Flexible Solutions International Inc (FSI)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
FSI
Flexible Solutions International Inc
$5.30
+1.05%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.53M
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 78091% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $38.56M). FSI leads profitability with a 5.0% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. FSI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
FSI
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.8%
Fair Value
$6.55
Current Price
$5.29
$1.25 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 50.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSI
The strongest argument for FSI centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 13.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : FSI
The primary concerns for FSI are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSI profiles as a value stock while LYB is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — expect wider price swings.
FSI is growing revenue faster at 13.3% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSI scores higher overall (50/100 vs 42/100) and 13.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Flexible Solutions International Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Flexible Solutions International, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets specialty chemicals that slow the evaporation of water in Canada, the United States, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Taber, Canada.
Visit Website →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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