LyondellBasell Industries N.V. operates as a chemical company in the United States, Germany, Mexico, Italy, Poland, France, Japan, China, the Netherlands, and internationally. The company operates in six segments: Olefins and PolyolefinsÂAmericas; Olefins and PolyolefinsÂEurope, Asia, International; Intermediates and Derivatives; Advanced Polymer Solutions; Refining; and Technology. It produces and markets olefins and co-products; polyolefins; polyethylene products, which consist of high density polyethylene, low density polyethylene, and linear low density polyethylene; and polypropylene (PP) products, such as PP homopolymers and copolymers. The company also produces and sells propylene oxide and its derivatives; oxyfuels and related products; and intermediate chemicals, such as styrene monomers, acetyls, ethylene glycols, and ethylene oxides and derivatives. In addition, it produces and markets compounds and solutions, such as polypropylene compounds, engineered plastics, masterbatches, engineered composites, colors, and powders; and advanced polymers. Further, the company refines crude oil and other crude oils of varied types and sources into gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel; develops and licenses chemical and polyolefin process technologies; and manufactures and sells polyolefin catalysts. LyondellBasell Industries N.V. was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
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| 5/28/2026 | $98.00 | Equal Weight → Overweight | Wells Fargo |
| 4/9/2026 | Neutral → Overweight | Alembic Global Advisors | |
| 4/6/2026 | $55.00 | Neutral → Underperform | BofA Securities |
| 3/18/2026 | $73.00 | Sell → Neutral | UBS |
| 3/12/2026 | $76.00 | Neutral → Buy | Citigroup |
| 3/9/2026 | Sector Perform → Outperform | RBC Capital Mkts | |
| 3/9/2026 | $75.00 | Hold → Buy | Vertical Research |
| 3/5/2026 | $68.00 | Underperform → Market Perform | BMO Capital Markets |
| 3/4/2026 | $73.00 | Sector Weight → Overweight | KeyBanc Capital Markets |
| 1/7/2026 | $48.00 | Buy → Hold | Vertical Research |
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Wells Fargo upgraded LyondellBasell from Equal Weight to Overweight and set a new price target of $98.00
Alembic Global Advisors upgraded LyondellBasell from Neutral to Overweight
BofA Securities downgraded LyondellBasell from Neutral to Underperform and set a new price target of $55.00
UBS upgraded LyondellBasell from Sell to Neutral and set a new price target of $73.00
Citigroup upgraded LyondellBasell from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $76.00
RBC Capital Mkts upgraded LyondellBasell from Sector Perform to Outperform
Vertical Research upgraded LyondellBasell from Hold to Buy and set a new price target of $75.00
BMO Capital Markets upgraded LyondellBasell from Underperform to Market Perform and set a new price target of $68.00
KeyBanc Capital Markets upgraded LyondellBasell from Sector Weight to Overweight and set a new price target of $73.00
Vertical Research downgraded LyondellBasell from Buy to Hold and set a new price target of $48.00
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HOUSTON and LONDON, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced it has declared a dividend of $0.69 per share, to be paid to shareholders on June 8, 2026, with an ex-dividend and record date of June 1, 2026. About LyondellBasell We are LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) – a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to unlock value for our customers, investors and society. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture
Net income: $125 million, $163 million excluding identified items1Diluted earnings per share: $0.38 per share; $0.49 per share excluding identified itemsEBITDA: $568 million, $615 million excluding identified itemsMiddle East war has steepened the global cost curve for the petrochemical industryLYB is leveraging cost-advantaged production to capture upside while maintaining financial resilience Demonstrating agility by increasing operating rates, optimizing production and capturing favorable pricing in dynamic markets with support from value-enhancing initiatives executed over the last three yearsAdvancing transformation of the LYB portfolio with the sale of four European sites to right-siz
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced that it has successfully completed the sale of select European olefins and polyolefins assets, and the associated business and corporate functions, to AEQUITA as a key milestone in the company's European strategic assessment. The transaction follows completion of required employee information and consultation processes and satisfaction of customary regulatory and closing conditions. The divestiture supports the company's strategy to grow and upgrade the core by further concentrating on assets and businesses with durable competitive advantages and stronger long-term returns, while enhancing f
HOUSTON, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB), a global leader in the chemical industry, has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, Vision to Value: Maintaining Our Focus. The report outlines how LYB maintained strong operational performance, achieved industry‑leading safety performance, and advanced circular and low‑carbon solutions during 2025. "In 2025, despite a challenging environment, we demonstrated what focus, discipline and a clear vision can deliver," said Peter Vanacker, LYB chief executive officer. "We deepened partnerships across the value chain, strengthened transparency about the enablers that influence the pace of progress, and continued to make f
HOUSTON and LONDON, April 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced the internet availability of proxy materials for its 2026 annual general meeting of shareholders to be held on Friday, May 22, 2026, at 8 a.m. Central European Summer Time. The LYB annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, and proxy statement for its 2026 annual general meeting of shareholders have been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and may be viewed on the LYB investor website at Investors.LyondellBasell.com by selecting "Financials," then "Annual Reports." Shareholders may obtain hard copies of these proxy materials at no charge by em
