LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsOmnicom Group Inc (OMC)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
OMC
Omnicom Group Inc
$75.74
+0.46%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $23.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 75% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $17.27B). OMC leads profitability with a -0.3% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. OMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
OMC
Hold49
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
Revenue surging 27.9% year-over-year
Generating 3.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.3%
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 : OMC
The strongest argument for OMC centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 27.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : OMC
The primary concerns for OMC are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while OMC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
OMC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — expect wider price swings.
OMC is growing revenue faster at 27.9% — sustainability is the question.
OMC generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OMC scores higher overall (49/100 vs 42/100) and 27.9% 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.
Omnicom Group Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Omnicom Group Inc. is an American global media, marketing and corporate communications holding company, headquartered in New York City.
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