LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)

Over the past six months, LyondellBasell's stock price has underperformed the S&P500 Index. Key events impacting the stock price include earnings reports, operational changes and strategic reviews, a dividend increase, and insider and institutional activity. The company reported a net loss in Q4 2024 and net income in Q1 2025. LyondellBasell ceased operations at its Houston refinery, announced plans to close its Dutch PO joint venture, and entered into an agreement for the sale of four European chemical facilities. The company also announced a Cash Improvement Plan and made a final investment decision to expand its U.S. propylene capacity. LyondellBasell announced an increase to its quarterly dividend. There have been insider purchases of LYB stock, and institutional investors have shown mixed activity.

Demand for LyondellBasell's products and services exhibits seasonality, with anticipated seasonal demand improvements across most businesses in the second quarter, particularly for oxyfuels. Seasonally slower demand for olefins and polyolefins typically impacts volumes and margins in the fourth quarter outside of North America. Global demand for packaging is expected to remain robust, while demand for durable goods and automotive production can impact margins. The company's business economics are also significantly influenced by the volatile prices of raw materials.

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. is a global leader in the chemical industry, specializing in plastics, chemicals, and refining. The company operates within the Basic Materials sector, specifically in the Chemicals industry, with a significant presence in Petrochemical Manufacturing and Plastic & Resin Manufacturing. The company's major products include olefins and polyolefins, intermediates and derivatives, refined products, advanced polymer solutions, and technology.

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. is incorporated in the Netherlands, with its U.S. operations headquartered in Houston, Texas, and offices in London, UK. The company operates in over 100 countries and manufactures products at 55 sites across 18 countries. Its major markets and operational regions include North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and other regions such as Argentina, Brazil, UAE, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Africa, and the Middle East.

LyondellBasell has focused on enhancing its brand reputation through sustainability initiatives, including investments in advanced recycling technologies and GHG emission reduction. The company emphasizes safety, integrity, teamwork, and results as its core values. A 2022 Nature Benchmark assessment indicated LyondellBasell's performance was "below average," with substantial opportunities for improvement in the Ecosystems and biodiversity area.

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. operates with a publicly traded ownership structure. Institutional investors hold a significant portion of shares, accounting for approximately 73.05% to 82.52% of total shares held. Major institutional owners include Vanguard Group Inc., BlackRock, Inc., Dodge & Cox, State Street Corp, Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc, Geode Capital Management, Llc and Access Industries, Inc. Individual investors hold a smaller percentage of the company's shares.