LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB) has net assets worth $10.72 Billion USD as of September 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets ($33.79 Billion) and total liabilities ($23.06 Billion). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. Check LYB cash and liquid asset ratio to evaluate the company's liquid asset resilience ratio.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | $10.72 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 31.74% |
| Annual Growth Rate | N/A |
| 5-Year Change | 55.33% |
| 10-Year Change | 91.48% |
| Growth Volatility | 22.44 |
LyondellBasell Industries NV - Net Assets Trend (2008–2024)
This chart illustrates how LyondellBasell Industries NV's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Also explore balance sheet size of LyondellBasell Industries NV for the complete picture of this company's asset base.
Annual Net Assets for LyondellBasell Industries NV (2008–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of LyondellBasell Industries NV from 2008 to 2024. For live valuation and market cap data, see market value of LyondellBasell Industries NV.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | $12.59 Billion | -3.60% |
| 2023-12-31 | $13.06 Billion | +2.47% |
| 2022-12-31 | $12.74 Billion | +6.30% |
| 2021-12-31 | $11.99 Billion | +47.93% |
| 2020-12-31 | $8.10 Billion | -0.92% |
| 2019-12-31 | $8.18 Billion | -21.33% |
| 2018-12-31 | $10.40 Billion | +16.16% |
| 2017-12-31 | $8.95 Billion | +47.37% |
| 2016-12-31 | $6.07 Billion | -7.62% |
| 2015-12-31 | $6.57 Billion | -21.21% |
| 2014-12-31 | $8.34 Billion | -33.32% |
| 2013-12-31 | $12.51 Billion | +11.94% |
| 2012-12-31 | $11.18 Billion | +5.00% |
| 2011-12-31 | $10.65 Billion | -8.18% |
| 2010-12-31 | $11.60 Billion | +231.07% |
| 2009-12-31 | $-8.85 Billion | -48.79% |
| 2008-12-31 | $-5.95 Billion | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to LyondellBasell Industries NV's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 1576500000000.0% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2024)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | $9.32 Billion | 74.83% |
| Common Stock | $19.00 Million | 0.15% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | $-1.53 Billion | -12.29% |
| Other Components | $4.65 Billion | 37.31% |
| Total Equity | $12.46 Billion | 100.00% |
LyondellBasell Industries NV Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of LyondellBasell Industries NV ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Mega Financial Holding Co Ltd
TW:2886
|
$18.55 Billion |
|
Knorr-Bremse AG
F:KBX
|
$18.55 Billion |
|
RB Global Inc.
NYSE:RBA
|
$18.57 Billion |
|
Amcor PLC
NYSE:AMCR
|
$18.58 Billion |
|
Banco Bradesco S/A ADR
NYSE:BBDO
|
$18.54 Billion |
|
China Spacesat Co Ltd
SHG:600118
|
$18.53 Billion |
|
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc
NASDAQ:MTSI
|
$18.53 Billion |
|
KNORR-BREMS. UNSP.ADRS1/4
F:KBXA
|
$18.50 Billion |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in LyondellBasell Industries NV's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 12,930,000,000 to 12,462,000,000, a change of -468,000,000 (-3.6%).
- Net income of 1,360,000,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 1,720,000,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 195,000,000 reduced equity.
- Other comprehensive income decreased equity by 56,000,000.
