Lanxess AG
XETRA:LXS

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Lanxess AG
XETRA:LXS
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Price: 18.16 EUR 1.68% Market Closed
Market Cap: €1.6B

P/E

-2.7
Current
33%
More Expensive
vs 3-y average of -2

Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio shows how much investors pay for each dollar of a company`s earnings. It`s calculated by dividing the company`s market value by its total earnings.

P/E
-2.7
=
Market Cap
€1.1B
/
Net Income
€-577m

Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio shows how much investors pay for each dollar of a company`s earnings. It`s calculated by dividing the company`s market value by its total earnings.

P/E
-2.7
=
Market Cap
€1.1B
/
Net Income
€-577m

Valuation Scenarios

Lanxess AG is trading above its 5-year average

If P/E returns to its 5-Year Average (5.5), the stock would be worth €-36.71 (302% downside from current price).

Statistics
Positive Scenarios
0/3
Maximum Downside
-1 074%
Maximum Upside
No Upside Scenarios
Average Downside
728%
Scenario P/E Value Implied Price Upside/Downside
Current Multiple -2.7 €18.16
0%
5-Year Average 5.5 €-36.71
-302%
Industry Average 26.5 €-176.85
-1 074%
Country Average 19.3 €-128.72
-809%

Forward P/E
Today’s price vs future net income

Today's Market Cap Net Income Forward P/E
€1.1B
/
Jan 2026
€-577m
=
-2.7
Current
€1.1B
/
Dec 2026
€38m
=
28.9
Forward
€1.1B
/
Dec 2027
€61.9m
=
17.7
Forward
€1.1B
/
Dec 2028
€68.3m
=
16
Forward
€1.1B
/
Dec 2029
€75.3m
=
14.5
Forward

Forward P/E shows whether today’s P/E still looks high or low once future net income are taken into account.

Market Distribution

Lower than 100% of companies in Germany
Percentile
0th
Based on 2 106 companies
0th percentile
-2.7
Low
0 — 13.8
Typical Range
13.8 — 29.5
High
29.5 —
Distribution Statistics
Germany
Min 0
30th Percentile 13.8
Median 19.3
70th Percentile 29.5
Max 8 582.9

Lanxess AG
Glance View

Lanxess AG is a prominent figure in the speciality chemicals industry, a sector characterized by its intricate blend of innovation and necessity. Originating from Bayer AG's chemicals division in 2004, the German company has swiftly carved out a niche by focusing on producing high-performance polymers, additives, and chemical intermediates. Its operations are sprawled across the globe, yet it never loses sight of the rigorous standards that are central to German manufacturing. Lanxess generates revenue by targeting diverse industries like automotive, construction, and even water treatment, providing tailored, often indispensable, chemical solutions. Such adaptability allows Lanxess to consistently meet its clients' specific needs while continuously enhancing its product offerings through robust R&D initiatives. Crucially, Lanxess leans into sustainability, not just as a trend, but as a core operational tenet. The company invests heavily in green innovation, such as low-carbon production techniques and partnerships focused on recycling. Through its Advanced Intermediates, Specialty Additives, Consumer Protection, and Engineering Materials divisions, Lanxess ensures its portfolio remains both relevant and proactive in addressing environmental concerns. By navigating the complex labyrinth of ecological responsibility and consumer demands, Lanxess maintains its business acumen, ensuring steady growth by aligning closely with trends that shape market demand and regulatory landscapes. In doing so, it secures its standing as not just a producer of chemicals, but as a vital participant in the broader push towards sustainable industrial practices.

LXS Intrinsic Value
41.37 EUR
Undervaluation 56%
Intrinsic Value
Price €18.16
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