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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Form 10-Q
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended JuneSeptember 30, 2021
or
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from                    to                
Commission file number: 001-34726
LYONDELLBASELL INDUSTRIES N.V.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Netherlands 98-0646235
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
1221 McKinney St.,4th Floor, One Vine Street
Suite 300LondonDelftseplein 27E
Houston,TexasW1J0AH3013AARotterdam
USA77010United KingdomNetherlands
(Addresses of registrant’s principal executive offices)
(713)309-7200+44 (0)207220 2600+31 (0)102755 500
(Registrant’s telephone numbers, including area codes)

(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of Each ClassTrading SymbolName of Each Exchange On Which Registered
Ordinary Shares, €0.04 Par ValueLYBNew York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.    Yes  x    No  ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).    Yes  x    No  ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” and “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filerxAccelerated filer
Non-accelerated filerSmaller reporting company
Emerging growth company
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes ☐ No x
The registrant had 334,515,368332,783,944 ordinary shares, €0.04 par value, outstanding at July 28,October 27, 2021 (excluding 5,578,2887,361,634 treasury shares).


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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1. CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)

LYONDELLBASELL INDUSTRIES N.V.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollars, except earnings per shareMillions of dollars, except earnings per share2021202020212020Millions of dollars, except earnings per share2021202020212020
Sales and other operating revenues:Sales and other operating revenues:Sales and other operating revenues:
TradeTrade$11,334 $5,371 $20,185 $12,674 Trade$12,401 $6,587 $32,586 $19,261 
Related partiesRelated parties227 175 458 366 Related parties299 189 757 555 
11,561 5,546 20,643 13,040 12,700 6,776 33,343 19,816 
Operating costs and expenses:Operating costs and expenses:Operating costs and expenses:
Cost of salesCost of sales8,676 4,894 16,354 11,762 Cost of sales10,109 5,885 26,463 17,647 
Impairment of long-lived assetsImpairment of long-lived assets— 582 — 582 
Selling, general and administrative expensesSelling, general and administrative expenses327 288 614 583 Selling, general and administrative expenses313 259 927 842 
Research and development expensesResearch and development expenses32 25 61 52 Research and development expenses30 27 91 79 
9,035 5,207 17,029 12,397 10,452 6,753 27,481 19,150 
Operating incomeOperating income2,526 339 3,614 643 Operating income2,248 23 5,862 666 
Interest expenseInterest expense(130)(125)(240)(214)Interest expense(126)(122)(366)(336)
Interest incomeInterest incomeInterest income10 
Other income, net14 39 
Income from continuing operations before equity investments and income taxes2,415 222 3,420 440 
Other (expense) income, netOther (expense) income, net(12)23 27 27 
Income (loss) from continuing operations before equity investments and income taxesIncome (loss) from continuing operations before equity investments and income taxes2,111 (73)5,531 367 
Income from equity investmentsIncome from equity investments148 61 285 61 Income from equity investments104 62 389 123 
Income from continuing operations before income taxes2,563 283 3,705 501 
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxesIncome (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes2,215 (11)5,920 490 
Provision for (benefit from) income taxesProvision for (benefit from) income taxes506 (32)576 43 Provision for (benefit from) income taxes452 (125)1,028 (82)
Income from continuing operationsIncome from continuing operations2,057 315 3,129 458 Income from continuing operations1,763 114 4,892 572 
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax(1)
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxLoss from discontinued operations, net of tax(1)— (1)— 
Net incomeNet income2,059 314 3,129 458 Net income1,762 114 4,891 572 
Dividends on redeemable non-controlling interestsDividends on redeemable non-controlling interests(1)(1)(3)(3)Dividends on redeemable non-controlling interests(2)(2)(5)(5)
Net income attributable to the Company shareholdersNet income attributable to the Company shareholders$2,058 $313 $3,126 $455 Net income attributable to the Company shareholders$1,760 $112 $4,886 $567 
Earnings per share:Earnings per share:Earnings per share:
Net income attributable to the Company shareholders —Net income attributable to the Company shareholders —Net income attributable to the Company shareholders —
Basic:
Continuing operations$6.13 $0.94 $9.33 $1.36 
Discontinued operations0.01 
BasicBasic$5.25 $0.33 $14.58 $1.69 
$6.14 $0.94 $9.33 $1.36 
Diluted:
Continuing operations$6.12 $0.94 $9.32 $1.36 
Discontinued operations0.01 
$6.13 $0.94 $9.32 $1.36 
DilutedDiluted$5.25 $0.33 $14.57 $1.69 
See Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.


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LYONDELLBASELL INDUSTRIES N.V.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
 
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Net incomeNet income$2,059 $314 $3,129 $458 Net income$1,762 $114 $4,891 $572 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax –Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax –Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax –
Financial derivativesFinancial derivatives(78)(26)97 (364)Financial derivatives35 75 132 (289)
Unrealized (losses) gains on available-for-sale debt securitiesUnrealized (losses) gains on available-for-sale debt securities(1)(1)Unrealized (losses) gains on available-for-sale debt securities— — (1)
Defined benefit pension and other postretirement benefit plansDefined benefit pension and other postretirement benefit plans17 11 28 21 Defined benefit pension and other postretirement benefit plans28 10 56 31 
Foreign currency translationsForeign currency translations77 66 (30)(133)Foreign currency translations(97)86 (127)(47)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax15 54 94 (475)
Comprehensive income (loss)2,074 368 3,223 (17)
Total other comprehensive (loss) income, net of taxTotal other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax(34)171 60 (304)
Comprehensive incomeComprehensive income1,728 285 4,951 268 
Dividends on redeemable non-controlling interestsDividends on redeemable non-controlling interests(1)(1)(3)(3)Dividends on redeemable non-controlling interests(2)(2)(5)(5)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to the Company shareholders$2,073 $367 $3,220 $(20)
Comprehensive income attributable to the Company shareholdersComprehensive income attributable to the Company shareholders$1,726 $283 $4,946 $263 
See Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.


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LYONDELLBASELL INDUSTRIES N.V.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
 
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollarsJune 30, 2021December 31, 2020Millions of dollarsSeptember 30, 2021December 31, 2020
ASSETSASSETSASSETS
Current assets:Current assets:Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalents$1,381 $1,763 Cash and cash equivalents$1,893 $1,763 
Restricted cashRestricted cashRestricted cash
Short-term investmentsShort-term investments136 702 Short-term investments36 702 
Accounts receivable:Accounts receivable:Accounts receivable:
Trade, netTrade, net4,707 3,291 Trade, net5,003 3,291 
Related partiesRelated parties190 150 Related parties248 150 
InventoriesInventories4,840 4,344 Inventories4,982 4,344 
Prepaid expenses and other current assetsPrepaid expenses and other current assets1,641 1,382 Prepaid expenses and other current assets1,819 1,382 
Total current assetsTotal current assets12,897 11,634 Total current assets13,986 11,634 
Operating lease assetsOperating lease assets1,634 1,492 Operating lease assets1,789 1,492 
Property, plant and equipmentProperty, plant and equipment22,176 21,484 Property, plant and equipment22,575 21,484 
Less: Accumulated depreciationLess: Accumulated depreciation(7,531)(7,098)Less: Accumulated depreciation(7,739)(7,098)
Property, plant and equipment, netProperty, plant and equipment, net14,645 14,386 Property, plant and equipment, net14,836 14,386 
Equity investmentsEquity investments4,902 4,729 Equity investments4,888 4,729 
GoodwillGoodwill1,931 1,953 Goodwill1,894 1,953 
Intangible assets, netIntangible assets, net677 751 Intangible assets, net666 751 
Other assetsOther assets573 458 Other assets603 458 
Total assetsTotal assets$37,259 $35,403 Total assets$38,662 $35,403 
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LYONDELLBASELL INDUSTRIES N.V.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
 
Millions of dollars, except shares and par value dataMillions of dollars, except shares and par value dataJune 30, 2021December 31, 2020Millions of dollars, except shares and par value dataSeptember 30, 2021December 31, 2020
LIABILITIES, REDEEMABLE NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS AND EQUITYLIABILITIES, REDEEMABLE NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS AND EQUITYLIABILITIES, REDEEMABLE NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS AND EQUITY
Current liabilities:Current liabilities:Current liabilities:
Current maturities of long-term debtCurrent maturities of long-term debt$$Current maturities of long-term debt$$
Short-term debtShort-term debt683 663 Short-term debt563 663 
Accounts payable:Accounts payable:Accounts payable:
TradeTrade2,909 2,398 Trade3,494 2,398 
Related partiesRelated parties577 550 Related parties678 550 
Accrued liabilitiesAccrued liabilities2,418 1,883 Accrued liabilities2,665 1,883 
Total current liabilitiesTotal current liabilities6,595 5,502 Total current liabilities7,408 5,502 
Long-term debtLong-term debt13,482 15,286 Long-term debt12,945 15,286 
Operating lease liabilitiesOperating lease liabilities1,364 1,222 Operating lease liabilities1,518 1,222 
Other liabilitiesOther liabilities2,657 2,957 Other liabilities2,383 2,957 
Deferred income taxesDeferred income taxes2,507 2,332 Deferred income taxes2,478 2,332 
Commitments and contingenciesCommitments and contingencies00Commitments and contingencies00
Redeemable non-controlling interestsRedeemable non-controlling interests116 116 Redeemable non-controlling interests116 116 
Shareholders’ equity:Shareholders’ equity:Shareholders’ equity:
Ordinary shares, €0.04 par value, 1,275 million shares authorized, 334,503,518
and 334,015,220 shares outstanding, respectively
19 19 
Ordinary shares, €0.04 par value, 1,275 million shares authorized, 333,627,352
and 334,015,220 shares outstanding, respectively
Ordinary shares, €0.04 par value, 1,275 million shares authorized, 333,627,352
and 334,015,220 shares outstanding, respectively
19 19 
Additional paid-in capitalAdditional paid-in capital6,011 5,986 Additional paid-in capital6,029 5,986 
Retained earningsRetained earnings6,837 4,440 Retained earnings8,216 4,440 
Accumulated other comprehensive lossAccumulated other comprehensive loss(1,849)(1,943)Accumulated other comprehensive loss(1,883)(1,943)
Treasury stock, at cost, 5,590,138 and 6,030,408 ordinary shares, respectively(494)(531)
Treasury stock, at cost, 6,518,226 and 6,030,408 ordinary shares, respectivelyTreasury stock, at cost, 6,518,226 and 6,030,408 ordinary shares, respectively(581)(531)
Total Company share of shareholders’ equityTotal Company share of shareholders’ equity10,524 7,971 Total Company share of shareholders’ equity11,800 7,971 
Non-controlling interestsNon-controlling interests14 17 Non-controlling interests14 17 
Total equityTotal equity10,538 7,988 Total equity11,814 7,988 
Total liabilities, redeemable non-controlling interests and equityTotal liabilities, redeemable non-controlling interests and equity$37,259 $35,403 Total liabilities, redeemable non-controlling interests and equity$38,662 $35,403 
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LYONDELLBASELL INDUSTRIES N.V.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars20212020Millions of dollars20212020
Cash flows from operating activities:Cash flows from operating activities:Cash flows from operating activities:
Net incomeNet income$3,129 $458 Net income$4,891 $572 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortizationDepreciation and amortization665 698 Depreciation and amortization1,016 1,056 
Impairment of long-lived assetsImpairment of long-lived assets— 582 
Amortization of debt-related costsAmortization of debt-related costs13 Amortization of debt-related costs21 12 
Share-based compensationShare-based compensation35 29 Share-based compensation50 43 
Inventory valuation chargesInventory valuation charges323 Inventory valuation charges— 163 
Equity investments—Equity investments—Equity investments—
Equity incomeEquity income(285)(61)Equity income(389)(123)
Distributions of earnings, net of taxDistributions of earnings, net of tax142 81 Distributions of earnings, net of tax169 104 
Deferred income tax (benefit) provision34 (90)
Deferred income tax provision (benefit)Deferred income tax provision (benefit)(135)
Changes in assets and liabilities that provided (used) cash:Changes in assets and liabilities that provided (used) cash:Changes in assets and liabilities that provided (used) cash:
Accounts receivableAccounts receivable(1,502)487 Accounts receivable(1,915)152 
InventoriesInventories(541)463 Inventories(741)452 
Accounts payableAccounts payable482 (485)Accounts payable1,139 (90)
Other, netOther, net301 (76)Other, net368 (127)
Net cash provided by operating activitiesNet cash provided by operating activities2,473 1,834 Net cash provided by operating activities4,616 2,661 
Cash flows from investing activities:Cash flows from investing activities:Cash flows from investing activities:
Expenditures for property, plant and equipmentExpenditures for property, plant and equipment(771)(1,248)Expenditures for property, plant and equipment(1,285)(1,673)
Purchases of available-for-sale debt securitiesPurchases of available-for-sale debt securities(270)Purchases of available-for-sale debt securities— (270)
Proceeds from maturities of available-for-sale debt securities291 
Proceeds from sales and maturities of available-for-sale debt securitiesProceeds from sales and maturities of available-for-sale debt securities346 90 
Purchases of equity securitiesPurchases of equity securities(184)Purchases of equity securities— (267)
Proceeds from equity securitiesProceeds from equity securities264 Proceeds from equity securities309 313 
Acquisition of equity method investmentAcquisition of equity method investment(104)Acquisition of equity method investment(104)(472)
Proceeds from settlement of net investment hedgesProceeds from settlement of net investment hedges358 — 
Payments for settlement of net investment hedgesPayments for settlement of net investment hedges(355)— 
Other, netOther, net(42)(26)Other, net(66)(28)
Net cash used in investing activitiesNet cash used in investing activities(362)(1,727)Net cash used in investing activities(797)(2,307)
Cash flows from financing activities:Cash flows from financing activities:Cash flows from financing activities:
Repurchases of Company ordinary sharesRepurchases of Company ordinary shares(4)Repurchases of Company ordinary shares(78)(4)
Dividends paid - common stockDividends paid - common stock(730)(701)Dividends paid - common stock(1,110)(1,053)
Purchase of non-controlling interestPurchase of non-controlling interest(30)Purchase of non-controlling interest— (30)
Issuance of long-term debtIssuance of long-term debt2,492 Issuance of long-term debt— 2,492 
Payments of debt issuance costsPayments of debt issuance costs(18)Payments of debt issuance costs— (18)
Repayments of long-term debtRepayments of long-term debt(1,775)(500)Repayments of long-term debt(2,275)(500)
Debt extinguishment costsDebt extinguishment costs(23)Debt extinguishment costs(57)— 
Issuance of short-term debtIssuance of short-term debt521 Issuance of short-term debt— 521 
Repayments of short-term debtRepayments of short-term debt(500)Repayments of short-term debt— (504)
Net proceeds from commercial paper212 
Collateral received from (paid for) interest rate derivatives51 (238)
Net (repayments of) proceeds from commercial paperNet (repayments of) proceeds from commercial paper(103)194 
Collateral paid for interest rate derivativesCollateral paid for interest rate derivatives— (238)
Proceeds from settlement of cash flow hedgesProceeds from settlement of cash flow hedges346 Proceeds from settlement of cash flow hedges— 346 
Other, netOther, net(12)Other, net(4)(14)
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activitiesNet cash (used in) provided by financing activities(2,470)1,568 Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities(3,627)1,192 
Effect of exchange rate changes on cashEffect of exchange rate changes on cash(23)15 Effect of exchange rate changes on cash(59)50 
(Decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash(382)1,690 
Increase in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cashIncrease in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash133 1,596 
Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of periodCash and cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period1,765 888 Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period1,765 888 
Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of periodCash and cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period$1,383 $2,578 Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period$1,898 $2,484 
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LYONDELLBASELL INDUSTRIES N.V.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Ordinary SharesAdditional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
Company
Share of
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-
Controlling
Interests
Ordinary SharesAdditional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
Company
Share of
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-
Controlling
Interests
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollarsIssuedTreasuryMillions of dollarsIssuedTreasury
Balance, March 31, 2021$19 $(506)$5,993 $5,158 $(1,864)$8,800 $14 
Balance, June 30, 2021Balance, June 30, 2021$19 $(494)$6,011 $6,837 $(1,849)$10,524 $14 
Net incomeNet income2,059 2,059 Net income— — — 1,762 — 1,762 — 
Other comprehensive income15 15 
Other comprehensive lossOther comprehensive loss— — — — (34)(34)— 
Share-based compensationShare-based compensation12 18 (1)29 Share-based compensation— 18 (1)— 19 — 
Dividends - common stock ($1.13 per share)Dividends - common stock ($1.13 per share)(378)(378)Dividends - common stock ($1.13 per share)— — — (380)— (380)— 
Dividends - redeemable non-controlling interests ($15.00 per share)Dividends - redeemable non-controlling interests ($15.00 per share)(1)(1)Dividends - redeemable non-controlling interests ($15.00 per share)— — — (2)— (2)— 
Repurchases of Company ordinary sharesRepurchases of Company ordinary shares— (89)— — — (89)— 
Balance, June 30, 2021$19 $(494)$6,011 $6,837 $(1,849)$10,524 $14 
Balance, September 30, 2021Balance, September 30, 2021$19 $(581)$6,029 $8,216 $(1,883)$11,800 $14 
Ordinary SharesAdditional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
Company
Share of
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-
Controlling
Interests
Ordinary SharesAdditional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
Company
Share of
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-
Controlling
Interests
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollarsIssuedTreasuryMillions of dollarsIssuedTreasury
Balance, March 31, 2020$19 $(559)$5,950 $4,227 $(2,313)$7,324 $19 
Balance, June 30, 2020Balance, June 30, 2020$19 $(548)$5,958 $4,188 $(2,259)$7,358 $19 
Net incomeNet income314 314 Net income— — — 114 — 114 — 
Other comprehensive incomeOther comprehensive income54 54 Other comprehensive income— — — — 171 171 — 
Share-based compensationShare-based compensation11 (2)17 Share-based compensation— 17 (8)— 17 — 
Dividends - common stock ($1.05 per share)Dividends - common stock ($1.05 per share)(350)(350)Dividends - common stock ($1.05 per share)— — — (352)— (352)— 
Dividends - redeemable non-controlling interests ($15.00 per share)Dividends - redeemable non-controlling interests ($15.00 per share)(1)(1)Dividends - redeemable non-controlling interests ($15.00 per share)— — — (2)— (2)— 
Balance, June 30, 2020$19 $(548)$5,958 $4,188 $(2,259)$7,358 $19 
Distributions to non-controlling interestsDistributions to non-controlling interests— — — — — — (2)
Balance, September 30, 2020Balance, September 30, 2020$19 $(540)$5,975 $3,940 $(2,088)$7,306 $17 
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LYONDELLBASELL INDUSTRIES N.V.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Ordinary SharesAdditional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
Company
Share of
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-
Controlling
Interests
Ordinary SharesAdditional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
Company
Share of
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-
Controlling
Interests
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollarsIssuedTreasuryMillions of dollarsIssuedTreasury
Balance, December 31, 2020Balance, December 31, 2020$19 $(531)$5,986 $4,440 $(1,943)$7,971 $17 Balance, December 31, 2020$19 $(531)$5,986 $4,440 $(1,943)$7,971 $17 
Net incomeNet income3,129 3,129 Net income— — — 4,891 — 4,891 — 
Other comprehensive incomeOther comprehensive income94 94 Other comprehensive income— — — — 60 60 — 
Share-based compensationShare-based compensation37 25 63 Share-based compensation— 39 43 — — 82 — 
Dividends - common stock ($2.18 per share)(730)(730)
Dividends - redeemable non-controlling interests ($30.00 per share)(3)(3)
Dividends - common stock ($3.31 per share)Dividends - common stock ($3.31 per share)— — — (1,110)— (1,110)— 
Dividends - redeemable non-controlling interests ($45.00 per share)Dividends - redeemable non-controlling interests ($45.00 per share)— — — (5)— (5)— 
Repurchases of Company ordinary sharesRepurchases of Company ordinary shares— (89)— — — (89)— 
Sales of non-controlling interestSales of non-controlling interest(3)Sales of non-controlling interest— — — — — — (3)
Balance, June 30, 2021$19 $(494)$6,011 $6,837 $(1,849)$10,524 $14 
Balance, September 30, 2021Balance, September 30, 2021$19 $(581)$6,029 $8,216 $(1,883)$11,800 $14 
Ordinary SharesAdditional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
Company
Share of
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-
Controlling
Interests
Ordinary SharesAdditional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
Company
Share of
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-
Controlling
Interests
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollarsIssuedTreasuryMillions of dollarsIssuedTreasury
Balance, December 31, 2019Balance, December 31, 2019$19 $(580)$5,954 $4,435 $(1,784)$8,044 $19 Balance, December 31, 2019$19 $(580)$5,954 $4,435 $(1,784)$8,044 $19 
Net incomeNet income458 458 Net income— — — 572 — 572 — 
Other comprehensive lossOther comprehensive loss(475)(475)Other comprehensive loss— — — — (304)(304)— 
Share-based compensationShare-based compensation36 (3)(1)32 Share-based compensation— 44 14 (9)— 49 — 
Dividends - common stock ($2.10 per share)(701)(701)
Dividends - redeemable non-controlling interests ($30.00 per share)(3)(3)
Dividends - common stock ($3.15 per share)Dividends - common stock ($3.15 per share)— — — (1,053)— (1,053)— 
Dividends - redeemable non-controlling interests ($45.00 per share)Dividends - redeemable non-controlling interests ($45.00 per share)— — — (5)— (5)— 
Repurchases of Company ordinary sharesRepurchases of Company ordinary shares(4)(4)Repurchases of Company ordinary shares— (4)— — — (4)— 
Purchase of non-controlling interestPurchase of non-controlling interestPurchase of non-controlling interest— — — — — 
Balance, June 30, 2020$19 $(548)$5,958 $4,188 $(2,259)$7,358 $19 
Distributions to non-controlling interestsDistributions to non-controlling interests— — — — — — (2)
Balance, September 30, 2020Balance, September 30, 2020$19 $(540)$5,975 $3,940 $(2,088)$7,306 $17 
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1.    Basis of Presentation
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. is a limited liability company (Naamloze Vennootschap) incorporated under Dutch law by deed of incorporation dated October 15, 2009. Unless otherwise indicated, the “Company,” “we,” “us,” “our” or similar words are used to refer to LyondellBasell Industries N.V. together with its consolidated subsidiaries (“LyondellBasell N.V.”).
LyondellBasell N.V. is a worldwide manufacturer of chemicals and polymers, a refiner of crude oil, a significant producer of gasoline blending components and a developer and licensor of technologies for the production of polymers.
The accompanying unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared from the books and records of LyondellBasell N.V. in accordance with the instructions to Form 10-Q and Rule 10-01 of Regulation S-X for interim financial information. Certain notes and other information have been condensed or omitted from the interim financial statements included in this report. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and notes required by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”) for complete financial statements. In our opinion, all adjustments, including normal recurring adjustments, considered necessary for a fair statement have been included. The results for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of results for the entire year. These Consolidated Financial Statements should be read in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020. In the opinion of management, all adjustments, including normal recurring adjustments, considered necessary for a fair statement have been included. These statements contain some amounts that are based upon management estimates and judgments. Future actual results could differ from such current estimates. The results for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of results for the entire year.
2.    Accounting and Reporting Changes
Recently Adopted Guidance
The following table provides a brief description of recently adopted Accounting Standard Updates (“ASU”) issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”):
StandardDescription
ASU 2020-01, Clarifying the Interactions between Topic 321, Topic 323, Equity Method and Joint Ventures, and Topic 815, Derivatives and Hedging
This guidance clarifies that an entity should consider observable transactions that require it to either apply or discontinue the equity method of accounting for the purposes of applying the measurement alternative in accordance with Topic 321 and321. The standard also includes scope considerations for entities that hold certain non-derivative forward contracts and purchased options to acquire equity securities that, upon settlement of the forward contract or exercise of the purchase option, would be accounted for under the equity method of accounting. This guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2020, and interim periods within those fiscal years.

