LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsUpbound Group Inc. (UPBD)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$3.84
-11.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.96B
UPBD
Upbound Group Inc.
$19.84
+0.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 533385% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $4.74B). UPBD leads profitability with a 1.8% profit margin vs -0.3%. UPBD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. UPBD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
LPL
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
UPBD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
+35.5%
Fair Value
$30.71
Current Price
$19.84
$10.87 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 45.2% YoY
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%
3.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
1.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : UPBD
The strongest argument for UPBD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : UPBD
The primary concerns for UPBD are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.41 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 1.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while UPBD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UPBD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
UPBD is growing revenue faster at 3.7% — sustainability is the question.
UPBD generates stronger free cash flow (155M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UPBD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 35/100). 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.
Upbound Group Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Upbound Group, Inc., an omni-channel platform company, leases household durable goods to customers on a lease-to-own basis in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Plano, Texas.
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