LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsPlexus Corp (PLXS)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$3.31
+5.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.26B
PLXS
Plexus Corp
$255.34
+3.40%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $6.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 550373% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $4.60B). PLXS leads profitability with a 4.0% profit margin vs -5.3%. PLXS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.09. PLXS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
PLXS
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 28.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
0.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 76.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : PLXS
The strongest argument for PLXS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : PLXS
The primary concerns for PLXS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while PLXS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
PLXS is growing revenue faster at 28.1% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLXS scores higher overall (48/100 vs 36/100) and 28.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Plexus Corp
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Plexus Corp. The company is headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin.
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