Eastman Chemical Company (EMN)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
EMN
Eastman Chemical Company
$71.40
+2.07%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.98B
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 245% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $8.75B). EMN leads profitability with a 5.4% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. EMN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
EMN
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-191.8%
Fair Value
$27.88
Current Price
$71.40
$43.52 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
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
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMN
The strongest argument for EMN centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
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 : EMN
The primary concerns for EMN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMN profiles as a value stock while LYB is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
EMN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
LYB is growing revenue faster at -9.2% — sustainability is the question.
EMN generates stronger free cash flow (390M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EMN scores higher overall (46/100 vs 42/100). 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.
Eastman Chemical Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Eastman Chemical Company is an American company primarily involved in the chemical industry. Once a subsidiary of Kodak, today it is an independent global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of advanced materials, chemicals and fibers for everyday purposes. The company is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee.
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.
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