LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsVertex (VERX)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.39
+1.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.32B
VERX
Vertex
$14.93
+1.77%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 3377412% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $748.44M). VERX leads profitability with a 1.0% profit margin vs -0.3%. LPL trades at a lower P/E of 28.8x. LPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 33/100 (F).
LPL
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
VERX
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
+69.1%
Fair Value
$41.54
Current Price
$14.93
$26.61 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.2x book value
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
1.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : VERX
VERX has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : VERX
The primary concerns for VERX are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 366.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while VERX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
VERX is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LPL scores higher overall (33/100 vs 31/100). VERX offers better value entry with a 69.1% 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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