LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (lyb)
LYB — Company Overview
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) trades on NYQ as part of the Basic Materials peer group (Specialty Chemicals).
| Ticker | LYB |
| Sector | Basic Materials |
| Industry | Specialty Chemicals |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $19.37B |
| Last price | $59.97 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
LYB — Business Description
LYB represents a Specialty Chemicals business in the Basic Materials segment. LyondellBasell Industries N.V. operates as a chemical company in the United States, Germany, China, Mexico, Italy, Japan, France, Poland, the Netherlands, and internationally. It operates in five segments: Olefins and PolyolefinsAmericas; Olefins and PolyolefinsEurope, Asia, International; Intermediates and Derivatives; Advanced Polymer Solutions; and Technology. The company produces and markets olefins and co-products, such as ethylene, aromatics, propylene and butadiene; polyolefins; polyethylene; polypropylene homopolymers and copolymers; propylene oxide and derivatives; oxyfuels and related products; and intermediate chemicals, such as styrene monomer and acetyls. It also produces and markets compounding…
Official website: https://www.lyondellbasell.com.
LYB — Investment Thesis
At a high level, LYB offers exposure to Basic Materials with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 19.8% year-over-year (public data).
- Dividend yield near 4.7% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $19.37B.
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LYB — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for LyondellBasell Industries N.V. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Negative profit margin (-1.1%) signals near-term profitability pressure. Positive free cash flow of $1.23B supports balance-sheet flexibility. Debt-to-equity of 132.76 warrants monitoring in a higher-rate environment.
| Forward P/E | 9.42× |
| Price / Sales | 0.62× |
| Price / Book | 1.82× |
| Gross margin | 12.9% |
| Operating margin | 17.9% |
| Profit margin | -1.1% |
| Return on equity | -2.3% |
| Debt / Equity | 132.76 |
| Free cash flow | $1.23B |
LYB — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) depends on demand trends in Specialty Chemicals and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 19.8% indicates strong top-line momentum.
- Earnings growth of 4.0% year-over-year supports improving profitability.
- Price is 28.6% below the 52-week high.
LYB — Competitive Position
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Basic Materials.
- Competes within Basic Materials, specifically in Specialty Chemicals.
- Market capitalization of $19.37B places LYB among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 12.9% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
LYB — Strengths
Strengths for LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Revenue growth of 19.8% year-over-year.
- Earnings growth of 4.0% year-over-year.
- Positive free cash flow ($1.23B).
- Dividend yield of 4.7% for income-oriented holders.
- Large Cap scale ($19.37B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
LYB — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) based on available data:
- Thin profit margin (-1.1%).
- Price 29% below the 52-week high — sustained negative sentiment.
LYB — Opportunities
- Sustained revenue growth (19.8%) could support multiple expansion if margins hold.
- Dividend yield of 4.7% appeals to total-return investors.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
LYB — Risks
- Thin margins leave less room for operational missteps.
LYB — Summary
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) is a large-cap Basic Materials company focused on Specialty Chemicals, listed on NYQ. Last price $59.97 with market cap $19.37B. Revenue grew 19.8% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include revenue growth of 19.8% year-over-year. Key watch items include thin profit margin (-1.1%). Premium Terminal tools for LyondellBasell Industries N.V. add ownership analytics, news, and richer estimate history beyond this public summary.
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LyondellBasell Industries N.V. FAQ
What does LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) do?
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. operates as a chemical company in the United States, Germany, China, Mexico, Italy, Japan, France, Poland, the Netherlands, and internationally. It operates in five segments: Olefins and PolyolefinsAmericas; Olefins and PolyolefinsEurope, Asia, I…
What is LYB's P/E ratio?
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. has a trailing P/E of N/A× based on publicly available market data.
Does LYB pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 4.7%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is LYB in?
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. is classified in Basic Materials (Specialty Chemicals) on NYQ.
What is LYB's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $19.37B.
What are the main risks for LYB?
Standard market, competitive, and execution risks apply; see the Risks section.
What are the strengths of LYB?
Potential positives include revenue growth of 19.8% year-over-year, earnings growth of 4.0% year-over-year.
Where can I get analyst estimates for LYB?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for LyondellBasell Industries N.V. are on the free /stocks/lyb/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.