LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsNasdaq Inc (NDAQ)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.12
+0.98%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.58B
NDAQ
Nasdaq Inc
$83.74
-0.64%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $49.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 503655% more annual revenue ($26.44T vs $5.25B). NDAQ leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs -1.3%. NDAQ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.10. NDAQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
LPL
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
NDAQ
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
+44.4%
Fair Value
$144.61
Current Price
$83.74
$60.87 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.6%
Earnings expanding 47.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 76.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : NDAQ
The strongest argument for NDAQ centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 47.6%. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : NDAQ
The primary concerns for NDAQ are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while NDAQ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
NDAQ is growing revenue faster at 13.4% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NDAQ scores higher overall (69/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 34.1% margins and 13.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Nasdaq Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Nasdaq, Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation that owns and operates stock exchanges in the United States and Europe. It is headquartered in New York City.
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