The prospective adoption of this guidance from January 1, 2021 did not have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.
ASU 2020-06, Debt - Debt with Conversion and Other Options and Derivatives and Hedging - Contracts in Entity’s Own Equity
This guidance simplifies the accounting for convertible instruments and the application of the derivatives scope exception for contracts in an entity’s own equity. The standard also amends the accounting for convertible instruments in the diluted earnings per share calculation and requires enhanced disclosures of convertible instruments and contracts in an entity’s own equity. The guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2021 and may be applied on a modified or fully retrospective basis.

The early adoption of this guidance on a modified retrospective basis from January 1, 2021 did not have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.


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StandardDescription
ASU 2020-09, Debt (Topic 470): Amendments to SEC Paragraphs Pursuant to SEC Release No. 33-10762
This guidance amends and supersedes SEC paragraphs in the Accounting Standards Codification to reflect the issuance of SEC Release No. 33-10762 related to financial disclosure requirements for subsidiary issuers and guarantors of registered debt securities and affiliates whose securities are pledged as collateral for registered securities. The guidance is effective for annual and interim periods ending after January 4, 2021.

The adoption of this guidance from January 1, 2021 did not have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.
Accounting Guidance Issued But Not Adopted as of JuneSeptember 30, 2021
There are no ASUs issued and not yet adopted that couldare expected to have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

3.    Revenues
Contract Balances—Contract liabilities were $181$250 million and $194 million at JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively. Revenue recognized in each reporting period, included in the contract liability balance at the beginning of the period, was immaterial.
Disaggregation of Revenues—The following table presents our revenues disaggregated by key products:
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Sales and other operating revenues:Sales and other operating revenues:Sales and other operating revenues:
Olefins and co-productsOlefins and co-products$1,185 $460 $2,276 $1,127 Olefins and co-products$1,453 $568 $3,729 $1,695 
PolyethylenePolyethylene2,611 1,277 4,764 2,736 Polyethylene2,705 1,423 7,469 4,159 
PolypropylenePolypropylene1,996 969 3,714 2,070 Polypropylene2,162 1,103 5,876 3,173 
Propylene oxide and derivativesPropylene oxide and derivatives725 332 1,227 796 Propylene oxide and derivatives832 421 2,059 1,217 
Oxyfuels and related productsOxyfuels and related products838 389 1,445 1,096 Oxyfuels and related products1,088 573 2,533 1,669 
Intermediate chemicalsIntermediate chemicals948 404 1,526 948 Intermediate chemicals910 486 2,436 1,434 
Compounding and solutionsCompounding and solutions1,077 549 2,115 1,461 Compounding and solutions1,019 834 3,134 2,295 
Advanced polymersAdvanced polymers256 151 487 332 Advanced polymers261 169 748 501 
Refined productsRefined products1,741 855 2,734 2,191 Refined products2,050 1,003 4,784 3,193 
OtherOther184 160 355 283 Other220 196 575 480 
TotalTotal$11,561 $5,546 $20,643 $13,040 Total$12,700 $6,776 $33,343 $19,816 



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The following table presents our revenues disaggregated by geography, based upon the location of the customer:
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Sales and other operating revenues:Sales and other operating revenues:Sales and other operating revenues:
United StatesUnited States$5,616 $2,417 $9,702 $5,604 United States$6,387 $2,983 $16,089 $8,587 
GermanyGermany934 398 1,699 1,039 Germany886 494 2,585 1,533 
ChinaChina561 302 1,121 545 China572 369 1,693 914 
ItalyItaly472 259 850 594 Italy489 290 1,339 884 
MexicoMexico496 285 1,133 868 
FranceFrance366 161 656 431 France384 213 1,040 644 
Mexico390 203 637 583 
The NetherlandsThe Netherlands346 153 616 365 The Netherlands423 197 1,039 562 
JapanJapan331 143 561 478 Japan432 161 993 639 
PolandPoland271 188 541 412 Poland300 205 841 617 
OtherOther2,274 1,322 4,260 2,989 Other2,331 1,579 6,591 4,568 
TotalTotal$11,561 $5,546 $20,643 $13,040 Total$12,700 $6,776 $33,343 $19,816 
4.    Accounts Receivable
Our accounts receivable are reflected in the Consolidated Balance Sheets, net of allowance for credit losses, of $7 million and $15 million at JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively.
5.    Inventories
Inventories consisted of the following components:
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollarsJune 30, 2021December 31, 2020Millions of dollarsSeptember 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Finished goodsFinished goods$3,168 $2,816 Finished goods$3,329 $2,816 
Work-in-processWork-in-process197 144 Work-in-process167 144 
Raw materials and suppliesRaw materials and supplies1,475 1,384 Raw materials and supplies1,486 1,384 
Total inventoriesTotal inventories$4,840 $4,344 Total inventories$4,982 $4,344 
Our inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market (“LCM”). Cost is determined using the last-in, first-out (“LIFO”) inventory valuation methodology, which means that the most recently incurred costs are charged to cost of sales and inventories are valued at the earliest acquisition costs. Market is determined based on an assessment of the current estimated replacement cost and selling price of the inventory. In periods where the market price of our inventory declines substantially, cost values of inventory may be higher than the market value, and as a result we adjust the value of inventory to market value. Fluctuations in the prices of crude oil, natural gas and correlated products from period to period may result in the recognition of charges to adjust the value of inventory to the LCM in periods of falling prices and the reversal of those charges in subsequent interim periods, within the fiscal year, as market prices recover.
During the first sixnine months of 2020, we recognized an LCM inventory valuation charge of $323$163 million related to the decline in pricing for many of our raw material and finished goods inventories since December 31, 2019. During the secondthird quarter of 2020, we recognized aan LCM inventory valuation benefit of $96$160 million, largely driven by the recovery of market pricespricing for many of crude oilour raw material and refined productsfinished goods inventories during the second quarter.


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6.    Debt
Long-term loans, notes and other debt, net of unamortized discount and debt issuance cost, consisted of the following:
Millions of dollarsJune 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Senior Notes due 2024, $1,000 million, 5.75% ($3 million of debt issuance cost)$997 $996 
Senior Notes due 2055, $1,000 million, 4.625% ($15 million of discount; $11 million of debt issuance cost)974 974 
Term Loan due 2022, $4,000 million1,448 
Guaranteed Notes due 2023, $750 million, 4.0% ($1 million of discount; $1 million of debt issuance cost)423 745 
Guaranteed Floating Rate Notes due 2023, $650 million ($3 million of debt issuance cost)647 646 
Guaranteed Notes due 2025, $500 million, 2.875% ($3 million of debt issuance cost)497 496 
Guaranteed Notes due 2025, $500 million, 1.25% ($1 million of discount; $4 million of debt issuance cost)495 495 
Guaranteed Notes due 2026, €500 million, 0.875% ($1 million of discount; $3 million of debt issuance cost)591 608 
Guaranteed Notes due 2027, $1,000 million, 3.5% ($6 million of discount; $5 million of debt issuance cost)1,084 1,090 
Guaranteed Notes due 2027, $300 million, 8.1%300 300 
Guaranteed Notes due 2030, $500 million, 3.375% ($1 million of discount; $3 million of debt issuance cost)500 495 
Guaranteed Notes due 2030, $500 million, 2.25% ($4 million of discount; $4 million of debt issuance cost)492 492 
Guaranteed Notes due 2031, €500 million, 1.625% ($6 million of discount; $3 million of debt issuance cost)585 602 
Guaranteed Notes due 2040, $750 million, 3.375% ($2 million of discount; $8 million of debt issuance cost)740 740 
Guaranteed Notes due 2043, $750 million, 5.25% ($19 million of discount; $7 million of debt issuance cost)724 723 
Guaranteed Notes due 2044, $1,000 million, 4.875% ($10 million of discount; $9 million of debt issuance cost)981 981 
Guaranteed Notes due 2049, $1,000 million, 4.2% ($15 million of discount; $10 million of debt issuance cost)975 975 
Guaranteed Notes due 2050, $1,000 million, 4.2% ($6 million of discount; $10 million of debt issuance cost)984 984 
Guaranteed Notes due 2051, $1,000 million, 3.625% ($3 million of discount; $11 million of debt issuance cost)986 986 
Guaranteed Notes due 2060, $500 million, 3.8% ($4 million of discount; $6 million of debt issuance cost)490 490 
Other25 28 
Total13,490 15,294 
Less current maturities(8)(8)
Long-term debt$13,482 $15,286 

Millions of dollarsSeptember 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Senior Notes due 2024, $1,000 million, 5.75% ($3 million of debt issuance cost)$997 $996 
Senior Notes due 2055, $1,000 million, 4.625% ($15 million of discount; $11 million of debt issuance cost)974 974 
Term Loan due 2022, $4,000 million— 1,448 
Guaranteed Notes due 2023, $750 million, 4.0% ($1 million of discount; $1 million of debt issuance cost)423 745 
Guaranteed Floating Rate Notes due 2023, $650 million ($3 million of debt issuance cost)647 646 
Guaranteed Notes due 2025, $500 million, 2.875%— 496 
Guaranteed Notes due 2025, $500 million, 1.25% ($1 million of discount; $3 million of debt issuance cost)495 495 
Guaranteed Notes due 2026, €500 million, 0.875% ($1 million of discount; $3 million of debt issuance cost)575 608 
Guaranteed Notes due 2027, $1,000 million, 3.5% ($6 million of discount; $5 million of debt issuance cost)1,079 1,090 
Guaranteed Notes due 2027, $300 million, 8.1%300 300 
Guaranteed Notes due 2030, $500 million, 3.375% ($1 million of discount; $3 million of debt issuance cost)499 495 
Guaranteed Notes due 2030, $500 million, 2.25% ($4 million of discount; $4 million of debt issuance cost)491 492 
Guaranteed Notes due 2031, €500 million, 1.625% ($6 million of discount; $3 million of debt issuance cost)570 602 
Guaranteed Notes due 2040, $750 million, 3.375% ($2 million of discount; $8 million of debt issuance cost)740 740 
Guaranteed Notes due 2043, $750 million, 5.25% ($19 million of discount; $7 million of debt issuance cost)724 723 
Guaranteed Notes due 2044, $1,000 million, 4.875% ($10 million of discount; $9 million of debt issuance cost)981 981 
Guaranteed Notes due 2049, $1,000 million, 4.2% ($15 million of discount; $10 million of debt issuance cost)975 975 
Guaranteed Notes due 2050, $1,000 million, 4.2% ($6 million of discount; $10 million of debt issuance cost)983 984 
Guaranteed Notes due 2051, $1,000 million, 3.625% ($3 million of discount; $11 million of debt issuance cost)986 986 
Guaranteed Notes due 2060, $500 million, 3.8% ($4 million of discount; $6 million of debt issuance cost)490 490 
Other24 28 
Total12,953 15,294 
Less current maturities(8)(8)
Long-term debt$12,945 $15,286 


