LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsPTC Inc (PTC)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.86
-11.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.65B
PTC
PTC Inc
$137.00
-1.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $13.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 843128% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $3.00B). PTC leads profitability with a 41.6% profit margin vs -0.3%. PTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.93. PTC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
LPL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
PTC
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
-68.9%
Fair Value
$92.13
Current Price
$137.00
$44.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.6%
Earnings expanding 268.9% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
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%
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PTC
The strongest argument for PTC centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.6% and operating margin at 41.6%. Revenue growth of 21.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : PTC
No major red flags identified for PTC, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while PTC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
PTC is growing revenue faster at 21.7% — sustainability is the question.
PTC generates stronger free cash flow (318M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PTC scores higher overall (82/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 41.6% margins and 21.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" 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.
PTC Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
PTC Inc. is an American computer software and services company founded in 1985 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
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