LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsOrion Engineered Carbons SA (OEC)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
OEC
Orion Engineered Carbons SA
$5.86
+6.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $293.19M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 1569% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $1.81B). LYB leads profitability with a -2.5% profit margin vs -3.9%. OEC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. OEC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
OEC
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.8%
ROE of -16.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 5.2%
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 : OEC
The strongest argument for OEC centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.25 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 : OEC
The primary concerns for OEC are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OEC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
OEC is growing revenue faster at -5.2% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
OEC scores higher overall (44/100 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.
Orion Engineered Carbons SA
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Orion Engineered Carbons SA, produces and sells carbon black products in Germany, the United States, South Korea, Brazil, China, South Africa, the rest of Europe and internationally. The company is headquartered in Senningerberg, Luxembourg.
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