LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsMesa Laboratories Inc (MLAB)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.86
-11.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.65B
MLAB
Mesa Laboratories Inc
$104.38
-2.14%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $573.99M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 10146725% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $249.13M). MLAB leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs -0.3%. LPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 32/100 (F).
LPL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
MLAB
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
+64.0%
Fair Value
$253.18
Current Price
$104.38
$148.80 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 8.8%
2.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.6% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : MLAB
MLAB has a balanced fundamental profile.
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.
Bear Case : MLAB
The primary concerns for MLAB are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 85.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while MLAB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
MLAB is growing revenue faster at 2.6% — sustainability is the question.
MLAB generates stronger free cash flow (11M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LPL scores higher overall (32/100 vs 30/100). MLAB offers better value entry with a 64.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Avoid" 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.
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.
Mesa Laboratories Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Mesa Laboratories, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets quality control instruments and disposable products in the United States, Europe, Asia, North America, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado.
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