Price to Operating Profit (P/OP)
since 2011
Calculation
LyondellBasell Industries N.V., P/OP, long-term trends, calculation
| P/OP | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Operating profit per share1 | Operating profit per share1 | = | Operating income1 (in millions) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2019 | 6.28 | = | 88.50 | ÷ | 14.09 | 14.09 | = | 5,231 | ÷ | 371,156,998 | |
| Feb 22, 2018 | 8.01 | = | 110.83 | ÷ | 13.84 | 13.84 | = | 5,460 | ÷ | 394,556,328 | |
| Feb 17, 2017 | 7.39 | = | 92.91 | ÷ | 12.57 | 12.57 | = | 5,060 | ÷ | 402,531,335 | |
| Feb 16, 2016 | 5.50 | = | 77.93 | ÷ | 14.16 | 14.16 | = | 6,122 | ÷ | 432,200,532 | |
| Feb 17, 2015 | 7.48 | = | 89.94 | ÷ | 12.02 | 12.02 | = | 5,736 | ÷ | 477,142,443 | |
| Feb 20, 2014 | 9.19 | = | 85.80 | ÷ | 9.33 | 9.33 | = | 5,102 | ÷ | 546,551,455 | |
| Feb 12, 2013 | 7.44 | = | 60.51 | ÷ | 8.13 | 8.13 | = | 4,676 | ÷ | 575,304,233 | |
| Feb 29, 2012 | 6.20 | = | 43.18 | ÷ | 6.97 | 6.97 | = | 3,998 | ÷ | 573,708,873 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31).
1 US$
2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
3 Closing price as at the filing date of LyondellBasell Industries N.V. Annual Report.
- Share Price Trend
- The share price demonstrates a generally positive trend from 2012 through 2018, increasing from $43.18 in February 2012 to a peak of $110.83 in February 2018. This represents a substantial appreciation over six years. However, in the latest period (February 2019), the share price declines noticeably to $88.50, indicating a significant correction after the peak.
- Operating Profit per Share (OPPS) Trend
- Operating profit per share shows a consistent upward trajectory over the entire period analyzed. Starting at $6.97 in February 2012, the OPPS rises steadily each year, reaching $14.09 by February 2019. This reflects more than a twofold increase and indicates improving operational efficiency or profitability on a per-share basis throughout the period.
- Price to Operating Profit (P/OP) Ratio Trend
- The P/OP ratio exhibits fluctuating behavior. It begins at 6.20 in 2012, peaks at 9.19 in 2014, then declines to a low of 5.50 in 2016. Subsequently, the ratio increases again until 2018, reaching approximately 8.01, before decreasing to 6.28 in 2019. These fluctuations suggest varying market valuation multiples relative to operating profit, reflecting changes in investor sentiment or market conditions independent of operating profit per share trends.
- Overall Observations
- The data indicates strong and steady growth in operational profitability per share, implying improved company performance over the years. The share price generally follows this trend but shows greater volatility, particularly evident in the drop after 2018. The variability in the P/OP ratio may hint at market revaluations tied to external factors or changes in risk perception rather than fundamental earnings changes. The recent share price decline despite higher operating profit per share could warrant further investigation into external market conditions or company-specific factors affecting valuation.
Comparison to Competitors
LyondellBasell Industries N.V., P/OP, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| LyondellBasell Industries N.V. | Linde plc | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2019 | 6.28 | 16.21 |
| Feb 22, 2018 | 8.01 | 17.56 |
| Feb 17, 2017 | 7.39 | 15.33 |
| Feb 16, 2016 | 5.50 | 12.50 |
| Feb 17, 2015 | 7.48 | 14.24 |
| Feb 20, 2014 | 9.19 | 14.25 |
| Feb 12, 2013 | 7.44 | 13.64 |
| Feb 29, 2012 | 6.20 | 13.18 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31).