Huntsman Corporation (HUN)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
HUN
Huntsman Corporation
$14.63
+1.77%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.31B
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$74.60
+1.79%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 431% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $5.68B). LYB leads profitability with a -2.5% profit margin vs -5.0%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. HUN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
HUN
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
LYB
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+41.8%
Fair Value
$24.16
Current Price
$14.63
$9.54 discount
Margin of Safety
+33.7%
Fair Value
$89.72
Current Price
$74.60
$15.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.1% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HUN
The strongest argument for HUN centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : HUN
The primary concerns for HUN are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HUN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.60 — expect wider price swings.
HUN is growing revenue faster at -6.7% — sustainability is the question.
HUN generates stronger free cash flow (-91M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HUN scores higher overall (50/100 vs 40/100). 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.
Huntsman Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Huntsman Corporation manufactures and sells differentiated organic chemicals globally. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
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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