LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsAT&T Inc. (T)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.39
+1.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.32B
T
AT&T Inc.
$25.16
-0.40%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $175.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 19879% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $126.53B). T leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs -0.3%. T appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.81. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
LPL
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
T
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
+21.5%
Fair Value
$32.17
Current Price
$25.16
$7.01 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.7%
Generating 2.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Earnings declined 11.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : T
The strongest argument for T centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 22.7%.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while T is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
T is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
T scores higher overall (64/100 vs 33/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins. Both earn "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.
AT&T Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
AT&T Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate holding company, Delaware-registered but headquartered at Whitacre Tower in Downtown Dallas, Texas. It is the world largest telecommunications company, and the second largest provider of mobile telephone services.
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