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The latest update is out from LyondellBasell ( (LYB) ).
On May 1, 2026, LyondellBasell reported first-quarter 2026 net income of $125 million, or $0.38 per diluted share, with EBITDA of $568 million, or $615 million excluding identified items, reflecting sequential improvement driven by operational discipline and commercial execution amid a steeper global petrochemical cost curve caused by the Middle East war. The company also completed the sale of four European olefins and polyolefins sites and related corporate functions to AEQUITA to right-size its footprint, increase portfolio resilience and flexibility, and support its ongoing cash-focused strategy of reducing fixed costs, optimizing working capital, and leveraging low-cost North American production while passing through higher raw material costs in Europe.
The most recent analyst rating on (LYB) stock is a Buy with a $91.00 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.
The score is held back primarily by weakened profitability and higher leverage in a deep industry downcycle, partially offset by still-solid cash generation and constructive earnings-call execution on liquidity and cost/cash initiatives. Technicals are supportive but appear overextended, while valuation benefits from a high dividend yield but is tempered by loss-driven negative P/E.
To see Spark’s full report on LYB stock, click here.
More about LyondellBasell
LyondellBasell Industries is a global petrochemicals company focused on producing olefins, polyolefins and intermediates and derivatives used in plastics and chemicals. The company operates cost-advantaged assets in North America and a portfolio of European facilities, serving global and local demand for essential petrochemical products in both domestic and export markets.
Average Trading Volume: 8,217,116
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy
Current Market Cap: $24.03B
For an in-depth examination of LYB stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.