Koppers Holdings Inc (KOP)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
KOP
Koppers Holdings Inc
$37.86
+1.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $689.34M
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 1504% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $1.88B). KOP leads profitability with a 3.0% profit margin vs -2.5%. KOP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.35. KOP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
KOP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.4%
Fair Value
$50.64
Current Price
$37.86
$12.78 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.0% margin — thin
Revenue declined 9.3%
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KOP
The strongest argument for KOP centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.35 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 : KOP
The primary concerns for KOP are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Thin 3.0% 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
KOP profiles as a value stock while LYB is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
KOP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
LYB is growing revenue faster at -9.2% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KOP scores higher overall (59/100 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.
Koppers Holdings Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Koppers Holdings Inc. offers treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals, and carbon compounds in the United States, Australasia, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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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