LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.86
-11.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.65B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$208.02
+0.08%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 885530% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $2.85B). SBAC leads profitability with a 35.7% profit margin vs -0.3%. LPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.56. SBAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
LPL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
SBAC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
+0.8%
Fair Value
$192.43
Current Price
$208.02
$15.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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%
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 14.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.7% and operating margin at 52.4%.
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 : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while SBAC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
SBAC is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
SBAC generates stronger free cash flow (207M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBAC scores higher overall (49/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 35.7% margins. Both earn "Hold" 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.
SBA Communications Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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