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Fair value hedging adjustments associated with the fair value hedge accounting of our fixed-for-floating interest rate swaps for the applicable periods are as follows: 
 Gains (Losses)Cumulative Fair Value
Hedging Adjustments Included
in Carrying Amount of Debt
Gains (Losses)Cumulative Fair Value
Hedging Adjustments Included
in Carrying Amount of Debt
Inception
Year
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
June 30,December 31,Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
September 30,December 31,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars202120202021202020212020Millions of dollars202120202021202020212020
Senior Notes due 2021, 6.0%Senior Notes due 2021, 6.0%2016$$$$(14)$$Senior Notes due 2021, 6.0%$— $$— $(11)$— $— 
Guaranteed Notes due 2027, 3.5%2017(73)(94)(102)
Guaranteed Notes due 2022, 1.875%Guaranteed Notes due 2022, 1.875%2018Guaranteed Notes due 2022, 1.875%— — — — — 
Guaranteed Notes due 2025, 1.25%Guaranteed Notes due 2025, 1.25%— — — 
Guaranteed Notes due 2026, 0.875%Guaranteed Notes due 2026, 0.875%2020(1)(1)(1)(2)Guaranteed Notes due 2026, 0.875%(1)(2)— (2)
Guaranteed Notes due 2027, 3.5%Guaranteed Notes due 2027, 3.5%2021(1)— (1)— (1)— Guaranteed Notes due 2027, 3.5%12 (69)(90)(102)
Guaranteed Notes due 2030, 3.375%Guaranteed Notes due 2030, 3.375%2021(4)— (4)— (4)— Guaranteed Notes due 2030, 3.375%— (3)— (3)— 
Guaranteed Notes due 2030, 2.25%Guaranteed Notes due 2030, 2.25%— — — 
Guaranteed Notes due 2050, 4.2%Guaranteed Notes due 2050, 4.2%— — — 
TotalTotal$(1)$$$(87)$(100)$(104)Total$10 $$14 $(81)$(90)$(104)
Fair value adjustments are recognized in Interest expense in the Consolidated Statements of Income.
Short-term loans, notes and other debt consisted of the following:
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollarsJune 30, 2021December 31, 2020Millions of dollarsSeptember 30, 2021December 31, 2020
U.S. Receivables FacilityU.S. Receivables Facility$$U.S. Receivables Facility$— $— 
Commercial paperCommercial paper500 500 Commercial paper397 500 
Precious metal financingsPrecious metal financings167 140 Precious metal financings159 140 
OtherOther16 23 Other23 
Total Short-term debtTotal Short-term debt$683 $663 Total Short-term debt$563 $663 
Long-Term Debt
Senior Revolving Credit Facility—Our $2,500 million Senior Revolving Credit Facility, of which $2,440 million expires in June 2023 and the remainder expires in June 2022, may be used for dollar and euro denominated borrowings. The facility has a $500 million sub-limit for dollar and euro denominated letters of credit, a $1,000 million uncommitted accordion feature, and supports our commercial paper program. Borrowings under the facility bear interest at either a base rate or LIBOR rate, plus an applicable margin. Additional fees are incurred for the average daily unused commitments. At JuneSeptember 30, 2021, we had 0no borrowings or letters of credit outstanding and $2,010$2,104 million of unused availability under this facility.
Term Loan due 2022—In March 2019, LYB Americas Finance Company LLC, (“LYB Americas Finance”), a wholly owned subsidiary of LyondellBasell Industries N.V., entered into a $4,000 million senior unsecured delayed draw term loan credit facility that matures in March 2022. Borrowings under the credit agreement were available through December 31, 2019, subsequent to which no further borrowings may be made under the agreement. Outstanding borrowings bear interest at either a base rate or LIBOR rate, as defined, plus in each case, an applicable margin determined by reference to LyondellBasell N.V.’s current credit ratings. In JanuaryDuring the nine months ended September 30, 2021, we repaid $500$1,450 million outstanding under our Term Loan due 2022. The remaining outstanding balance of $950 million was repaid in the second quarter of 2021.


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Guaranteed Notes due 2023—In July 2013, LYB International Finance B.V. issued $750 million of 4% guaranteed notes due 2023 at a discounted price of 98.678%. In June 2021, we redeemed $325 million of the outstanding notes. In conjunction with the partial redemption, we recognized $25 million of debt extinguishment costs which are reflected in Interest expense in the Consolidated Statements of Income. The debt extinguishment costs include $23 million paid for make-whole premiums, fees and expenses related to the redemption of the notes and non-cash charges of $2 million for the write-off of unamortized debt discount and issuance costs.
Guaranteed Notes due 2025—In April 2020, LYB International Finance III, LLC (“LYB Finance III”) issued $500 million of 2.875% guaranteed notes due 2025 at a discounted price of 99.911%. In September 2021, we redeemed the $500 million outstanding notes. In conjunction with the redemption, we recognized $37 million of debt extinguishment costs which are reflected in Interest expense in the Consolidated Statements of Income. The debt extinguishment costs include $34 million paid for make-whole premiums, fees and expenses related to the redemption of the notes and non-cash charges of $3 million for the write-off of unamortized debt issuance costs.
Guaranteed Floating Rate Notes due 2023—In October 2020, LYB Finance III issued $650 million of guaranteed floating rate notes due 2023. In October 2021, we redeemed the $650 million outstanding notes. In conjunction with the redemption, we recognized $3 million of debt extinguishment costs related to the non-cash write-off of unamortized debt issuance costs.
Short-Term Debt
U.S. Receivables Facility—Our U.S. Receivables Facility has a purchase limit of $900 million in addition to a $300 million uncommitted accordion feature. In June 2021, we extended the term of the facility to June 2024 in accordance with the terms of the agreement. This facility provides liquidity through the sale or contribution of trade receivables by certain of our U.S. subsidiaries to a wholly owned, bankruptcy-remote subsidiary on an ongoing basis and without recourse. We pay variable interest rates on our secured borrowings. Additional fees are incurred for the average daily unused commitments. This facility also provides for the issuance of letters of credit up to $200 million. At JuneSeptember 30, 2021, we had 0no borrowings or letters of credit outstanding and $900 million unused availability under this facility.
Commercial Paper Program—We have a commercial paper program under which we may issue up to $2,500 million of privately placed, unsecured, short-term promissory notes (“commercial paper”). Interest rates on the commercial paper outstanding at JuneSeptember 30, 2021 are based on the terms of the notes and range from 0.14%0.13% to 0.25%0.17%. At JuneSeptember 30, 2021, we had $500$397 million of outstanding commercial paper.
Weighted Average Interest Rate—At JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, our weighted average interest rates on outstanding Short-term debt were 0.7% and 0.9%, respectively.
Additional Information
Debt Discount and Issuance Costs—Amortization of debt discounts and debt issuance costs resulted in amortization expense of $13$21 million and $7$12 million for the sixnine months ended JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively, which is included in Interest expense in the Consolidated Statements of Income.
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7.    Financial Instruments and Fair Value Measurements
We are exposed to market risks, such as changes in commodity pricing, interest rates and currency exchange rates. To manage the volatility related to these exposures, we selectively enter into derivative contracts pursuant to our risk management policies.
A summary of our financial instruments, risk management policies, derivative instruments, hedging activities and fair value measurement can be found in Notes 2 and 13 to our Consolidated Financial Statements included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020. If applicable, updates have been included in the respective sections below.
Cash and Cash Equivalents—At JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, we had marketable securities classified as Cash and cash equivalents of $514$707 million and $682 million, respectively.
Foreign Currency Gain (Loss)—Other income (expense), net, in the Consolidated Statements of Income includes foreign currency lossesgains of $5$4 million and $2 million, and losses of less than $1 million and $7 million for the three and sixnine months ended JuneSeptember 30, 2021, respectively, and gains of $3 million and losses of $4 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020, respectively.



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Financial Instruments Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis—The following table summarizes financial instruments outstanding for the periods presented that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis:
 June 30, 2021December 31, 2020 
Millions of dollarsNotional AmountFair ValueNotional AmountFair ValueBalance Sheet
Classification
Assets–
Derivatives designated as hedges:
Commodities$30 $22 $19 $Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Commodities20 41 Other Assets
Foreign currency358 26 26 Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Foreign currency923 21 Other assets
Interest ratesPrepaid expenses and other current assets
Interest rates569 122 Other assets
Derivatives not designated as hedges:
Commodities140 71 Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Foreign currency139 149 Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Non-derivatives:
Available-for-sale debt securities54 55 348 349 Short-term investments
Equity securities81 81 353 353 Short-term investments
Total$2,314 $227 $1,103 $739 
Liabilities–
Derivatives designated as hedges:
Commodities$$$$Accrued liabilities
Foreign currency855 105 1,213 146 Accrued liabilities
Foreign currency2,682 222 2,682 302 Other liabilities
Interest ratesAccrued liabilities
Interest rates1,000 243 1,000 343 Other liabilities
Derivatives not designated as hedges:
Commodities118 11 113 14 Accrued liabilities
Foreign currency1,306 76 Accrued liabilities
Total$5,961 $591 $5,084 $808 
 September 30, 2021December 31, 2020 
Millions of dollarsNotional AmountFair ValueNotional AmountFair ValueBalance Sheet
Classification
Assets–
Derivatives designated as hedges:
Commodities$35 $47 $19 $Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Commodities10 41 Other Assets
Foreign currency614 82 — 26 Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Foreign currency1,024 25 — — Other assets
Interest rates— — — Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Interest rates416 122 Other assets
Derivatives not designated as hedges:
Commodities288 38 71 Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Commodities— — Other assets
Foreign currency150 149 — Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Non-derivatives:
Available-for-sale debt securities— — 348 349 Short-term investments
Equity securities36 35 353 353 Short-term investments
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 September 30, 2021December 31, 2020 
Millions of dollarsNotional AmountFair ValueNotional AmountFair ValueBalance Sheet
Classification
Liabilities–
Derivatives designated as hedges:
Commodities$— $— $— $Accrued liabilities
Foreign currency855 101 1,213 146 Accrued liabilities
Foreign currency2,270 144 2,682 302 Other liabilities
Interest rates— — — Accrued liabilities
Interest rates1,600 228 1,000 343 Other liabilities
Derivatives not designated as hedges:
Commodities— 113 14 Accrued liabilities
Foreign currency842 16 76 Accrued liabilities
Total$5,570 $490 $5,084 $808 
As of JuneSeptember 30, 2021, our limited partnership investments included in our equity securities discussed below are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share, or its equivalent, practical expedient and have not been classified in the fair value hierarchy. All other financial instruments in the table above, including equity securities as of December 31, 2020, are classified as Level 2. We present the gross assets and liabilities of our derivative financial instruments on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
At JuneSeptember 30, 2021, our outstanding foreign currency contracts, not designated as hedges, mature from JulyOctober 2021 to March 2022. Our commodity contracts, not designated as hedges, mature in Julyfrom October 2021 to December 2021.


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Financial Instruments Not Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis—The following table presents the carrying value and estimated fair value of our financial instruments that are not measured at fair value on a recurring basis for the periods presented. Due to the short maturity, the fair value of all non-derivative financial instruments included in Current assets and Current liabilities for which the carrying value approximates fair value are excluded from the table below. Short-term and long-term debt are recorded at amortized cost in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. The carrying and fair values of short-term and of long-term debt exclude commercial paper and other miscellaneous debt. All financial instruments in the table below are classified as Level 2.
June 30, 2021December 31, 2020September 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollarsCarrying
 Value
Fair
 Value
Carrying
 Value
Fair
Value
Millions of dollarsCarrying
 Value
Fair
 Value
Carrying
 Value
Fair
Value
Non-derivatives:Non-derivatives:Non-derivatives:
Liabilities:Liabilities:Liabilities:
Short-term debtShort-term debt$167 $175 $140 $154 Short-term debt$159 $129 $140 $154 
Long-term debtLong-term debt13,465 15,123 15,266 17,290 Long-term debt12,929 14,493 15,266 17,290 
TotalTotal$13,632 $15,298 $15,406 $17,444 Total$13,088 $14,622 $15,406 $17,444 

Net Investment Hedges—The following table summarizes our net investment hedges outstanding for the periods presented:
June 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Millions of euro/dollarsNotional ValueNotional ValueExpiration Date
Equivalent
US$
Equivalent
US$
Foreign currency2,417 $2,813 1,667 $1,890 2021 to 2030
In the second quarter of 2021, we entered into foreign currency contracts with an aggregate notional value of €750 million that were designated as net investment hedges.
In July 2021, we entered into a foreign currency contract with a notional value of €250 million that was designated as a net investment hedge.
Cash Flow Hedges—The following table summarizes our cash flow hedges outstanding for the periods presented:
June 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Millions of dollarsNotional ValueNotional ValueExpiration Date
Foreign currency$2,005 $2,005 2021 to 2027
Interest rates1,000 1,000 2023 to 2024
Commodities50 60 2021 to 2022
As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, Other assets include$187 million and $238 million of collateral held with our counterparties related to our forward-starting interest rate swaps, respectively. Related cash flows are included in financing activities in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.


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Net Investment Hedges—The following table summarizes our net investment hedges outstanding for the periods presented:
September 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Millions of euro/dollarsNotional ValueNotional ValueExpiration Date
Equivalent
US$
Equivalent
US$
Foreign currency2,367 $2,758 1,667 $1,890 2022 to 2030
In the first nine months of 2021, we entered into four foreign currency contracts with an aggregate notional value of €1,000 million that were designated as net investment hedges.
In July 2021, foreign currency contracts with an aggregate notional value of €300 million expired. Upon settlement of these foreign currency contracts, we paid €300 million ($355 million at the expiry spot rate) to our counterparties and received $358 million from our counterparties.
Cash Flow Hedges—The following table summarizes our cash flow hedges outstanding for the periods presented:
September 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Millions of dollarsNotional ValueNotional ValueExpiration Date
Foreign currency$2,005 $2,005 2021 to 2027
Interest rates1,000 1,000 2023 to 2024
Commodities45 60 2021 to 2022
As of JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, Other assets include $238 million of collateral held with our counterparties related to our forward-starting interest rate swaps; this amount represents the maximum amount of collateral required in accordance with the swap agreements. Related cash flows are included in financing activities in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.
As of September 30, 2021, on a pre-tax basis, $5$6 million is scheduled to be reclassified from Accumulated other comprehensive loss as an increase to Interest expense over the next twelve months.
Fair Value Hedges—The following table summarizes our fair value hedges outstanding for the periods presented:
June 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Millions of dollarsNotional ValueNotional ValueExpiration Date
Interest rates$569 $122 2025 to 2030
September 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Millions of dollarsNotional ValueNotional ValueExpiration Date
Interest rates$1,016 $122 2025 to 2030
In Marchthe first nine months of 2021, we entered into a fixed-for-floating interest rate swap to mitigate the change in the fair value of $150 million of our $500 million, 3.375% guaranteed notes due 2030 associated with the risk of variability in the 3-month LIBOR rate component.
In April 2021, we entered into two fixed-for-floating interest rate swaps to mitigate the change in the fair value associated with the risk of variability in the 3-month LIBOR rate component of $150 million of our $500 million, 3.375% guaranteed notes due 2030, $300 million of our $1,000 million, 3.5% guaranteed notes due 2027, $150 million of our $500 million, 2.875% guaranteed notes due 2025, $150 million of our $500 million, 1.25% guaranteed notes due 2025 and $150 million of our $1,000$500 million, 3.5%2.25% guaranteed notes due 2027.
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In September 2021, upon the redemption of our $500 million, 2.875% guaranteed notes due 2025, the $150 million fixed-for-floating interest rate swap entered in April 2021 was dedesignated and concurrently redesignated as a partial-term hedge to mitigate the change in the fair value associated with the risk of variability in the 3-month LIBOR rate component of $150 million of our $1,000 million, 4.2% guaranteed notes due 2050.
Impact on Earnings and Other Comprehensive Income—The following tables summarize the pre-tax effect of derivative and non-derivative instruments recorded in Accumulated other comprehensive loss (“AOCI”), the gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI to earnings and additional gains (losses) recognized directly in earnings:
 Effects of Financial Instruments
Three Months Ended June 30,
 Gain (Loss) Recognized in AOCIGain (Loss) Reclassified from AOCI to IncomeGain (Loss) Recognized in IncomeIncome Statement
Millions of dollars202120202021202020212020Classification
Derivatives designated as hedges:
Commodities$23 $(2)$(3)$$$Cost of sales
Foreign currency(9)(86)24 45 13 14 Interest expense
Interest rates(123)(6)Interest expense
Derivatives not designated as hedges:
Commodities14 Sales and other operating revenues
Commodities12 77 Cost of sales
Foreign currency(15)(6)Other income, net
Non-derivatives designated as hedges:
Long-term debt(20)Other income, net
Total$(109)$(105)$23 $47 $22 $93 

