(LXS) LANXESS Aktiengesellschaft - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: XETRA • Country: Germany • Currency: EUR • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: DE0005470405

LXS: Chemicals, Additives, Intermediates, Protection, Purification

LANXESS Aktiengesellschaft, a global leader in specialty chemicals, specializes in the development, production, and distribution of high-performance chemical intermediates, additives, and consumer protection products. The company, established in 1863 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, organizes its operations into three core segments: Consumer Protection, Specialty Additives, and Advanced Intermediates. Each segment serves distinct markets, leveraging LANXESSs expertise in chemical innovation and sustainability.

The Consumer Protection segment delivers a diverse portfolio of solutions, including material protection products, disinfectants, and preservatives. It also offers advanced water treatment technologies and intermediates for the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. This segment is critical for industries requiring high-performance, reliable chemical solutions to ensure product safety and durability.

The Specialty Additives segment focuses on enhancing the performance of materials used in various industries. It provides flame retardants, plasticizers, and lubricants, among other additives, tailored for applications in the automotive, construction, and electronics sectors. This segment underscores LANXESSs commitment to improving material efficiency and safety across multiple industrial applications.

The Advanced Intermediates segment produces basic and fine chemicals, organometallics, and inorganic pigments. These products are essential for the production of agrochemicals, semiconductors, and construction materials. This segment highlights LANXESSs role as a key supplier to industries requiring specialized chemical building blocks.

LANXESS Aktiengesellschaft operates with a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability, aligning its business practices with global environmental and regulatory standards. Its extensive product portfolio and global distribution network position it as a critical player in the specialty chemicals market.

Ticker Symbol: LXS Exchange: XETRA Type: common stock Country Origin: Germany GICS Sub Industry: Specialty Chemicals

3-Month Forecast: Based on and , LANXESS Aktiengesellschafts stock is expected to remain under pressure in the near term. The SMA20 (24.62) trading below SMA50 (27.95) indicates bearish momentum. However, the ATR (1.35) suggests moderate volatility. The forward P/E (14.58) signals expectations of earnings growth, though the current RoE (-3.86) reflects profitability challenges.

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LXS Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 2,505m
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Specialty Chemicals
GiC Sub-Industry Specialty Chemicals
IPO / Inception

LXS Stock Ratings

Growth Rating -35.3
Fundamental -28.3
Dividend Rating 6.36
Rel. Strength 1.12
Analysts -
Fair Price Momentum 23.02 EUR
Fair Price DCF 40.75 EUR

LXS Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 0.78%
Yield on Cost 5y 0.51%
Annual Growth 5y -36.25%
Payout Consistency 88.9%

LXS Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -39.2%
Growth Correlation 12m 34.2%
Growth Correlation 5y -84.7%
CAGR 5y -7.67%
CAGR/Max DD 5y -0.11
Sharpe Ratio 12m -0.79
Alpha -15.75
Beta 0.819
Volatility 50.42%
Current Volume 300.6k
Average Volume 20d 383.5k
What is the price of LXS stocks?
As of May 02, 2025, the stock is trading at EUR 26.22 with a total of 300,613 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +3.64%, over one month by -5.48%, over three months by +0.92% and over the past year by -2.43%.
Is LANXESS Aktiengesellschaft a good stock to buy?
Probably not. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, LANXESS Aktiengesellschaft (XETRA:LXS) is currently (May 2025) not a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of -28.29 and therefor a somewhat negative outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of LXS as of May 2025 is 23.02. This means that LXS is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -12.2%.
Is LXS a buy, sell or hold?
LANXESS Aktiengesellschaft has no consensus analysts rating.
What are the forecast for LXS stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, LXS LANXESS Aktiengesellschaft will be worth about 24.9 in May 2026. The stock is currently trading at 26.22. This means that the stock has a potential downside of -4.92%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 28.5 8.6%
Analysts Target Price - -
ValueRay Target Price 24.9 -4.9%