC
InterDigital Inc
$333.76
+2.16%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $8.34B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$3.04
0.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 3209026% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $788.50M). IDCC leads profitability with a 38.3% profit margin vs -5.3%. IDCC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. IDCC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
IDCC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 53.5%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 13.4%
Earnings declined 36.4%
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 : IDCC
The strongest argument for IDCC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.3% and operating margin at 53.5%. PEG of 1.32 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 : IDCC
The primary concerns for IDCC are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
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
IDCC profiles as a declining stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
IDCC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
LPL is growing revenue faster at 0.4% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IDCC scores higher overall (56/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 38.3% margins. 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.
InterDigital Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
InterDigital, Inc. designs and develops technologies that enable and enhance wireless communications in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
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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