Lanxess (LXS) AGM 2026 summary

Opening remarks and agenda

• Meeting opened with acknowledgment of the challenging environment for the European chemical industry, emphasizing the need for proactive internal measures.

Financial performance review

• Group sales in 2025 were EUR 5.7 billion, an 11% decline from the previous year.

• EBITDA pre exceptionals fell by 17% to EUR 510 million, mainly due to weak demand and divestments.

• Net financial debt reduced to around EUR 2 billion, nearly 50% less than in 2022.

• Cash reserves at year-end were about EUR 500 million, with undrawn credit lines of EUR 1.4 billion.

Dividend announcements

• Proposal for a stable dividend of EUR 0.10 per share, totaling approximately EUR 9 million, signaling continuity and financial restraint.