HOUSTON and LONDON, April 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB), a leader in the global chemical industry, will announce its first-quarter 2026 financial results before the U.S. market opens Friday, May 1, followed by a webcast and teleconference to discuss the results at 11 a.m. EDT.Teleconference and webcast detailsFriday, May 1, 202611 a.m. EDTHosted by David Kinney, head of investor relationsAccess the webcast 10 to 15 minutes prior to the start of the call at www.lyb.com/earnings. Toll-free teleconference dial-in numbersParticipant/Guest toll-free: 877-407-8029Participant/Guest toll: 201-689-8029Participant/Guest: CallMe link Presentation slidesPrese
HOUSTON and LONDON, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced the appointment of David Dennison, a seasoned leader with decades-long service at LYB, as the new head of investor relations, effective May 8, 2026. He succeeds Dave Kinney, who will retire after nearly 35 years of service. "I am pleased to welcome David Dennison as our next head of investor relations," said Agustin Izquierdo, executive vice president and chief financial officer. "His significant experience in global petrochemical markets will help us continue to shape investor understanding and foster clear, two-way engagement with the shareholder community." David Dennison joined LYB
HOUSTON and LONDON, March 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB), a leader in the global chemical industry, today announced that Agustin Izquierdo, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the 2026 J.P. Morgan Industrials Conference in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 3:40 p.m. EDT. Webcast and Presentation Slides AccessA live webcast can be accessed at the time of the event at https://investors.lyondellbasell.com/events-and-presentations/default.aspx. A replay of the event will be available at the same link within 24 hours following the webcast. About LyondellBasell We are LyondellBasell (NYSE:L
HOUSTON, Feb. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced updates to its 2030 climate and circularity goals amid the need for disciplined capital allocation, evolving market conditions and regulatory developments. The goals remain ambitious, while balancing the need to adjust for near-term achievability. The company's three-pillared strategy remains unchanged: growing and upgrading the core, building a profitable circular and low-carbon business, and stepping up performance and culture. To ensure alignment with the strategy and reflect the realities of today's operating environment, the updated goals are as follows: Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions reducti
HOUSTON and LONDON, Feb. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB), a leader in the global chemical industry, today announced that Agustin Izquierdo, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the 2026 Bank of America Global Agriculture and Materials Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 9:45 a.m. EST. Webcast and Presentation Slides AccessA live webcast can be accessed at the time of the event at https://investors.lyondellbasell.com/events-and-presentations/default.aspx. A replay of the event will be available at the same link within 24 hours following the webcast. About LyondellBase
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HOUSTON and LONDON, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced it has declared a dividend of $0.69 per share, to be paid to shareholders on June 8, 2026, with an ex-dividend and record date of June 1, 2026. About LyondellBasell We are LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) – a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to unlock value for our customers, investors and society. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture
Net income: $125 million, $163 million excluding identified items1Diluted earnings per share: $0.38 per share; $0.49 per share excluding identified itemsEBITDA: $568 million, $615 million excluding identified itemsMiddle East war has steepened the global cost curve for the petrochemical industryLYB is leveraging cost-advantaged production to capture upside while maintaining financial resilience Demonstrating agility by increasing operating rates, optimizing production and capturing favorable pricing in dynamic markets with support from value-enhancing initiatives executed over the last three yearsAdvancing transformation of the LYB portfolio with the sale of four European sites to right-siz
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced that it has successfully completed the sale of select European olefins and polyolefins assets, and the associated business and corporate functions, to AEQUITA as a key milestone in the company's European strategic assessment. The transaction follows completion of required employee information and consultation processes and satisfaction of customary regulatory and closing conditions. The divestiture supports the company's strategy to grow and upgrade the core by further concentrating on assets and businesses with durable competitive advantages and stronger long-term returns, while enhancing f
HOUSTON and LONDON, Feb. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.69 per share, representing a $0.68 per share reduction from the company's fourth quarter 2025 dividend. The dividend will be paid to shareholders on March 9, 2026, with an ex-dividend and record date of March 2, 2026. "Despite one of the longest downturns in our industry, LYB was able to return approximately $2 billion to our shareholders from existing cash and operations in 2025. With markets expected to remain challenged, we have made the decision to recalibrate the dividend to better position the company to thrive once market
Net income (loss): $(738) million, $563 million excluding identified items1Diluted earnings (loss) per share: $(2.34) per share; $1.70 per share excluding identified itemsEBITDA: $1.1 billion, $2.5 billion excluding identified itemsGenerated $2.3 billion of cash from operating activities with 95% cash conversion2Continued to navigate the cycle amid challenging market conditions by prioritizing operational excellence and achieving record safety performance while preserving strong liquidityCash Improvement Plan outperformed $600 million goal for 2025 by $200 million; targeting an additional $500 million for a total of $1.3 billion by year-end 2026Divestment of four European assets on track for
