LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsPhotronics Inc (PLAB)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.12
-2.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.12B
PLAB
Photronics Inc
$49.48
+3.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 2931719% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $862.22M). PLAB leads profitability with a 15.8% profit margin vs -0.3%. PLAB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.64. PLAB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
PLAB
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
-47.4%
Fair Value
$25.85
Current Price
$49.48
$23.63 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.4%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : PLAB
The strongest argument for PLAB centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.8% and operating margin at 24.4%.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : PLAB
The primary concerns for PLAB are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while PLAB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLAB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
PLAB is growing revenue faster at 6.1% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLAB scores higher overall (61/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 15.8% 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.
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.
Photronics Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Photronics, Inc. manufactures and sells photomask products and services in the United States, Taiwan, Korea, Europe, China, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Brookfield, Connecticut.
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