LYBLyondellBasell Industries (LYB) demonstrates strong fundamentals with a solid dividend yield and a well-established market position. While recent performance and some technical indicators suggest a cautious short-term outlook, the company's operational strength and technological offerings provide a compelling long-term investment case.
LyondellBasell operates in the chemicals sector, which is influenced by global economic cycles and demand for various end products. Emerging trends like advanced polymer solutions and circular economy initiatives present opportunities, but the sector is also subject to regulatory and environmental considerations.
LyondellBasell demonstrates robust financial health with a healthy P/E ratio, strong profitability, and consistent free cash flow. The company maintains a significant dividend yield, supported by its operational scale and technological licensing. Debt levels are manageable, and liquidity appears adequate.
The stock's price has seen a recent decline, trading below key moving averages, indicating bearish short-term momentum. However, indicators like RSI and Stochastic RSI suggest the stock might be oversold or approaching a support level, hinting at a potential pause or reversal.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Chemical Industry Cyclicality | 60 |
| Advanced Polymer Solutions | 75 |
| Sustainability & Circular Economy | 70 |
| Energy Transition Impact | 50 |
| Regulatory Environment (Chemicals) | 55 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 40 |
| Valuation | 75 |
| Profitability | 20 |
| Profitability | 65 |
| Growth | 30 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 60 |
| Cash Flow | 70 |
| Dividends | 90 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 30 |
| Trend Analysis | 40 |
| Momentum | 50 |
| Momentum | 60 |
| Support & Resistance | 65 |
| Volume | 50 |
Undervalued P/E Ratio
The trailing P/E ratio is 132.7, while the industry average is significantly higher. This suggests the stock might be undervalued relative to its peers.
Attractive Dividend Yield
The dividend yield is 7.97%, which is a strong indicator for income-focused investors. The recent dividend payments have been consistent.
High Trailing P/E Ratio
The trailing P/E ratio of 132.7 is significantly high, which could indicate the stock is overvalued, especially if future earnings growth does not materialize as expected.
Declining Net Margins
Net margins have decreased from 12.1% in Q4 2021 to 3.4% in Q4 2024, suggesting potential pressure on profitability due to increased costs or pricing challenges.
June 2025
2
Ex-Dividend Date
June 2025
9
Next Dividend Date
August 2025
1
Next Earnings Date
H: $1.03
A: $0.78
L: $0.53
H: 8.21B
A: 7.51B
L: 6.67B
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 PolyolefinsAmericas; Olefins and PolyolefinsEurope, Asia, International; Intermediates and Derivatives; Advanced Polymer Solutions; Refining; and Technology. It produces and markets olefins and co-products, such as ethylene, aromatics, propylene and butadiene; polyolefins; polyethylene; and polypropylene homopolymers and copolymers; and propylene oxide and derivatives; oxyfuels and related products; and intermediate chemicals, such as styrene monomer, acetyls, and ethylene oxide. The company also produces and markets compounding and solutions, including polypropylene compounds, engineered plastics, masterbatches, engineered composites, colors and powders, and advanced polymers, such as catalloy and polybutene-1; and refines heavy, high-sulfur crude oil and other crude oils, as well as refined products, including gasoline and distillates. In addition, it develops and licenses chemical and polyolefin process technologies; manufactures and sells polyolefin catalysts; and serves food packaging, home furnishings, automotive components, and paints and coatings applications. LyondellBasell Industries N.V. was incorporated in 2009 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
69.32 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for LYB have a max estimate of 105.00 and a min estimate of 47.00.