Return on Equity (ROE)
since 2011
Calculation
LyondellBasell Industries N.V., ROE, long-term trends, calculation
| ROE | = | 100 | × | Net income attributable to the Company shareholders1 | ÷ | Total Company share of stockholders’ equity1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2018 | 45.71% | = | 100 | × | 4,688) | ÷ | 10,257) |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 54.52% | = | 100 | × | 4,879) | ÷ | 8,949) |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 63.43% | = | 100 | × | 3,836) | ÷ | 6,048) |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 68.34% | = | 100 | × | 4,476) | ÷ | 6,550) |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 50.20% | = | 100 | × | 4,174) | ÷ | 8,314) |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 30.91% | = | 100 | × | 3,857) | ÷ | 12,478) |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 25.57% | = | 100 | × | 2,848) | ÷ | 11,139) |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 20.27% | = | 100 | × | 2,147) | ÷ | 10,593) |
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$ in millions
- Net Income Attributable to Company Shareholders
- The net income exhibited an overall upward trend from 2011 through 2018, rising from 2,147 million USD in 2011 to a peak of 4,879 million USD in 2017 before slightly declining to 4,688 million USD in 2018. Notably, net income increased consistently each year from 2011 to 2015, reaching 4,476 million USD. A decline was observed in 2016 to 3,836 million USD, followed by a significant rebound in 2017 and a modest decrease in 2018. This pattern suggests volatility in profitability, with recovery after a dip.
- Total Company Share of Stockholders’ Equity
- The total shareholders' equity increased steadily from 10,593 million USD in 2011 to 12,478 million USD in 2013, indicating growth in the company’s net asset base. However, a sharp decline occurred in 2014 and 2015, dropping to 6,550 million USD by the end of 2015. This decline continued at a slower pace through 2016, reaching 6,048 million USD. Thereafter, equity showed recovery, growing to 8,949 million USD in 2017 and further to 10,257 million USD in 2018. This significant fluctuation indicates a period of financial stress or restructuring in the mid-cycle, followed by recuperation.
- Return on Equity (ROE)
- ROE demonstrated a marked increase from 20.27% in 2011 to a peak of 68.34% in 2015, reflecting highly efficient utilization of equity to generate profits during this period. After 2015, ROE declined each year but remained elevated, ending at 45.71% in 2018. This trajectory illustrates that despite a decrease in return efficiency after the peak, the company sustained strong profitability relative to its equity base even as equity levels fluctuated.
- Overall Analysis
- The data reveals a correlation between fluctuations in shareholders' equity and ROE, with equity reductions coinciding with peaks in ROE, indicating stronger returns on a smaller equity base. The temporary reduction and subsequent recovery in equity, combined with generally increasing net income trends, suggest that the company experienced a phase of financial adjustment or asset revaluation mid-decade but managed to maintain or improve overall profitability. The sustained high ROE throughout the period points to effective capital management and profit generation relative to equity.
Comparison to Competitors
LyondellBasell Industries N.V., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| LyondellBasell Industries N.V. | Linde plc | Sherwin-Williams Co. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2018 | 45.71% | 8.49% | 29.72% |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 54.52% | 20.72% | 48.00% |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 63.43% | 29.87% | 60.30% |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 68.34% | 35.25% | 121.42% |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 50.20% | 30.13% | 86.90% |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 30.91% | 26.55% | 42.41% |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 25.57% | 27.90% | 35.22% |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 20.27% | 30.47% | 29.13% |
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).
Comparison to Sector (Chemicals)
LyondellBasell Industries N.V., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to sector (chemicals)
| LyondellBasell Industries N.V. | Chemicals | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2018 | 45.71% | 9.92% |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 54.52% | 31.09% |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 63.43% | 38.16% |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 68.34% | 49.47% |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 50.20% | 38.67% |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 30.91% | 29.91% |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 25.57% | 29.57% |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 20.27% | 30.18% |
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).
Comparison to Industry (Materials)
LyondellBasell Industries N.V., ROE, long-term trends, comparison to industry (materials)
| LyondellBasell Industries N.V. | Materials | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2018 | 45.71% | 12.42% |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 54.52% | 27.34% |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 63.43% | -11.75% |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 68.34% | -73.64% |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 50.20% | 5.03% |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 30.91% | 17.62% |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 25.57% | 21.12% |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 20.27% | 29.47% |
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).