LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsNXP Semiconductors NV (NXPI)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.86
-11.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.65B
NXPI
NXP Semiconductors NV
$322.22
+3.61%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $81.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 200287% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $12.62B). NXPI leads profitability with a 21.0% profit margin vs -0.3%. NXPI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. NXPI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
LPL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
NXPI
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 130.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 27.7%
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 8.8%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : NXPI
The strongest argument for NXPI centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.0% and operating margin at 27.7%. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Operating Margin, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.14 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NXPI
The primary concerns for NXPI are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while NXPI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NXPI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.78 — expect wider price swings.
NXPI is growing revenue faster at 12.2% — sustainability is the question.
NXPI generates stronger free cash flow (714M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NXPI scores higher overall (76/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 21.0% margins and 12.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
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.
NXP Semiconductors NV
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a Dutch semiconductor manufacturer with headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
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