LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) — Stock Score Summary

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) has a MoatMap StockRank of 72/100 based on Quality (37/100), Value (50/100), and Momentum (69/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. LyondellBasell is a highly cyclical petrochemical manufacturer that acts as a casualty of high energy prices due to its reliance on costly chemical feedstocks.

LyondellBasell Industries is a global leader in plastics, chemicals, and refining, producing a vast array of olefins, polyolefins, advanced polymer solutions, and fuels for various industries. The company's competitive moat is fortified by its immense scale, cost-advantaged access to feedstocks, particularly in North America, and proprietary manufacturing technologies. LyondellBasell is a dominant player in polyolefins, actively investing in circular economy initiatives and sustainable solutions.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$63.82
Market Cap$22.1B
P/E (Forward)8.78
Price/Book2.13
Return on Equity-6.0%
Return on Invested Capital-0.8%
Debt/Equity141.24
Gross Margin9.2%
Operating Margin3.5%
Revenue Growth-6.3%
Dividend Yield6.2%
Free Cash Flow$987M

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. operates in the Specialty Chemicals industry, part of the Basic Materials sector (United Kingdom).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LyondellBasell Industries N.V.’s (LYB) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) is 72/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (37), Value (50), and Momentum (69) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does LyondellBasell Industries N.V. have an economic moat?
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) has a Quality factor score of 37/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is LyondellBasell Industries N.V. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 72/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is LyondellBasell Industries N.V. in?
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB) operates in the Basic Materials sector, specifically the Specialty Chemicals industry (United Kingdom).
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