Ashland Global Holdings Inc (ASH)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
ASH
Ashland Global Holdings Inc
$53.61
+5.51%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.45B
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 1571% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $1.80B). LYB leads profitability with a -2.5% profit margin vs -38.3%. ASH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. ASH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
ASH
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 104.0%
Earnings expanding 135.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of -30.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.7%
Currently unprofitable
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASH
The strongest argument for ASH centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.23 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ASH
The primary concerns for ASH are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
ASH is growing revenue faster at -4.7% — sustainability is the question.
ASH generates stronger free cash flow (111M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ASH scores higher overall (52/100 vs 42/100). 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.
Ashland Global Holdings Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Ashland Global Holdings Inc. offers specialized chemical solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Covington, Kentucky.
LyondellBasell Industries NV
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE: LYB) is a Dutch-domiciled multinational chemical company with American and British roots, incorporated in the Netherlands, with U.S. operations headquarters in Houston, Texas, and offices in London, UK. The company is the largest licensor of polyethylene and polypropylene technologies. It also produces ethylene, propylene, polyolefins, and oxyfuels.
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