LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsPepsiCo Inc (PEP)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$151.73
+0.76%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $205.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 211% more annual revenue ($93.92B vs $30.15B). PEP leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
PEP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
+45.9%
Fair Value
$280.33
Current Price
$151.73
$128.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Earnings expanding 67.5% YoY
Generating 4.7B 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
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.2x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while PEP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
PEP is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
PEP generates stronger free cash flow (4.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEP scores higher overall (59/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "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.
PepsiCo Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
PepsiCo, Inc. is an American based multinational food, snack, and beverage corporation headquartered in Harrison, New York, in the hamlet of Purchase. PepsiCo's business encompasses all aspects of the food and beverage market. It oversees the manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of its products.
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