Axalta Coating Systems Ltd (AXTA)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
AXTA
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd
$27.66
+2.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.74B
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 489% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $5.12B). AXTA leads profitability with a 7.4% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. AXTA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
AXTA
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-183.8%
Fair Value
$11.83
Current Price
$27.66
$15.83 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
7.4% margin — thin
Revenue declined 3.7%
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AXTA
The strongest argument for AXTA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
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 : AXTA
The primary concerns for AXTA are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AXTA profiles as a value stock while LYB is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
AXTA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
AXTA is growing revenue faster at -3.7% — sustainability is the question.
AXTA generates stronger free cash flow (285M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AXTA scores higher overall (51/100 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.
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. manufactures, markets and distributes high performance coating systems in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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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