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LG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/04/2025: LPL (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -43.77% | Avg. Invested days 21 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 04/04/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.86B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 3.7 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 3.7 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 201723 | Beta 1.04 | 52 Weeks Range 2.72 - 4.86 | Updated Date 04/6/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.72 - 4.86 | Updated Date 04/6/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.85 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -9.63% | Operating Margin (TTM) 1.06% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -1.02% | Return on Equity (TTM) -28.61% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 9.72 | Enterprise Value 11520376948 | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 11520376948 | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.63 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.35 | Shares Outstanding 1000000000 | Shares Floating 289063934 |
Shares Outstanding 1000000000 | Shares Floating 289063934 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.21 | Percent Institutions 1.55 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating - | Target Price 3.7 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
LG Display Co Ltd
Company Overview
History and Background
LG Display Co Ltd was established in 1999 as a joint venture between LG Electronics and Philips. Over time, it has evolved into a leading innovator in display technologies, specializing in LCD and OLED panels.
Core Business Areas
- Large-Size Displays: Manufactures LCD and OLED panels for TVs, monitors, and public displays.
- Small & Medium-Size Displays: Produces LCD and OLED panels for mobile devices, automotive displays, and wearables.
- Automotive Displays: Develops and sells display solutions for automotive cockpits and information systems.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by a CEO and has a structured organizational hierarchy encompassing various divisions such as R&D, Manufacturing, and Sales & Marketing.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- OLED TV Panels: LG Display is a dominant player in OLED TV panel market. Competitors include Samsung Display. Market share is roughly 60-70% of OLED TV panels.
- LCD Panels: LCD panels for TVs, monitors, and mobile devices. Competitors include BOE, AU Optronics, Innolux. Market share fluctuates based on demand and production capacity.
- Automotive P-OLED: Plastic OLED panels for automobile dashboards. Competitors include Japan Display and Samsung Display, Market share is small but growing rapidly.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The display industry is characterized by rapid technological advancements, intense competition, and cyclical demand. OLED is gaining traction versus LCD
Positioning
LG Display is a leading innovator in OLED technology, giving it a competitive edge in high-end display markets. It is trying to increase its revenue outside of standard LCD panels.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The display market is in the hundreds of billions of dollars annually. LG Display is positioned to benefit from the growing OLED segment, capturing a significant portion of this TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- OLED technology leadership
- Strong R&D capabilities
- Established relationships with major electronics manufacturers
- High production capacity
Weaknesses
- High capital expenditure requirements
- Sensitivity to fluctuations in panel prices
- Dependence on key customers
- Profitability is highly volatile
Opportunities
- Growing demand for OLED displays
- Expanding applications in automotive and VR/AR
- Partnerships and collaborations to develop new display technologies
- Increasing demand for flexible displays
Threats
- Intense competition from Chinese and Taiwanese manufacturers
- Rapid technological changes in the display industry
- Economic downturns affecting consumer spending
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Samsung Display (KRX: 005930)
- BOE (SHE: 000725)
- AU Optronics (TPE: 2409)
Competitive Landscape
LG Display has a competitive advantage in OLED. Competitors have an advantage in LCD due to costs and volume. LG Display is trying to move away from LCDs and focus more on OLEDs.
Major Acquisitions
None
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
- Strategic Rationale: None
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: LG Display's historical growth is tied to demand in display technology and they were one of the first companies to get heavily involved with OLED manufacturing.
Future Projections: Future projections are positive because OLED is expected to be an expanding market for displays and they are the forerunners in OLED manufacturing.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on OLED and Flexible displays
Summary
LG Display is a major player in the display industry, particularly in OLED technology. The company has strong R&D capabilities and established relationships with major electronics manufacturers. However, it faces intense competition and is sensitive to fluctuations in panel prices. Focusing on the higher margin OLED will be essential to future success.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- LG Display official website
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
- Reuters
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About LG Display Co Ltd
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2004-07-23 | CEO, President & Chairman of the Board Mr. Chul-Dong Jeong | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Consumer Electronics | Full time employees - | Website https://www.lgdisplay.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.lgdisplay.com | ||
LG Display Co., Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of thin-film transistor liquid crystal display (TFT-LCD) and organic light emitting diode (OLED) technology-based display panels. Its TFT-LCD and OLED technology-based display panels are primarily used in televisions, notebook computers, desktop monitors, tablet computers, mobile devices, and automotive displays. The company also provides display panels for industrial and other applications, including entertainment systems, portable navigation devices, and medical diagnostic equipment. In addition, it provides janitorial services; invests in venture business and acquire technologies; and manages intellectual property. The company operates in Korea, China, rest of Asia, the Americas, Poland, and rest of Europe. LG Display Co., Ltd. was formerly known as LG.Philips LCD Co., Ltd. and changed its name to LG Display Co., Ltd. in March 2008. The company was incorporated in 1985 and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
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