Blackline Inc (BL)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
BL
Blackline Inc
$28.66
-0.17%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.69B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.86
-11.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 3527249% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $716.65M). BL leads profitability with a 3.7% profit margin vs -0.3%. BL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.54. BL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
BL
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
LPL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+51.8%
Fair Value
$86.84
Current Price
$28.66
$58.18 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 37.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 8.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BL
The strongest argument for BL centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : BL
The primary concerns for BL are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 68.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.25 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BL profiles as a value stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
BL is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
BL generates stronger free cash flow (44M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BL scores higher overall (43/100 vs 32/100). 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.
Blackline Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
BlackLine, Inc. offers cloud-based solutions to automate and streamline accounting and finance operations in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Woodland Hills, California.
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.
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