 Effects of Financial Instruments
Three Months Ended September 30,
 Gain (Loss) Recognized in AOCIGain (Loss) Reclassified from AOCI to IncomeGain (Loss) Recognized in IncomeIncome Statement
Millions of dollars202120202021202020212020Classification
Derivatives designated as hedges:
Commodities$38 $$(14)$— $— $— Cost of sales
Foreign currency135 (125)(60)89 Interest expense
Interest rates17 102 (5)Interest expense
Derivatives not designated as hedges:
Commodities— — — — (1)Sales and other operating revenues
Commodities— — — — 49 42 Cost of sales
Foreign currency— — — — (32)(1)Other income (expense), net
Non-derivatives designated as hedges:
Long-term debt— (38)— — — — Other income (expense), net
Total$190 $(53)$(73)$90 $27 $49 

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 Effects of Financial Instruments
Six Months Ended June 30,
 Gain (Loss) Recognized in AOCIGain (Loss) Reclassified from AOCI to IncomeGain (Loss) Recognized in IncomeIncome Statement
Millions of dollars202120202021202020212020Classification
Derivatives designated as hedges:
Commodities$29 $(2)$(4)$$$Cost of sales
Foreign currency139 78 (68)(8)25 30 Interest expense
Interest rates100 (532)90 Interest expense
Derivatives not designated as hedges:
Commodities12 Sales and other operating revenues
Commodities23 74 Cost of sales
Foreign currency(29)(10)Other income, net
Non-derivatives designated as hedges:
Long-term debtOther income, net
Total$268 $(454)$(69)$(6)$36 $189 
The derivative amounts excluded from the assessment of effectiveness for foreign currency contracts designated as net investment hedges recognized in other comprehensive income for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 were gains of less than $1 million and $4 million, respectively and for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020 were losses of $2 million each.
The derivative amounts excluded from the assessment of effectiveness for foreign currency contracts designated as net investment hedges recognized in Interest expense for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 were gains of $2 million and $5 million, respectively, and for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020 were gains of $3 million and $7 million, respectively.
The pre-tax effect of the periodic receipt of fixed interest and payment of variable interest associated with our fixed-for-floating interest rate swaps resulted in $1 million decrease in Interest expense during each of the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, and $1 million and $3 million decrease in interest expense during the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, respectively.
Investments in Available-for-Sale Debt Securities—The following table summarizes the amortized cost, gross unrealized gains and losses, and fair value of our outstanding available-for-sale debt securities:    
Millions of dollarsCostGross Unrealized GainsGross Unrealized LossesFair Value
Debt securities at June 30, 2021$54 $$$55 
Debt securities at December 31, 2020348 349 
NaN allowance for credit losses related to our available-for-sale debt securities were recorded for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 and for the year ended December 31, 2020.
 Effects of Financial Instruments
Nine Months Ended September 30,
 Gain (Loss) Recognized in AOCIGain (Loss) Reclassified from AOCI to IncomeGain (Loss) Recognized in IncomeIncome Statement
Millions of dollars202120202021202020212020Classification
Derivatives designated as hedges:
Commodities$67 $$(18)$— $— $— Cost of sales
Foreign currency274 (47)(128)81 34 38 Interest expense
Interest rates117 (430)— 91 Interest expense
Derivatives not designated as hedges:
Commodities— — — — 18 Sales and other operating revenues
Commodities— — — — 72 116 Cost of sales
Foreign currency— — — — (61)(11)Other income (expense), net
Non-derivatives designated as hedges:
Long-term debt— (36)— — — — Other income (expense), net
Total$458 $(507)$(142)$84 $63 $238 


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AsThe derivative amounts excluded from the assessment of Juneeffectiveness for foreign currency contracts designated as net investment hedges recognized in other comprehensive income for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021 bonds classifiedwere gains of $1 million and $5 million, respectively, and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020 were gains of $1 million and losses of less than $1 million, respectively.
The derivative amounts excluded from the assessment of effectiveness for foreign currency contracts designated as net investment hedges recognized in Interest expense for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021 were gains of $1 million and $6 million, respectively, and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020 were gains of $1 million and $8 million, respectively.
The pre-tax effect of the periodic receipt of fixed interest and payment of variable interest associated with our fixed-for-floating interest rate swaps resulted in $2 million and $3 million decrease in Interest expense during each of the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021, respectively, and less than $1 million and $3 million decrease in interest expense during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020, respectively.
Investments in Available-for-Sale Debt Securities—The following table summarizes the amortized cost, gross unrealized gains and losses, and fair value of our outstanding available-for-sale debt securities had remaining maturities of less than 1 month.securities:    
We received proceeds of $217 million and $291 million from maturities of
Millions of dollarsCostGross Unrealized GainsGross Unrealized LossesFair Value
Debt securities at September 30, 2021$— $— $— $— 
Debt securities at December 31, 2020348 — 349 
No allowance for credit losses related to our available-for-sale debt securities duringwere recorded for the three and sixnine months ended JuneSeptember 30, 2021. NaN2021 and for the year ended December 31, 2020.
The proceeds were received from maturities of our available-for-sale debt securities during the three and six months ended June 30, 2020. In addition, 0 proceeds were received and 0 gain or loss was realized in connection with the sales of our available-for-sale debt securities during the three and sixnine months ended JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and 2020 respectively.are summarized in the following table:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Proceeds from maturities of available-for-sale debt securities$55 $— $346 $— 
Proceeds from sales of available-for-sale debt securities— 90 — 90 
We had 0no available-for-sale debt securities which were in a continuous unrealized loss position for less than or greater than twelve months as of JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020.
Investments in Equity Securities—Our investment in equity securities consists of an investment in a limited partnership with a notional amount of $81$36 million and $353 million as of JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively. The carrying amount approximateapproximates fair value. The investment is carried at its net asset value as a practical expedient at JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and fair value at December 31, 2020. The investment is under an orderly voluntary liquidation by the fund administrator and we expect the investment to be fully liquidated by early 2022, during which time redemption or sale of the investment is restricted.
We received proceeds of $38 million and $264 million related to our investments in equity securities during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, and $1 million during the six months ended June 30, 2020. NaN proceeds related to the sale of investments in equity securities were received during the three months ended June 30, 2020. Proceeds of $26 million were received in July 2021.
We recognized unrealized gain of less than $1 million on our equity securities that were outstanding during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 and 0 unrealized gains or losses was recognized during the three and six months ended in June 30, 2020.


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We received proceeds of $45 million and $309 million related to our investments in equity securities during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021, respectively, and $312 million and $313 million during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020, respectively.
We recognized unrealized losses of less than $1 million on our equity securities that were outstanding during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021, and no unrealized gains or losses were recognized during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020.

8.    Income Taxes
For interim tax reporting, we estimate an annual effective tax rate which is applied to the year-to-date ordinary income (loss). Tax effects of significant unusual or infrequently occurring items are excluded from the estimated annual effective tax rate calculation and recognized in the interim period in which they occur. Our effective income tax rate fluctuates based on, among other factors, changes in pretax income in countries with varying statutory tax rates, changes in valuation allowances, changes in foreign exchange gains or losses, the amount of exempt income, changes in unrecognized tax benefits associated with uncertain tax positions and changes in tax laws.

Our exempt income primarily includes interest income, export incentives, and equity earnings of joint ventures. Interest income earned by certain of our European subsidiaries through intercompany financings is taxed at rates substantially lower than the U.S. statutory rate. Export incentives relate to tax benefits derived from elections and structures available for U.S. exports. Equity earnings attributable to the earnings of our joint ventures, when paid through dividends to certain European subsidiaries, are exempt from all or portions of normal statutory income tax rates. We currently anticipate the favorable treatment for interest income, dividends, and export incentives to continue in the near term; however, this treatment is based on current law and tax rulings, which could change.

Our effective income tax rates for the third quarter and the first nine months of 2021 were 20.4% and 17.4%, respectively, compared to 1,136.4% and -16.7% for the third quarter and first nine months of 2020.
Our effective income tax rate decreased in the third quarter of 2021 compared to the third quarter of 2020. The lower effective tax rate for the three months ended June 30,third quarter of 2021 was 19.7% compared with -11.3%is primarily attributable to the recognition of a tax benefit of $125 million, primarily from a non-cash impairment in 2020. This tax benefit on our $11 million of pre-tax loss for the threethird quarter of 2020 resulted in an abnormally high effective tax rate.
Our effective income tax rate increased in the first nine months ended June 30,of 2021 compared to the first nine months of 2020. In March 2020, the U.S. enacted the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, also known as the “CARES Act.” The higher effective tax rate for the threefirst nine months ended June 30,of 2021 wasis primarily attributable to benefits resulting from the CARES Act (27.1%) andincreased pre-tax earnings relative to our tax rate drivers, primarily exempt income (10.0%(12.4%) relative to pretax earnings.



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Our effective income tax rate for the six months ended June 30, 2021 was 15.5% compared, coupled with 8.6% for the six months ended June 30, 2020.The higher effective tax rate for the six months ended June 30, 2021 was attributable to benefits resulting from the CARES Act (4.4%) and exempt income (8.9%) relative to pretax earnings. These drivers were partially offset by return to accrual adjustments primarily from a tax benefit associated withrecognized on a step-up of certain Italian assets to fair market value (-3.2%non-cash impairment in 2020 (21.7%).

As of JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, we had $499$497 million and $67 million, respectively, of income taxes payable which was included in Accrued liabilities in our Consolidated Balance Sheets.

9.    Commitments and Contingencies
Commitments—We have various purchase commitments for materials, supplies and services incidental to the ordinary conduct of business, generally for quantities required for our businesses and at prevailing market prices. These commitments are designed to assure sources of supply and are not expected to be in excess of normal requirements. As of JuneSeptember 30, 2021, we had capital expenditure commitments, which we incurred in our normal course of business, including commitments of approximately $259$472 million related to building our new PO/TBA plant in Houston, Texas.


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Financial Assurance Instruments—We have obtained letters of credit, performance and surety bonds and have issued financial and performance guarantees to support trade payables, potential liabilities and other obligations. Considering the frequency of claims made against the financial instruments we use to support our obligations, and the magnitude of those financial instruments in light of our current financial position, management does not expect that any claims against or draws on these instruments would have a material adverse effect on our Consolidated Financial Statements. We have not experienced any unmanageable difficulty in obtaining the required financial assurance instruments for our current operations.
Environmental Remediation—Our accrued liability for future environmental remediation costs at current and former plant sites and other remediation sites totaled $129$144 million and $133 million as of JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively. At JuneSeptember 30, 2021, the accrued liabilities for individual sites range from less than $1 million to $16$27 million. The remediation expenditures are expected to occur over a number of years, and not concentrated in any single year. In our opinion, it is reasonably possible that losses in excess of the liabilities recorded may have been incurred. However, we cannot estimate any amount or range of such possible additional losses. New information about sites, new technology or future developments such as involvement in investigations by regulatory agencies, could require us to reassess our potential exposure related to environmental matters.
Indemnification—We are parties to various indemnification arrangements, including arrangements entered into in connection with acquisitions, divestitures and the formation and dissolution of joint ventures. Pursuant to these arrangements, we provide indemnification to and/or receive indemnification from other parties in connection with liabilities that may arise in connection with the transactions and in connection with activities prior to completion of the transactions. These indemnification arrangements typically include provisions pertaining to third-party claims relating to environmental and tax matters and various types of litigation. As of JuneSeptember 30, 2021, we had not accrued any significant amounts for our indemnification obligations, and we are not aware of other circumstances that would likely lead to significant future indemnification obligations. We cannot determine with certainty the potential amount of future payments under the indemnification arrangements until events arise that would trigger a liability under the arrangements.
As part of our technology licensing contracts, we give indemnifications to our licensees for liabilities arising from possible patent infringement claims with respect to certain proprietary licensed technologies. Such indemnifications have a stated maximum amount and generally cover a period of 5 to 10 years.
Legal Proceedings—We are subject to various lawsuits and claims, including but not limited to, matters involving contract disputes, environmental damages, personal injury and property damage. We vigorously defend ourselves and prosecute these matters as appropriate.


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Our legal organization applies its knowledge, experience and professional judgment to the specific characteristics of our cases, employing a litigation management process to manage and monitor legal proceedings in which we are a party. Our process facilitates the early evaluation and quantification of potential exposures in individual cases. This process also enables us to track those cases that have been scheduled for trial, mediation or other resolution. We regularly assess the adequacy of legal accruals based on our professional judgment, experience and the information available regarding our cases.
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10.    Shareholders’ Equity and Redeemable Non-controlling Interests
Shareholders’ Equity
Dividend Distributions—The following table summarized the dividends paid in the periods presented:
Millions of dollars, except per share amountsMillions of dollars, except per share amountsDividend Per Ordinary ShareAggregate Dividends PaidDate of RecordMillions of dollars, except per share amountsDividend Per Ordinary ShareAggregate Dividends PaidDate of Record
March 2021March 2021$1.05 $352 March 8, 2021March 2021$1.05 $352 March 8, 2021
June 2021June 20211.13 378 June 7, 2021June 20211.13 378 June 7, 2021
September 2021September 20211.13 380 August 30, 2021
$3.31 $1,110 
$2.18 $730 
Share Repurchase Authorization—In May 2021, our shareholders approved a proposal to authorize us to repurchase up to 34.0 million ordinary shares, through November 28, 2022 (“May 2021 Share Repurchase Authorization”), which superseded any prior repurchase authorizations. The timing and amount of these repurchases, which are determined based on our evaluation of market conditions and other factors, may be executed from time to time through open market or privately negotiated transactions. The repurchased shares, which are recorded at cost, are classified as Treasury stock and may be retired or used for general corporate purposes, including for various employee benefit and compensation plans. As of June 30, 2021, there were 0 repurchases under the May 2021 Share Repurchase Authorization.
Ordinary SharesThe changes in the outstanding amounts of ordinary shares are as follows:
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
 20212020
Ordinary shares outstanding:
Beginning balance334,015,220 333,476,883 
Share-based compensation390,264 225,367 
Employee stock purchase plan98,034 178,239 
Purchase of ordinary shares(50,685)
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Treasury Shares—The changes in the amounts of treasury shares held by the Company are as follows:
Six Months Ended
June 30,
 20212020
Ordinary shares held as treasury shares:
Beginning balance6,030,408 6,568,745 
Share-based compensation(390,264)(225,367)
Employee stock purchase plan(50,006)(178,239)
Purchase of ordinary shares50,685 
Ending balance5,590,138 6,215,824 
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss—The components of, and after-tax changes in, Accumulated other comprehensive loss as of andfollowing table summarizes our share repurchase activity for the sixperiods presented:
Millions of dollars, except shares and per share amountsShares
Repurchased
Average
Purchase
Price
Total Purchase Price, Including
Commissions and Fees
For nine months ended September 30, 2021:
May 2021 Share Repurchase Authorization953,681 $93.34 $89 
For nine months ended September 30, 2020:
September 2019 Share Repurchase Authorization50,685 $78.93 $
Total cash paid for share repurchases for the nine months ended JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and 2020 are presented inwere $78 million and $4 million, respectively. Cash payments made during the following tables:
Millions of dollarsFinancial
Derivatives
Unrealized
Gains on Available
-for-Sale
Debt Securities
Defined Benefit
Pension and Other
Postretirement
Benefit Plans
Foreign
Currency
Translation
Adjustments
Total
Balance – January 1, 2021$(426)$$(752)$(766)$(1,943)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications193 (1)(12)180 
Tax expense before reclassifications(42)(18)(60)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss(69)32 (37)
Tax (expense) benefit15 (4)11 
Net other comprehensive income (loss)97 (1)28 (30)94 
Balance – June 30, 2021$(329)$$(724)$(796)$(1,849)
reporting period may differ from the total purchase price, including commissions and fees, due to the timing of payments.
Millions of dollarsFinancial
Derivatives
Unrealized
Gains on Available
-for-Sale
Debt Securities
Defined Benefit
Pension and Other
Postretirement
Benefit Plans
Foreign
Currency
Translation
Adjustments
Total
Balance – January 1, 2020$(200)$$(711)$(873)$(1,784)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(456)(133)(588)
Tax benefit before reclassifications95 95 
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss(6)28 22 
Tax (expense) benefit(7)(4)
Net other comprehensive income (loss)(364)21 (133)(475)
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Ordinary Shares—The changes in the outstanding amounts of ordinary shares are as follows:
 Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 20212020
Ordinary shares outstanding:
Beginning balance334,015,220 333,476,883 
Share-based compensation415,857 246,640 
Employee stock purchase plan149,956 245,521 
Purchase of ordinary shares(953,681)(50,685)
Ending balance333,627,352 333,918,359 
Treasury Shares—The changes in the amounts of treasury shares held by the Company are as follows:
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 20212020
Ordinary shares held as treasury shares:
Beginning balance6,030,408 6,568,745 
Share-based compensation(415,857)(246,640)
Employee stock purchase plan(50,006)(245,521)
Purchase of ordinary shares953,681 50,685 
Ending balance6,518,226 6,127,269 
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss—The components of, and after-tax changes in, Accumulated other comprehensive loss as of and for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 and 2020 are presented in the following tables:
Millions of dollarsFinancial
Derivatives
Unrealized
Gains on Available
-for-Sale
Debt Securities
Defined Benefit
Pension and Other
Postretirement
Benefit Plans
Foreign
Currency
Translation
Adjustments
Total
Balance – December 31, 2020$(426)$$(752)$(766)$(1,943)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications311 (1)— (92)218 
Tax expense before reclassifications(69)— — (35)(104)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss(142)— 66 — (76)
Tax (expense) benefit32 — (10)— 22 
Net other comprehensive income (loss)132 (1)56 (127)60 
Balance – September 30, 2021$(294)$— $(696)$(893)$(1,883)


