LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsOtter Tail Corporation (OTTR)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.12
+0.98%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.58B
OTTR
Otter Tail Corporation
$86.55
-0.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 2027579% more annual revenue ($26.44T vs $1.30B). OTTR leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs -1.3%. OTTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.72. OTTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
LPL
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
OTTR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
-92.9%
Fair Value
$44.54
Current Price
$86.55
$42.01 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 76.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : OTTR
The strongest argument for OTTR centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 22.2%.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : OTTR
The primary concerns for OTTR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while OTTR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
LPL is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OTTR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. 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.
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.
Otter Tail Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Otter Tail Corporation is engaged in electrical service, manufacturing and plastic piping businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
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