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12 Jun 2026, 03:28 UTC · 2h ago
LyondellBasell: The Chemical Cycle Is Broken
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Seeking Alpha
12 Jun 2026, 03:28 UTC · 2h ago
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China's capacity expansion and exports are capping the upside for PE/PP margin recovery. — Global oversupply from China directly suppresses pricing power and profit margins for chemical producers like LYB.
-0.60LyondellBasell's net debt/EBITDA ratio remains elevated at 4.0x. — High leverage increases financial risk and limits flexibility during periods of subdued earnings.
-0.40LyondellBasell has implemented cost-cutting, asset sales, and a halved dividend to strengthen its balance sheet. — Operational leaness and capital preservation improve the company's survival prospects and long-term stability.
+0.30The company maintains a feedstock advantage in the U.S. market. — Lower input costs relative to global competitors provide a partial hedge against margin compression.
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The company is rated as a cautious buy with an attractive valuation and leaner operations, though it faces margin pressures and risks from China.
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