Westlake Chemical Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets basic chemicals, vinyls, polymers, and building products worldwide. It operates through two segments, Vinyls and Olefins. The Vinyls segment provides specialty and commodity polyvinyl chloride (PVC), vinyl chloride monomers, ethylene dichloride, chlorine, caustic soda, chlorinated derivative, and ethylene products. This segment also manufactures and sells PVC compounds and building products fabricated from PVC, including residential siding, trim and molding, pipe and fittings for various water, sewer and industrial applications, profiles for windows and doors, decking products, films for various inflatables, wall covering tapes, roofing applications, and composite roof tiles. The Olefins segment offers polyethylene, styrene monomers, and various ethylene co-products, as well as sells propylene, crude butadiene, pyrolysis gasoline, and hydrogen products. Westlake Chemical Corporation offers its products to a range of customers, including chemical processors, plastics fabricators, small construction contractors, municipalities, and supply warehouses in various consumer and industrial markets, such as flexible and rigid packaging, automotive products, coatings, water treatment, refrigerants, and residential and commercial construction, as well as other durable and non-durable goods. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Westlake Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of TTWF LP.
IPO Year: 2004
Exchange: NYSE
Website: westlake.com
| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2025 | $90.00 | Hold → Buy | Tudor, Pickering, Holt & Co. |
| 5/20/2025 | $76.00 | Overweight → Equal Weight | Wells Fargo |
| 4/15/2025 | $75.00 | Neutral → Buy | BofA Securities |
| 3/26/2025 | $135.00 → $120.00 | Overweight → Neutral | Piper Sandler |
| 2/27/2025 | $135.00 → $110.00 | Underweight → Neutral | Analyst |
| 1/28/2025 | $168.00 | Buy | Truist |
| 1/10/2025 | $144.00 | Neutral → Buy | UBS |
| 12/18/2024 | $152.00 → $140.00 | Neutral → Buy | Citigroup |
| 10/16/2024 | $151.00 → $159.00 | Underperform → Neutral | BofA Securities |
| 9/30/2024 | $162.00 → $180.00 | Equal Weight → Overweight | Barclays |
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Tudor, Pickering, Holt & Co. upgraded Westlake Corporation from Hold to Buy and set a new price target of $90.00
Wells Fargo downgraded Westlake Corporation from Overweight to Equal Weight and set a new price target of $76.00
BofA Securities upgraded Westlake Corporation from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $75.00
Piper Sandler downgraded Westlake Corporation from Overweight to Neutral and set a new price target of $120.00 from $135.00 previously
Analyst upgraded Westlake Corporation from Underweight to Neutral and set a new price target of $110.00 from $135.00 previously
Truist initiated coverage of Westlake Corporation with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $168.00
UBS upgraded Westlake Corporation from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $144.00
Citigroup upgraded Westlake Corporation from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $140.00 from $152.00 previously
BofA Securities upgraded Westlake Corporation from Underperform to Neutral and set a new price target of $159.00 from $151.00 previously
Barclays upgraded Westlake Corporation from Equal Weight to Overweight and set a new price target of $180.00 from $162.00 previously
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Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) today announced an advance in the company's sustainability objectives to further reduce its carbon emissions intensity by 20% by 2030, from a 2016 baseline, which is one of the company's sustainability goals. Westlake recently entered into an agreement with a solar renewable-energy three-farm project that generates approximately 160,000 megawatt-hours per year of renewable energy and purchased the associated renewable energy certificates (RECs). The RECs are utilized as part of this multi-year purchase agreement to offset Westlake's electricity consumption attributed to powering its operations. Westlake is evaluating the best use of REC's to enhance its dow
$0.53 per share dividend declared payable on September 4, 2025 The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) today declared a regular dividend distribution of $0.53 per share for the second quarter of 2025. This dividend will be payable on September 4, 2025 to stockholders of record on August 19, 2025. Westlake announced its first dividend on November 11, 2004 and has successively been paying and increasing its dividend for the past 20 years. The statements in this release that are not historical facts, including statements regarding future payment of dividend, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to significant risks and uncertainti
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) (the "Company" or "Westlake") today announced second quarter 2025 results. SUMMARY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (in millions of dollars, except per share data and percentages) Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 Three Months Ended March 31, 2025 Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 Westlake Corporation Net sales $ 2,953 $ 2,846 $ 3,207 Income (loss) from operations $ (109 )
A serene blue inspired by Southern traditions blends timeless charm with long-lasting performance Westlake Royal Building Products™ ("Westlake Royal"), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), announced today the launch of Haint Blue, a new color for its 6" Reversible Beadboard/V-Groove Profile, part of the Royal® Trim & Mouldings line. Inspired by the century-old Southern tradition of painting porch ceilings blue, Haint Blue blends timeless charm with long-lasting performance. "Color has the power to tell a story, and Haint Blue is one that combines heritage with thoughtful design. Rooted in Southern tradition, this hue brings a sense of comfort and character to outdoor spaces, while the profile