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Millions of dollarsFinancial
Derivatives
Unrealized
Gains on Available
-for-Sale
Debt Securities
Defined Benefit
Pension and Other
Postretirement
Benefit Plans
Foreign
Currency
Translation
Adjustments
Total
Balance – December 31, 2019$(200)$— $(711)$(873)$(1,784)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(447)— (53)(499)
Tax benefit before reclassifications93 — — 99 
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss84 — 42 — 126 
Tax expense(19)— (11)— (30)
Net other comprehensive income (loss)(289)31 (47)(304)
Balance – September 30, 2020$(489)$$(680)$(920)$(2,088)
The amounts reclassified out of each component of Accumulated other comprehensive loss are as follows: 
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Affected Line Item on
the Consolidated
Statements of Income
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Affected Line Item on
the Consolidated
Statements of Income
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Reclassification adjustments for:Reclassification adjustments for:Reclassification adjustments for:
Financial derivatives:Financial derivatives:Financial derivatives:
Foreign currencyForeign currency$24 $45 $(68)$(8)Interest expenseForeign currency$(60)$89 $(128)$81 Interest expense
CommoditiesCommodities(3)(4)Cost of salesCommodities(14)— (18)— Cost of sales
Interest ratesInterest ratesInterest expenseInterest ratesInterest expense
Income tax (expense) benefitIncome tax (expense) benefit(5)(12)15 Provision for income taxesIncome tax (expense) benefit17 (22)32 (19)Provision for income taxes
Financial derivatives, net of taxFinancial derivatives, net of tax18 35 (54)(3)Financial derivatives, net of tax(56)68 (110)65 
Amortization of defined pension items:Amortization of defined pension items:Amortization of defined pension items:
Prior service costPrior service costOther income, netPrior service cost— Other income (expense), net
Actuarial lossActuarial loss12 13 26 26 Other income, netActuarial loss14 13 40 39 Other income (expense), net
Settlement lossSettlement lossOther income, netSettlement loss20 — 24 — Other income (expense), net
Income tax expenseIncome tax expense(3)(4)(7)Provision for income taxesIncome tax expense(6)(4)(10)(11)Provision for income taxes
Defined pension items, net of taxDefined pension items, net of tax17 11 28 21 Defined pension items, net of tax28 10 56 31 
Total reclassifications, before taxTotal reclassifications, before tax40 61 (37)22 Total reclassifications, before tax(39)104 (76)126 
Income tax (expense) benefitIncome tax (expense) benefit(5)(15)11 (4)Provision for income taxesIncome tax (expense) benefit11 (26)22 (30)Provision for income taxes
Total reclassifications, after taxTotal reclassifications, after tax$35 $46 $(26)$18 Amount included in net incomeTotal reclassifications, after tax$(28)$78 $(54)$96 Amount included in net income
Redeemable Non-controlling Interests
Our redeemable non-controlling interests relate to shares of cumulative perpetual special stock (“redeemable non-controlling interest stock”) issued by oura consolidated subsidiary. As of JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, we had 115,374 shares of redeemable non-controlling interest stock outstanding. In February, May and MayAugust 2021, we paid cash dividends of $15.00 per share to our redeemable non-controlling interest shareholders of record as of January 15, 2021, April 15, 2021 and AprilJuly 15, 2021. These dividends totaled $3$5 million for each of the sixnine months ended JuneSeptember 30, 2021 and 2020.


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11.    Per Share Data
Basic earnings per share are based upon the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the periods. Diluted earnings per share includes the effect of certain stock option awards and other equity-based compensation awards. We have unvested restricted stock units that are considered participating securities for earnings per share. There was no impact to basic or diluted earnings per share from discontinued operations.
Earnings per share data and dividends declared per share of common stock are as follows:
 Three Months Ended June 30,
20212020
Millions of dollarsContinuing
Operations
Discontinued
Operations
Continuing
Operations
Discontinued
Operations
Net income (loss)$2,057 $$315 $(1)
Dividends on redeemable non-controlling interests(1)(1)
Net (income) loss attributable to participating securities(6)(1)
Net income (loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders – basic and diluted$2,050 $$313 $(1)
Millions of shares, except per share amounts
Basic weighted average common stock outstanding334 334 334 334 
Effect of dilutive securities
Potential dilutive shares335 335 334 334 
Earnings (loss) per share:
Basic$6.13 $0.01 $0.94 $
Diluted$6.12 $0.01 $0.94 $
Six Months Ended June 30, Three Months Ended September 30,
2021202020212020
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollarsContinuing
Operations
Discontinued
Operations
Continuing
Operations
Discontinued
Operations
Millions of dollarsContinuing
Operations
Discontinued
Operations
Continuing
Operations
Discontinued
Operations
Net income (loss)Net income (loss)$3,129 $$458 $Net income (loss)$1,763 $(1)$114 $— 
Dividends on redeemable non-controlling interestsDividends on redeemable non-controlling interests(3)(3)Dividends on redeemable non-controlling interests(2)— (2)— 
Net (income) loss attributable to participating securities(8)(1)
Net income attributable to participating securitiesNet income attributable to participating securities(4)— (1)— 
Net income (loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders – basic and dilutedNet income (loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders – basic and diluted$3,118 $$454 $Net income (loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders – basic and diluted$1,757 $(1)$111 $— 
Millions of shares, except per share amountsMillions of shares, except per share amountsMillions of shares, except per share amounts
Basic weighted average common stock outstandingBasic weighted average common stock outstanding334 334 334 334 Basic weighted average common stock outstanding334 334 334 334 
Effect of dilutive securitiesEffect of dilutive securitiesEffect of dilutive securities— — — — 
Potential dilutive sharesPotential dilutive shares335 335 334 334 Potential dilutive shares334 334 334 334 
Earnings (loss) per share:
Earnings per share:Earnings per share:
BasicBasic$9.33 $$1.36 $Basic$5.25 $— $0.33 $— 
DilutedDiluted$9.32 $$1.36 $Diluted$5.25 $— $0.33 $— 
 Nine Months Ended September 30,
 20212020
Millions of dollarsContinuing
Operations
Discontinued
Operations
Continuing
Operations
Discontinued
Operations
Net income (loss)$4,892 $(1)$572 $— 
Dividends on redeemable non-controlling interests(5)— (5)— 
Net income attributable to participating securities(12)— (2)— 
Net income (loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders – basic and diluted$4,875 $(1)$565 $— 
Millions of shares, except per share amounts
Basic weighted average common stock outstanding334 334 334 334 
Effect of dilutive securities— — — — 
Potential dilutive shares334 334 334 334 
Earnings per share:
Basic$14.58 $— $1.69 $— 
Diluted$14.57 $— $1.69 $— 


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12.    Segment and Related Information
Our operations are managed by senior executives who report to our Chief Executive Officer, the chief operating decision maker. Discrete financial information is available for each of the segments, and our Chief Executive Officer uses the operating results of each of the operating segments for performance evaluation and resource allocation. The activities of each of our segments from which they earn revenues and incur expenses are described below: 
Olefins and Polyolefins—Americas (“O&P—Americas”). Our O&P—Americas segment produces and markets olefins and co-products, polyethylene and polypropylene.
Olefins and Polyolefins—Europe, Asia, International (“O&P—EAI”). Our O&P—EAI segment produces and markets olefins and co-products, polyethylene and polypropylene.
Intermediates and Derivatives (“I&D”). Our I&D segment produces and markets propylene oxide and its derivatives, oxyfuels and related products, and intermediate chemicals such as styrene monomer, acetyls, ethylene oxide and ethylene glycol.
Advanced Polymer Solutions (“APS”). Our APS segment produces and markets compounding and solutions, such as polypropylene compounds, engineered plastics, masterbatches, engineered composites, colors and powders, and advanced polymers, which includes Catalloy and polybutene-1.
Refining. Our Refining segment refines heavy, high-sulfur crude oil and other crude oils of varied types and sources available on the U.S. Gulf Coast into refined products, including gasoline and distillates.
Technology. Our Technology segment develops and licenses chemical and polyolefin process technologies and manufactures and sells polyolefin catalysts.
Our chief operating decision maker uses EBITDA as the primary measure for reviewing profitability of our segments, and therefore, we have presented EBITDA for all segments. We define EBITDA as earnings before interest, income taxes, and depreciation and amortization.
“Other” includes intersegment eliminations and items that are not directly related or allocated to business operations, such as foreign exchange gains or losses and components of pension and other postretirement benefit costs other than service costs. Sales between segments are made primarily at prices approximating prevailing market prices.
Summarized financial information concerning reportable segments is shown in the following tables for the periods presented: 
 Three Months Ended June 30, 2021
Millions of dollarsO&P–
Americas
O&P–
EAI
I&DAPSRefiningTechnologyOtherTotal
Sales and other operating revenues:
Customers$2,564 $3,240 $2,531 $1,333 $1,741 $152 $$11,561 
Intersegment1,159 215 54 204 31 (1,666)
3,723 3,455 2,585 1,336 1,945 183 (1,666)11,561 
Income from equity investments35 102 11 148 
EBITDA1,576 708 596 129 (81)92 (2)3,018 
Capital expenditures82 47 245 15 20 20 431 


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 Three Months Ended June 30, 2020
Millions of dollarsO&P–
Americas
O&P–
EAI
I&DAPSRefiningTechnologyOtherTotal
Sales and other operating revenues:
Customers$1,073 $1,642 $1,140 $700 $854 $137 $$5,546 
Intersegment360 60 17 65 40 (547)
1,433 1,702 1,157 705 919 177 (547)5,546 
Income from equity investments51 61 
LCM inventory valuation (benefit) charge(38)34 20 67 (179)(96)
EBITDA248 185 101 (44)165 112 (7)760 
Capital expenditures190 34 305 10 21 26 588 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2021
Millions of dollarsO&P–
Americas
O&P–
EAI
I&DAPSRefiningTechnologyOtherTotal
Sales and other operating revenues:
Customers$4,699 $6,080 $4,235 $2,602 $2,734 $293 $$20,643 
Intersegment1,883 422 117 337 55 (2,818)
6,582 6,502 4,352 2,606 3,071 348 (2,818)20,643 
Income from equity investments65 197 23 285 
EBITDA2,443 1,120 778 264 (191)186 4,603 
Capital expenditures147 87 390 35 45 42 25 771 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 Three Months Ended September 30, 2021
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollarsO&P–
Americas
O&P–
EAI
I&DAPSRefiningTechnologyOtherTotalMillions of dollarsO&P–
Americas
O&P–
EAI
I&DAPSRefiningTechnologyOtherTotal
Sales and other operating revenues:Sales and other operating revenues:Sales and other operating revenues:
CustomersCustomers$2,246 $3,706 $2,872 $1,793 $2,190 $233 $$13,040 Customers$3,071 $3,262 $2,851 $1,280 $2,050 $186 $— $12,700 
IntersegmentIntersegment979 220 55 177 66 (1,505)Intersegment1,337 196 43 238 52 (1,872)— 
3,225 3,926 2,927 1,801 2,367 299 (1,505)13,040 4,408 3,458 2,894 1,286 2,288 238 (1,872)12,700 
Income (loss) from equity investments48 (1)61 
LCM inventory valuation charge73 70 98 69 13 323 
Income from equity investmentsIncome from equity investments29 66 — — — — 104 
EBITDAEBITDA614 374 304 69 (107)168 (16)1,406 EBITDA1,568 474 348 121 41 155 (16)2,691 
Capital expendituresCapital expenditures394 76 658 23 37 56 1,248 Capital expenditures72 54 327 20 17 22 514 


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 Three Months Ended September 30, 2020
Millions of dollarsO&P–
Americas
O&P–
EAI
I&DAPSRefiningTechnologyOtherTotal
Sales and other operating revenues:
Customers$1,268 $1,837 $1,498 $1,003 $1,003 $167 $— $6,776 
Intersegment572 145 40 98 26 (882)— 
1,840 1,982 1,538 1,004 1,101 193 (882)6,776 
Income from equity investments15 40 — — — — 62 
LCM inventory valuation benefit(70)(17)(22)(40)(11)— — (160)
EBITDA474 148 267 157 (692)111 466 
Capital expenditures130 38 103 18 15 24 97 425 
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021
Millions of dollarsO&P–
Americas
O&P–
EAI
I&DAPSRefiningTechnologyOtherTotal
Sales and other operating revenues:
Customers$7,770 $9,342 $7,086 $3,882 $4,784 $479 $— $33,343 
Intersegment3,220 618 160 10 575 107 (4,690)— 
10,990 9,960 7,246 3,892 5,359 586 (4,690)33,343 
Income from equity investments94 263 32 — — — — 389 
EBITDA4,011 1,594 1,126 385 (150)341 (13)7,294 
Capital expenditures219 141 717 55 62 64 27 1,285 
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2020
Millions of dollarsO&P–
Americas
O&P–
EAI
I&DAPSRefiningTechnologyOtherTotal
Sales and other operating revenues:
Customers$3,514 $5,543 $4,370 $2,796 $3,193 $400 $— $19,816 
Intersegment1,551 365 95 275 92 (2,387)— 
5,065 5,908 4,465 2,805 3,468 492 (2,387)19,816 
Income (loss) from equity investments24 88 12 (1)— — — 123 
LCM inventory valuation charge53 76 29 — — 163 
EBITDA1,088 522 571 226 (799)279 (15)1,872 
Capital expenditures524 114 761 41 52 80 101 1,673 
During the third quarter of 2020, we assessed the Houston refinery for impairment and determined that the asset group carrying value exceeded its undiscounted estimated pre-tax cash flows and fair value. As a result, we recognized a non-cash impairment charge in the third quarter of 2020 of $582 million, which includes a $570 million impairment of property, plant and equipment and a $12 million impairment of intangible assets. The fair value measurement for the asset group is a Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy.


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We are currently weighing strategic options for our Refining segment, including a potential sale of our Houston refinery. While the refinery is a valuable asset, we believe that it may be even more valuable as part of a larger refining system. Any strategic option pursued for the Houston refinery remains subject to the approval of our Board of Directors and, assuming such approval is obtained, may require certain regulatory approvals or other closing conditions.

A reconciliation of EBITDA to Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes is shown in the following table for each of the periods presented:
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
EBITDA:EBITDA:EBITDA:
Total segment EBITDATotal segment EBITDA$3,020 $767 $4,600 $1,422 Total segment EBITDA$2,707 $465 $7,307 $1,887 
Other EBITDAOther EBITDA(2)(7)(16)Other EBITDA(16)(13)(15)
Less:Less:Less:
Depreciation and amortization expenseDepreciation and amortization expense(330)(356)(665)(698)Depreciation and amortization expense(351)(358)(1,016)(1,056)
Interest expenseInterest expense(130)(125)(240)(214)Interest expense(126)(122)(366)(336)
Add:Add:Add:
Interest incomeInterest incomeInterest income10 
Income from continuing operations before income taxes$2,563 $283 $3,705 $501 
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxesIncome (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes$2,215 $(11)$5,920 $490 



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Item 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
GENERAL
This discussion should be read in conjunction with the information contained in our Consolidated Financial Statements, and the accompanying notes elsewhere in this report. Unless otherwise indicated, the “Company”, “we”, “us,” “our” or similar words are used to refer to LyondellBasell Industries N.V. together with its consolidated subsidiaries (“LyondellBasell N.V.”).
OVERVIEW

OurThird quarter results demonstrate that we continue to be well positioned to benefit from the ongoing global economic recovery. Inreflect robust demand for our O&P—Americasproducts and O&P—EAI segments,tight market conditions, which supported strong demand supported price and margin improvements during the second quartermargins across most of 2021.our businesses. During the second quarter, we operated all of our available capacity at near full rates to begin rebuilding depleted industry-wide inventories and addressing our customers' backlogs. Our growth investments expanded the earnings power of our global portfolio and contributed to our ability to generate a total of $1.9 billion in cash from operations during the quarter. Further, during the second quarter we raised our quarterly dividend by 7.6% while continuing to focus on deleveraging our balance sheet.

Significant items that affected our results during the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 relative to the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2020, include:
EBITDA increased largely due to margin improvements in our O&P—Americas, results increased primarily due to olefin and polyolefin margin improvements;
O&P—EAI, I&D and Refining segments. While results improved as a resultfor our I&D segment, this segment was impacted by lost volume in connection with downtime in our acetyls business. Increasing mobility has improved demand and margins for transportation fuels produced by our Refining segment.

Strong business results and the benefits of higher margins;recent growth investments enabled us to repay $2,378 million of debt during the first nine months of 2021 and an additional $650 million in October 2021. Additionally, we have resumed our share repurchase activity and purchased approximately 1 million shares for $89 million during the third quarter.

I&D results increased primarily driven by higher margins across most businesses.
Other noteworthy items sinceDuring the beginningsecond quarter of the year include the following:
In June 2021, we invested $104 million to purchase a 50% interest in a joint venture with the China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation which will construct a new propylene oxide and styrene monomer unit in China; and
In the first six months of 2021, repaid $1,450 million and $325 million outstanding under our Term Loan due 2022 and 4% Guaranteed Notes due 2023, respectively.


