LSB Industries, Inc.
LXUBasic MaterialsNASDAQChemicals
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the basic materials sector, LSB Industries, Inc. focuses on Chemicals services and products. LSB Industries, Inc. manufactures, markets, and sells chemical products in the United States. The $819.4M market capitalization puts LXU squarely in small-cap range for its industry. The company offers ammonia and urea ammonia nitrate for agricultural applications.
Market Cap
$819.4M
Beta
0.35
P/E (TTM)
17.52
P/E (Fwd)
9.25
EPS (TTM)
$0.65
EPS (Fwd)
$1.23
ROE
8.9%
ROA
4.3%
Cash
$181.7M
Total Debt
$491.9M
Free CF
$42.2M
52W Change
34.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, LXU has $181.7M in cash with $491.9M in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow comes in at $42.2M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 8.9%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 4.3% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has pulled back from $901.7M (2022) to $615.2M (2025), a 32% decline worth watching.
LXU's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence LSB Industries, Inc.'s trajectory.