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 |
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| 11/3/2025 | Neutral → Buy | BofA Securities | |
| 10/14/2025 | $87.00 | Buy → Neutral | BofA Securities |
| 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 |
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BofA Securities upgraded Westlake Corporation from Neutral to Buy
BofA Securities downgraded Westlake Corporation from Buy to Neutral and set a new price target of $87.00
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
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Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) announced that Westlake Polyethylene's LDPE Sulphur, Louisiana manufacturing site has attained the globally-recognized International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS certification. This achievement includes mass balance certification, recognizing the site's robust systems for tracing and managing alternative raw materials throughout the polymer production process to advance sustainability goals. "The ISCC PLUS certification at our Polyethylene site in Sulphur, Louisiana is an important milestone in our commitment to deliver more sustainable solutions for our customers," said Amy Moore, Vice President – Olefins & Polyethylene. "This certifica
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) ("Westlake") announced today that it has priced its previously announced underwritten public offering of $600,000,000 aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes due 2035 (the "2035 Notes") and $600,000,000 aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes due 2055 (the "2055 Notes" and, together with the 2035 Notes, the "Notes") under its existing shelf registration statement. The 2035 Notes will bear interest at a rate of 5.550% per annum and will mature on November 15, 2035. The 2055 Notes will bear interest at a rate of 6.375% per annum and will mature on November 15, 2055. The sale of the Notes is scheduled to close on November 6, 2025, subje
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) ("Westlake") announced today the commencement of an underwritten public offering, subject to market and other conditions, of senior unsecured notes (the "Notes") under its existing shelf registration statement. The timing of pricing and terms of the Notes are subject to market conditions and other factors. Westlake intends to use the net proceeds from the proposed public offering of the Notes to fund the repurchase of its outstanding 3.600% Senior Notes due 2026 (the "2026 Senior Notes") pursuant to a concurrent cash tender offer (the "Tender Offer") for any and all of the 2026 Senior Notes. Westlake anticipates using any remaining net proceeds to fund the p
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) ("Westlake") announced today the commencement of a cash tender offer to purchase (the "Offer") any and all of the outstanding 3.600% Senior Notes due 2026 (the "Notes") as set forth in the table below. The tender offer is being made solely pursuant to the terms and conditions set forth in an Offer to Purchase, dated November 4, 2025 (the "Offer to Purchase"). Holders of the Notes are urged to carefully read the Offer to Purchase before making any decision with respect to the tender offer. The tender offer is not conditioned on any minimum amount of the Notes being tendered. Subject to applicable law, Westlake may amend, extend or terminate the tender offer i
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) (the "Company" or "Westlake") today announced third quarter 2025 results. SUMMARY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (in millions of dollars, except per share data and percentages) Three Months Ended September 30, 2025 Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 Three Months Ended September 30, 2024 Westlake Corporation Net sales $ 2,838 $ 2,953 $ 3,117 Income (loss) from operations $ (766
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) will release its third quarter 2025 earnings prior to the market opening on Thursday, October 30, 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/BI407a290bfbf04abdbdcf5bdeb7f15366. 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/eex75wdd and th
Westlake Royal Building Products™ ("Westlake Royal"), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), has added a new black frame option to its Westlake Royal Windows' Magnolia™ Collection in response to the increasing demand for darker window frame styles. "Black window frames and other dark accessories saw a significant rise in popularity with the Modern Farmhouse aesthetic, but they've proven to be a timeless choice, remaining a favorite even as design trends evolve," said Steve Booz, vice president of marketing at Westlake Royal Building Products. "By expanding key offerings in the Magnolia Collection, we aim to help building pros and designers meet homeowner demand with dependable, design-forward mat
Westlake Royal Building Products™, a Westlake company (NYSE: WLK), has launched two new shake colors under its DaVinci® Roofscapes brand: Timber Black and Blonde Cedar. Representing opposite ends of the color spectrum, each showcases the unique, natural variations of cedar that emerge depending on when, where and how it is harvested, opening a world of possibilities for nearly any home exterior. "The latest additions to our Nature Crafted Collection highlight DaVinci's dedication to creating roofing options that balance natural beauty with exceptional performance," said Mark Pagel, general manager, DaVinci Roofscapes. "Timber Black and Blonde Cedar showcase the striking contrast and authe
NEW YORK, Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomberg Indices announced the following changes to the Bloomberg 500 (B500) Index effective prior to the open of trading on Thursday, September 11, to coincide with the semi-annual reconstitution of the index. The B500 contains the 500 most highly capitalized US companies weighted by float market cap, reflecting a market capitalization of $58.19 trillion. Affirm Holdings, Inc. (AFRM), Astera Labs, Inc. (ALAB), The Carlyle Group, Inc. (CG), CyberArk Software, Ltd. (CYBR), EMCOR Group, Inc. (EME), Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX), Insmed,
Deal Brings Expansion for Westlake's Housing & Infrastructure Products Segment Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the global compounding solutions businesses of the ACI/Perplastic Group (collectively, "ACI"). ACI is a Portugal-based global manufacturer of specialty materials serving the wire and cable sectors, which helps expand Westlake's offerings. "The combination of ACI with Westlake's existing compounding business will present an excellent strategic fit and opportunity to integrate with our Housing & Infrastructure Products (HIP) business. It will allow us to further expand Westlake Global Compounds and add new specialty
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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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Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) (the "Company" or "Westlake") today announced third quarter 2025 results. SUMMARY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (in millions of dollars, except per share data and percentages) Three Months Ended September 30, 2025 Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 Three Months Ended September 30, 2024 Westlake Corporation Net sales $ 2,838 $ 2,953 $ 3,117 Income (loss) from operations $ (766
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) will release its third quarter 2025 earnings prior to the market opening on Thursday, October 30, 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/BI407a290bfbf04abdbdcf5bdeb7f15366. 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/eex75wdd and th
$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
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