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China.
Results of operations for the periods discussed are presented in the table below:
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Sales and other operating revenuesSales and other operating revenues$11,561 $5,546 $20,643 $13,040 Sales and other operating revenues$12,700 $6,776 $33,343 $19,816 
Cost of salesCost of sales8,676 4,894 16,354 11,762 Cost of sales10,109 5,885 26,463 17,647 
Impairment of long-lived assetsImpairment of long-lived assets— 582 — 582 
Selling, general and administrative expensesSelling, general and administrative expenses327 288 614 583 Selling, general and administrative expenses313 259 927 842 
Research and development expensesResearch and development expenses32 25 61 52 Research and development expenses30 27 91 79 
Operating incomeOperating income2,526 339 3,614 643 Operating income2,248 23 5,862 666 
Interest expenseInterest expense(130)(125)(240)(214)Interest expense(126)(122)(366)(336)
Interest incomeInterest incomeInterest income10 
Other income, net14 39 
Other (expense) income, netOther (expense) income, net(12)23 27 27 
Income from equity investmentsIncome from equity investments148 61 285 61 Income from equity investments104 62 389 123 
Income from continuing operations before income taxes2,563 283 3,705 501 
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxesIncome (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes2,215 (11)5,920 490 
Provision for (benefit from) income taxesProvision for (benefit from) income taxes506 (32)576 43 Provision for (benefit from) income taxes452 (125)1,028 (82)
Income from continuing operationsIncome from continuing operations2,057 315 3,129 458 Income from continuing operations1,763 114 4,892 572 
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax(1)— — 
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxLoss from discontinued operations, net of tax(1)— (1)— 
Net incomeNet income$2,059 $314 $3,129 $458 Net income$1,762 $114 $4,891 $572 



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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Revenues—Revenues increased by $6,015$5,924 million, or 108%87%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $7,603$13,527 million, or 58%68%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. Average sales prices in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 were higher for many of our products as sales prices generally correlate with crude oil prices, which increased relative to the corresponding periods in 2020. These higher prices led to a 99%77% and 54%63% increase in revenue in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively. Higher sales volumes, driven by increased demand, resulted in a revenue increase of 10% and 3% in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021, respectively. Favorable foreign exchange impacts resulted in a revenue increase of 3% and 4%2% during the second quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively. Sales volumes were relatively unchanged in the first six months of 2021 compared to the first six months of 2020. In the second quarter of 2021, higher sales volumes resulted in a revenue increase of 6% relative to the second quarter of 2020 as a result of increased demand.2021.
Cost of Sales—Cost of sales increased by $3,782$4,224 million, or 77%72%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $4,592$8,816 million, or 39%50%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020, respectively. This increase primarily related to higher feedstock and energy costs.
During the first sixnine months of 2020, we recognized an LCM inventory valuation chargescharge of $323$163 million related to the decline in market pricing for many of our raw material and finished goods inventories since December 31, 2019. During the third quarter of 2020, we recognized an LCM inventory valuation benefit of $160 million largely driven by the recovery of market pricing for many of our raw material and finished goods inventories during the period. quarter.
Impairment of Long-Lived AssetsDuring the secondthird quarter of 2020, we assessed the Houston refinery for impairment and determined that the asset group carrying value exceeded its undiscounted estimated pre-tax cash flows and fair value. As a result, we recognized a $96 million LCM inventory valuation benefit largely driven bynon-cash impairment charge in the recoverythird quarter of market prices2020 of crude oil and refined products during the second quarter.$582 million.
Operating Income—Operating income increased by $2,187$2,225 million, or 645%9,674%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $2,971$5,196 million, or 462%780%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. In the secondthird quarter of 2021, operating income in our O&P–Americas, Refining, O&P–EAI, I&D and APSTechnology segments increased by $1,288$1,094 million, $470$758 million, $469$309 million, $67 million and $184$43 million, respectively, relative to the secondthird quarter of 2020. The increases were partially offset by declinesa decline of $211 million and $22 million in our Refining and Technology segments, respectively,APS segment in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020.


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In the first sixnine months of 2021, operating income in our O&P–Americas, O&P–EAI, Refining, I&D, APS and Technology segments increased by $1,737$2,831 million, $594$903 million, $426$731 million, $218$493 million, $196 million and $13$56 million, respectively, compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. The increases were partially offset by a decline of $27 million in our Refining segment in the first six months of 2021 compared to the first six months 2020. Results for each of our business segments are discussed further in the Segment Analysis section below.
Income from Equity Investments—Income from our equity investments increased $87$42 million, or 143%68%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $224$266 million, or 367%216%, in the second quarterfirst nine months of 2021 compared to the second quarterfirst nine months of 2020. The increase was primarily due to increases in our O&P–EAI segment driven primarily by higher margins due to increased demand.
Income Taxes—Our effective income tax rate for the secondthird quarter of 2021 was 19.7%20.4% compared with -11.3%1,136.4% for the secondthird quarter of 2020. Our effective income tax rate for the first sixnine months of 2021 was 15.5%17.4% compared with 8.6%-16.7% for the first sixnine months of 2020. Changes in our effective income tax rate were primarily driven by changes in pre-tax income as well as a tax benefit recognized on the non-cash impairment of our Houston refinery in the third quarter of 2020. Our income tax results are discussed further in Note 8 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
Comprehensive Income—Comprehensive income increased by $1,706$1,443 million in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $3,240$4,683 million in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. These changes were primarily due to higher net income partially offset by the net unfavorable impacts of unrealized changes in foreign currency translation adjustments. Financial derivatives activity increased comprehensive income by $421 million in the first nine months of 2021 compared to the first nine months of 2020, and financial derivatives activity.decreased comprehensive income by $40 million in the third quarter of 2021 compared to the third quarter of 2020.


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In the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, the cumulative after-tax effects of our derivatives designated as cash flow hedges were net lossesgains of $78$35 million and net gains of $97$132 million, respectively. Pre-tax lossesgains of $123$17 million and pre-tax gains of $100$117 million related to forward-starting interest rate swaps were driven by periodic changes in benchmark interest rates in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively. The fluctuations of the U.S. dollar against the euro and the periodic changes in benchmark interest rates, in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, resulted in pre-tax lossesgains of $22$63 million and pre-tax gains of $64$127 million, respectively, related to our cross-currency swaps. Pre-tax gainslosses of $24$60 million and pre-tax losses of $68$128 million related to our cross-currency swaps were reclassified from Accumulated other comprehensive loss to Interest expense in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively. The remaining change pertains to our commodity cash flow hedges.
In the first sixnine months of 2020, the cumulative after-tax effects of our derivatives designated as cash flow hedges were net losses of $364$289 million. Included wasin this amount, were pre-tax losses of $532$430 million related to forward-starting interest rate swaps, driven by the significant decline in benchmark interest rates in the first quarternine months of 2020, primarily due to changes in the economy impacting late in the first quarter of 2020.
The predominant functional currency for our operations outside of the U.S. is the euro. Relative to the U.S. dollar, the value of the euro strengthenedweakened in the secondthird quarter and the first nine months of 2021, resulting in net gains reflected in the Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income. During the first six months of 2021, the value of the euro decreased relative to the U.S. dollar, resulting in cumulative year-to-date net losses reflected in the Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income. The gains andnet losses related to unrealized changes in foreign currency translation impacts include pre-tax gains of $13$72 million and $75$147 million in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, which represent the effective portion of our net investment hedges.
In the first sixnine months of 2020, relative to the U.S. dollar, the value of the euro decreasedincreased resulting in net lossesgains in the Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income. The net gains related to unrealized changes in foreign currency translation impacts were partially offset by pre-tax losses of $60 million in the first nine months of 2020, which represent the effective portion of our net investment hedges. Additionally, during the first nine months of 2020 we recognized unrealized foreign currency translation losses of $75 million resulting from the decrease in the value of the Mexican peso and the Brazilian real.


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We use earnings before interest, income taxes, and depreciation and amortization (“EBITDA”) as our measure of profitability for segment reporting purposes. This measure of segment operating results is used by our chief operating decision maker to assess the performance of and allocate resources to our operating segments. Intersegment eliminations and items that are not directly related or allocated to business operations, such as foreign exchange gains or losses and components of pension and other postretirement benefits other than service costs are included in “Other”. For additional information related to our operating segments, as well as a reconciliation of EBITDA to its nearest GAAP measure, Income from continuing operations before income taxes, see Note 12 to our Consolidated Financial Statements.
Revenues and the components of EBITDA for the periods presented are reflected in the table below:
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Sales and other operating revenues:Sales and other operating revenues:Sales and other operating revenues:
O&P–Americas segmentO&P–Americas segment$3,723 $1,433 $6,582 $3,225 O&P–Americas segment$4,408 $1,840 $10,990 $5,065 
O&P–EAI segmentO&P–EAI segment3,455 1,702 6,502 3,926 O&P–EAI segment3,458 1,982 9,960 5,908 
I&D segmentI&D segment2,585 1,157 4,352 2,927 I&D segment2,894 1,538 7,246 4,465 
APS segmentAPS segment1,336 705 2,606 1,801 APS segment1,286 1,004 3,892 2,805 
Refining segmentRefining segment1,945 919 3,071 2,367 Refining segment2,288 1,101 5,359 3,468 
Technology segmentTechnology segment183 177 348 299 Technology segment238 193 586 492 
Other, including intersegment eliminationsOther, including intersegment eliminations(1,666)(547)(2,818)(1,505)Other, including intersegment eliminations(1,872)(882)(4,690)(2,387)
TotalTotal$11,561 $5,546 $20,643 $13,040 Total$12,700 $6,776 $33,343 $19,816 
Operating income (loss):Operating income (loss):Operating income (loss):
O&P–Americas segmentO&P–Americas segment$1,395 $107 $2,082 $345 O&P–Americas segment$1,403 $309 $3,485 $654 
O&P–EAI segmentO&P–EAI segment551 81 810 216 O&P–EAI segment361 52 1,171 268 
I&D segmentI&D segment493 24 581 155 I&D segment247 180 828 335 
APS segmentAPS segment101 (83)205 (13)APS segment94 116 299 103 
Refining segmentRefining segment(95)116 (225)(198)Refining segment25 (733)(200)(931)
Technology segmentTechnology segment82 104 164 151 Technology segment144 101 308 252 
Other, including intersegment eliminationsOther, including intersegment eliminations(1)(10)(3)(13)Other, including intersegment eliminations(26)(2)(29)(15)
TotalTotal$2,526 $339 $3,614 $643 Total$2,248 $23 $5,862 $666 
Depreciation and amortization:Depreciation and amortization:Depreciation and amortization:
O&P–Americas segmentO&P–Americas segment$142 $133 $285 $257 O&P–Americas segment$142 $134 $427 $391 
O&P–EAI segmentO&P–EAI segment50 53 103 106 O&P–EAI segment47 55 150 161 
I&D segmentI&D segment81 74 161 144 I&D segment103 79 264 223 
APS segmentAPS segment27 39 55 83 APS segment28 40 83 123 
Refining segmentRefining segment19 49 38 91 Refining segment20 40 58 131 
Technology segmentTechnology segment11 23 17 Technology segment11 10 34 27 
TotalTotal$330 $356 $665 $698 Total$351 $358 $1,016 $1,056 
Income (loss) from equity investments:Income (loss) from equity investments:Income (loss) from equity investments:
O&P–Americas segmentO&P–Americas segment$35 $$65 $O&P–Americas segment$29 $15 $94 $24 
O&P–EAI segmentO&P–EAI segment102 51 197 48 O&P–EAI segment66 40 263 88 
I&D segmentI&D segment11 23 I&D segment32 12 
APS segmentAPS segment— — — (1)APS segment— — — (1)
TotalTotal$148 $61 $285 $61 Total$104 $62 $389 $123 


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June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Other income (loss), net:
Other (expense) income, net:Other (expense) income, net:
O&P–Americas segmentO&P–Americas segment$$$11 $O&P–Americas segment$(6)$16 $$19 
O&P–EAI segmentO&P–EAI segment— 10 O&P–EAI segment— 10 
I&D segmentI&D segment11 — 13 — I&D segment(11)
APS segmentAPS segment— — APS segment(1)
Refining segmentRefining segment(5)— (4)— Refining segment(4)(8)
Technology segmentTechnology segment(1)— (1)— Technology segment— — (1)— 
Other, including intersegment eliminationsOther, including intersegment eliminations(1)(3)Other, including intersegment eliminations10 16 — 
TotalTotal$14 $$39 $Total$(12)$23 $27 $27 
EBITDA:EBITDA:EBITDA:
O&P–Americas segmentO&P–Americas segment$1,576 $248 $2,443 $614 O&P–Americas segment$1,568 $474 $4,011 $1,088 
O&P–EAI segmentO&P–EAI segment708 185 1,120 374 O&P–EAI segment474 148 1,594 522 
I&D segmentI&D segment596 101 778 304 I&D segment348 267 1,126 571 
APS segmentAPS segment129 (44)264 69 APS segment121 157 385 226 
Refining segmentRefining segment(81)165 (191)(107)Refining segment41 (692)(150)(799)
Technology segmentTechnology segment92 112 186 168 Technology segment155 111 341 279 
Other, including intersegment eliminationsOther, including intersegment eliminations(2)(7)(16)Other, including intersegment eliminations(16)(13)(15)
TotalTotal$3,018 $760 $4,603 $1,406 Total$2,691 $466 $7,294 $1,872 

Olefins and Polyolefins–Americas Segment

Overview—EBITDA improved in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 relative to the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2020 driven by olefin and polyolefin margin improvements.

Ethylene Raw Materials—We have flexibility to vary the raw material mix and process conditions in our U.S. olefins plants in order to maximize profitability as market prices fluctuate for both feedstocks and products. Although prices of crude-based liquids and natural gas liquids are generally related to crude oil and natural gas prices, during specific periods the relationships among these materials and benchmarks may vary significantly. In the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 and 2020 approximately 65%60% of the raw materials used in our North American crackers was ethane.

The following table sets forth selected financial information for the O&P–Americas segment including Income from equity investments, which is a component of EBITDA:

Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Sales and other operating revenuesSales and other operating revenues$3,723 $1,433 $6,582 $3,225 Sales and other operating revenues$4,408 $1,840 $10,990 $5,065 
Income from equity investmentsIncome from equity investments35 65 Income from equity investments29 15 94 24 
EBITDAEBITDA1,576 248 2,443 614 EBITDA1,568 474 4,011 1,088 



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Revenues—Revenues for our O&P–Americas segment increased by $2,290$2,568 million, or 160%140%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $3,357$5,925 million, or 104%117%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. Higher average sales prices resulted in a 146%120% and 93%103% increase in revenue in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, primarily driven by tight market conditions. Volume improvements resulted in a revenue increase of 14%20% and 11%14% in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, due to improved demand in combination with industry-wide supply constraints.

EBITDA—EBITDA increased by $1,328$1,094 million, or 535%231%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $1,829$2,923 million, or 298%269%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. Higher olefin results led to a 350%123% and 195%164% increase in EBITDA in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively. This increase was primarily due to margin improvements as higher ethylene and propylene prices outpaced increases in feedstock costs. Higher polyethylene results led to a 135%69% and 53%60% increase in EBITDA in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, while polypropylene results led to a 58%43% and 30%36% increase in EBITDA in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively. These improvements were primarily due to polyolefin sales price increases which outpaced higher feedstock costs. Income from our equity method investments lead to a 11% and 9% increase in EBITDA due to improved results at our Indelpro joint venture in Mexico.

Results for the first six monthsThird quarter of 2020 included a $73 millionresults include an LCM inventory valuation charge primarily driven by a decline in the pricebenefit of heavy liquids and ethylene. Results in the second quarter of 2020 included a $38$70 million, LCM inventory valuation benefitor 15%, related to the reversal of an LCM inventory valuation chargescharge recognized earlier in the first quarter of 2020,year. These benefits were largely driven by recovery of market prices of heavy liquidsethylene and ethylenepolymers.

Results also include a LIFO inventory charge of $61 million which were partially offset by declineswas recognized in the pricethird quarter of polymers.2020. The absence of similar adjustments in the third quarter and first sixnine months and second quarterof 2021 resulted in a 12%13% and 15%6% change in EBITDA, respectively.
Olefins and Polyolefins–Europe, Asia, International Segment

Overview—EBITDA increased for the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 relative to the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2020 mainly as a result of higher margins across all businesses and equity income.

While the majority of the feedstock used in our EAI segment’s ethylene crackers is naphtha, in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 and 2020 approximately 30-40%35% of the raw materials used in our crackers were advantaged feedstocks.feedstocks, which consisted primarily of butane and hydrowax.

The following table sets forth selected financial information for the O&P–EAI segment including Income (loss) from equity investments, which is a component of EBITDA:
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Sales and other operating revenuesSales and other operating revenues$3,455 $1,702 $6,502 $3,926 Sales and other operating revenues$3,458 $1,982 $9,960 $5,908 
Income (loss) from equity investments102 51 197 48 
Income from equity investmentsIncome from equity investments66 40 263 88 
EBITDAEBITDA708 185 1,120 374 EBITDA474 148 1,594 522 


Revenues—Revenues increased by $1,753$1,476 million, or 103%74%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $2,576$4,052 million, or 66%69%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. Average sales prices in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 were higher across most products as sales prices generally correlate with crude oil prices, which on average, increased compared to the same period in 2020. These higher average sales prices were responsible for a revenue increase of 86%65% and 47%53% in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively. Volume improvements resulted in a revenue increase of 10%8% and 12% increase in sales11% in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, primarily due to strong polymer demand in combination with tight market supply. Favorable foreign exchange impacts resulted in a revenue increase of 7%1% and 5% in each of the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021.2021, respectively.


