LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)vsUnited Microelectronics (UMC)
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$3.31
+5.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.26B
UMC
United Microelectronics
$22.64
+2.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $56.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 9993% more annual revenue ($25.30T vs $250.71B). UMC leads profitability with a 33.3% profit margin vs -5.3%. UMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.15. UMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
LPL
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
UMC
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Margin of Safety
+11.2%
Fair Value
$25.50
Current Price
$22.64
$2.86 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 691.0B in free cash flow
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 374.6% YoY
Generating 24.2B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Areas to Watch
0.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -1.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 76.3%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : UMC
The strongest argument for UMC centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.3% and operating margin at 21.7%. Revenue growth of 17.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : UMC
The primary concerns for UMC are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LPL profiles as a turnaround stock while UMC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
UMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.70 — expect wider price swings.
UMC is growing revenue faster at 17.0% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (691.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UMC scores higher overall (77/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 33.3% margins and 17.0% 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.
United Microelectronics
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
United Microelectronics Corporation is a semiconductor wafer foundry in Taiwan, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, Japan, the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hsinchu City, Taiwan.
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