Revenue Performance: Q2 2025 revenue was $7.66 billion, a decrease of 27.47% compared to $10.55 billion in Q2 2024 and a slight dip of 0.25% from the previous quarter. Significant year-over-year reduction showcases pervasive market challenges.
Profitability: The gross profit margin suffered tremendously, dropping to 10.45%, an indication of rising operational costs against falling sales prices. LyondellBasell reported gross profit of $800 million, down 43.26% year-over-year, although it reflected a 45.72% increase from Q1 2025.
Net Income: The net income recorded was $112 million, resulting in an EPS of $0.34, both metrics down sharply year-over-year by 87.87%. This highlights the need for improved cost management and operational efficiencies to restore profitability.
Balance Sheet Health: The debt ratios remain stable with net income pressure indicating cautious leverage evaluation necessary moving forward.
Cash Flow: The ongoing pressures may impair cash flows, necessitating close monitoring of capital expenditures and operational cash flows moving forward.