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Jun 30, 2020
LyondellBasell Q2 2020 Earnings Report
LyondellBasell demonstrated resilience amidst COVID-19, leveraging operational excellence and cost management.
Key Takeaways
LyondellBasell reported a net income of $0.3 billion for Q2 2020, or $0.94 per share. The company generated $1.3 billion in cash from operating activities and bolstered liquidity to $5.8 billion. Demand declines were observed in transportation fuels and automotive manufacturing, but improvements were seen in polyethylene exports and refining margins towards the end of the quarter.
Net income was $0.3 billion, or $0.94 per share ($0.68 excluding LCM).
EBITDA reached $0.8 billion, or $0.7 billion excluding LCM.
The company generated $1.3 billion in cash from operating activities.
Liquidity was bolstered to $5.8 billion as of June 30, 2020.
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Forward Guidance
LyondellBasell anticipates improving demand for its products with increased economic activity. The company is focused on delivering its outlined strategy, managing capital expenditures, and prioritizing liquidity and cash flow while funding the dividend and maintaining an investment-grade balance sheet.
Positive Outlook
- Demand for products is improving with increased economic activity.
- Operating rates and prices have been raised in response to increased demand for North American polyethylene exports to Asia.
- Improving demand is expected for Refining and Oxyfuels & Related Products businesses with increased mobility and reductions in fuel inventories.
- Advanced Polymer Solutions segment is benefiting from rebounding demand for plastics used in automotive manufacturing.
- The recent startup of Hyperzone polyethylene capacity, the establishment of new Asian joint ventures, and the integration of the A. Schulman acquisition will add to profitability.
Challenges Ahead
- Macro-economic environment remains volatile.
- The COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose risks.
- Potential for further economic disruption.
- Uncertainty in global markets.
- Fluctuations in raw material and energy costs.