Investing.com - LyondellBasell Industries (NYSE:LYB) reported second quarter earnings that beat analysts' expectations on Friday and revenue that topped forecasts.
The firm reported earnings per share of $5.19 on revenue of $14.84B. Analysts polled by Investing.com anticipated EPS of $4.64 on revenue of $13.67B. .
For the year, LyondellBasell Industries shares are up 51%, outperforming the S&P 500 which is down 14.56% year to date.
LyondellBasell Industries follows other major Materials sector earnings this month
On Thursday, Vale ADR reported second quarter EPS of $1.32 on revenue of $11.16B, compared to forecasts of EPS of $0.8837 on revenue of $11.91B.
Sherwin-Williams earnings missed analyst's expectations on Wednesday, with second quarter EPS of $2.41 on revenue of $5.87B. Investing.com analysts expected EPS of $2.77 on revenue of $6.03B
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