LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsCompanhia Siderurgica Nacional ADR (SID)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$73.48
-5.50%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.20B
SID
Companhia Siderurgica Nacional ADR
$1.40
+7.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia Siderurgica Nacional ADR generates 51% more annual revenue ($44.80B vs $29.67B). LYB leads profitability with a -2.7% profit margin vs -4.5%. SID appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.32. SID earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
LYB
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
SID
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.7%
Fair Value
$88.35
Current Price
$73.48
$14.87 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SID.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 3321.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of 3.5%
ROE of -6.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 6.3%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.9%
ROE of -9.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 5.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SID
The strongest argument for SID centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SID
The primary concerns for SID are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SID carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
SID is growing revenue faster at -5.2% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (-538M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SID scores higher overall (57/100 vs 41/100). LYB offers better value entry with a 32.7% margin of safety. 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.
Companhia Siderurgica Nacional ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Companhia Siderurgica Nacional (SID) stands as a prominent integrated steel producer in Brazil, significantly shaping the Latin American steel landscape. The company supplies a wide array of steel products, incorporating both flat and long steel, which serve critical industries such as construction, automotive, and manufacturing. Committed to innovation and sustainability, SID prioritizes operational efficiency while striving to minimize its environmental footprint. Leveraging its substantial production capabilities and a strategic focus on growth through mergers and acquisitions, SID is poised to benefit from increasing steel demand across domestic and international markets, thereby strengthening its competitive position.
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