LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsScanSource Inc (SCSC)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$3.30
+1.85%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.00B
SCSC
ScanSource Inc
$54.95
-3.49%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 819900% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $3.09B). SCSC leads profitability with a 2.4% profit margin vs -5.4%. SCSC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. SCSC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
SCSC
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
+2.8%
Fair Value
$35.66
Current Price
$54.95
$19.29 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
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 3.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SCSC
The strongest argument for SCSC centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.87 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.
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 value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCSC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
SCSC is growing revenue faster at 8.8% — sustainability is the question.
SCSC generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCSC scores higher overall (58/100 vs 36/100). Both earn "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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