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Publication date: Jan. 27, 2024
- Year of incorporation: 1865
- Year added to the EUROSTOXX 50: 1998
- Highest price ever: €98.90 in April 2015
- Average trading volume: Approximately 2.5 million shares per day
- Price performance over the past 12 months: +3.90%
Introduction about the company
BASF SE is one of the world's largest chemical companies, headquartered in Ludwigshafen, Germany. Operating in more than 80 countries, the company offers a wide range of products and solutions, including chemicals, plastics, paints, agricultural products, and technologies for sustainability. With its innovative approach and strong focus on sustainability, BASF plays a central role in the global chemical industry.
Key figures & achievements
In 2024, BASF achieved sales of approximately €65.3 billion and net profits of €1.41 billion. The company has more than 110,000 employees worldwide and invests billions annually in research and development. With a market capitalization of €40 billion in January 2025, BASF remains a dominant force in the chemical industry and a key supplier to many sectors, including automotive, agriculture, and construction.
History & development
BASF was founded in 1865 and has since established a leading position in the global chemical industry. The company is known for pioneering the development of innovative chemical processes and products. Through strategic acquisitions, such as that of Ciba in 2009, and the expansion of its global production capacity, BASF has further strengthened its competitive position. Today, the company focuses strongly on sustainable innovation, such as the development of CO2-neutral production processes and biodegradable plastics.
Sector & competition
BASF operates in the global chemical industry, competing with companies such as Dow Chemical, LyondellBasell, and Sabic. It is distinguished by its extensive product portfolio, global presence, and strong focus on research and development. In an industry increasingly focused on sustainability, BASF continues to invest in technologies that help reduce the environmental footprint of industrial processes.
BASF's Influence on the EURO STOXX 50
With a weighting of 1.11% in the EURO STOXX 50 (measured in December 2024), BASF has a modest influence on the index. BASF's share price is influenced by macroeconomic trends such as raw material prices, industrial production, and global trade flows. Thanks to its strong position in various markets, BASF remains a reliable player in the index.
Investment analysis & outlook
Below you can see BASF's price performance compared to the EURO STOXX 50 over the past five years. While the index achieved a price performance of +42.55%, BASF showed a loss of -24.8%. This indicates that BASF harmed the performance of the EURO STOXX 50.
BASF's negative share price performance over the past five years is due to economic headwinds, rising raw material and energy prices, and supply chain disruptions. Slower growth in Europe and China, stricter environmental regulations, and higher costs due to the energy transition have hit the company hard. Although BASF is investing in sustainability and new markets, such as China, these efforts remain under pressure in the near term. Recovery depends on economic recovery and the impact of their strategic choices.
News & updates
BASF recently announced €1.5 billion investment in the development of hydrogen technology and other green energy projects. In addition, the company is expanding its production of biodegradable plastics and battery materials to meet the growing demand for sustainable solutions.
With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and efficient processes, BASF remains well-positioned to benefit from global trends in the chemical industry. For more information about this company, please visit: www.basf.com.
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