HOUSTON and LONDON, Nov. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced it has declared a dividend of $1.37 per share, to be paid to shareholders on Dec. 8, 2025, with an ex-dividend and record date of Dec. 1, 2025. About LyondellBasell We are LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) – a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to unlock value for our customers, investors and society. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture a
Net (loss) income: $(890) million, $330 million excluding identified items1Diluted (loss) earnings per share: $(2.77) per share; $1.01 per share excluding identified itemsEBITDA: $(480) million, $835 million excluding identified itemsNon-cash asset write-downs: $1,202 millionCash from operating activities: $983 millionStrong cash conversion2 of 135% during 3Q25Returned $443 million to shareholders during 3Q25 through dividendsContinued to navigate the cycle with operational and financial discipline: Cash Improvement Plan remains on track to deliver target of $600 million3 for 2025Operational improvements from higher rates for Hyperzone PE and Channelview PO/TBA exceeding benchmark for namepl
HOUSTON and LONDON, Aug. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced it has declared a dividend of $1.37 per share, to be paid to shareholders on Sept. 2, 2025, with an ex-dividend and record date of Aug. 25, 2025. About LyondellBasell We are LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) – a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to unlock value for our customers, investors and society. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture
HOUSTON and LONDON, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Net income: $115 million, $202 million excluding identified items1Diluted earnings per share: $0.34 per share; $0.62 per share excluding identified itemsEBITDA: $606 million, $715 million excluding identified itemsCash from operating activities: $351 millionReturned $536 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchasesContinued to execute on strategy while navigating the cycle with operational and financial discipline: Announced the planned sale of select European assets to further optimize the business portfolioDeferring construction of Flex-2 project to preserve capital during the cycle downturnCash Improvement Plan on
ROTTERDAM, The Netherlands, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (LYB) today announced that it has entered into an agreement and exclusive negotiations with AEQUITA for the sale of select olefins & polyolefins assets and the associated business in Europe. The sites to be sold have been part of the previously announced European strategic assessment and are located in Berre (France), Münchsmünster (Germany), Carrington (UK), and Tarragona (Spain). "This contemplated transaction is a significant step in LYB's transformation to Grow and Upgrade our Core. We are committed to operate our assets safely and reliably throughout this process and will continue to support our customers, e
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HOUSTON and LONDON, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced the appointment of David Dennison, a seasoned leader with decades-long service at LYB, as the new head of investor relations, effective May 8, 2026. He succeeds Dave Kinney, who will retire after nearly 35 years of service. "I am pleased to welcome David Dennison as our next head of investor relations," said Agustin Izquierdo, executive vice president and chief financial officer. "His significant experience in global petrochemical markets will help us continue to shape investor understanding and foster clear, two-way engagement with the shareholder community." David Dennison joined LYB
HOUSTON, March 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced Peter Vanacker will assume his role as the company's chief executive officer on May 23, 2022. The Company's Board of Directors appointed Vanacker to the position in December 2021. "It is a real honor for me to join LyondellBasell at this very exciting time for our industry. LyondellBasell has a rich legacy as an innovation and technology leader and is recognized for its operational excellence and financial discipline," said Vanacker. "I am very inspired to continue this successful journey with a
Kenneth Lane, Executive Vice President, Global Olefins & Polyolefins, Will Serve as Interim CEO During Transition Period HOUSTON and LONDON, Dec. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced that the Board of Directors has appointed Peter Vanacker, President and CEO of Neste Corporation, as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Vanacker succeeds Bhavesh V. "Bob" Patel, who will retire from the Company on December 31, 2021, as previously announced. Mr. Vanacker will assume his role no later than June 2022, upon satisfaction of the notice period under his current employment agreement, at which time he will also join the Company's Board of Directors. The Board also annou
HOUSTON and LONDON, Aug. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) today announced that Chief Executive Officer Bhavesh V. (Bob) Patel intends to retire from the Company as of December 31, 2021. Mr. Patel will continue to lead the Company until that time and will ensure a smooth and orderly transition for his successor. Upon his departure, he will also resign from the Company's Board of Directors. The Board of Directors has established a sub-committee that will oversee the search for a new CEO and will consider both internal and external candidates. "Under Bob's leade
HOUSTON and ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) today announced the publication of its 2020 sustainability report. The report highlights the company's efforts in the areas of ending plastic waste in the environment, helping to address climate change and supporting a thriving society. LyondellBasell's 2020 sustainability report highlights the company’s efforts in the areas of ending plastic waste in the environment, helping address climate change and supporting a thriving society. "Despite the challenges of 2020, our team made meaningful progress against our goals," said Bob Patel, CEO of LyondellBasell. "As a company we have t
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