LANXESS AG/€LXS
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About LANXESS AG
LANXESS AG is a specialty chemicals company headquartered in Cologne, Germany. It operates in the chemical industry, focusing on the production of chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals, and plastics. The company's product segments cater to various sectors, including construction, automotive, agriculture, and consumer goods. Established in 2004, LANXESS was formed through a spinoff from Bayer AG. Its global presence spans over 30 countries, with significant operations in Europe, North America, and Asia. The company emphasizes sustainable practices and innovation in its product development to maintain competitive strengths within its industry.
Ticker
€LXS
Sector
Primary listing
XETRA
Industry
Chemicals
Headquarters
Employees
12,320
Website
LANXESS AG Metrics
BasicAdvanced
€2.2B
-
-€1.58
1.56
€0.10
0.39%
Price and volume
Market cap
€2.2B
Beta
1.56
52-week high
€33.80
52-week low
€20.34
Average daily volume
196K
Dividend rate
€0.10
Financial strength
Current ratio
1.904
Quick ratio
0.646
Long term debt to equity
55.454
Total debt to equity
68.767
Interest coverage (TTM)
1.19%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
550
Gross margin (TTM)
21.07%
Net profit margin (TTM)
-2.14%
Operating margin (TTM)
0.90%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
2.88%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
€520,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
0.37%
Return on equity (TTM)
-3.03%
Valuation
Price to revenue (TTM)
0.352
Price to book
0.52
Price to tangible book (TTM)
1.16
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
13.657
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
7.32%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
189.93%
Dividend yield (TTM)
0.39%
Forward dividend yield
0.39%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
-0.97%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
-135.00%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
-1.52%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
-2.27%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-23.27%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
12.50%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
-54.33%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
-14.87%
Bulls say / Bears say
LANXESS reported a 31.7% increase in first-quarter 2025 EBITDA pre-exceptionals to €133 million, surpassing analyst expectations and indicating strong operational performance. (reuters.com)
The company's 'FORWARD!' action plan has led to significant cost reductions, with €110 million in savings realized in 2024, enhancing profitability. (lanxess.com)
LANXESS completed the sale of its Urethane Systems business to UBE Corporation for approximately €500 million, allowing for debt reduction and strategic focus on specialty chemicals. (reuters.com)
LANXESS anticipates a drop in second-quarter earnings due to the exclusion of contributions from the recently sold Urethane Systems business. (reuters.com)
The company forecasts full-year 2025 EBITDA pre-exceptionals between €600 million and €650 million, slightly below analyst expectations, reflecting potential challenges in achieving higher profitability. (reuters.com)
JPMorgan downgraded LANXESS due to concerns over demand recovery, particularly from China, and projected lower margins and return on invested capital compared to industry peers. (investorshangout.com)
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for LANXESS AG stock?
LANXESS AG (LXS) has a market cap of €2.2B as of July 25, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for LANXESS AG stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for LANXESS AG (LXS) stock is 0 as of July 25, 2025.
Does LANXESS AG stock pay dividends?
Yes, the LANXESS AG (LXS) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of July 25, 2025, the dividend rate is €0.1 and the yield is 0.39%. LANXESS AG has a payout ratio of 0% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next LANXESS AG dividend payment date?
The next LANXESS AG (LXS) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for LANXESS AG?
LANXESS AG (LXS) has a beta rating of 1.56. This means that it is more volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 2 would indicate the stock moves twice as much as the market.