LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsOil-Dri Corporation Of America (ODC)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
ODC
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
$62.53
+1.08%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $895.73M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 6196% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $478.94M). ODC leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. ODC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
ODC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
-168.8%
Fair Value
$24.62
Current Price
$62.53
$37.91 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
0.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.1%
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 : ODC
The strongest argument for ODC centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ODC
The primary concerns for ODC are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while ODC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ODC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
ODC is growing revenue faster at 0.7% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ODC scores higher overall (49/100 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.
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Oil-Dri Corporation of America, develops, manufactures and markets absorbent products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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