Yanbu National Petrochemical (2290) Q3 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Q3 2026 net profit was SAR 237.3 million, up 219.8% YoY, supported by higher sales volumes, improved average selling prices for most products, and strong plant reliability.

• Operational reliability, efficiency, disciplined execution, and risk management remained central to performance amid volatile markets and supply-chain challenges.

Financial highlights

• Q3 revenue was SAR 1,677.4 million, up 27.5% YoY and down 10.7% QoQ; 9M revenue reached SAR 4,876.4 million, up 15.5% YoY.

• Q3 EBITDA was SAR 483 million, up 57.3% YoY and down 22.7% QoQ; 9M EBITDA was SAR 1,355 million, up 55% YoY.

• Q3 operating income was SAR 232.8 million, up 250.6% YoY; 9M operating income was SAR 519.3 million, up 325.7% YoY.

• Q3 net income was SAR 237.3 million versus SAR 74.2 million YoY, and SAR 258.8 million QoQ; 9M net income was SAR 507.3 million versus SAR 132.4 million.

Outlook and guidance

• Q4 petrochemical demand is expected to improve modestly, supported by better industrial and manufacturing indicators in major markets; market performance is expected to remain uneven.

• Ongoing price and margin pressure is anticipated, with geopolitical developments continuing to affect supply chains, logistics costs, and some production inputs.

• Continued focus on efficiency, plant reliability, digital transformation, innovation, sustainability, and workforce capabilities supports the operational agenda.