LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsWorthington Steel Inc (WS)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$73.29
+2.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.66B
WS
Worthington Steel Inc
$36.40
-3.37%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 801% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $3.35B). WS leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs -2.5%. WS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
LYB
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
WS
Hold46
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
+71.5%
Fair Value
$169.99
Current Price
$36.40
$133.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.8%
Earnings declined 25.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : WS
The strongest argument for WS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WS
The primary concerns for WS are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while WS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WS carries more volatility with a beta of 2.02 — expect wider price swings.
WS is growing revenue faster at 12.0% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WS scores higher overall (46/100 vs 40/100) and 12.0% revenue growth. 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.
Worthington Steel Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Worthington Steel, Inc. is a steel processor in North America. The company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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