LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsNewMarket Corporation (NEU)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
NEU
NewMarket Corporation
$621.46
+0.13%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 1006% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $2.73B). NEU leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. NEU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
NEU
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
-130.9%
Fair Value
$302.19
Current Price
$621.46
$319.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 26 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
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.9%
Earnings declined 25.2%
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 : NEU
The strongest argument for NEU centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 19.5%.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NEU
The primary concerns for NEU are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while NEU is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
NEU is growing revenue faster at -2.9% — sustainability is the question.
NEU generates stronger free cash flow (117M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEU scores higher overall (50/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins. 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.
NewMarket Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
NewMarket Corporation participates in the petroleum additives business. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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