LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$67.13
-0.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $20.68B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$193.91
-0.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $169.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 98% more annual revenue ($31.19B vs $15.79B). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs -1.1%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
LYB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-7.3%
Fair Value
$55.40
Current Price
$67.13
$11.73 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCCO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 396.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.8% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 61.2%
Revenue surging 40.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.9% and operating margin at 61.2%. Revenue growth of 40.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 40.6% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LYB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 65/100) and 19.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Strong Buy" 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.
Southern Copper Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Southern Copper Corporation is engaged in the extraction, exploration, smelting and refining of copper and other minerals in Peru, Mexico, Argentina, Ecuador and Chile.
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