Bentley Systems Inc (BSY)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
BSY
Bentley Systems Inc
$30.97
-0.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $9.92B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$3.31
+5.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 1579380% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $1.60B). BSY leads profitability with a 18.1% profit margin vs -5.3%. BSY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.30. BSY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
BSY
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+22.4%
Fair Value
$43.71
Current Price
$30.97
$12.74 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 25.0%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 76.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BSY
The strongest argument for BSY centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.1% and operating margin at 25.0%. Revenue growth of 12.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : BSY
The primary concerns for BSY are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BSY profiles as a mature stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
BSY is growing revenue faster at 12.8% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BSY scores higher overall (64/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 18.1% margins and 12.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" 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.
Bentley Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Bentley Systems, Incorporated, provides infrastructure engineering software solutions in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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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