LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsToast Inc (TOST)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.86
-11.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.65B
TOST
Toast Inc
$24.64
-2.30%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $14.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 392062% more annual revenue ($25.28T vs $6.45B). TOST leads profitability with a 6.4% profit margin vs -0.3%. TOST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.24. TOST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
LPL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
TOST
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
-8.6%
Fair Value
$25.81
Current Price
$24.64
$1.17 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 123.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
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%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
6.4% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : TOST
The strongest argument for TOST centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.24 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. Debt-to-equity of 2.14 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TOST
The primary concerns for TOST are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while TOST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TOST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.76 — expect wider price swings.
TOST is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
TOST generates stronger free cash flow (115M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TOST scores higher overall (67/100 vs 32/100) and 21.9% 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.
Toast Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Toast, Inc. operates a cloud-based technology platform for the restaurant industry in the United States and Ireland. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
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