LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsTenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$200.04
+0.21%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 41% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $21.31B). THC leads profitability with a 6.6% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
THC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
+68.8%
Fair Value
$724.93
Current Price
$200.04
$524.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 27.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.6% margin — thin
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 : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : THC
The primary concerns for THC are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while THC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
THC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
THC is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
THC generates stronger free cash flow (367M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
THC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Tenet Healthcare Corporation is a diversified health services company. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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