LyondellBasell appears to be emerging from a deep cyclical trough, with Q2 2026 revenue rebounding 19.8% year-over-year and gross margin expanding to 22.2% from 6.5% in Q4 2025, suggesting a potential inflection. However, the recovery is fragile, as the compan...
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Revenue rebounded 19.8% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to $9.2B, with gross margin expanding to 22.2% from 6.5% in Q4 2025, though TTM net margin remains negative at -1.1%.
LyondellBasell develops and markets solutions for sustainable living, including applications for safe food, clean water, and quality healthcare.
LYB is a global leader in the chemical industry and one of the world's largest producers of polymers, with innovative polyolefin technologies widely utilized.
The company's products enable efficient transportation, advanced infrastructure, and other critical applications, showcasing its broad market reach.
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Jul 31, 2026 | $4.30+25.0% vs $3.44 | $9.2B-0.3% vs $9.2B |
Q2 2026 May 1, 2026 | $0.49+74.6% vs $0.28 | $7.2B-4.4% vs $7.5B |
Q1 2026 Jan 30, 2026 | -$0.26-333.6% vs $0.11 | $7.1B+4.3% vs $6.8B |
Q4 2025 Oct 31, 2025 | $1.01+24.5% vs $0.81 | $7.7B+4.3% vs $7.4B |
Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC lifted its holdings in LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE: LYB) by 110.5% in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 27,932 shares of the specialty chemicals company's stock after purchasing an additional 14,665 shares during the quarter. Integrated
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LyondellBasell remains a Buy at ~$63, with Q2 results far exceeding expectations due to favorable market conditions and operational leverage. O&P Americas drove Q2 strength, with adjusted EBITDA surging to $1.27B, but these margins are not expected to persist as Middle East supply normalizes. LYB's cost-cutting, asset sales, and improved balance sheet (net debt/EBITDA down to 2.6x) enhance structural profitability even at normalized margins.
Bank of New York Mellon Corp reduced its position in shares of LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE: LYB) by 11.5% in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 1,636,746 shares of the specialty chemicals company's stock after selling 211,875 shares during the period.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $59.24 | $19.12B | -25.21 | -25.18% | -2.46% | -6.52% | 9.25% | |
| $28.20 | $20.37B | -7.64 | -6.97% | -2.92% | -6.08% | — | |
| $464.91 | $215.07B | 31.87 | 2.97% | 20.56% | 18.16% | — | |
| $68.80 | $8.81B | -5.87 | -8.01% | -10.94% | -13.18% | — | |
| $9.05 | $1.59B | -5.69 | -5.85% | -2.9% | -5.8% | — | |
| $16.82 | $1.92B | -45.46 | 3.68% | -2.07% | -7.6% | — |
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LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
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LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) reported $31.19B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 38% decrease from $50.71B in 2008.
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) saw revenue decline by 25.2% over the past year.
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) reported a net loss of $348.0M for fiscal year 2025.
Yes, LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) pays a dividend with a yield of 9.25%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) has a return on equity (ROE) of -6.5%. Negative ROE indicates the company is unprofitable.
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) generated $3.46B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
