Cantaloupe Inc (CTLP)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
CTLP
Cantaloupe Inc
$10.92
+0.46%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $795.44M
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.12
-2.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 7960343% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $317.56M). CTLP leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs -0.3%. LPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.56. CTLP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CTLP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+80.8%
Fair Value
$54.52
Current Price
$10.92
$43.60 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 201.7% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTLP
The strongest argument for CTLP centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 6.9%.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CTLP
The primary concerns for CTLP are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTLP profiles as a mature stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
CTLP is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTLP scores higher overall (59/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins. 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.
Cantaloupe Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Cantaloupe, Inc., a software and payments company, provides technology solutions for the underserved retail market. The company is headquartered in Malvern, 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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