LyondellBasell is rated Hold due to elevated recession risk, unsustainable dividend, and uncertain cycle timing. Q3 results showed stabilization with adjusted EBITDA of $835M, but significant impairments and weak segments persist. Dividend yield stands at 12.5%, but negative FCF and management commentary signal a likely cut within two quarters.

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LyondellBasell Industries (LYB) faces deteriorating financials and segment declines, raising concerns about dividend sustainability despite management's commitment. Q3 saw double-digit sales and EPS declines year-over-year, with all five segments posting weaker results and significant impairment charges. LYB's current near-13% dividend yield signals elevated risk; rising leverage (net debt/EBITDA up to 3.6x) further heightens caution.

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California Public Employees Retirement System grew its position in shares of LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE: LYB) by 5.7% in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 449,747 shares of the specialty chemicals company's stock after buying an additional 24,325 shares during

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. trades at an extreme valuation discount, with a 12.8% forward yield and 11.8x FY2 P/E. Recent Q3 earnings reflect cyclical and external headwinds, but consensus projects a robust EPS recovery starting FY 2026. LYB's maintained dividend signals management's confidence in navigating downturns and underscores the temporary nature of current challenges.