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LyondellBasell partners with Shiseido, Futamura and Iwatani to launch bio-based film packaging using its CirculenRenew polymer.

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LyondellBasell faces significant cash flow deterioration and rising payout ratios, putting its high dividend at risk despite management's stated commitment. Recent earnings missed expectations, with EPS down over 70% year-over-year and sales sharply lower due to persistent industry headwinds and rising costs. Management is reducing CAPEX and share buybacks to preserve cash, but macro uncertainty and potential tariffs could force a dividend cut within 6-12 months.

Capital allocation at LyondellBasell differs materially from that of its major peer. The current dividend yield is now above 10%, a signal the market doesn't believe that it can be sustained. Even given the challenges, I believe LYB should be able to sustain its dividend in 2025 and beyond.

As the stock market continues to hit new all-time highs, investors who are worried that a pullback could be looming may want to look for strong dividend stocks, which can provide reliable streams of passive income even if share prices slide. And those who have ambitious goals for their returns may be eyeing those with unusually high yields.

LYB now offers a 10%+ dividend yield, the highest since in a decade except during the COVID panic sale. However, LYB's dividend yield understates its return potential drastically. When other shareholder return mechanisms are considered, I expect its TSY (total shareholder yield) to exceed 15%.

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