LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsScanSource Inc (SCSC)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$3.04
+4.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.04B
SCSC
ScanSource Inc
$57.75
+0.80%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 784259% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $3.23B). SCSC leads profitability with a 2.4% profit margin vs -5.3%. SCSC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. SCSC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
LPL
Hold36
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
+8.4%
Fair Value
$37.84
Current Price
$57.75
$19.91 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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
17.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 41.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 76.3%
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, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 17.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.79 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : 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 36/100) and 17.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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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