GE Aerospace (GE)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
GE
GE Aerospace
$296.56
-3.82%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $306.56B
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Aerospace generates 52% more annual revenue ($45.85B vs $30.15B). GE leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. GE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
GE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.3%
Fair Value
$376.74
Current Price
$296.56
$80.18 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
17.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 37.4% YoY
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.7x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : GE
The strongest argument for GE centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 19.6%. Revenue growth of 17.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : GE
The primary concerns for GE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GE profiles as a growth stock while LYB is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
GE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
GE is growing revenue faster at 17.6% — sustainability is the question.
GE generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 19.0% margins and 17.6% 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.
GE Aerospace
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
General Electric Company (GE) is an American multinational conglomerate incorporated in New York City and headquartered in Boston. As of 2018, the company operates through the following segments: aviation, healthcare, power, renewable energy, digital industry, additive manufacturing and venture capital and finance.
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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