LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsMinerals Technologies Inc (MTX)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
MTX
Minerals Technologies Inc
$70.18
+3.45%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 1355% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $2.07B). LYB leads profitability with a -2.5% profit margin vs -89.0%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. MTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
MTX
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 30.0% year-over-year
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
ROE of -79.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 28.8%
Currently unprofitable
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 : MTX
The strongest argument for MTX centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 30.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MTX
The primary concerns for MTX are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while MTX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
MTX is growing revenue faster at 30.0% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MTX scores higher overall (43/100 vs 42/100) and 30.0% 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.
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.
Minerals Technologies Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Minerals Technologies Inc. develops, produces and markets a variety of specialty mineral, synthetic mineral and mineral products, and supporting systems and services. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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