LyondellBasell Industries N.V. reported improved safety performance and financial results in the third quarter of 2025. Cash generation increased, earnings per share were $1.01, and EBITDA was $835 million. Positive trends are seen in polyethylene markets with improving demand. Despite volatility in U.S. exports, North American and European demand are up by 2.5% and 3%, respectively, compared to last year. Investments in durable goods for energy digitalization and infrastructure are driving growth. The company’s broad portfolio positions it well for market opportunities. Encouraging trends in polyethylene and polypropylene markets are expected to continue, with global demand growth averaging over 3% since 1990. Mature markets like North America and Europe lead in consumption, while emerging regions like India and Africa offer growth opportunities. The company is focusing on sustainable solutions and investing in innovative feedstocks to capture value across diverse markets. Capacity rationalization trends are reshaping the global ethylene supply landscape, with 21 million tons of ethylene capacity announced for closure by 2028. Asia leads in capacity rationalization, with China targeting significant closures to reduce uncompetitive capacity. Europe is also seeing closures due to high operating costs and weak margins. Regional dynamics are driving the growth of polyolefins in the global market, with mature markets providing stability and emerging economies offering volume growth. Demand growth is not negatively impacted by circularity, with growth shifting towards innovation, efficiency, and circularity in markets. The company is focused on sustainable solutions and investing in innovative feedstocks to capture value across diverse markets. The company is on track to achieve its $600 million target of incremental cash flow in 2025, with $150 million in fixed cost reductions year-to-date. Capital allocation remains balanced and disciplined, with a focus on maintaining an investment-grade balance sheet. The company is navigating the cycle with a commitment to its investment-grade credit rating and strategic initiatives to build a stronger and more resilient business. The company is on track to deliver $1.1 billion of improvements by the end of next year through working capital, fixed cost, and CapEx reductions. The progress on the company’s cash improvement plan is on track to deliver the $600 million target of incremental cash flow in 2025. The company has achieved $150 million in fixed cost reductions year-to-date and is focused on maintaining an investment-grade balance sheet while investing in safe and reliable operations. The company continues to advance its strategic initiatives to build a stronger and more resilient business.

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