Why Is Westlake (WLK) Down 3.1% Since Last Earnings Report?
Westlake (WLK) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
Zacks Investment Research9/3/2026Negative
WLK
Westlake Chemical CorporationNYSEBASIC MATERIALSSPECIALTY CHEMICALS
Key Statistics
Market Cap
$9.56B
P/E Ratio
—
EPS
$-9.58
Beta
0.63
52W High
$122.63
52W Low
$54.84
50-Day MA
$75.97
200-Day MA
$88.07
Dividend Yield
2.84%
Profit Margin
-10.90%
Forward P/E
16.26
PEG Ratio
1.70
About Westlake Chemical Corporation
Westlake Chemical Corporation (WLK) is a leading global manufacturer specializing in petrochemicals, polymers, and advanced fabricated products that serve critical sectors including construction, automotive, and packaging. The company's operations, segmented into Olefins and Vinyls, are strategically designed to capitalize on favorable market trends and the increasing demand for its diverse product portfolio. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, Westlake integrates advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency and minimize environmental impacts. Its robust manufacturing capabilities across North America and Europe, combined with disciplined financial practices, position Westlake favorably for continued growth and enhanced shareholder value in a dynamic market landscape.
Fundamentals
| Revenue (TTM) | $11.29B |
| Gross Profit (TTM) | $1.15B |
| EBITDA | $1.13B |
| Operating Margin | 11.20% |
| Return on Equity | -11.90% |
| Return on Assets | 0.37% |
| Revenue/Share (TTM) | $88.14 |
| Book Value | $68.12 |
| Price-to-Book | 1.09 |
| Price-to-Sales (TTM) | 0.85 |
| EV/Revenue | 1.2 |
| EV/EBITDA | 163.34 |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY) | -62.30% |
| Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY) | 10.80% |
| Shares Outstanding | $127.80M |
| Float | $33.21M |
| % Insiders | 74.51% |
| % Institutions | 31.58% |
Historical Volatility
HV 10-Day
29.40%
HV 20-Day
27.90%
HV 30-Day
49.33%
HV 60-Day
39.54%
HV Rank
78.2%
Volatility is currently contracting
Analyst Ratings
Consensus ($93.73 target)
2
Strong Buy4
Buy9
HoldLatest News
Here's Why You Should Retain Westlake Stock in Your Portfolio
WLK's HIP growth and acquisitions support its portfolio, but housing weakness, operational risks and global pressures cloud the outlook.
Zacks Investment Research8/27/2026Neutral
Westlake Announces Dual Listing on NYSE Texas
HOUSTON, Aug. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK) (“Westlake”) (the “Company”) announced today the dual listing of its common stock on the NYSE Texas, the newly launched fully electronic equities exchange headquartered in Dallas, Texas. “We are pleased to join the NYSE Texas.
GlobeNewsWire8/21/2026Neutral
Westlake Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend
HOUSTON, Aug. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK) today declared a regular dividend distribution of $0.533 per share for the second quarter of 2026. This dividend will be payable on September 10, 2026 to stockholders of record on August 25, 2026.
GlobeNewsWire8/14/2026Neutral
WLK Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Rise Y/Y on Higher Prices
Westlake's Q2 earnings beat estimates as higher prices, stronger demand and improved operations drove a sharp profit recovery.
Zacks Investment Research8/10/2026Positive
Westlake Corporation (WLK) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Westlake Corporation (WLK) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Seeking Alpha8/4/2026Neutral
Compared to Estimates, Westlake (WLK) Q2 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics
While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Westlake (WLK) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended June 2026, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.
Zacks Investment Research8/4/2026Neutral
Westlake (WLK) Tops Q2 Earnings Estimates
Westlake (WLK) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.01 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.93 per share. This compares to a loss of $0.09 per share a year ago.
Zacks Investment Research8/4/2026Positive
Westlake Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results
Westlake Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results which showed improvement in net income and EBITDA from the prior quarter and prior year levels. •
GlobeNewsWire8/4/2026Neutral
Westlake (WLK) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth
Westlake (WLK) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
Zacks Investment Research7/28/2026Positive
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