First Solar Inc (FSLR)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
FSLR
First Solar Inc
$209.03
+0.90%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $22.92B
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 470401% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $5.38B). FSLR leads profitability with a 32.5% profit margin vs -5.3%. FSLR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. FSLR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
FSLR
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+18.2%
Fair Value
$248.36
Current Price
$209.03
$39.33 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.6%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 3.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : FSLR
The strongest argument for FSLR centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.5% and operating margin at 42.6%. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : FSLR
The primary concerns for FSLR are Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
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
FSLR profiles as a declining stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSLR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.73 — expect wider price swings.
LPL is growing revenue faster at 0.4% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSLR scores higher overall (72/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 32.5% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
First Solar Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
First Solar, Inc. offers solar photovoltaic (PV) solutions in the United States, Japan, France, Canada, India, Australia, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona.
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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