Hudson Technologies Inc (HDSN)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
HDSN
Hudson Technologies Inc
$6.22
+1.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $249.85M
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 12127% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $246.61M). HDSN leads profitability with a 6.8% profit margin vs -2.5%. HDSN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.29. HDSN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
HDSN
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.5%
Fair Value
$17.32
Current Price
$6.22
$11.10 discount
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
Earnings expanding 58.8% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 28.2% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
6.8% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HDSN
The strongest argument for HDSN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 28.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.29 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 : HDSN
The primary concerns for HDSN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HDSN profiles as a growth stock while LYB is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
HDSN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
HDSN is growing revenue faster at 28.2% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HDSN scores higher overall (65/100 vs 42/100) and 28.2% 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.
Hudson Technologies Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Hudson Technologies, Inc., a refrigerant services company, provides solutions to recurring problems within the refrigeration industry primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Pearl River, New York.
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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