BASF SE (BAS) - Total Assets

Latest as of September 2025: €76.44 Billion EUR ≈ $89.37 Billion USD

Based on the latest financial reports, BASF SE (BAS) holds total assets worth €76.44 Billion EUR (≈ $89.37 Billion USD) as of September 2025. Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments. Check BAS total capital reinvestment ratio to assess the company's total reinvestment commitment from operating cash flow.

BASF SE - Total Assets Trend (1999–2024)

This chart illustrates how BASF SE's total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore investment intensity of BASF SE to see how much of total assets are deployed in long-term investments.

BASF SE - Asset Composition Analysis

Current Asset Composition (December 2024)

BASF SE's total assets of €76.44 Billion consist of 38.8% current assets and 61.2% non-current assets.

Asset Category Amount (EUR) % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents €2.91 Billion 3.6%
Accounts Receivable €12.33 Billion 15.3%
Inventory €13.68 Billion 17.0%
Property, Plant & Equipment €27.20 Billion 33.8%
Intangible Assets €4.26 Billion 5.3%
Goodwill €7.72 Billion 9.6%

Asset Composition Trend (1999–2024)

This chart illustrates how BASF SE's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution. For live market cap, price, and company overview, see BASF SE market cap and net worth.

Key Asset Composition Facts

  • Current vs. Non-Current Assets: BASF SE's current assets represent 38.8% of total assets in 2024, a decrease from 41.9% in 1999.
  • Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 3.6% of total assets in 2024, up from 3.3% in 1999.
  • Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 14.0% of total assets, an increase from 7.0% in 1999.
  • Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is property, plant & equipment at 33.8% of total assets.

BASF SE Competitors by Total Assets

Key competitors of BASF SE based on total assets are shown below.

Company Country Total Assets
Jiangxi Ganfeng Lithium Co Ltd
SHE:002460
China CN¥110.20 Billion
Zhejiang Sanmei Chemical Industry Co Ltd
SHG:603379
China CN¥9.36 Billion
Sichuan Hebang Biotechnology Co Ltd
SHG:603077
China CN¥29.29 Billion
GRIPM Advanced Materials Co. Ltd. A
SHG:688456
China CN¥1.83 Billion
Inner Mongolia Lantai Industrial Co Ltd
SHG:600328
China CN¥25.24 Billion
Jiangsu Hengxing New Material
SHG:603276
China CN¥1.92 Billion
Shaanxi Heimao Coking Co Ltd
SHG:601015
China CN¥19.72 Billion
Nanjing Cosmos Chemical Co Ltd
SHE:300856
China CN¥4.05 Billion

BASF SE - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis

Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.

Key Liquidity Metrics

Metric Current 1 Year Ago 5 Years Ago
Current Ratio 1.92 1.87 1.83
Quick Ratio 1.16 1.03 1.23
Cash Ratio 0.11 0.15 0.00
Working Capital €15.84 Billion €14.73 Billion €13.59 Billion

BASF SE - Advanced Valuation Insights

This section examines the relationship between BASF SE's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.

Key Valuation Metrics

Current Price-to-Book Ratio 1.33
Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio 0.57
Asset Growth Rate (YoY) 0.6%
Total Assets €80.42 Billion
Market Capitalization $45.45 Billion USD

Valuation Analysis

Below Book Valuation: The market values BASF SE's assets below their book value (0.57x), which may indicate investor concerns about asset quality or future growth.

Positive Asset Growth: BASF SE's assets grew by 0.6% over the past year, showing continued investment in the company's operational capacity.

Annual Total Assets for BASF SE (1999–2024)

The table below shows the annual total assets of BASF SE from 1999 to 2024.

Year Total Assets Change
2024-12-31 €80.42 Billion
≈ $94.01 Billion
+0.61%
2023-12-31 €79.93 Billion
≈ $93.44 Billion
-5.38%
2022-12-31 €84.47 Billion
≈ $98.76 Billion
-3.33%
2021-12-31 €87.38 Billion
≈ $102.16 Billion
+8.83%
2020-12-31 €80.29 Billion
≈ $93.87 Billion
-7.66%
2019-12-31 €86.95 Billion
≈ $101.65 Billion
+1.69%
2018-12-31 €85.50 Billion
≈ $99.96 Billion
+9.83%
2017-12-31 €77.85 Billion
≈ $91.01 Billion
+2.79%
2016-12-31 €75.73 Billion
≈ $88.54 Billion
+7.87%
2015-12-31 €70.21 Billion
≈ $82.08 Billion
-0.81%
2014-12-31 €70.78 Billion
≈ $82.75 Billion
+11.10%
2013-12-31 €63.70 Billion
≈ $74.48 Billion
+0.95%
2012-12-31 €63.10 Billion
≈ $73.77 Billion
+3.15%
2011-12-31 €61.17 Billion
≈ $71.52 Billion
+3.00%
2010-12-31 €59.39 Billion
≈ $69.44 Billion
+15.85%
2009-12-31 €51.27 Billion
≈ $59.94 Billion
+0.80%
2008-12-31 €50.86 Billion
≈ $59.46 Billion
+8.67%
2007-12-31 €46.80 Billion
≈ $54.72 Billion
+3.34%
2006-12-31 €45.29 Billion
≈ $52.95 Billion
+27.07%
2005-12-31 €35.64 Billion
≈ $41.67 Billion
+5.17%
2004-12-31 €33.89 Billion
≈ $39.62 Billion
+1.04%
2003-12-31 €33.54 Billion
≈ $39.22 Billion
-4.48%
2002-12-31 €35.12 Billion
≈ $41.06 Billion
-4.93%
2001-12-31 €36.94 Billion
≈ $43.19 Billion
-4.15%
2000-12-31 €38.54 Billion
≈ $45.06 Billion
+28.33%
1999-12-31 €30.03 Billion
≈ $35.11 Billion
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About BASF SE

XETRA:BAS Germany Chemicals
Market Cap
$52.05 Billion
€44.52 Billion EUR
Market Cap Rank
#592 Global
#121 in Germany
Share Price
€49.89
Change (1 day)
+1.58%
52-Week Range
€41.28 - €54.74
All Time High
€64.37
About

BASF SE operates as a chemical company worldwide. It operates through six segments: Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care, and Agricultural Solutions. The Chemicals segment provides petrochemicals and intermediates. The Materials segment offers advanced materials and their precursors for applications and systems comprising isocyanates, polyamides, and … Read more