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LyondellBasell Industries N.V. Class A (NYSE: LYB) is one of the world’s largest plastics, chemicals, and refining companies, and a member of the S&P 500 index. With operations spanning five continents, the company is a major global manufacturer of essential chemicals and materials such as ethylene, polyethylene, propylene, polypropylene, propylene oxide, oxygenated fuels, and acetyls. Additionally, LyondellBasell is a significant producer of gasoline, diesel, and gasoline blending components.
The company's products play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life globally, being integral to the manufacturing of packaging, electronics, automotive parts, home furnishings, medical supplies, construction materials, and biofuels. Operating from 55 sites in 18 countries, LyondellBasell's business is segmented into five areas: Olefins and Polyolefins – Americas; Olefins and Polyolefins – Europe, Asia and International; Intermediates and Derivatives; Refining; and Technology.
Recent achievements include the strategic review of its European assets to align with the company's core growth strategy and enhance its Circular & Low Carbon Solutions (CLCS) business. LyondellBasell has been expanding its recycling operations with the establishment of a new plastic waste recycling hub in Knapsack, Germany, and new distribution hubs in the UK and Hungary to reduce lead times and improve supply chain efficiency.
Financially, LyondellBasell reported a net income of $473 million for the first quarter of 2024, with an EBITDA of $1.0 billion. The company has a disciplined capital allocation strategy, investing in capital expenditures, returning dividends to shareholders, and maintaining substantial liquidity.
Key partnerships and projects include a joint venture with Alujain Corporation for polypropylene production in Saudi Arabia, leveraging advanced technologies to expand its polypropylene business. Moreover, the company collaborates with brands like CORADIN and Dermalogica to integrate sustainable solutions into consumer products.
LyondellBasell remains committed to driving innovation in the chemical industry, focusing on sustainability and creating value for customers and investors through advanced technology and strategic investments.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.05 per share, scheduled for payment on March 15, 2021. Shareholders on record by March 8, 2021 will be eligible, with an ex-dividend date set for March 5, 2021. As one of the largest companies in the plastics, chemicals, and refining sectors, LyondellBasell continues to advance solutions for modern challenges while strengthening its market position globally.
LyondellBasell reported a net income of $1.4 billion for 2020 and $0.9 billion for Q4 2020, with diluted earnings per share of $4.24 and $2.55, respectively. EBITDA stood at $3.3 billion for the year and $1.4 billion for Q4. The company expanded operational capacity through new joint ventures in China and Louisiana and paid $4.20 per share in dividends. However, a $582 million impairment charge and ongoing challenges in the refining segment influenced overall performance.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) and Sinopec have announced a 50:50 joint venture to produce propylene oxide (PO) and styrene monomer (SM) in China. This venture, named Ningbo ZRCC LyondellBasell New Material Company Limited, will have production capacities of 275 kilotons per annum for PO and 600 kilotons for SM. The new unit in Ningbo is set to start operations by the end of 2021, subject to government approvals. This collaboration aims to cater to China's growing demand for these chemicals, which are key to various industries.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) will announce its fourth-quarter 2020 financial results before the U.S. market opens on January 29, 2021. A teleconference and webcast to discuss these results will take place at 11:00 a.m. EST. Hosted by David Kinney, Director of Investor Relations, the webcast can be accessed via www.lyondellbasell.com/earnings. Replay of the call will be available from 1:00 p.m. EST January 29 until February 28.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) has officially joined the United Nations Global Compact, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability. The initiative encourages companies to align with principles on human rights, labor, and anti-corruption. CEO Bob Patel highlighted the company's focus on reducing plastic waste and addressing climate change. In 2020, LyondellBasell set ambitious recycling targets and launched its MoReTec molecular recycling pilot in Italy. The company is also a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, reflecting its dedication to eliminating environmental plastic waste.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) and SUEZ have expanded their Quality Circular Polymers (QCP) joint venture by acquiring TIVACO, a plastics recycling company in Belgium. This acquisition will enhance QCP's recycling capacity to approximately 55,000 tonnes per year. The move aligns with LyondellBasell's goal to produce 2 million tons of recycled and renewable polymers annually by 2030, contributing to sustainability in plastic production. The TIVACO facility adds to QCP's existing operations, which already process significant volumes of recycled materials for consumer products.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) announced that CEO Bob Patel will address investors at the Citi 2020 Basic Materials Virtual Conference on December 1 at 2:00 p.m. EST. The presentation will be accessible via a live webcast, with a replay available within 24 hours. LyondellBasell is among the world's largest plastics, chemicals, and refining companies, recognized for its products that tackle modern challenges such as food safety and environmental protection. The company was named one of Fortune Magazine's "World's Most Admired Companies" for the third consecutive year.
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.05 per share. This dividend will be paid on December 7, 2020, to shareholders who are on record as of November 30, 2020, with an ex-dividend date set for November 27, 2020. The announcement reinforces LyondellBasell’s commitment to returning value to shareholders and reflects its position as one of the largest plastics, chemicals, and refining companies globally.
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