LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsViavi Solutions Inc (VIAV)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.12
-2.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.12B
VIAV
Viavi Solutions Inc
$45.53
+5.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $11.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 2032447% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $1.24B). LPL leads profitability with a -0.3% profit margin vs -3.4%. VIAV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. VIAV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 39/100 (F).
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
VIAV
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
-44.2%
Fair Value
$18.65
Current Price
$45.53
$26.88 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Revenue surging 36.4% year-over-year
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 12.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 73.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : VIAV
The strongest argument for VIAV centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 36.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.34 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 : VIAV
The primary concerns for VIAV are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while VIAV is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
VIAV is growing revenue faster at 36.4% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VIAV scores higher overall (39/100 vs 36/100) and 36.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" 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.
Viavi Solutions Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Viavi Solutions Inc. provides network testing, monitoring and assurance solutions to communications service providers, enterprises, network equipment manufacturers, government, civil, military and avionics customers worldwide. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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