LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsScanSource Inc (SCSC)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$2.54
+2.01%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.79B
SCSC
ScanSource Inc
$42.78
-5.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 763182% more annual revenue ($24.62T vs $3.23B). SCSC leads profitability with a 2.4% profit margin vs -2.3%. SCSC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. SCSC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
LPL
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
SCSC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$38.10
Current Price
$42.78
$4.68 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
17.3% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 4.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.8%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : SCSC
The strongest argument for SCSC centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 17.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.83 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Operating Margin, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SCSC
The primary concerns for SCSC are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 2.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while SCSC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
SCSC is growing revenue faster at 17.3% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCSC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 35/100) and 17.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
ScanSource Inc
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER DISTRIBUTION · USA
ScanSource, Inc. distributes technology products and solutions in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina.
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