IPG Photonics Corporation (IPGP)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
IPGP
IPG Photonics Corporation
$78.20
+0.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.26B
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 2366209% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $1.07B). IPGP leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs -5.3%. IPGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.83. IPGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
IPGP
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.7%
Fair Value
$98.45
Current Price
$78.20
$20.25 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 1.4% — below average capital efficiency
2.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : IPGP
The strongest argument for IPGP centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : IPGP
The primary concerns for IPGP are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 117.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
IPGP profiles as a value 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.
IPGP is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IPGP scores higher overall (47/100 vs 36/100) and 11.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
IPG Photonics Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
IPG Photonics is a manufacturer of fiber lasers.
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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