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LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE: LYB) is a global chemical company that describes itself as a leader in the industry and one of the world’s largest producers of polymers. The LYB news feed on Stock Titan brings together company announcements, earnings updates, financing developments and strategic transactions that shape the outlook for this major petrochemical and polymer producer.
Recent news releases from LyondellBasell highlight quarterly earnings results, dividend declarations, and details of its Cash Improvement Plan and portfolio actions. Investors can follow how margins, volumes and operating rates in olefins, polyolefins, intermediates and derivatives, and advanced polymer solutions influence reported results. Earnings announcements are typically accompanied by conference call and webcast information, giving context around market conditions, cost management and capital allocation.
LyondellBasell news also covers capital markets and financing activity, such as public offerings of guaranteed notes through its finance subsidiary and amendments to its credit agreements and receivables facility. These items provide insight into the company’s approach to managing leverage, liquidity and its investment-grade balance sheet.
Strategic updates are another key component of LYB news. The company has reported on agreements and negotiations for the sale of selected European olefins and polyolefins assets, reflecting its broader European strategic assessment and portfolio optimization efforts. Statements about circular and low carbon solutions, including investments in chemical recycling and recycled and renewable-based polymers, often appear in these communications.
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LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) reported Q1 2026 net income of $125 million (diluted EPS $0.38), or $163 million excluding identified items (EPS $0.49). First-quarter EBITDA was $568 million ($615 million excl. items).
The company used $269 million cash from operations, held $2.6 billion cash, and had $7.3 billion available liquidity. LYB completed the sale of four European sites and expects significant sequential improvement in Q2 driven by tighter supply and favorable pricing after Middle East disruptions.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) completed the sale of select European olefins and polyolefins assets and associated business functions to AEQUITA on May 1, 2026, marking a milestone in its European strategic assessment. The assets sold are located in Berre (France), Münchsmünster (Germany), Carrington (UK) and Tarragona (Spain), while LYB will continue to operate its Advanced Polymer Solutions business in Tarragona. The divested business will operate as Velogy. LYB said the divestiture supports portfolio concentration on higher-return assets, enhances financial flexibility, and follows required employee consultation and customary closing conditions. Financial advisors were Citi and J.P. Morgan; legal counsel was Linklaters.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) released its 2025 Sustainability Report, Vision to Value: Maintaining Our Focus, highlighting record safety and emissions reductions. Key metrics: total recordable incident rate of 0.120, ~3.2 million metric tons reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG, an estimated 29% cut in annual scope 3 (vs 2020), and ~206,000 metric tons of recycled and renewable-based polymers produced. Construction continues on the MoReTec-1 chemical recycling facility in Wesseling, Germany, targeted for 2027. The report emphasizes operational excellence, partnerships, and circular low-carbon solutions to support long-term value.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) announced that its proxy materials and 2025 annual report on Form 10-K are available online for the 2026 annual general meeting to be held on May 22, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. Central European Summer Time.
Shareholders of record as of April 24, 2026 may vote; printed proxy materials are available upon request at no charge and the company expects to mail the Notice shortly after the record date.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) will release its first-quarter 2026 financial results before U.S. markets open on Friday, May 1, 2026. A webcast and teleconference to discuss results will be held at 11:00 a.m. EDT, hosted by David Kinney, head of investor relations.
Presentation slides will be posted at www.lyb.com/earnings at the time of the call. A replay will be available from 1:00 p.m. EDT on May 1 through May 31, 2026 with provided dial-in numbers and access ID.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) named David Dennison as head of investor relations, effective May 8, 2026, succeeding Dave Kinney, who will retire after nearly 35 years of service.
Dennison joined LYB in 2007, brings nearly 30 years of industry experience, has held leadership roles across planning, commercial and strategic functions, and most recently served as VP of Circular and Low Carbon Solutions. He holds a B.S. in chemical engineering from Texas A&M and an MBA from Wharton.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) announced that Agustin Izquierdo, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the 2026 J.P. Morgan Industrials Conference in Washington, D.C., on March 17, 2026 at 3:40 p.m. EDT. A live webcast and presentation slides will be available at the company's investor events page, with a replay posted within 24 hours.
LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) updated its 2030 climate and circularity goals on Feb 23, 2026 to reflect near-term achievability and capital discipline. Key revisions: Scope 1 & 2 GHG reduction of 32% by 2030 (2020 baseline) and a circularity target of 800,000 metric tons of recycled and renewable-based polymers annually by 2030. The company cites progress on MoReTec-1 catalytic recycling plant and projects to procure a minimum of 50% renewable electricity by 2030. The updates will not affect supply commitments or commercial contracts. A full Sustainability Report is planned for April 2026.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) said Agustin Izquierdo, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will speak in a fireside chat at the 2026 Bank of America Global Agriculture and Materials Conference on Feb. 26, 2026 at 9:45 a.m. EST in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
A live webcast will be available at the company's investor events page, with a replay posted within 24 hours.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.69 per share, a reduction of $0.68 from the fourth quarter 2025 dividend. The dividend is payable March 9, 2026, with ex-dividend and record date of March 2, 2026.
The company returned approximately $2 billion to shareholders in 2025 and says it will prioritize safety, reliability, cost reductions and opportunities to enhance profitability in 2026 while maintaining a target to return 70% of free cash flow to shareholders through the cycle.