LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$73.29
+2.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.66B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$301.74
+1.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $38.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 280% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $7.94B). VMC leads profitability with a 13.6% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. VMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
LYB
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
VMC
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
-70.7%
Fair Value
$187.32
Current Price
$301.74
$114.42 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%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 13.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : VMC
VMC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while VMC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
VMC is growing revenue faster at 3.2% — sustainability is the question.
VMC generates stronger free cash flow (358M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VMC scores higher overall (45/100 vs 40/100). LYB offers better value entry with a 33.7% margin of safety. 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.
Vulcan Materials Company
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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