Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
APD
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
$291.43
-1.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.61B
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$63.69
-0.95%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $20.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 148% more annual revenue ($31.19B vs $12.60B). APD leads profitability with a -0.4% profit margin vs -1.1%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. LYB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
APD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
LYB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APD.
Margin of Safety
-7.3%
Fair Value
$55.45
Current Price
$63.69
$8.24 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Earnings expanding 396.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.8% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APD
The strongest argument for APD centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APD
The primary concerns for APD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APD profiles as a turnaround stock while LYB is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
APD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
LYB is growing revenue faster at 19.8% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (482M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LYB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 43/100) and 19.8% revenue growth. 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.
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. is an American international corporation whose principal business is selling gases and chemicals for industrial uses. Air Products' headquarters is in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →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.
Compare with Other SPECIALTY CHEMICALS Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?