LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsSimpson Manufacturing Company Inc (SSD)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$73.29
+2.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.66B
SSD
Simpson Manufacturing Company Inc
$188.70
-1.25%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 1166% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $2.38B). SSD leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. SSD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LYB
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
SSD
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.7%
Fair Value
$89.68
Current Price
$73.29
$16.39 discount
Margin of Safety
-38.0%
Fair Value
$149.18
Current Price
$188.70
$39.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SSD
SSD has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SSD
The primary concerns for SSD are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while SSD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SSD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
SSD is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SSD scores higher overall (56/100 vs 40/100). LYB offers better value entry with a 33.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" 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.
Simpson Manufacturing Company Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · LUMBER & WOOD PRODUCTION · USA
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. designs, designs, manufactures and sells products for the construction of wooden and concrete buildings. The company is headquartered in Pleasanton, California.
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