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LyondellBasell Industries N.V. reports news about its global chemical and polymers business, including quarterly earnings, segment performance and management discussion of petrochemical market conditions. The company develops, manufactures and markets polymers and polyolefin technologies used in applications such as transportation, food safety, clean water and healthcare, while also discussing circular and low-carbon initiatives.
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LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) has secured ISCC PLUS certification for certain polyethylene and polypropylene grades produced at its U.S. sites, enhancing its Circulen product line. This recognition enables the company to trace recycled and renewable materials effectively and will allow them to offer mass balance certificates. Production of CirculenRevive products, made from plastic waste, will commence with plans to increase output in line with rising demand. The certification is a pivotal part of the company's commitment to advancing the circular economy and sustainable materials.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) announced on September 8, 2021, its consideration of strategic options for its Gulf Coast Refining Segment, potentially including a sale. CEO Bob Patel stated the Houston Refinery is an asset that may have greater value as part of a larger system. The refinery, capable of processing 268,000 barrels of crude oil per day, produces various fuels and chemicals and is located on the Houston Ship Channel. The company did not provide assurances about the process's outcome or timing, with Bank of America advising on this strategic review.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) announced the retirement of CEO Bhavesh V. Patel, effective December 31, 2021. Patel will remain with the company until then, ensuring a smooth transition. Under his leadership since 2015, the company expanded its global portfolio and increased cash flows. LyondellBasell aims to produce 2 million metric tons of recycled polymers by 2030. The Board has formed a sub-committee to search for Patel's successor, considering both internal and external candidates.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) announced a quarterly dividend of $1.13 per share, payable on September 7, 2021, to shareholders recorded by August 30, 2021. The ex-dividend date is set for August 27, 2021. LyondellBasell is a leading global producer of plastics, chemicals, and refining, recognized for its contributions to modern challenges such as food safety and water purity. In 2021, it earned a spot on FORTUNE Magazine's list of the “World’s Most Admired Companies” for the fourth consecutive year.
LyondellBasell reported a record net income of $2.1 billion or $6.13 per share for Q2 2021, driven by strong demand and tight market conditions. EBITDA reached $3.0 billion, marking a significant increase from previous quarters. The company generated $1.9 billion in cash from operations, allowing for a 7.6% increase in the quarterly dividend to $1.13 per share. LyondellBasell reduced net debt from $13.6 billion to $12.7 billion and plans to further decrease it by up to $4 billion by year-end. The outlook remains strong, with expectations for continued demand growth.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) will announce its second-quarter 2021 financial results on July 30, 2021, before market opens. A teleconference, hosted by David Kinney, will follow at 11:00 a.m. EDT to discuss the results. Presentation slides will be available during the call, and a replay of the call can be accessed from 1:00 p.m. EDT on July 30 through August 30, 2021. The company, a leading producer in the plastics and chemicals sector, continues to advance solutions for modern challenges and has been recognized on FORTUNE Magazine's list of the 'World's Most Admired Companies'.
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LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) announced a quarterly dividend increase of $1.13 per share, marking a 7.6% rise from the previous quarter. This dividend will be paid on June 14, 2021, to shareholders on record as of June 7, 2021, with an ex-dividend date set for June 4, 2021. CEO Bob Patel emphasized the company's strategic investments that have strengthened earnings and expressed confidence in delivering consistent returns to shareholders, aiming for 11 consecutive years of annual dividend growth.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) announced that CEO Bob Patel will participate in a virtual fireside chat at the Goldman Sachs Industrials Conference on May 13, 2021, at 9:40 a.m. EDT. This event will be accessible via a live webcast, with a replay available within 24 hours. LyondellBasell is a leading producer in plastics and chemicals, known for its innovative solutions in diverse applications such as food safety and water supply protection. The company has been recognized on FORTUNE Magazine's list of the 'World's Most Admired Companies' for four consecutive years.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) advances the circular economy by initiating commercial production of virgin quality polymers from plastic waste at its Wesseling, Germany facility. This innovation transforms plastic waste into ethylene and propylene, used to create polypropylene and polyethylene. The company aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 15% per ton by 2030 and produce two million metric tons of recycled or renewable polymers annually. Additionally, a pilot plant in Italy is developing molecular recycling technology, complementing their mechanical recycling efforts under the Circulen brand.