Westlake Chemical Partners LP (WLKP) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Westlake Chemical Partners LP stock (WLKP) is currently trading at $22.40. Westlake Chemical Partners LP PE ratio is 16.16. Westlake Chemical Partners LP PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.67. Analyst consensus price target for WLKP is $25.50. WallStSmart rates WLKP as Hold.
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- Is WLKP undervalued or overvalued?
- Westlake Chemical Partners LP financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- WLKP Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- WLKP analyst price target and Smart Rating
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WLKP Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Westlake Chemical Partners LP (WLKP)
WLKP trades 129% above its Graham fair value of $9.38, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Westlake Chemical Partners LP (WLKP) · 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 peg ratio, return on equity, operating margin. Concerns around eps growth and profit margin. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Westlake Chemical Partners LP (WLKP) Key Strengths (4)
Growing significantly faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $37 in profit
Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue
Strong operational efficiency: $28 kept per $100 revenue
Supporting Valuation Data
Westlake Chemical Partners LP (WLKP) Areas to Watch (6)
Earnings declining -4.70%, profits shrinking
Very thin margins, barely profitable
Premium pricing at 3.0x book value
Low institutional interest, mostly retail-driven
Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential
Solid revenue growth at 11.40% per year
Westlake Chemical Partners LP (WLKP) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 60/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 9.5/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 3.5/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Price/Sales. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.23), Price/Sales (0.67) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 36.60%, Operating Margin at 27.80%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (3.03) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 11.40%, EPS Growth at -4.70%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Profit Margin at 4.17%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 36.60% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 11.40% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high 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
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (PEG Ratio, Return on Equity) and negatives (EPS Growth, Profit Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
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.
WLKP Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
WLKP's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.67x sits near its historical average of 0.68x (49th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 32% below its historical high of 0.99x set in May 2021, and 111% above its historical low of 0.32x in Nov 2015.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Westlake Chemical Partners LP (WLKP) · BASIC MATERIALS › CHEMICALS
The Big Picture
Westlake Chemical Partners LP operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 1.2B with 11% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 4.2%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.
Key Findings
ROE of 36.6% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Generating 112M in free cash flow and 120M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
What to Watch Next
Margin expansion: can Westlake Chemical Partners LP push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 8.6%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Sector dynamics: monitor CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Westlake Chemical Partners LP.
Bottom Line
Westlake Chemical Partners LP offers stability with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. The valuation may present an opportunity for patient investors, though limited growth means returns will likely come from dividends and modest capital appreciation rather than explosive gains.
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 Partners LP(WLKP)
NYSE
BASIC MATERIALS
CHEMICALS
USA
Westlake Chemical Partners LP acquires, develops and operates ethylene production facilities and related assets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.