PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad Overview
Pro stress-test →PETRONAS Chemicals Group manufactures and processes petrochemicals including ammonia, syngas, paraxylene, benzene, urea, and specialty polyols, while also operating marine facilities and managing silicones and lube oil additives businesses. Founded in 1985 and based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the company is a subsidiary of Petroliam Nasional Berhad.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →The company operates through two primary segments—Olefins & Derivatives (generating majority revenue) and Fertilizers & Methanol—serving downstream chemical applications across Asia. Facing earnings headwinds with negative EPS in 2024-2025, the company is currently valued at a P/B ratio of 0.72–0.73 (below 1.0), suggesting potential undervaluation amid fundamental volatility.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →PCHEM competes in olefin derivatives (ethylene, propylene) and fertilizers/methanol segments, serving plastic films, packaging, and agricultural markets. Regional competitors include other Malaysian and Southeast Asian petrochemical producers competing on cost and feedstock access.
Industry Context
PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad operates in Petrochemicals & Specialty Chemicals Manufacturing.
Key facts
Founded: 1985 · Headquarters: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · Employees: 6,728 · Revenue: $6.52B · Market cap: $8.02B