Dow Inc (DOW)vsLsb Industries Inc (LXU)
DOW
Dow Inc
$34.13
+1.04%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $20.20B
LXU
Lsb Industries Inc
$11.12
+8.07%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $712.05M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dow Inc generates 6179% more annual revenue ($41.32B vs $658.06M). LXU leads profitability with a 5.6% profit margin vs -3.1%. LXU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.42. LXU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
DOW
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
LXU
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-18.5%
Fair Value
$28.70
Current Price
$34.13
$5.43 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LXU.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.7% revenue growth
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 73.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
5.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DOW
The strongest argument for DOW centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LXU
The strongest argument for LXU centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DOW
The primary concerns for DOW are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LXU
The primary concerns for LXU are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DOW profiles as a growth stock while LXU is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LXU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.44 — expect wider price swings.
DOW is growing revenue faster at 19.7% — sustainability is the question.
DOW generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LXU scores higher overall (54/100 vs 49/100) and 11.1% 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.
Dow Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Dow Inc. is an American commodity chemical company. The company is headquartered in Midland, Michigan.
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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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