
LyondellBasell Industries (LYB) Stock Forecast & Price Target
LyondellBasell Industries (LYB) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
LyondellBasell Industries' positive outlook is supported by projections of significant improvements in global macroeconomic conditions, particularly in post-COVID China and Europe, which could lead to an EBITDA of approximately $4.5 billion. Additionally, the company has experienced quarter-over-quarter enhancements in its Olefins and Polyolefins – North America (O&P-NA) pricing and margins, alongside increased export demand, indicating robust operational performance. The expectation of flattish pricing coupled with gains from higher industry operating rates further underscores LyondellBasell's strong financial positioning going forward.
Bears say
LyondellBasell Industries is experiencing significant financial challenges, with a notable decline of 53% in its North American operations primarily attributed to lower ethylene margins and operational downtime. The company also faces weakness in its I&D sector, with oversupply in the oxyfuels market and declining margins in styrene contributing to disappointing performance. Additionally, the overall third-quarter outlook suggests that earnings are trending lower than typical seasonal levels, further indicating a precarious financial position.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of LyondellBasell Industries and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
LyondellBasell Industries (LYB) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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