LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsVertex (VERX)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$2.57
-3.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.59B
VERX
Vertex
$17.75
-0.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 3045150% more annual revenue ($24.62T vs $808.60M). LPL leads profitability with a -2.3% profit margin vs -5.8%. LPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 35/100 (F).
LPL
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
VERX
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
+55.9%
Fair Value
$29.07
Current Price
$17.75
$11.32 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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%
Trading at 15.3x book value
Operating margin of 3.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.6% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : VERX
The strongest argument for VERX centers on Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Operating Margin, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : VERX
The primary concerns for VERX are Price/Book, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
VERX is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor CONSUMER ELECTRONICS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LPL scores higher overall (35/100 vs 30/100). VERX offers better value entry with a 55.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Avoid" 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.
Vertex
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Vertex, Inc. provides tax technology solutions for corporations in the retail, communications, leasing, and manufacturing industries in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
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