EPAM Systems Inc (EPAM)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
EPAM
EPAM Systems Inc
$98.04
+0.46%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.98B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.14
-11.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 454929% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $5.56B). EPAM leads profitability with a 7.0% profit margin vs -0.3%. EPAM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.49. EPAM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
EPAM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
LPL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.9%
Fair Value
$348.41
Current Price
$98.04
$250.37 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
7.0% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : EPAM
The strongest argument for EPAM centers on PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : EPAM
The primary concerns for EPAM are Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow.
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
EPAM profiles as a value stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPAM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
EPAM is growing revenue faster at 7.6% — sustainability is the question.
EPAM generates stronger free cash flow (-54M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPAM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 32/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
EPAM Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
EPAM Systems, Inc. provides digital platform engineering and software development services in North America, Europe, Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Georgia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, and Australia. The company is headquartered in Newtown, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →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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