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EBITDA—EBITDA increased by $523$326 million, or 283%220%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $746$1,072 million, or 199%205%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. Polyethylene results led to a 96%86% and 74%78% increase in EBITDA in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, while polypropylene results led to a 86%72% and 61%64% increase in EBITDA in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively. Theserespectively; these improvements were largely attributed to higher margins due to strong demand and tight markets. Higher olefins results led to a 52%55% and 16% increase in EBITDA in the secondthird quarter and first nine months of 2021, respectively, primarily driven by higher margins attributable to increased ethylene priceand co-product prices which outpaced an increase inhigher feedstock costs. Higher income from our equity investments led to increases in EBITDA of 28%18% and 40%34% in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, mainly attributable to higher polyolefins margins associated with increased demand. Favorable foreign exchange impacts resulted in a 8% and 9% increase in EBITDA in the second quarter and first six months of 2021, respectively.
Results for the second quarter and first sixnine months of 2020 included a $53 million LCM inventory valuation charges of $34 million and $70 million, respectively, resulting fromcharge primarily driven by a decline in the price of naphtha and polymers. Results in the third quarter of 2020 included a $17 million LCM inventory valuation benefit related to the reversal of LCM inventory valuation charges recognized in the first quarterhalf of 2020, largely driven by recovery of market prices of naphtha and a decline inpolymers during the price of polymers in the second quarter of 2020.quarter. The absence of similar chargesadjustments in the secondfirst nine months and the third quarter and first six months of 2021 resulted in a 18%10% and 19%11% change in EBITDA, respectively.
Intermediates and Derivatives Segment
Overview—EBITDA increased in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2020, primarily driven by higher margins across most businesses due to tight market supply from industry outages coupled with strong demand recovery.
The following table sets forth selected financial information for the I&D segment including Income from equity investments, which is a component of EBITDA:
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Sales and other operating revenuesSales and other operating revenues$2,585 $1,157 $4,352 $2,927 Sales and other operating revenues$2,894 $1,538 $7,246 $4,465 
Income from equity investmentsIncome from equity investments11 23 Income from equity investments32 12 
EBITDAEBITDA596 101 778 304 EBITDA348 267 1,126 571 
Revenues—Revenues increased by $1,428$1,356 million, or 123%88%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $1,425,$2,781 million, or 49%62% in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. Higher average sales prices resulted in a 110%82% and 51%61% increase in revenue in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, as sales prices generally correlate with crude oil prices, which on average, increased compared to the same periods in 2020. Higher salesSales volumes driven by strong product demand across most businesses resultedincreased in the third quarter of 2021 resulting in a 10%6% increase in salesrevenue, due to improved demand for oxyfuels and related products as well as intermediate chemicals. Sales volumes declined in the second quarter of 2021. Sales volumes in the sixfirst nine months of 2021 declined resulting in a 5%1% decrease in revenue due to the impact of unusually cold temperatures and associated electrical power outages that led to shutdowns of our manufacturing facilities in Texas in early 2021. Favorable foreign exchange impacts resulted in a revenue increase of 3%2% in each of the second quarter and first sixnine months of 2021.
EBITDA—EBITDA increased by $495$81 million, or 490%30%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $474$555 million, or 156%97%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. Results for the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 declined 10% and 5%, respectively, due to site closure costs associated with the exit of our ethanol business. Propylene oxide and derivatives results increased by 205%55% and 60%58% in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively. This increase was primarily a result of higher margins due to strong demand recovery coupled with tight market supply resulting from industry outages. Similar market conditions drove an increaseIntermediate chemicals results declined 7% during the third quarter of 2021, driven by lower volumes primarily in margins for intermediateconnection with downtime at our acetyls facilities in La Porte, Texas. Intermediate chemicals which resulted in a 153% and 44% increase in EBITDA forresults increased 20% during the second quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 respectively.due to improved margins driven by higher demand and tight market conditions. Oxyfuels and related products results increased 99%18% and 10%13% in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, primarily driven by margin improvement as a result of higherimproved demand and higher gasoline prices. Favorable foreign exchange impacts resulted in a 3% and 4% increase in EBITDA in the second quarter and first six months of 2021, respectively.


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InResults for the first sixnine months of 2020 EBITDA included a $98$76 million LCM inventory valuation charge primarily driven by a decline in the price of various gasoline blending components, butane, benzene and styrene during the period. EBITDAsince December 31, 2019. Results in the secondthird quarter of 2020 included a $20$22 million LCM inventory valuation charge primarilybenefit related to the reversal of LCM inventory valuation charges recognized in the first half of 2020 driven by a decline in the price of benzene and styrene, despite price improvements for various gasoline blending components and butane since the firstsecond quarter of 2020. The absence of similar chargesadjustments in the first sixnine months and secondthird quarter of 2021 resulted in a 32%13% and 20%8% change in EBITDA, respectively.

Planned maintenance in 2021 is expected to reduce EBITDA by approximately $115 million, which is $30 million lower than previously estimated in 2020, due to reduced scope of work and associated downtime for the maintenance.
Advanced Polymer Solutions Segment
Overview—EBITDA for our APS segment decreased in the third quarter of 2021 relative to the third quarter of 2020 primarily due to the absence of LCM inventory valuation benefits recognized in the third quarter of 2020. Results increased in the second quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 relative to the second quarter and first sixnine months of 2020, primarily due to higher compounding and solutions volumes.
The following table sets forth selected financial information for the APS segment including losses from equity investments, which is a component of EBITDA:
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Sales and other operating revenuesSales and other operating revenues$1,336 $705 $2,606 $1,801 Sales and other operating revenues$1,286 $1,004 $3,892 $2,805 
Income (loss) from equity investmentsIncome (loss) from equity investments— — — (1)Income (loss) from equity investments— — — (1)
EBITDAEBITDA129 (44)264 69 EBITDA121 157 385 226 


Revenues—Revenues increased by $631$282 million, or 90%28%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $805,$1,087 million, or 45%39%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2021. Sales volumes increased resulting in a 44% and 20% increase in revenue in the second quarter and first six months of 2021 stemming from higher automotive and construction demand.2020. Average sales price increased resulting in a 37%34% and 16%23% increase in revenue in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, as sales prices generally correlate with crude oil prices, which on average, increased compared to the same periods in 2020. Sales volumes decreased in the third quarter of 2021 resulting in a 7% decrease in revenue stemming from lower automotive demand in the third quarter on prolonged shortages of semi-conductors across the industry. Sales volumes increased in the first nine months of 2021 resulting in a 10% increase in revenue stemming from higher automotive and construction demand over the nine month period. Foreign exchange impacts resulted in a revenue increase of 9%1% and 6% in each of the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021.2021, respectively, relative to the comparable periods in 2020.

EBITDA—EBITDA increaseddecreased by $173$36 million, or 393%23%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and increased by $195$159 million, or 283%70%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. Increased compounding

Results for the first nine months of 2020 included a $29 million LCM inventory valuation charge primarily resulting from a decline in the price of polymers. Results in the third quarter of 2020 also include a $40 million LCM inventory valuation benefit related to the reversal of LCM inventory valuation charges recognized in the first half of 2020 resulting from recovery of market prices of polymers. The absence of similar adjustments in the first nine months and third quarter of 2021 resulted in a 13% and 25% change in EBITDA, respectively.

Compounding and solutions results led to an EBITDA increase of 164% and 119%28% in the second quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, primarily due to volume improvementshigher volumes driven by higher demand. Increased advanced polymer results led to an EBITDA increase of 64% and 36%,16% in the second quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 respectively, mainly attributabledue to higher volumes driven by increased demand for our products utilized in the automotive and construction end markets. During the third quarter of 2021, margin improvements in our advanced polymers business, driven by higher price spreads, resulted in an 8% increase in results. This increase was completely offset by lower compounding and solutions volumes due to constrained production in automotive, appliance and other end markets as a result of semiconductor shortages.

Results for the second quarter and first six months of 2020 included LCM inventory valuation charges of $67 million and $69 million, respectively, resulting from a decline in the price of polymers during the periods. The absence of similar charges in the second quarter and first six months of 2021 resulted in a 152% and 100% change in EBITDA, respectively.


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Refining Segment

Overview—EBITDA decreasedincreased in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 relative to the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2020 primarily due to lower margins.higher margins and the absence of a non-cash impairment charge recognized during the third quarter of 2020.
The following table sets forth selected financial information and heavy crude oil processing rates for the Refining segment and the U.S. refining market margins for the applicable periods. “Brent” is a light sweet crude oil and is one of the main benchmark prices for purchases of oil worldwide. “Maya” is a heavy sour crude oil grade produced in Mexico that is a relevant benchmark for heavy sour crude oils in the U.S. Gulf Coast market. References to industry benchmarks for refining market margins are to industry prices reported by Platts, a division of S&P Global.
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Sales and other operating revenuesSales and other operating revenues$1,945 $919 $3,071 $2,367 Sales and other operating revenues$2,288 $1,101 $5,359 $3,468 
EBITDAEBITDA(81)165 (191)(107)EBITDA41 (692)(150)(799)
Thousands of barrels per dayThousands of barrels per dayThousands of barrels per day
Heavy crude oil processing ratesHeavy crude oil processing rates248 237 200 231 Heavy crude oil processing rates260 216 220 226 
Market margins, dollars per barrelMarket margins, dollars per barrelMarket margins, dollars per barrel
Brent - 2-1-1Brent - 2-1-1$15.32 $4.42 $12.95 $5.87 Brent - 2-1-1$16.10 $5.71 $14.00 $5.86 
Brent - Maya differentialBrent - Maya differential6.14 8.85 5.44 9.32 Brent - Maya differential7.01 4.18 5.97 7.61 
Total Maya 2-1-1Total Maya 2-1-1$21.46 $13.27 $18.39 $15.19 Total Maya 2-1-1$23.11 $9.89 $19.97 $13.47 

Revenues—Revenues increased by $1,026$1,187 million, or 112%108%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $704$1,891 million, or 30%55%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. Higher product prices led to a revenue increase of 116%95% and 48%63% in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, due to an average Brent crude oil price increase of approximately $36$30 and $23$25 per barrel in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively.This Sales volumes increased in the third quarter of 2021 resulting in a 13% increase was partially offset byin revenue due to improved demand. In the first nine months of 2021, revenue decreased 8% as a result of a decline in volumes of 4% and 18% in the second quarter and first six months of 2021, respectively, due to planned and unplanned outages, including the effects of unusually cold temperatures and associated electrical power outages that led to shutdowns of our manufacturing facilities in Texas in early 2021.
EBITDA—EBITDA decreasedincreased by $246$733 million, or 149%106%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $84$649 million, or 79%81%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020.
EBITDA decreased by 43% and 69% During the third quarter of 2020, we recognized a non-cash impairment charge of $582 million relating to our Houston refinery’s asset group with no corresponding charge in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021. The absence of a similar charge in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 respectively,resulted in a 84% and 73% change in EBITDA, respectively. The remaining increase in EBITDA was primarily driven by margin improvements in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021. Margins improved due to lower margins. Thesean increase in the Maya 2-1-1 market margin resulting from higher demand for refined products. The first nine months of 2021 were also impacted by the absence of unplanned outages at our fluid catalytic cracking unit in 2021, which restricted the yield of higher-margin refined products in the first two quarters of 2020. This was partially offset by margin declines were driven by unfavorable byproductby-product crack spreads of $14$7 per barrel, and $8 per barrel in the second quarter and first six months of 2020, respectively, higher costs of Renewable Identification Numbers (“RINs”) of approximately $1 per gallon and the absence of a $50$60 million of favorable mark-to-market gains on hedges recognized in the second quarterfirst nine months of 2020. These declines in margin were partially offset by an increase in the Maya 2-1-1 market margin during the second quarter of 2021 due to higher demand for refined products and the absence of unplanned outages at our fluid catalytic cracking unit in the first two quarters of 2020, which restricted the yield of higher-margin refined products. In the first six months of 2021, EBITDA decreased by 21% due to lower heavy crude oil processing rates driven by the impact of facility outages as discussed above.


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ResultsWe are currently weighing strategic options for our Refining segment, including a potential sale of our Houston refinery. While the refinery is a valuable asset, we believe that it may be even more valuable as part of a larger refining system. Any strategic option pursued for the first six months of 2020 included a $13 million LCM inventory valuation charge primarily driven by a decline in the price of crude oil and refined products. Results in the second quarter of 2020 included a $179 million LCM inventory valuation benefit relatedHouston refinery remains subject to the reversalapproval of LCM inventory valuation charges recognized in the first quarterour Board of 2020, largely driven by recovery of market prices during the quarter. The absence of similar adjustments in the first six monthsDirectors and, second quarter of 2021 resulted in a 12% and 108% change in EBITDA, respectively.assuming such approval is obtained, may require certain regulatory approvals or other closing conditions.
Technology Segment

Overview—EBITDA decreasedincreased in the secondthird quarter and first nine months of 2021 comparedrelative to the secondthird quarter and first nine months of 2020 driven by lowerhigher licensing revenues and catalyst margins, but increased in the first six months of 2021 compared to the first six months of 2020, primarily due to higher licensing revenues.volumes.

The following table sets forth selected financial information for the Technology segment:

Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars2021202020212020Millions of dollars2021202020212020
Sales and other operating revenuesSales and other operating revenues$183 $177 $348 $299 Sales and other operating revenues$238 $193 $586 $492 
EBITDAEBITDA92 112 186 168 EBITDA155 111 341 279 

Revenues—Revenues increased by $6$45 million, or 3%23%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and by $49$94 million, or 16%19%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. Licensing revenues decreased by 6% in the second quarter but increased by 5% in the first six months of 2021, respectively. Higher catalyst volumes resulted in a 3%8% and 5%6% increase in the secondthird quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively, primarily driven by a strong demand. Changes in average catalyst sales price resulted in a revenue increase of 1%15% and 4% in the secondthird quarter and first nine months of 2021, and a revenue decrease of 2%respectively. Licensing revenues increased by 3% in the first sixnine months of 2021. Favorable foreign exchange impacts increased revenue by 5% and 8%6% in the second quarter and first sixnine months of 2021, respectively.2021.

EBITDA—EBITDA decreasedincreased by $20$44 million, or 18%40%, in the secondthird quarter of 2021 compared to the secondthird quarter of 2020 and increased by $18$62 million, or 11%22%, in the first sixnine months of 2021 compared to the first sixnine months of 2020. Lower EBITDA during the second quarter of 2021 was equally driven by lower licensing revenue and lower catalyst margins. EBITDA improvements in the third quarter and first sixnine months of 2021 was due towere driven by higher licensing revenue.revenue driven by more contracts reaching significant milestones. Favorable foreign exchange impacts resulted in an EBITDA increase of 5%1% and 7%5% in the secondthird quarter and in the first sixnine months of 2021, respectively.
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FINANCIAL CONDITION
Operating, investing and financing activities of continuing operations, which are discussed below, are presented in the following table:
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Millions of dollarsMillions of dollars20212020Millions of dollars20212020
Cash provided by (used in) :
Cash provided by (used in):Cash provided by (used in):
Operating activitiesOperating activities$2,473 $1,834 Operating activities$4,616 $2,661 
Investing activitiesInvesting activities(362)(1,727)Investing activities(797)(2,307)
Financing activitiesFinancing activities(2,470)1,568 Financing activities(3,627)1,192 
Operating Activities—Cash provided by operating activities of $2,4734,616 million in the first sixnine months of 2021 reflected earnings adjusted for non-cash items, payments for employee bonuses, income taxes, income from equity investments, and cash used by the main components of working capital—Accounts receivable, Inventories and Accounts payable.

In the first sixnine months of 2021, the main components of working capital used $1,561$1,517 million of cash driven primarily by an increase in Accounts receivable and Inventories, partially offset by an increase in Accounts payable. The increase in Accounts receivable was driven by higher revenues across most businesses primarily driven by higher sales volumes along with higher average sales prices. The increase in Inventories was primarily due to an increase in raw material costs coupled with the replenishment of inventory levels to support anticipated business demands. The increase in Accounts payablespayable was primarily driven by increased raw material costs.
Other operating activities in 2021 includes the effects of changes in income tax accruals, primarily driven by the increased pretax income, partially offset by income tax payments made during the period.
Cash provided by operating activities of $1,834$2,661 million in the first sixnine months of 2020 reflected earnings adjusted for non-cash items, payments for employee bonuses, income taxes, and cash provided by the main components of working capital.
In the first sixnine months of 2020, the main components of working capital provided $465$514 million of cash driven by decreases in Accounts receivable and Inventory, partially offsetprimarily by a decrease in Accounts payable. The decrease in Accounts receivable was primarily driven by lower sales in our Refining, APS and I&D segments due to unfavorable market conditions.Inventory. The decrease in Inventory was primarily driven by company-wide inventory reduction initiatives as well asand lower prices. The decrease in Accounts payable was primarily due to lower costraw material costs across most of sales resulting from lower production across multiple segments driven by unfavorable market conditions.our segments.
Investing Activities—We invest cash in investment-grade and other high-quality instruments that provide adequate flexibility to redeploy funds as needed to meet our cash flow requirements while maximizing yield.
In the first sixnine months of 2021 and 2020, we received proceeds of $264$309 million and $1$313 million, respectively, from our investments in equity securities. Additionally, wsecurities and e received proceeds of $291$346 million and $90 million, respectively, in the first six months of 2021 upon the maturity and sales of certain available-for-sale debt securities.
In the first nine months of 2020, we invested $270 million in debt securities that are deemed available-for-sale and $267 million in equity securities. Our investments in available-for-sale debt securities and equity securities are classified as Short-term investments.
In the first sixnine months of 2021, we made an equity contribution of $104 million to form Ningbo ZRCC LyondellBasell New Material Company Limited, a 50/50 joint venture with China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation. The joint venture will construct a new propylene oxide and styrene monomer unit in Zhenhai Ningbo, China and startup is expected at the end of 2021.China. The joint venture is included in our I&D segment.
In the first nine months of 2020, we invested $472 million in cash for a 50% equity interest in the Bora LyondellBasell Petrochemical Co. Ltd joint venture. This joint venture began operations during the third quarter of 2020 and is included in our O&P—EAI segment.


