LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsMonster Beverage Corp (MNST)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
MNST
Monster Beverage Corp
$73.21
+0.29%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $71.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 264% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $8.29B). MNST leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. MNST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
MNST
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
+11.0%
Fair Value
$90.79
Current Price
$73.21
$17.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 31.3%
Earnings expanding 66.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.7x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MNST
The strongest argument for MNST centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 31.3%. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MNST
The primary concerns for MNST are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while MNST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
MNST is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
MNST generates stronger free cash flow (351M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MNST scores higher overall (68/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 23.0% margins and 17.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Monster Beverage Corp
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
Monster Beverage Corporation is an American beverage company that manufactures energy drinks including Monster Energy, Relentless and Burn.
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