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) will release its second quarter 2025 earnings prior to the market opening on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The company will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (10:00 a.m. Central Time) on the same day to discuss the earnings release. To access the conference by phone, it is necessary to pre-register at https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIb6ee891623b645e0acda053a745bacce. Once registered, you will receive a phone number and unique PIN number. When you dial in, you will input the PIN number to be placed into the call. The conference call and replay will be available via webcast at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/o3z3qmbm and the
Interactive visualizer empowers users to design and customize outdoor living spaces with ease Westlake Royal Building Products™ ("Westlake Royal"), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), announces the launch of its new Outdoor Design Tool for Kindred™ Outdoors + Surrounds—an interactive visualizer that helps users imagine, design and plan custom outdoor living spaces with ease. Whether building new or enhancing an existing area, the tool provides an intuitive, hands-on experience to explore products, experiment with layouts and make confident design decisions. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250702221652/en/The new Outd
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) announced today that Westlake Epoxy will collaborate with Alpha Recyclage Composites to support them in scaling up the recycling capacity for carbon fiber composite materials. This collaboration will provide support to Westlake's composite customers in their development of improved circular options for both production (scrap or off spec composite materials that otherwise become waste) and end-of-life waste. The recovery of the carbon fibers from composite materials for reuse in new or emerging applications aims to establish a more sustainable alternative to traditional disposal methods such as landfilling and incineration. Alpha Recyclage Composites, a fami
Discover product innovations and emerging industry trends at booth #647 Westlake Royal Building Products™ (Westlake Royal), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), will return to the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2025 (AIA25) in Boston, Massachusetts, on June 4-7, 2025. During the conference, Westlake Royal will spotlight its latest product solutions, expert insights on industry trends and the evolution of its Be Boundless™ campaign, offering architects and designers a dynamic experience at booth #647. Inside its 600-square-foot booth, Westlake Royal will showcase the pioneering legacy, bold innovation and design versatility of its portfolio of industry-leading brands, including Celect
Versatile new colorway takes inspiration from desert landscapes Westlake Royal Building Products™ ("Westlake Royal"), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), announces the launch of Salt Flat™, a new colorway from Cultured Stone®. Available in the Cobblefield® profile, Salt Flat's elegant, neutral palette makes it ideal for a variety of architectural applications. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250513987259/en/Salt Flat captures the tranquility of desert landscapes with a soft, shimmering blend of grays and whites. Inspired by the expansive tranquility of vast desert landscapes, Salt Flat blends understated light grays an
$0.525 per share dividend declared payable on June 5, 2025 The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) today declared a regular dividend distribution of $0.525 per share for the first quarter of 2025. This dividend will be payable on June 5, 2025 to stockholders of record on May 20, 2025. Westlake announced its first dividend on November 11, 2004 and has successively been paying and increasing its dividend for the past 20 years. The statements in this release that are not historical facts, including statements regarding future payment of dividend, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. For more de
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Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) today announced that Mr. Roger A. Cregg has been appointed to the company's board of directors. Mr. Cregg succeeds Mr. Marius A. Haas who, as previously disclosed, informed the board that he intended to retire from the board effective upon the appointment of his successor. Mr. Haas' retirement from the board was effective on December 10, 2024. "We are delighted that Roger has agreed to join our board," said Westlake Corporation Executive Chairman Albert Chao. "He brings a unique combination of experience and in-depth knowledge about the home building and other industries. We look forward to working with him as he shares his perspectives with the board. We w
Calgary, AB, April 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NOVA Chemicals Corporation (NOVA Chemicals) today announced the appointment of Mr. Roger Kearns as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 12, 2023. Mr. Kearns most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer of Westlake Corporation, the global diversified manufacturer of essential products (NYSE:WLK) with 15,000 employees, which recorded net sales of USD $15.8bn and annual net income of USD $2.2bn in 2022. Mr. Kearns succeeds Mr. Danny Dweik, who has served as interim President and CEO of NOVA Chemicals since October 2022. Mr. Dweik will remain a member of NOVA's Board of Directors and return to his role as Head of Industr
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$0.53 per share dividend declared payable on September 4, 2025 The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) today declared a regular dividend distribution of $0.53 per share for the second quarter of 2025. This dividend will be payable on September 4, 2025 to stockholders of record on August 19, 2025. Westlake announced its first dividend on November 11, 2004 and has successively been paying and increasing its dividend for the past 20 years. The statements in this release that are not historical facts, including statements regarding future payment of dividend, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to significant risks and uncertainti
