LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsUpbound Group Inc. (UPBD)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.39
+1.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.32B
UPBD
Upbound Group Inc.
$18.78
+0.11%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.09B
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
Avoid33
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
+77.3%
Fair Value
$87.47
Current Price
$18.78
$68.69 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 45.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
1.8% margin — thin
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 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 P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : UPBD
The primary concerns for UPBD are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. 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 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
UPBD is growing revenue faster at 3.7% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UPBD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 33/100). 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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