IQVIA Holdings Inc (IQV)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
IQV
IQVIA Holdings Inc
$165.64
-0.27%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $28.11B
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 162022% more annual revenue ($26.44T vs $16.31B). IQV leads profitability with a 8.3% profit margin vs -1.3%. IQV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. IQV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
IQV
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
LPL
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+49.1%
Fair Value
$348.46
Current Price
$165.64
$182.82 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 23.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : IQV
The strongest argument for IQV centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.97 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 : IQV
The primary concerns for IQV are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IQV profiles as a value stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
IQV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
IQV is growing revenue faster at 10.3% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IQV scores higher overall (72/100 vs 38/100) and 10.3% revenue growth. 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.
IQVIA Holdings Inc
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
IQVIA, formerly Quintiles and IMS Health, Inc., is an American multinational company serving the combined industries of health information technology and clinical research. It is a provider of biopharmaceutical development and commercial outsourcing services, focused primarily on Phase I-IV clinical trials and associated laboratory and analytical services, including consulting services.
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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