LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsVodafone Group PLC ADR (VOD)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
VOD
Vodafone Group PLC ADR
$14.72
+0.41%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $33.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vodafone Group PLC ADR generates 29% more annual revenue ($38.78B vs $30.15B). LYB leads profitability with a -2.5% profit margin vs -11.4%. VOD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.61. VOD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
VOD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
ROE of -6.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 15.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
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 : VOD
The strongest argument for VOD centers on PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.61 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VOD
The primary concerns for VOD are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
VOD is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
VOD generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VOD scores higher overall (51/100 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.
Vodafone Group PLC ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Vodafone Group Plc is engaged in telecommunications services in Europe and internationally. The company is headquartered in Newbury, the United Kingdom.
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