Celanese Corporation (CE)vsLsb Industries Inc (LXU)
CE
Celanese Corporation
$51.03
-5.45%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.86B
LXU
Lsb Industries Inc
$12.81
-1.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $876.22M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Celanese Corporation generates 1380% more annual revenue ($9.49B vs $641.26M). LXU leads profitability with a 7.2% profit margin vs -11.6%. LXU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.42. LXU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
CE
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
LXU
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+29.1%
Fair Value
$85.47
Current Price
$51.03
$34.44 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LXU.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 28.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -26.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
7.2% margin — thin
Earnings declined 69.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CE
The strongest argument for CE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : LXU
The strongest argument for LXU centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CE
The primary concerns for CE are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.09 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LXU
The primary concerns for LXU are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CE profiles as a turnaround stock while LXU is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.74 — expect wider price swings.
LXU is growing revenue faster at 18.2% — sustainability is the question.
LXU generates stronger free cash flow (35M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LXU scores higher overall (57/100 vs 47/100) and 18.2% revenue growth. CE offers better value entry with a 29.1% margin of safety. 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.
Celanese Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Celanese Corporation is a Fortune 500 global technology and specialty materials company headquartered in Irving, Texas, United States.
Lsb Industries Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
LSB Industries, Inc. manufactures, markets, and sells chemical products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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