LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsNorthern Technologies (NTIC)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
NTIC
Northern Technologies
$8.60
+2.38%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $79.73M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 34878% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $86.20M). NTIC leads profitability with a -0.4% profit margin vs -2.5%. NTIC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. NTIC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
NTIC
Hold44
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 57.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : NTIC
The strongest argument for NTIC centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NTIC
The primary concerns for NTIC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
NTIC is growing revenue faster at 9.2% — 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
NTIC scores higher overall (44/100 vs 42/100). 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.
Northern Technologies
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Northern Technologies International Corporation develops and markets products and services that inhibit rust and corrosion in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Circle Pines, Minnesota.
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