LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsNewmont Goldcorp Corp (NEM)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
NEM
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
$101.52
+2.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $108.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 33% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $22.67B). NEM leads profitability with a 31.2% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. NEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
NEM
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
-184.1%
Fair Value
$43.86
Current Price
$101.52
$57.66 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.6%
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 : NEM
The strongest argument for NEM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.2% and operating margin at 58.1%. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NEM
The primary concerns for NEM are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while NEM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
NEM is growing revenue faster at 20.6% — sustainability is the question.
NEM generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 31.2% margins and 20.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Newmont Corporation, based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States, is one of the largest gold mining companies in the world.
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