Core Molding Technologies Inc (CMT)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
CMT
Core Molding Technologies Inc
$21.06
-3.04%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $177.19M
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 10913% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $273.80M). CMT leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs -2.5%. CMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.36. CMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CMT
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-128.7%
Fair Value
$8.77
Current Price
$21.06
$12.29 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
19.5% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 5.0%
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMT
The strongest argument for CMT centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.36 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 : CMT
The primary concerns for CMT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMT profiles as a growth stock while LYB is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
CMT is growing revenue faster at 19.5% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CMT scores higher overall (54/100 vs 42/100) and 19.5% revenue growth. 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.
Core Molding Technologies Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Core Molding Technologies, Inc., is dedicated to the molding of thermoplastic and thermoset structural products. The company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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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