LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 11.09% | 13.04% | 13.44% | 13.72% | 14.24% | 12.37% | 11.24% | 12.55% | 13.09% | 14.41% | 16.96% | 18.69% | 19.01% | 19.63% | 18.12% | 14.22% | 12.23% | 11.80% | 12.91% | 14.11% |
| Operating profit margin | 4.29% | 6.52% | 6.98% | 7.25% | 8.01% | 8.51% | 7.72% | 9.36% | 10.11% | 10.41% | 13.01% | 14.62% | 14.67% | 16.36% | 12.81% | 7.99% | 5.62% | 5.23% | 8.57% | 10.18% |
| Pretax margin | 3.97% | 6.41% | 6.80% | 6.20% | 6.27% | 6.84% | 6.19% | 7.95% | 9.47% | 9.90% | 12.59% | 14.49% | 14.70% | 16.51% | 12.98% | 7.87% | 4.99% | 4.44% | 7.88% | 9.72% |
| Net profit margin | 3.39% | 5.18% | 5.56% | 5.08% | 5.06% | 5.51% | 4.90% | 6.39% | 7.69% | 7.99% | 10.15% | 11.63% | 12.12% | 13.90% | 11.57% | 8.00% | 5.12% | 4.19% | 6.76% | 8.12% |
The analysis of LyondellBasell Industries NV profitability ratios over the past five years reveals fluctuations in its financial performance:
1. Gross Profit Margin:
- The gross profit margin fluctuated between 11.09% and 19.63% during the period, showing some volatility. While there was an increasing trend initially, the margin started to decline towards the end of the period.
2. Operating Profit Margin:
- The operating profit margin ranged from 4.29% to 16.36%, indicating significant variability. There were periods of improvement, particularly in mid-2021, but the margin decreased towards the end of the period, reaching a low of 4.29%.
3. Pretax Margin:
- The pretax margin fluctuated between 3.97% and 16.51%, showing notable variations over the period. The margin peaked in mid-2021 but decreased towards the end of the period, hitting a low of 3.97%.
4. Net Profit Margin:
- The net profit margin ranged from 3.39% to 13.90%, indicating fluctuations in profitability. There were periods of higher profitability, especially in late 2021, but the margin decreased towards the end of the period, touching a low of 3.39%.
In conclusion, while the profitability ratios of LyondellBasell Industries NV experienced some positive trends and peaks during the period, there were also instances of decline and volatility. It is essential for stakeholders to closely monitor these ratios to assess the company's overall financial health and performance.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 4.84% | 7.26% | 7.87% | 8.22% | 9.05% | 9.55% | 9.05% | 12.27% | 14.03% | 15.14% | 18.80% | 19.41% | 18.43% | 17.47% | 12.16% | 6.55% | 4.40% | 4.58% | 8.13% | 10.94% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 3.82% | 5.76% | 6.26% | 5.77% | 5.71% | 6.19% | 5.74% | 8.37% | 10.68% | 11.62% | 14.67% | 15.44% | 15.23% | 14.84% | 10.98% | 6.56% | 4.01% | 3.67% | 6.42% | 8.73% |
| Return on total capital | 15.99% | 23.12% | 24.91% | 23.45% | 24.67% | 24.41% | 23.04% | 32.24% | 39.14% | 47.89% | 60.05% | 61.10% | 60.54% | 59.42% | 51.02% | 36.02% | 29.95% | 28.74% | 35.70% | 47.41% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 10.97% | 15.66% | 17.27% | 16.28% | 16.35% | 17.28% | 16.29% | 23.87% | 30.77% | 34.79% | 44.41% | 46.04% | 47.19% | 48.64% | 38.87% | 26.66% | 17.81% | 16.04% | 27.52% | 37.07% |
Based on the provided data, we can observe the following trends in LyondellBasell Industries NV profitability ratios:
1. Operating Return on Assets (Operating ROA):
- The Operating ROA shows a fluctuating trend over the observed periods, with a high of 19.41% on March 31, 2022, and a low of 4.40% on December 31, 2020.
- There was a significant improvement in Operating ROA from December 31, 2020, to September 30, 2021, showing a gradual increase in operational efficiency and profitability.
2. Return on Assets (ROA):
- ROA also demonstrates variability over the quarters, with a peak of 15.44% on March 31, 2022, and a trough of 3.67% on September 30, 2020.
- Despite fluctuations, ROA generally follows an increasing trend from September 30, 2020, to June 30, 2022, indicating a relatively strengthened asset utilization and profitability.
3. Return on Total Capital:
- The Return on Total Capital fluctuates significantly, reaching its highest point of 61.10% on March 31, 2022, and the lowest value of 15.99% on December 31, 2024.
- Return on Total Capital portrays a mixed performance, demonstrating periods of high and low returns on the capital invested in the business.
4. Return on Equity (ROE):
- ROE displays a varying pattern over the quarters, with the highest value of 48.64% on September 30, 2021, and the lowest figure of 10.97% on December 31, 2024.
- The trend in ROE indicates fluctuations in shareholders' returns, with some periods showing a strong return on equity and others reflecting a less favorable performance.
In summary, the profitability ratios of LyondellBasell Industries NV reveal fluctuations and mixed performance in terms of asset utilization, operational efficiency, capital returns, and shareholder value creation over the observed quarters. Investors and stakeholders may consider these trends while evaluating the company's financial health and future prospects.
See also:
LyondellBasell Industries NV Profitability Ratios (Quarterly Data)