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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 Polyolefins Americas; Olefins and Polyolefins Europe, 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 and distillates; develops and licenses chemical and polyolefin process technologies; and manufactures and sells polyolefin catalysts.
LyondellBasell Industries N. V. was incorporated in 2009 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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LyondellBasell remains a Buy, supported by strong North American cost advantages and strategic asset pivots. LYB benefits from Middle East conflict-driven feedstock divergence, capturing superior margins versus global peers and raising prices in Europe. The Houston refinery exit enables a shift to circular and low-carbon solutions, positioning LYB as a US Gulf Coast recycling leader.

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.

Cascade Investment Group Inc. decreased its position in shares of LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE: LYB) by 67.0% during the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 5,890 shares of the specialty chemicals company's stock after selling 11,933 shares

Dow and LyondellBasell stocks tumbled after oil prices fell, but an analyst says investors are underestimating the sector's earnings power.

Flagship Harbor Advisors LLC boosted its holdings in LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE: LYB) by 105.6% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 16,979 shares of the specialty chemicals company's stock after buying an additional 8,719 shares during the quarter. Flagship

LyondellBasell Industries benefits from Middle East disruptions, boosting US chemical producers' earnings outlook and profitability. LYB's input cost advantage and global supply constraints have driven a forecasted 180% earnings increase this year, with EPS estimates up 70% in three months. Despite a recent dividend cut, LYB offers a 3.7% yield and trades at undemanding valuations, supporting moderate bullishness over a multi-year horizon.

LyondellBasell stock surged last month as disruptions connected to the Iran war suggested stronger pricing outlooks for U.S. chemical producers. The stock received multiple price-target increases from analysts.

Commodity chemical stocks' luck looked set to run out after the U.S. and Iran agreed a two-week cease-fire late Tuesday.

Bank of America has downgraded its ratings for three major US chemical companies, citing concerns that recent share price gains may not be sustainable. The investment bank lowered Dow Inc (NYSE:DOW) and LyondellBasell Industries NV (NYSE:LYB) to ‘Underperform,' while Westlake Chemical (NYSE:WLK) was downgraded to ‘Neutral.

Chemical stocks are in focus today, after BofA Global Research downgraded both LyondellBasell Industries NV (NYSE:LYB) and Dow Inc (NYSE:DOW) to "underperform" from "neutral.

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 details Friday, 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.

Allen Mooney and Barnes Investment Advisors LLC cut its holdings in shares of LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE: LYB) by 97.5% during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 6,491 shares of the specialty chemicals company's stock after selling 248,201 shares during

March review of the RIG portfolio highlights 6 dividend raises and 2 cuts among 38 payers, with a forward yield of 6.3%. Key raises, include ENB (5.2%), WEC (6.7%), CVX (4.1%), HSY (6%), EQIX (10%), and SHEL (3.9%), with a Rose Recommendation given for owning each one. LYB and GBDC both cut dividends; LYB is recommended for exit due to poor earnings, while GBDC is held as a speculative buy.

apricus wealth LLC lifted its holdings in LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE: LYB) by 52.8% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 32,555 shares of the specialty chemicals company's stock after buying an additional 11,250 shares during the period. apricus wealth

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE:LYB) has been one of the more dramatic recovery stories in the basic materials sector this year.