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LyondellBasell Industries NV(LYB)
USD --+0.00%
Reward35Moderate
Risk53Moderate
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Thin -2% profit margin · 9.3% dividend yield · Revenue down 9% YoY
LYB
+0.0 · +0.00%
USD · NYSE
LyondellBasell Industries NV | Basic Materials
Earnings Deterioration
Market Cap:18.28Bn
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Reward Rating
35
Moderate
Bottom 5% (model universe)
75% data coverage
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Risk Rating
53
Moderate
Risk Assessment
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Market Performance

Stock returned +10.0% over the past year, broadly in line with market conditions.

Analyst Target

Analyst consensus price target: $51.18.

What is LyondellBasell Industries NV?

operates as a chemical company in the United States, Germany, China, Mexico, Italy, Japan, France, Poland, the Netherlands, and internationally.

LYB · Verdict

Limited reward · elevated risk

LYB's standout is volatility; profitability and balance sheet weigh on the picture.

Based on 88% data coverage

LYB · Verdict

What’s working & what to watch

Strengths 1

  • Volatility65/100

    Above average

Watchouts 5

  • Profitability23/100

    -2% net margin · -7% ROE

  • Balance sheet26/100

    Net debt/EBITDA 10.6×

  • Growth31/100

    Revenue -15.8% CAGR

  • Valuation38/100

    P/E 13.0× · PEG 0.85

  • Cash flow45/100

    1% free-cash-flow margin

Model-based scoring. For information only — not financial advice.

What is LyondellBasell Industries NV?

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 Polyolefins"Americas; Olefins and Polyolefins"Europe, Asia, International; Intermediates and Derivatives; Advanced Polymer Solutions; and Technology. The company is listed on the NYSE in USA, operating in the Basic Materials sector, with a market capitalisation of 18.28B.

Financial Highlights

Investment Breakdown

📈 Growth
Revenue growth is subdued, limiting near-term earnings expansion.
💰 Profitability
Thin or inconsistent margins weigh on earnings quality.
⚠️ Risk
Risk profile appears balanced versus broad market conditions.
💸 Valuation
Valuation is less clear with a negative earnings base.

OpenBook Logo Analysis

Reward: Moderate (35)

The scoring profile indicates weak reward characteristics across most factors, including momentum and size. Risk indicators are elevated — volatility and macro sensitivity warrant consideration.

For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

Company Information
SectorBasic Materials
Market Cap18.28B
P/E RatioN/A
Dividend Yield9.34%
52 Week High72.6352
52 Week Low40.4172
Last AnnualDecember
IPO Date4/28/2010
IncorporatedUSA
Shares Outstanding322M
No. of Employees18,970
IndustrySpecialty Chemicals
ExchangeNYSE
Beta0.707
CurrencyUSD
Websitewww.lyondellbasell.com
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