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) (the "Company" or "Westlake") today announced second quarter 2025 results. SUMMARY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (in millions of dollars, except per share data and percentages) Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 Three Months Ended March 31, 2025 Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 Westlake Corporation Net sales $ 2,953 $ 2,846 $ 3,207 Income (loss) from operations $ (109 )
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) will release its second quarter 2025 earnings prior to the market opening on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The company will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (10:00 a.m. Central Time) on the same day to discuss the earnings release. To access the conference by phone, it is necessary to pre-register at https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIb6ee891623b645e0acda053a745bacce. Once registered, you will receive a phone number and unique PIN number. When you dial in, you will input the PIN number to be placed into the call. The conference call and replay will be available via webcast at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/o3z3qmbm and the
$0.525 per share dividend declared payable on June 5, 2025 The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) today declared a regular dividend distribution of $0.525 per share for the first quarter of 2025. This dividend will be payable on June 5, 2025 to stockholders of record on May 20, 2025. Westlake announced its first dividend on November 11, 2004 and has successively been paying and increasing its dividend for the past 20 years. The statements in this release that are not historical facts, including statements regarding future payment of dividend, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. For more de
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) (the "Company" or "Westlake") today announced first quarter 2025 results. SUMMARY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (in millions of dollars, except per share data and percentages) Three Months Ended March 31, 2025 Three Months Ended December 31, 2024 Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 Westlake Corporation Net sales $ 2,846 $ 2,843 $ 2,975 Income (loss) from operations $ (32 ) $ 66 $ 223 Net income (loss) attributable to Westlake Corporation $ (40 ) $ 7
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) will release its first quarter 2025 earnings prior to the market opening on Friday, May 2, 2025. The company will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (10:00 a.m. Central Time) on the same day to discuss the earnings release. To access the conference by phone, it is necessary to pre-register at https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIafd8f37a0176451597d9e389828418cf. Once registered, you will receive a phone number and unique PIN number. When you dial in, you will input the PIN number to be placed into the call. The conference call and replay will be available via webcast at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/8zwehx8s/ and the earnin
Record Housing and Infrastructure Products (HIP) annual income from operations of $807 million and EBITDA of $1.1 billion Fifth consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth in company-wide sales volume Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) (the "Company" or "Westlake") today announced fourth quarter and full year 2024 results. SUMMARY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS ($ in millions except per share data and percentages) Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended December 31, September 30, December 31, December 31, 2024 2024 2
$0.525 per share dividend declared payable on March 19, 2025 The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) today declared a regular dividend distribution of $0.525 per share for the fourth quarter of 2024. This dividend will be payable on March 19, 2025 to stockholders of record on March 4, 2025. Westlake announced its first dividend on November 11, 2004 and has successively been paying and increasing its dividend for the past 20 years. The statements in this release that are not historical facts, including statements regarding future payment of dividend, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. For m
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings prior to the market opening on Monday, February 24, 2025. The company will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (10:00 a.m. Central Time) on the same day to discuss the earnings release. To access the conference by phone, it is necessary to pre-register at https://register.vevent.com/register/BI72061c1352d74b3482abead232a4bf93. Once registered, you will receive a phone number and unique PIN number. When you dial in, you will input the PIN number to be placed into the call. The conference call and replay will be available via webcast at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/9nttceuz and
$0.525 per share dividend declared payable on December 12, 2024 The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) today declared a regular dividend distribution of $0.525 per share for the third quarter of 2024. This dividend will be payable on December 12, 2024, to stockholders of record on November 26, 2024. Westlake announced its first dividend on November 11, 2004 and has successively been paying and increasing its dividend for the past 20 years. The statements in this release that are not historical facts, including statements regarding future payment of dividend, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to significant risks and uncerta