Daily Journal Corp (DJCO)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
DJCO
Daily Journal Corp
$528.76
-0.15%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $734.15M
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 28233627% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $89.53M). DJCO leads profitability with a 104.2% profit margin vs -0.3%. DJCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.32. DJCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
DJCO
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-71.7%
Fair Value
$325.08
Current Price
$528.76
$203.68 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 104 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 57.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
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 : DJCO
The strongest argument for DJCO centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 104.2% and operating margin at 5.5%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : DJCO
The primary concerns for DJCO 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
DJCO 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.
DJCO is growing revenue faster at 10.4% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DJCO scores higher overall (64/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 104.2% margins and 10.4% 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.
Daily Journal Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Daily Journal Corporation publishes newspapers and websites covering California, Arizona, and Utah. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, 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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