LyondellBasell Analysts Raise Price Targets

Several analysts have updated their ratings and price targets for the chemical company.

Feb. 9, 2026 at 12:47pm

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Several analysts have recently updated their ratings and price targets for LyondellBasell Industries (NYSE: LYB). Royal Bank Of Canada raised their price target from $49.00 to $51.00 and maintained a 'sector perform' rating on the stock. LyondellBasell also recently declared a quarterly dividend of $1.37 per share, representing an annualized dividend yield of 9.9%.

Why it matters

LyondellBasell is a major global chemical company that produces a wide range of products used in packaging, automotive, construction, electronics and consumer goods. Analyst ratings and price targets provide insight into the company's financial performance and outlook, which is important for investors and the broader industry.

The details

In other news, LyondellBasell executive Kimberly A. Foley acquired 5,661 shares of the company's stock at an average price of $43.56 per share, for a total transaction of $246,593.16. This increased her ownership stake in the company by 9.13%. LyondellBasell's integrated operations encompass the manufacture of olefins, polyolefins, advanced polymer products, chemical intermediates and refining activities.

  • The quarterly dividend was paid on Monday, December 8th to shareholders of record on Monday, December 1st.
  • The insider share acquisition by Kimberly A. Foley took place on Wednesday, November 12th.

The players

Royal Bank Of Canada

An investment bank that covers LyondellBasell Industries and recently raised their price target on the stock.

Kimberly A. Foley

An executive vice president at LyondellBasell Industries who recently acquired additional shares in the company.

LyondellBasell Industries N.V.

A global chemical company headquartered in Houston, Texas that specializes in the production of polyolefins and advanced polymers.

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What they’re saying

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— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

The takeaway

Analyst price target increases and insider share purchases suggest confidence in LyondellBasell's financial performance and growth prospects, despite broader economic uncertainty. The company's diversified portfolio of chemical products used across many industries positions it well to navigate changing market conditions.