LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsUpbound Group Inc. (UPBD)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$2.57
-3.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.59B
UPBD
Upbound Group Inc.
$23.88
-5.50%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 520958% more annual revenue ($24.62T vs $4.73B). UPBD leads profitability with a 2.4% profit margin vs -2.3%. 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
+33.7%
Fair Value
$29.86
Current Price
$23.88
$5.98 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 163.6% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 4.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.8%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : UPBD
The strongest argument for UPBD centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. 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.
Bear Case : UPBD
The primary concerns for UPBD are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.17 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.4% 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 1.78 — expect wider price swings.
UPBD is growing revenue faster at -1.6% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), 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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