Avient Corp (AVNT)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
AVNT
Avient Corp
$36.27
+5.68%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.14B
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 825% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $3.26B). AVNT leads profitability with a 2.5% profit margin vs -2.5%. AVNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.04. AVNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
AVNT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-575.5%
Fair Value
$6.05
Current Price
$36.27
$30.22 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.5% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVNT
The strongest argument for AVNT centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.04 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVNT
The primary concerns for AVNT are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Thin 2.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVNT profiles as a value stock while LYB is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
AVNT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
AVNT is growing revenue faster at 1.9% — sustainability is the question.
AVNT generates stronger free cash flow (125M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AVNT scores higher overall (52/100 vs 42/100). 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.
Avient Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Avient Corporation provides specialty polymer materials, services, and solutions in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, South America, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Avon Lake, Ohio.
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.
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