Cirrus Logic Inc (CRUS)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
CRUS
Cirrus Logic Inc
$164.40
-6.39%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $8.28B
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 1265498% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $2.00B). CRUS leads profitability with a 20.7% profit margin vs -0.3%. LPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.56. CRUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CRUS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
LPL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-78.4%
Fair Value
$79.14
Current Price
$164.40
$85.26 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
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
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 : CRUS
The strongest argument for CRUS centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.7% and operating margin at 20.1%.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CRUS
The primary concerns for CRUS are PEG Ratio.
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
CRUS profiles as a mature 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.
CRUS is growing revenue faster at 5.7% — sustainability is the question.
CRUS generates stronger free cash flow (149M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CRUS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 20.7% margins. Both earn "Buy" 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.
Cirrus Logic Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Cirrus Logic, Inc., a factory-less semiconductor company, offers high-precision, low-power mixed signal processing solutions in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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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