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Haverty Furniture Companies Inc (HVT-A)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 3873% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $759.00M). HVT-A leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs -2.5%. HVT-A appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. HVT-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).

HVT-A

Hold

48

out of 100

Grade: D+

Growth: 4.0Profit: 4.0Value: 7.3Quality: 5.0

LYB

Hold

42

out of 100

Grade: D

Growth: 2.0Profit: 2.5Value: 6.7Quality: 5.0
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

HVT-ASignificantly Overvalued (-90.2%)

Margin of Safety

-90.2%

Fair Value

$15.33

Current Price

$23.72

$8.39 premium

UndervaluedFair: $15.33Overvalued

Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

HVT-A1 strengths · Avg: 10.0/10
Price/BookValuation
1.2x10/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

LYB1 strengths · Avg: 8.0/10
Price/BookValuation
2.5x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

Areas to Watch

HVT-A4 concerns · Avg: 3.3/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
3.8%4/10

3.8% earnings growth

Market CapQuality
$382.94M3/10

Smaller company, higher risk/reward

Return on EquityProfitability
6.4%3/10

ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency

Profit MarginProfitability
2.6%3/10

2.6% margin — thin

LYB4 concerns · Avg: 1.8/10
Return on EquityProfitability
-7.0%2/10

ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency

Revenue GrowthGrowth
-9.2%2/10

Revenue declined 9.2%

EPS GrowthGrowth
-87.7%2/10

Earnings declined 87.7%

Profit MarginProfitability
-2.5%1/10

Currently unprofitable

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : HVT-A

The strongest argument for HVT-A centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.01 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 : HVT-A

The primary concerns for HVT-A are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.6% 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

HVT-A profiles as a value stock while LYB is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.

HVT-A carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.

HVT-A is growing revenue faster at 9.5% — sustainability is the question.

LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.

Bottom Line

HVT-A scores higher overall (48/100 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.

Haverty Furniture Companies Inc

CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA

Haverty Furniture Companies, Inc. is a specialty retailer of residential furniture and accessories in the United States. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

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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