LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsMercer International Inc (MERC)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$73.29
+2.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.66B
MERC
Mercer International Inc
$1.12
+4.67%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $75.02M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 1514% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $1.87B). LYB leads profitability with a -2.5% profit margin vs -26.7%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. LYB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 40/100 (D).
LYB
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
MERC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.7%
Fair Value
$89.68
Current Price
$73.29
$16.39 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MERC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -200.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 8.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : MERC
The strongest argument for MERC centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : MERC
The primary concerns for MERC are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MERC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
MERC is growing revenue faster at -8.0% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LYB scores higher overall (40/100 vs 33/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
Mercer International Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · PAPER & PAPER PRODUCTS · USA
Mercer International Inc., manufactures and sells Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft Pulp (NBSK) in Europe, the United States, Asia and internationally. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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