IDEXX Laboratories Inc (IDXX)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
IDXX
IDEXX Laboratories Inc
$575.72
+0.97%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $45.53B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.12
+0.98%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 614304% more annual revenue ($26.44T vs $4.30B). IDXX leads profitability with a 24.6% profit margin vs -1.3%. IDXX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.97. IDXX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
IDXX
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
LPL
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.2%
Fair Value
$462.85
Current Price
$575.72
$112.87 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 66 in profit
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.8%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 28.6x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 76.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IDXX
The strongest argument for IDXX centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.6% and operating margin at 29.8%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : IDXX
The primary concerns for IDXX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 43.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IDXX profiles as a mature stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
IDXX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.70 — expect wider price swings.
IDXX is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IDXX scores higher overall (61/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 24.6% margins and 14.3% 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.
IDEXX Laboratories Inc
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. is an American multinational corporation engaged in the development, manufacture, and distribution of products and services for the companion animal veterinary, livestock and poultry, water testing, and dairy markets.
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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