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The latest announcement is out from LyondellBasell ( (LYB) ).
On June 5, 2025, LyondellBasell announced an agreement with AEQUITA for the sale of its olefins and polyolefins businesses in Europe, including sites in the UK, Spain, Germany, and France. This move is part of LyondellBasell’s strategic review and transformation plan to focus on core operations and value creation through circular and renewable solutions. The transaction, expected to close in the first half of 2026, involves a put option agreement and exclusive negotiations, with a potential loss on sale estimated between $700 million to $900 million due to various financial adjustments. The sale is anticipated to enhance LyondellBasell’s industry positioning by allowing it to concentrate on profitable leadership in the European market.
The most recent analyst rating on (LYB) stock is a Buy with a $90.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on LyondellBasell stock, see the LYB Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on LYB Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, LYB is a Neutral.
LyondellBasell’s overall stock score reflects a blend of strengths in cash flow management and strategic cost initiatives, tempered by declining revenue, market volatility, and bearish technical indicators. The high dividend yield and reasonable valuation offer compensation, but challenges in profitability and market conditions necessitate careful management.
To see Spark’s full report on LYB stock, click here.
More about LyondellBasell
LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry, focusing on creating solutions for sustainable living through advanced technology and investments. It is one of the world’s largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, developing and marketing high-quality products for applications in sustainable transportation, food safety, clean water, and healthcare.
Average Trading Volume: 4,143,107
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: $17.9B
See more data about LYB stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.
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