LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsUfp Industries Inc (UFPI)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$73.29
+2.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.66B
UFPI
Ufp Industries Inc
$92.94
-2.93%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 377% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $6.32B). UFPI leads profitability with a 4.7% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. UFPI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
LYB
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
UFPI
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.7%
Fair Value
$89.68
Current Price
$73.29
$16.39 discount
Margin of Safety
+19.3%
Fair Value
$143.02
Current Price
$92.94
$50.08 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
4.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : UFPI
The strongest argument for UFPI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : UFPI
The primary concerns for UFPI are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while UFPI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UFPI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
UFPI is growing revenue faster at -9.0% — sustainability is the question.
UFPI generates stronger free cash flow (83M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UFPI scores higher overall (45/100 vs 40/100). LYB offers better value entry with a 33.7% margin of safety. 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.
Ufp Industries Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · LUMBER & WOOD PRODUCTION · USA
UFP Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets wood and wood alternatives in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. The company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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