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Lsb Industries Inc (LXU)

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$7.8
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Profit since last BUY4.28%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: LXU (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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5 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $9.58

1 Year Target Price $9.58

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$9.58Target price
Low$4.88
Current$7.8
high$10.4

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -45.66%
Avg. Invested days 22
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 564.96M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 9.58
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 9.58
Volume (30-day avg) 5
Beta 1.23
52 Weeks Range 4.88 - 10.40
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 4.88 - 10.40
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.37

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -5.04%
Operating Margin (TTM) 3.17%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -0.1%
Return on Equity (TTM) -5.28%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 23.92
Enterprise Value 921220726
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.07
Enterprise Value 921220726
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.07
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.75
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.14
Shares Outstanding 71878000
Shares Floating 53320505
Shares Outstanding 71878000
Shares Floating 53320505
Percent Insiders 26.08
Percent Institutions 54.27

Analyst Ratings

Rating 3
Target Price 9.58
Buy 1
Strong Buy 3
Buy 1
Strong Buy 3
Hold 1
Sell -
Strong Sell -
Strong Sell -

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Lsb Industries Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

LSB Industries Inc. was founded in 1968 as a real estate company. Over time, it shifted its focus to industrial manufacturing, particularly in nitrogen-based chemical products. The company has grown through acquisitions and organic development, adapting to market demands in the agricultural, industrial, and mining sectors.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Agricultural: Manufactures and sells nitrogen-based fertilizer products, primarily ammonia, urea ammonium nitrate solutions (UAN), and ammonium sulfate.
  • Industrial: Produces and sells ammonia, nitric acid, and sulfuric acid for various industrial applications, including chemical processing, plastics, and mining.
  • Mining: Supplies ammonia and ammonium nitrate to the mining industry for use in explosives and other applications.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Mark Behrman is the President and CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, with key departments for manufacturing, sales, marketing, finance, and operations.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Market Share (%):
  • UAN (Urea Ammonium Nitrate): UAN solutions are liquid nitrogen fertilizers widely used in agriculture. LSB produces and sells UAN across the US. Competitors include CF Industries (CF) and Nutrien (NTR). Market share data is difficult to isolate to UAN only for LSB; they operate in a competitive market.
  • Ammonia: Ammonia (NH3) is a core product used in fertilizers and various industrial applications. Competitors include CF Industries (CF) and Nutrien (NTR). Market share data is difficult to isolate to Ammonia only for LSB; they operate in a competitive market.
  • Market Share (%):
  • Market Share (%):
  • Nitric Acid: Nitric acid is used in industrial applications. Market share data is difficult to isolate to Nitric Acid only for LSB; they operate in a competitive market.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The nitrogen fertilizer industry is cyclical and influenced by factors such as crop prices, weather patterns, and global demand for agricultural products. The industrial chemicals segment is affected by industrial production and economic growth.

Positioning

LSB Industries is a mid-sized player in the nitrogen fertilizer and industrial chemicals market. Its competitive advantages include its strategic plant locations and ability to serve regional markets effectively.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for nitrogen fertilizers and industrial chemicals is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. LSB Industries is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its regional focus and product offerings.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strategic plant locations
  • Strong regional presence
  • Diversified product portfolio
  • Experienced management team

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to cyclical industry trends
  • Dependence on natural gas prices
  • Smaller scale compared to larger competitors
  • History of operational challenges

Opportunities

  • Increasing demand for nitrogen fertilizers
  • Expansion into new geographic markets
  • Development of innovative products
  • Government initiatives supporting agriculture

Threats

  • Fluctuations in natural gas prices
  • Intense competition
  • Environmental regulations
  • Economic downturns

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • CF (CF)
  • NTR (NTR)
  • ALB (ALB)

Competitive Landscape

LSB Industries faces intense competition from larger, more established players. It competes on price, product quality, and customer service.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: LSB Industries' growth has been influenced by acquisitions and organic expansions.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates project moderate growth for LSB Industries, driven by demand for nitrogen fertilizers and industrial chemicals.

Recent Initiatives: LSB Industries has focused on operational improvements and cost reductions to enhance profitability.

Summary

LSB Industries is a mid-sized player in the nitrogen fertilizer and industrial chemical market. Its strengths include strategic plant locations, but it faces challenges from larger competitors and cyclical industry trends. Recent initiatives have focused on operational improvements, while future growth depends on market demand and successful expansion strategies.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Industry reports
  • Financial news sources

Disclaimers:

The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data is estimated and may vary. Financial data may be outdated.

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About Lsb Industries Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Oklahoma City, OK, United States
IPO Launch date 1969-01-02
President, CEO & Chairman of the Board Mr. Mark T. Behrman
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Chemicals
Full time employees 583
Full time employees 583

LSB Industries, Inc. engages in the manufacture, marketing, and sale of chemical products in the United States. The company offers ammonia, fertilizer grade ammonium nitrate, and urea ammonia nitrate for agricultural applications. It also provides high purity and commercial grade ammonia, high purity ammonium nitrate, sulfuric acids, concentrated, blended and regular nitric acid, mixed nitrating acids, carbon dioxide, industrial grade ammonium nitrate, and ammonium nitrate for industrial applications. In addition, the company aqua ammonia, and low-density and high-density ammonium nitrate. Its products are used for various end markets, including semiconductor, nylon, polyurethane, intermediates, ammonium nitrate, metals processing, DoD contractors-armaments, chemical feedstock, emissions, abatement, water treatments, refrigerants, bromine, pulp and paper, water treatment, metals processing, food refrigeration, dry ice, enhanced oil recovery, liquid fertilizer for corn and other crops, pastures and key nitrogen components in nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, as well as explosives for mining, quarries, and other blasting activities. The company sells its products to farmers, ranchers, fertilizer dealers, and distributors primarily in the ranch land and grain production markets, as well as industrial users of acids and explosive manufacturers. LSB Industries, Inc. was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.