- Other factors increased equity by 143,000,000.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | $1.36 Billion | +10.91% |
| Dividends Paid | $1.72 Billion | -13.8% |
| Share Repurchases | $195.00 Million | -1.56% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | $-56.00 Million | -0.45% |
| Other Changes | $143.00 Million | +1.15% |
| Total Change | $- | -3.62% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares LyondellBasell Industries NV's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 1.92x
- The company is trading above its book value, indicating the market recognizes value beyond its reported assets.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-12-31 | $-10.78 | $73.48 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | $-15.91 | $73.48 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | $20.38 | $73.48 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | $18.52 | $73.48 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | $19.31 | $73.48 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | $21.89 | $73.48 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | $15.96 | $73.48 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | $14.06 | $73.48 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | $14.40 | $73.48 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | $22.43 | $73.48 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | $26.37 | $73.48 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | $22.79 | $73.48 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | $23.87 | $73.48 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | $35.50 | $73.48 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | $38.46 | $73.48 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | $39.66 | $73.48 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | $38.23 | $73.48 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently LyondellBasell Industries NV utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 10.91%
- The company shows good efficiency in utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 3.37%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.13x
- • Equity Multiplier: 2.87x
- Recent ROE (10.91%) is below the historical average (36.01%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 0.00% | -14.44% | 1.77x | 0.00x | $-6.71 Billion |
| 2009 | 0.00% | -9.29% | 1.11x | 0.00x | $-1.97 Billion |
| 2010 | 88.00% | 24.67% | 1.61x | 2.21x | $9.00 Billion |
| 2011 | 20.27% | 4.46% | 2.11x | 2.16x | $1.09 Billion |
| 2012 | 25.57% | 6.28% | 1.87x | 2.17x | $1.73 Billion |
| 2013 | 30.91% | 8.75% | 1.61x | 2.19x | $2.61 Billion |
| 2014 | 50.20% | 9.15% | 1.88x | 2.91x | $3.34 Billion |
| 2015 | 68.34% | 13.67% | 1.44x | 3.47x | $3.82 Billion |
| 2016 | 63.43% | 13.14% | 1.24x | 3.88x | $3.23 Billion |
| 2017 | 54.52% | 14.15% | 1.32x | 2.93x | $3.98 Billion |
| 2018 | 45.71% | 12.02% | 1.38x | 2.76x | $3.66 Billion |
| 2019 | 42.14% | 9.76% | 1.14x | 3.78x | $2.59 Billion |
| 2020 | 17.81% | 5.12% | 0.78x | 4.44x | $622.90 Million |
| 2021 | 47.31% | 12.15% | 1.26x | 3.10x | $4.42 Billion |
| 2022 | 30.77% | 7.69% | 1.39x | 2.88x | $2.62 Billion |
| 2023 | 16.35% | 5.14% | 1.11x | 2.86x | $821.00 Million |
| 2024 | 10.91% | 3.37% | 1.13x | 2.87x | $113.80 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares LyondellBasell Industries NV's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Specialty Chemicals industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Specialty Chemicals
- Average net assets among peers: $1,483,598,555
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 2.55%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB) | $10.72 Billion | 0.00% | 2.15x | $18.54 Billion |
| Albemarle Corp (ALB) | $5.81 Billion | 2.13% | 0.89x | $19.80 Billion |
| Alto Ingredients Inc (ALTO) | $4.98 Million | -32.65% | 0.10x | $212.84 Million |
| Aemetis Inc (AMTX) | $-201.85 Million | 0.00% | 0.00x | $154.69 Million |
| Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD) | $2.10 Billion | 12.92% | 1.14x | $62.29 Billion |
| Ashland Global Holdings Inc (ASH) | $2.71 Billion | 13.97% | 1.77x | $2.50 Billion |
| Avient Corp (AVNT) | $2.34 Billion | 3.24% | 1.55x | $3.16 Billion |
| Axalta Coating Systems Ltd (AXTA) | $1.14 Billion | 8.03% | 4.13x | $6.08 Billion |
| Balchem Corporation (BCPC) | $938.28 Million | 11.23% | 0.73x | $5.17 Billion |
| BioNexus Gene Lab Corp Common stock (BGLC) | $1.52 Million | 1.74% | 0.09x | $4.73 Million |
| Bon Natural Life Ltd (BON) | $4.55 Million | 4.91% | 2.66x | $7.17 Million |
About LyondellBasell Industries NV
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. operates as a chemical company in the United States, Germany, Mexico, Italy, Poland, France, Japan, China, the Netherlands, and internationally. The company operates in six segments: Olefins and Polyolefins"Americas; Olefins and Polyolefins"Europe, Asia, International; Intermediates and Derivatives; Advanced Polymer Solutions; Refining; and Technology. It produces a… Read more