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In July 2021, foreign currency contracts with an aggregate notional value of €300 million expired. Upon settlement of these foreign currency contracts, we paid €300 million ($355 million at the expiry spot rate) to our counterparties and received $358 million from our counterparties.
Capital expenditures in the first sixnine months of 2021 totaled $771$1,285 million compared to $1,248$1,673 million in the first sixnine months of 2020. Approximately half60% of our capital spending in both periods was for profit-generating growth projects, primarily our PO/TBA plant, with the remaining spending supporting sustaining maintenance. We estimate capital spending will continue to increase in the second halffourth quarter of 2021 compared to the first half of the year,prior quarters, while remaining flat year-over-year.on an annual basis compared to the prior year. See Note 12 to the Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding capital spending by segment.


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In the first six months of 2020 we invested $270 million in debt securities that are deemed available-for-sale. We also invested $184 million in equity securities in the first six months of 2020. Our investments in available-for-sale debt securities and equity securities are classified as Short-term investments.
Financing Activities In the first nine months of 2021 and 2020, we made payments of $78 million and $4 million to acquire approximately 1.0 million and 0.1 million, respectively, of our outstanding ordinary shares. We made dividend payments totaling $730$1,110 million and $701$1,053 million in the first sixnine months of 2021 and 2020, respectively.
In the first six months of 2021 and 2020 we received a return of collateral of $51 million and posted collateral of $238 million, respectively, related to the positions held with our counterparties for certain forward-starting interest rate swaps.
In 2021, we repaid $1,450 million and $325$2,275 million outstanding under our Term Loan due 2022, and 4% Guaranteed Notes due 2023 respectively.and 2.875% Guaranteed notes due 2025.
In April 2020, LYB International Finance III, LLC (“LYB Finance III”), a wholly owned finance subsidiary of LyondellBasell Industries N.V. issued $500 million of 2.875% guaranteed notes due 2025 (the “2025 Notes”) at a discounted price of 99.911%, $500 million of 3.375% guaranteed notes due 2030 (the “2030 Notes”) at a discounted price of 99.813% and $1,000 million of 4.2% guaranteed notes due 2050 (the “2050 Notes”) at a discounted price of 99.373%. Net proceeds from the sale of the notes totaled $1,974 million. We used the net proceeds from the sale of the notes for general corporate purposes, including to increase our liquidity and manage short-term debt maturities.
Additionally, in April 2020 we repaid $500 million of our Senior Revolving Credit Facility and $500 million of our U.S. Receivables Facility borrowed in March 2020 to increase our liquidity.
In May 2020, we terminated and cash settled $2,000 million in notional value of our cross-currency interest rate swaps, designated as cash flows hedges, maturing in 2021 and 2024. Upon termination of the swaps, we received $346 million from our counterparties.
In the first sixnine months of 2021 and 2020, we made net repayments of $103 million and received net proceeds of $212$194 million, respectively, through the issuance and repurchase of commercial paper instruments under our commercial paper program.
In the first nine months of 2020, we posted collateral of $238 million related to the positions held with our counterparties for certain forward-starting interest rate swaps.
Additional information related to the issuance of debt and commercial paper can be found in Note 6 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Overview
We plan to fund our ongoing working capital, capital expenditures, debt service, dividends and other funding requirements with our current available liquidity and cash from operations, which could be affected by general economic, financial, competitive, legislative, regulatory, business and other factors, many of which are beyond our control. Cash and cash equivalents, cash from our short-term investments, cash from operating activities, proceeds from the issuance of debt, or a combination thereof, may be used to fund the purchase of shares under our share repurchase authorization.

We intend to continue to declare and pay quarterly dividends, with the goal of increasing the dividend over time, after giving consideration to our cash balances and expected results from operations. Our focus on funding our dividends while remaining committed to a strong investment grade balance sheet continues to be the foundation of our capital deploymentallocation strategy. In the near term, we are prioritizing debt reduction on our balance sheet.



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Cash and Liquid Investments
As of JuneSeptember 30, 2021, we had Cash and cash equivalents and marketable securities classified as Short-term investments totaling $1,517$1,929 million, which includes $1,062$1,593 million in jurisdictions outside of the U.S., principally in the United Kingdom. There are currently no legal or economic restrictions that would materially impede our transfers of cash.


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Credit Arrangements
At JuneSeptember 30, 2021, we had total debt, including current maturities, of $14,173$13,516 million, and $224 million of outstanding letters of credit, bank guarantees and surety bonds issued under uncommitted credit facilities.
We had total unused availability under our credit facilities of $2,910$3,004 million at JuneSeptember 30, 2021, which included the following: 
$2,0102,104 million under our $2,500 million Senior Revolving Credit Facility, which backs our $2,500 million commercial paper program. Availability under this facility is net of outstanding borrowings, outstanding letters of credit provided under the facility and notes issued under our commercial paper program. A small portion of our availability under this facility is impacted by changes in the euro/U.S. dollar exchange rate. At JuneSeptember 30, 2021, we had $500$397 million of outstanding commercial paper, net of discount, no borrowings or letters of credit outstanding under this facility; and
$900 million under our $900 million U.S. Receivables Facility. Availability under this facility is subject to a borrowing base of eligible receivables, which is reduced by outstanding borrowings and letters of credit, if any. At JuneSeptember 30, 2021, we had no borrowings or letters of credit outstanding under this facility. In June 2021, we extended the term of the facility to June 2024 in accordance with the terms of the agreement.
We believe that our recent value-driven growth investments should benefit us overDuring the coming years. With an improving outlook for cash generation, we remain committed to further strengthening our investment grade balance sheet through deleveraging. Infirst nine months of 2021, we repaid $1,450 million and $325$2,275 million outstanding under our Term Loan due 2022, and 4% Guaranteed Notes due 2023 respectively. Our top priority for capital deploymentand 2.875% Guaranteed notes due 2025, and made net repayments of $103 million of our commercial paper. Additionally, in October 2021 we repaid $650 million outstanding under our Guaranteed Floating Rate Notes due 2023. We continue to prioritize debt reduction in 2021 is debt reduction; weand expect total reduction of our outstanding debt for the year to be between $3 billion andup to $4 billion.
At any time and from time to time, we may repay or redeem our outstanding debt, including purchases of our outstanding bonds in the open market, through privately negotiated transactions or a combination thereof, in each case using cash and cash equivalents, cash from our short-term investments, cash from operating activities, proceeds from the issuance of debt or proceeds from asset divestitures. Any repayment or redemption of our debt will depend on prevailing market conditions, our liquidity requirements, contractual restrictions and other factors. In connection with such repurchases or redemptions, we may incur cash and non-cash charges, which could be material in the period in which they are incurred.
In accordance with our current interest rate risk management strategy and subject to management’s evaluation of market conditions and the availability of favorable interest rates among other factors, we may from time to time enter into interest rate swap agreements to economically convert a portion of our fixed rate debt to variable rate debt or convert a portion of our variable rate debt to fixed rate debt.
Share Repurchases
In May 2021, our shareholders approved a proposal to authorize us to repurchase up to 34.0 million ordinary shares, through November 28, 2022 (“May 2021 Share Repurchase Authorization”), which superseded any prior repurchase authorizations. Our share repurchase authorization does not have a stated dollar amount, and purchases may be made through open market purchases, private market transactions or other structured transactions. Repurchased shares could be retired or used for general corporate purposes, including for various employee benefit and compensation plans. The maximum number of shares that may yet be purchased is not necessarily an indication of the number of shares that will ultimately be purchased. In the first nine months of 2021, we purchased approximately 1.0 million shares under our share repurchase authorization for $89 million.


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As of October 27, 2021, we had approximately 32.2 million shares remaining under the current authorization. The timing and amounts of additional shares repurchased, if any, will be determined based on our evaluation of market conditions and other factors, including any additional authorizations approved by our shareholders. For additional information related to our share repurchase authorizations, see Note 10 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
CURRENT BUSINESS OUTLOOK

We expect strong demand for our products to remain strong. Three broad themes support our expectations. First,continue as we work to overcome the challenges of virus variants, the phased rollout of vaccines and the progression of societal reopeningvaccine rollouts drive further improvements in economic activity around the world should support robust global demand for our products in bothworld. Over the manufactured goods and service industries fornext several quarters, to come. Second, as our customers seek to address order backlogs, rebuild inventories and serve increasingwe expect constrained consumer demand will extend strength in automotive, construction and other durable goods markets. While margins are likely to moderate due to increasing feedstock prices, energy costs and winter seasonality, we anticipate ongoing benefits from strong markets and tight industry supply.

We believe that our recent value-driven growth investments should benefit us over the coming years. With an improving outlook for cash generation, we remain committed to further strengthening our investment grade balance sheet through deleveraging in 2021. Additionally, we expect strong integrated polyethylene marginscash generation will continue to continue. Third, increasing mobility during the second half of 2021 should drive higher demandprovide flexibility for gasoline and jet fuel resulting in improved margins for our oxyfuels and related products and refining businesses.opportunistic share repurchases.
ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING CHANGES
For a discussion of the potential impact of new accounting pronouncements on our Consolidated Financial Statements, see Note 2 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.


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CAUTIONARY STATEMENT FOR THE PURPOSES OF THE “SAFE HARBOR” PROVISIONS OF THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995
This report includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. You can identify our forward-looking statements by the words “anticipate,” “estimate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “should,” “will,” “expect,” “objective,” “projection,” “forecast,” “goal,” “guidance,” “outlook,” “effort,” “target” and similar expressions.
We based forward-looking statements on our current expectations, estimates and projections of our business and the industries in which we operate. We caution you that these statements are not guarantees of future performance. They involve assumptions about future events that, while made in good faith, may prove to be incorrect, and involve risks and uncertainties we cannot predict. Our actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what we have expressed or forecast in the forward-looking statements. Any differences could result from a variety of factors, including the following: 
the cost of raw materials represents a substantial portion of our operating expenses, and energy costs generally follow price trends of crude oil, natural gas liquids and/or natural gas; price volatility can significantly affect our results of operations and we may be unable to pass raw material and energy cost increases on to our customers due to the significant competition that we face, the commodity nature of our products and the time required to implement pricing changes;
our operations in the United States (“U.S.”) have benefited from low-cost natural gas and natural gas liquids; decreased availability of these materials (for example, from their export or regulations impacting hydraulic fracturing in the U.S.) could reduce the current benefits we receive;
if crude oil prices fall materially, or remain low relative to U.S. natural gas prices, we would see less benefit from low-cost natural gas and natural gas liquids and it could have a negative effect on our results of operations;
industry production capacities and operating rates may lead to periods of oversupply and low profitability;
we may face unplanned operating interruptions (including leaks, explosions, fires, weather-related incidents, mechanical failures, unscheduled downtime, supplier disruptions, labor shortages, strikes, work stoppages or other labor difficulties, transportation interruptions, spills and releases and other environmental incidents) at any of our facilities, which would negatively impact our operating results; for example, because the Houston refinery is our only refining operation, we would not have the ability to increase production elsewhere to mitigate the impact of any outage at that facility;
changes in general economic, business, political and regulatory conditions in the countries or regions in which we operate could increase our costs, restrict our operations and reduce our operating results;
our ability to execute our organic growth plans may be negatively affected by our ability to complete projects on time and on budget;
our ability to acquire new businesses and assets and integrate those operations into our existing operations and make cost-saving changes in operations;
uncertainties associated with worldwide economies could create reductions in demand and pricing, as well as increased counterparty risks, which could reduce liquidity or cause financial losses resulting from counterparty default;
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any loss or non-renewal of favorable tax treatment under agreements or treaties, or changes in laws, regulations or treaties, may substantially increase our tax liabilities;
we may be required to reduce production or idle certain facilities because of the cyclical and volatile nature of the supply-demand balance in the chemical and refining industries, which would negatively affect our operating results;
we rely on continuing technological innovation, and an inability to protect our technology, or others’ technological developments could negatively impact our competitive position;
we may be unable to meet our sustainability goals, including the ability to operate safely, increase production of recycled and renewable-based polymers, and reduce our emissions intensity;emissions;
we have significant international operations, and fluctuations in exchange rates, valuations of currencies and our possible inability to access cash from operations in certain jurisdictions on a tax-efficient basis, if at all, could negatively affect our liquidity and our results of operations;
we are subject to the risks of doing business at a global level, including wars, terrorist activities, political and economic instability and disruptions and changes in governmental policies, which could cause increased expenses, decreased demand or prices for our products and/or disruptions in operations, all of which could reduce our operating results;
if we are unable to comply with the terms of our credit facilities, indebtedness and other financing arrangements, those obligations could be accelerated, which we may not be able to repay; and
we may be unable to incur additional indebtedness or obtain financing on terms that we deem acceptable, including for refinancing of our current obligations; higher interest rates and costs of financing would increase our expenses.
Any of these factors, or a combination of these factors, could materially affect our future results of operations and the ultimate accuracy of the forward-looking statements. Our management cautions against putting undue reliance on forward-looking statements or projecting any future results based on such statements or present or prior earnings levels.
All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements attributable to us or any person acting on our behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements contained or referred to in this section and any other cautionary statements that may accompany such forward-looking statements. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, we disclaim any duty to update any forward-looking statements.
Item 3.    QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
Our exposure to market and regulatory risks is described in Item 7A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020. Our exposure to such risks has not changed materially in the sixnine months ended JuneSeptember 30, 2021.
Item 4.    CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
As of JuneSeptember 30, 2021, with the participation of our management, our Chief Executive Officer (principal executive officer) and our Chief Financial Officer (principal financial and accounting officer) carried out an evaluation, pursuant to Rule 13a-15(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the Act), of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) of the Act). Based upon that evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of JuneSeptember 30, 2021.
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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1.    LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

Information regarding our litigation and legal proceedings can be found in Note 9 to the Consolidated Financial Statements, which is incorporated into this Item 1 by reference.

In connection with an enforcement initiative of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) regarding flare emissions at petrochemical plants, we have settled with the EPA and the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) in order to resolve claims related to alleged improper operation and maintenance of flares at four of our U.S. facilities. Under the terms of the settlement, we will pay a penalty of $3,400,000, conduct fence line monitoring, and make investments in equipment at the facilities. The consent decree related to the settlement has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas.

Additional information about our environmental proceedings can be found in Part I, Item 3 of our 2020 Annual Report on Form 10-K, which is incorporated into this Item 1 by reference.
Item 1A.    RISK FACTORS

There have been no material changes to the risk factors associated with our business previously disclosed in “Item 1A. Risk Factors,” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020.
Item 2.    UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS 
None.
 Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
PeriodTotal Number
of Shares
Purchased
Average Price
Paid per Share
Total Number of
Shares Purchased
as Part of Publicly
Announced Plans
or Authorizations
Maximum Number
of Shares That May Yet
Be Purchased Under the
Plans or Authorizations
July 1 - July 31— $— — 34,004,563 
August 1 - August 31— $— — 34,004,563 
September 1 - September 30953,681 $93.34 953,681 33,050,882 
Total953,681 $93.34 953,681 33,050,882 

On May 28, 2021, our shareholders approved a share repurchase authorization of up to 34,004,563 shares of our ordinary shares, through November 28, 2022, which superseded any prior repurchase authorizations. The maximum number of shares that may yet be purchased is not necessarily an indication of the number of shares that will ultimately be purchased.
Item 4.    MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
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Item 6.     EXHIBITS
Exhibit NumberDescription
10.1+
10.2
31.1*
31.2*
32*
101.INS*XBRL Instance Document–The instance document does not appear in the interactive data file because its XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL document.
101.SCH*XBRL Schema Document
101.CAL*XBRL Calculation Linkbase Document
101.DEF*XBRL Definition Linkbase Document
101.LAB*XBRL Labels Linkbase Document
101.PRE*XBRL Presentation Linkbase Document
104*Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101)
+ Management contract or compensatory plan, contract or arrangement
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SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized. 

LYONDELLBASELL INDUSTRIES N.V.
Date:July 30,October 29, 2021/s/ Michael C McMurrayChukwuemeka A. Oyolu
Michael C. McMurrayChukwuemeka A. Oyolu
ExecutiveSenior Vice President, and
Chief FinancialAccounting Officer and Investor Relations
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)







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