Westlake Chemical Corporation (WLK) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Westlake Chemical Corporation stock (WLK) is currently trading at $114.22. Westlake Chemical Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 1.31. Analyst consensus price target for WLK is $112.29. WallStSmart rates WLK as Sell.
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- Westlake Chemical Corporation financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- WLK Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- WLK analyst price target and Smart Rating
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Smart Analysis
Westlake Chemical Corporation (WLK) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in market cap, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.
Westlake Chemical Corporation (WLK) Key Strengths (3)
Large-cap company with substantial market presence
Paying $1.31 for every $1 of annual revenue
Trading at 1.66x book value, attractively priced
Supporting Valuation Data
Westlake Chemical Corporation (WLK) Areas to Watch (7)
Company is destroying shareholder value
Losing money on operations
Revenue declining -10.90%, a shrinking business
Earnings declining -62.30%, profits shrinking
Company is losing money with a negative profit margin
Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive
Moderate institutional interest at 36.85%
Supporting Valuation Data
Westlake Chemical Corporation (WLK) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 37/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 8.3/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 1.7/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Market Cap, Price/Sales, Price/Book. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (1.31), Price/Book (1.66) suggest the stock is attractively priced.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.70) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -10.90%, EPS Growth at -62.30%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at -14.50%, Operating Margin at -5.45%, Profit Margin at -13.50%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at -14.50% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -10.90% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Return on Equity and Operating Margin are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
WLK Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
WLK's Price-to-Sales ratio of 1.31x trades 18% below its historical average of 1.6x (41th percentile). The current valuation is 71% below its historical high of 4.55x set in Feb 2014, and 205% above its historical low of 0.43x in Feb 2009.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Westlake Chemical Corporation (WLK) · BASIC MATERIALS › SPECIALTY CHEMICALS
The Big Picture
Westlake Chemical Corporation is in a turnaround phase, with management focused on restoring profitability. Revenue reached 11.2B with 11% decline year-over-year. The company is currently unprofitable, posting a -13.5% profit margin.
Key Findings
Revenue contracted 11% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.
The company is unprofitable with a -13.5% profit margin. The path to breakeven will be the key catalyst.
What to Watch Next
Sector dynamics: monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Westlake Chemical Corporation.
Bottom Line
Westlake Chemical Corporation is in turnaround mode. The path to profitability remains the critical question. Speculative investors may see opportunity in the recovery story, but conservative investors should wait for consistent positive earnings before committing capital.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About Westlake Chemical Corporation(WLK)
NYSE
BASIC MATERIALS
SPECIALTY CHEMICALS
USA
Westlake Chemical Corporation (WLK) is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of petrochemicals, polymers, and fabricated products, serving critical sectors such as construction, automotive, and packaging. With its operations divided into the Olefins and Vinyls segments, Westlake is poised to capitalize on global economic trends and increasing product demand. The company is committed to sustainability and innovation, investing in advanced technologies to optimize operational efficiency and minimize environmental impact. With a strong manufacturing footprint in North America and Europe and a disciplined financial management strategy, Westlake is strategically positioned for long-term growth and enhanced shareholder value.