LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsViavi Solutions Inc (VIAV)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.86
-11.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.65B
VIAV
Viavi Solutions Inc
$53.21
+1.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $13.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 1850876% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $1.37B). LPL leads profitability with a -0.3% profit margin vs -4.0%. VIAV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. VIAV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 41/100 (D).
LPL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
VIAV
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 42.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 8.8%
Trading at 14.7x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : VIAV
The strongest argument for VIAV centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 42.8% 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 Operating Margin, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.14 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VIAV
The primary concerns for VIAV are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
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 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
VIAV is growing revenue faster at 42.8% — sustainability is the question.
VIAV generates stronger free cash flow (-32M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VIAV scores higher overall (41/100 vs 32/100) and 42.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
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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