LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$76.01
+6.35%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.62B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$65.03
-0.79%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 105% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $14.71B). WRB leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs -2.5%. LYB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.49. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
WRB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
-136.4%
Fair Value
$30.26
Current Price
$65.03
$34.77 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 150.0% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 21.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on Revenue Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 150.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while WRB is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
WRB is growing revenue faster at 150.0% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (896M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WRB scores higher overall (55/100 vs 42/100) and 150.0% revenue growth. 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.
W. R. Berkley Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
W. R. Berkley Corporation is a commercial lines property & casualty insurance holding company organized in Delaware and based in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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