LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsMcEwen Mining Inc. (MUX)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$80.45
+3.51%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $25.92B
MUX
McEwen Mining Inc.
$19.24
+3.94%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 15163% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $197.55M). MUX leads profitability with a 17.4% profit margin vs -2.5%. MUX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
MUX
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
-581.0%
Fair Value
$4.01
Current Price
$19.24
$15.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 92.8% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.6% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MUX
The strongest argument for MUX centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at -8.9%. Revenue growth of 92.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MUX
The primary concerns for MUX are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while MUX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MUX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
MUX is growing revenue faster at 92.8% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MUX scores higher overall (45/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 17.4% margins and 92.8% revenue growth. 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.
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.
McEwen Mining Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING · USA
McEwen Mining Inc. is engaged in the exploration, development, production and sale of gold and silver deposits in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Argentina. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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