LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsTrinseo SA (TSE)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
TSE
Trinseo SA
$0.23
0.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.28M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 862% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $3.13B). LYB leads profitability with a -2.5% profit margin vs -13.2%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. LYB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 42/100 (D).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
TSE
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
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 -51.6% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 14.3%
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 : TSE
TSE has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TSE
The primary concerns for TSE are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TSE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — expect wider price swings.
LYB is growing revenue faster at -9.2% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
LYB scores higher overall (42/100 vs 37/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Trinseo SA
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Trinseo SA, a materials company, manufactures and markets synthetic rubber, latex binders, and plastic products in the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Berwyn, Pennsylvania.
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