Calix Inc (CALX)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
CALX
Calix Inc
$35.24
+0.89%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.17B
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 2277070% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $1.11B). CALX leads profitability with a 4.6% profit margin vs -5.3%. CALX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.34. CALX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D).
CALX
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.2%
Fair Value
$39.85
Current Price
$35.24
$4.61 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 21.3% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.6% — below average capital efficiency
4.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : CALX
The strongest argument for CALX centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CALX
The primary concerns for CALX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 45.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
CALX profiles as a growth 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.
CALX is growing revenue faster at 21.3% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CALX scores higher overall (45/100 vs 36/100) and 21.3% 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.
Calix Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Calix, Inc. provides cloud and software platforms and systems and services in the United States, the Middle East, Canada, Europe, the Caribbean, and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Jose, 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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