LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsWD-40 Company (WDFC)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
WDFC
WD-40 Company
$216.11
+0.39%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 4756% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $620.91M). WDFC leads profitability with a 14.4% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. WDFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
WDFC
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
-428.4%
Fair Value
$44.68
Current Price
$216.11
$171.43 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Revenue surging 60.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.9%
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 : WDFC
The strongest argument for WDFC centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 60.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WDFC
The primary concerns for WDFC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while WDFC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
WDFC is growing revenue faster at 60.0% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WDFC scores higher overall (46/100 vs 42/100) and 60.0% revenue growth. 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.
WD-40 Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
WD-40 Company develops and sells maintenance products and cleaning and home care products in America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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