LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsStepan Company (SCL)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
SCL
Stepan Company
$50.27
+4.06%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 1193% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $2.33B). SCL leads profitability with a 2.0% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. SCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SCL
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
+31.1%
Fair Value
$95.94
Current Price
$50.27
$45.67 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 49.1% YoY
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
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 : SCL
The strongest argument for SCL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SCL
The primary concerns for SCL are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while SCL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
SCL is growing revenue faster at 5.4% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCL scores higher overall (60/100 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.
Stepan Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Stepan Company produces and sells specialty and intermediate chemicals to other manufacturers for use in various end products in North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Northfield, Illinois.
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