Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-05-22
LyondellBasell Approves New Share Repurchase Program
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. announced that its shareholders approved a new share repurchase program at the Annual Meeting held on May 22, 2026. The program authorizes the company to repurchase up to 10% of its issued share capital, or 34,042,250 shares, until November 22, 2027. This decision, along with the approval of amendments to the Long Term Incentive Plan and the election of directors, reflects the company's strategic focus on returning capital to shareholders and maintaining effective governance.
- Filer
- LyondellBasell Industries N.V. LYB · NYSE
- Filed
- Accession
- 0001489393-26-000034
- CIK
- 0001489393
- Signal
- Medium impactBasic Materials
- Source
- Official filing on sec.gov ↗
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About LyondellBasell Industries N.V.
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. operates as a multinational chemical company, actively engaged in the production and sale of chemicals and polymers. Serving as one of the world's largest plastics, chemicals, and refining companies, its primary function is to produce materials that find applications across a wide range of markets, including packaging, electronics, automotive, and construction. The company specializes in the manufacture of olefins and polyolefins, essential components for creating plastics and resins used in everyday items. Additionally, it offers fuel-related products and technologies for refining crude oil, impacting industries reliant on energy and fuel efficiency. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, and Rotterdam, Netherlands, LyondellBasell is recognized for its global footprint and extensive supply chain, underscoring its importance in the global manufacturing landscape. Through its innovative materials and sustainable solutions, the company plays a critical role in enhancing product performance and promoting environmentally-friendly alternatives in modern industrial applications.
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