LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsProcter & Gamble Company (PG)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$143.92
+0.53%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $337.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 183% more annual revenue ($85.26B vs $30.15B). PG leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. PG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
PG
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
-211.9%
Fair Value
$45.90
Current Price
$143.92
$98.02 premium
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 32 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
Generating 3.8B 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
1.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.4%
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 : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 26.3%.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while PG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
PG is growing revenue faster at 1.5% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (3.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PG scores higher overall (55/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins. 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.
Procter & Gamble Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is an American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 1837 by William Procter and James Gamble. It specializes in a wide range of personal health, consumer health, personal care, and hygiene products; these products are organized into several segments including Beauty; Grooming; Health Care; Fabric & Home Care; and Baby, Feminine, & Family Care. Before the sale of Pringles to Kellogg's, its product portfolio also included food, snacks, and beverages.
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