Kronos Worldwide Inc (KRO)vsLyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
KRO
Kronos Worldwide Inc
$6.35
+2.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $621.29M
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 1522% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $1.86B). LYB leads profitability with a -2.5% profit margin vs -6.0%. KRO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.36. KRO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
KRO
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 124.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -14.1% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KRO
The strongest argument for KRO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.36 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 : KRO
The primary concerns for KRO are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KRO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
KRO is growing revenue faster at -1.1% — sustainability is the question.
KRO generates stronger free cash flow (83M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KRO scores higher overall (50/100 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.
Kronos Worldwide Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Kronos Worldwide, Inc. produces and markets titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigments in Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Dallas, 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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