LyondellBasell Industries N.V.
S&P 500Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32
Dividend Safety Rating
LYB's dividend shows several warning signs. Strengths include a 1.5x current ratio & 11+ yrs dividend streak. Areas of concern: 1146.8% earnings payout ratio & 459.4% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 5.35% 5-year CAGR.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
- Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.
- Current Ratio: 1.5xStrong short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
Risks
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 1146.8%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 459.4%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 174.1%Operating cash flow leaves little room for the payout.
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SafeAbout LyondellBasell Industries N.V.
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. is a leading global chemical company that develops, manufactures, and markets polymers, chemicals, and related solutions. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company produces polyethylene, polypropylene, and olefins through its Olefins and Polyolefins segments operating across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and International markets. Its Intermediates and Derivatives segment manufactures propylene oxide, oxyfuels, and specialty chemicals used in polyurethanes, coatings, and other applications. The Advanced Polymer Solutions segment offers compounding, engineered plastics, and specialty materials for automotive, packaging, and industrial uses. LyondellBasell also operates a refining business processing crude oil into gasoline and distillates, and maintains a Technology segment that develops and licenses chemical and polyolefin process technologies and catalysts. The company's products serve diverse end-markets including food and beverage packaging, transportation, healthcare, agriculture, and infrastructure, with a strategic focus on circular and low-carbon solutions to support sustainable living.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
6.69%
Annual Dividend
$4.80
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
1146.81%
FCF Payout Ratio
459.38%
Stock Price
$71.76
52-Week Range
$41.58 – $83.94
Dividend History (2016–2025)
LYB annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
LYB earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
March 2, 2026
Last Payment Date
March 9, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
-14.47%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
5.35%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
6.01%
3-Year Total Growth
-37.43%
5-Year Total Growth
29.76%
10-Year Total Growth
79.28%
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