How did the CW75 index perform for the week ended May 5, 2026, relative to major global benchmarks?

The CW75 index increased by 0.58% for the week ended May 5, 2026, underperforming both the MSCI World Index, which rose 1.35%, and the S&P 500, which gained 1.69%.

What drove positive movement in the CW75 index during the week, according to the report?

LyondellBasell shares rose following the company’s first quarter earnings report, which beat analysts’ estimates — this contributed to the CW75 index’s 0.58% weekly gain.

CW75 Stock Performance: Wednesday, May 6, 2026

May 7, 2026

The CW75 index rose 0.58% last week, trailing major benchmarks like the S&P500. LyondellBasell shares gained after reporting first-quarter earnings that exceeded analyst expectations.

chemweek

2025-12-10

GPCA 2025: LyondellBasell Eyes 2032 Start for Sipchem Complex in Jubail – CEO

2026-01-27

Winter storm impacts LyondellBasell, Celanese, Ineos sites in Texas

2026-01-30

LyondellBasell swings to Q4 loss as margins narrow

2026-02-09

LyondellBasell Turns from Profit to Loss

2026-02-23

LyondellBasell Cuts 2030 Sustainability Targets to Save Cash