Lanxess AG
F:LXS

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Price: 13.59 EUR -2.02% Market Closed
Market Cap: €1.2B

Gross Margin

20.5%
Current
Improving
by 0.2%
vs 3-y average of 20.3%

Gross Margin shows how much money a company keeps from each dollar of sales after paying for the products it sells. It tells how profitable the company`s core business is before other expenses.

Gross Margin
20.5%
=
Gross Profit
€1.2B
/
Revenue
€5.9B

Gross Margin shows how much money a company keeps from each dollar of sales after paying for the products it sells. It tells how profitable the company`s core business is before other expenses.

Gross Margin
20.5%
=
Gross Profit
€1.2B
/
Revenue
€5.9B

Peer Comparison

Country Company Market Cap Gross
Margin
DE
Lanxess AG
XETRA:LXS
1.2B EUR
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ZA
Sasol Ltd
JSE:SOL
109.9B ZAR
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DE
Basf Se
XETRA:BAS
42.4B EUR
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CN
Ningxia Baofeng Energy Group Co Ltd
SSE:600989
247.4B CNY
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IN
Pidilite Industries Ltd
NSE:PIDILITIND
1.4T INR
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ZA
Omnia Holdings Ltd
JSE:OMN
13.7B ZAR
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JP
Showa Denko KK
TSE:4004
2T JPY
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JP
Resonac Holdings Corp
XMUN:SWD
10.8B EUR
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IN
SRF Ltd
NSE:SRF
742.8B INR
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JP
Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corp
TSE:4188
1.3T JPY
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JP
Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corp
F:M3C0
6.7B EUR
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Market Distribution

Lower than 83% of companies in Germany
Percentile
17th
Based on 3 457 companies
17th percentile
20.5%
Low
-5 776.5% — 29.1%
Typical Range
29.1% — 60.9%
High
60.9% — 184.7%
Distribution Statistics
Germany
Min -5 776.5%
30th Percentile 29.1%
Median 44.6%
70th Percentile 60.9%
Max 184.7%

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
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What is Gross Margin?
Gross Margin shows how much money a company keeps from each dollar of sales after paying for the products it sells. It tells how profitable the company`s core business is before other expenses.
How is Gross Margin calculated?

Gross Margin is calculated by dividing the Gross Profit by the Revenue.

Gross Margin
20.5%
=
Gross Profit
€1.2B
/
Revenue
€5.9B
What is Lanxess AG's current Gross Margin?

The current Gross Margin for Lanxess AG is 20.5%, which is above its 3-year median of 20.3%.

How has Gross Margin changed over time?

Over the last 3 years, Lanxess AG’s Gross Margin has decreased from 24% to 20.5%. During this period, it reached a low of 17.3% on Mar 31, 2024 and a high of 24% on Sep 30, 2022.

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