LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsNokia Corp ADR (NOK)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
NOK
Nokia Corp ADR
$8.41
+1.94%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $46.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 52% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $19.89B). NOK leads profitability with a 3.3% profit margin vs -2.5%. NOK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. NOK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
NOK
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
-734.1%
Fair Value
$0.88
Current Price
$8.41
$7.53 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
2.4% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
3.3% margin — thin
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 : NOK
The strongest argument for NOK centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.83 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NOK
The primary concerns for NOK are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 63.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while NOK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
NOK is growing revenue faster at 2.4% — sustainability is the question.
NOK generates stronger free cash flow (225M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NOK scores higher overall (46/100 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.
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.
Nokia Corp ADR
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Nokia Corporation offers fixed and mobile network solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Espoo, Finland.
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