LPL Financial Holdings Inc (LPLA)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
LPLA
LPL Financial Holdings Inc
$330.89
-0.85%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $26.53B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$215.97
-0.74%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $22.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LPL Financial Holdings Inc generates 489% more annual revenue ($16.59B vs $2.82B). SBAC leads profitability with a 37.4% profit margin vs 5.2%. LPLA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.45. LPLA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
LPLA
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SBAC
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPLA.
Margin of Safety
+12.1%
Fair Value
$217.30
Current Price
$215.97
$1.33 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 41.8% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Earnings expanding 115.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.6% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.2% margin — thin
3.7% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPLA
The strongest argument for LPLA centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 41.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.4% and operating margin at 52.4%.
Bear Case : LPLA
The primary concerns for LPLA are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPLA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SBAC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SBAC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
LPLA is growing revenue faster at 41.8% — sustainability is the question.
LPLA generates stronger free cash flow (490M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LPLA scores higher overall (66/100 vs 54/100) and 41.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
LPL Financial Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
LPL Financial Holdings Inc., provides an integrated platform of brokerage and investment advisory services to independent financial advisers and financial advisers at financial institutions in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
Visit Website →SBA Communications Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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