LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsQnity Electronics, Inc (Q)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
Q
Qnity Electronics, Inc
$120.26
+1.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $24.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 534% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $4.75B). Q leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. Q earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Q
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
-410.3%
Fair Value
$22.44
Current Price
$120.26
$97.82 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
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
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 52.8%
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 : Q
The strongest argument for Q centers on Operating Margin.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : Q
The primary concerns for Q are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while Q is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
Q is growing revenue faster at 8.1% — sustainability is the question.
Q generates stronger free cash flow (420M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
Q 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.
Qnity Electronics, Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
IQVIA Holdings Inc. provides integrated information and technology-enabled healthcare services in the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina.
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