LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsRPM International Inc (RPM)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
RPM
RPM International Inc
$98.84
+2.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $12.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 298% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $7.58B). RPM leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. RPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
RPM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
-237.9%
Fair Value
$35.29
Current Price
$98.84
$63.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% revenue growth
Earnings declined 11.6%
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 : RPM
The strongest argument for RPM centers on Return on Equity.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : RPM
The primary concerns for RPM are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while RPM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
RPM is growing revenue faster at 3.5% — sustainability is the question.
RPM generates stronger free cash flow (296M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RPM scores higher overall (54/100 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.
RPM International Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
RPM International Inc. manufactures and sells specialty chemicals for the global consumer, specialty and industrial markets. The company is headquartered in Medina, Ohio.
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