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Westlake Stock Bounces Back but Valuations Are Mixed

RBC Downgrades Westlake's Target Price While Maintaining Outperform Rating

Analysts Maintain Buy Rating on Westlake Corporation with Target Price of $127

JPMorgan downgrades Westlake Corp stock rating to reduce

Westlake released FY2026 Q1 earnings on May 5 Pre-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 2.652 B (forecast USD 2.785 B), actual EPS USD -1.3203 (forecast USD -0.3449)

Westlake Reports First Quarter Sales Below Estimates

Westlake Signs LOI to Acquire VYNOVA's Production Site

Zurich Cantonal Bank Buys Shares of Westlake Corporation

Westlake to Announce Q1 2026 Earnings on May 5

Westlake to Release FY2026 Q1 Earnings on May 5, Pre-Market EST; Forecast Revenue USD 2.785 B, EPS USD -0.3449

Westlake Corporation's 2026 EPS forecast revised up to $2.58

Citigroup Raises Westlake's Target Price to $145

FactSet analysts revised upwards Westlake Corporation's 2026 EPS estimates

Westlake Signs New $1.5 Billion Unsecured Revolving Credit Facility

Westlake Reports Net Loss of $1.5 Billion in 2025 Annual Report

Westlake's Executive Vice President Sells Company Shares

Westlake CFO Mark Steven Bender Sold 16,413 Shares

FactSet raises Westlake Corporation's 2026 EPS forecast

FactSet: Westlake Corporation EPS Forecast Median Raised for 2026

FactSet: Analysts Up EPS Estimate for Westlake Corporation to $1.53 for 2026

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Westlake (WLK) shares have rebounded by about 4% recently, despite a 18% decline over the past month. The stock is currently trading at $97.56, below the analyst price target of $116.43, suggesting it may be undervalued. However, differing valuation models present mixed signals: one suggests a fair value of $121.29, while another indicates overvaluation at $68.80. Investors are advised to consider both earnings potential and cash flow estimates when evaluating Westlake's stock.

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Royal Bank Of Canada has reduced its price target for Westlake (NYSE:WLK) from $145.00 to $130.00 while maintaining an "outperform" rating. This new target suggests a potential upside of 32.21% from the stock's previous close. Other analysts have varied opinions, with ratings ranging from "Strong Buy" to "Sell." Westlake's stock recently traded at $98.33, with a market cap of $12.60 billion. The company reported a quarterly EPS of ($0.77), missing estimates, and a revenue decline of 6.8% year-over-year.

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Westlake (NYSE:WLK) Price Target Cut to $130.00 by Analysts at Royal Bank Of Canada

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Westlake Corp reported Q1 2026 results with revenue of $2.65B, down 6.8% from $2.85B a year ago. The company faced a net loss of $169M, compared to a $40M loss in the prior year. Key factors included lower volumes and prices in PVC and related products, alongside increased costs from geopolitical issues. The company also accrued a $67M settlement related to PVC pipe antitrust matters. Operationally, they completed the ACI acquisition and optimized their footprint with plant closures in North America and Europe.

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Westlake Corp 1Q 2026: Revenue $2.65B, Net income ($169M), EPS ($1.31) — 10-Q Summary

Truist Financial analyst Pete Osterland has maintained a Buy rating on Westlake Corporation (WLK) with a price target of $127.00. Osterland, a 5-star analyst, has an average return of 49.2% and an 84.75% success rate. Additionally, BMO Capital's John McNulty also issued a Buy rating for Westlake Corporation today, while Goldman Sachs maintained a Hold rating on the stock.

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Westlake Corporation (WLK) Gets a Buy from Truist Financial

Westlake Corporation reported Q1 2026 net sales of $2.7 billion and EBITDA of $235 million, despite a net loss of $100 million due to legal settlements and facility shutdown expenses. The company capitalized on supply disruptions in the Middle East, boosting demand for polyethylene, PVC, and epoxy resin. Their profitability improvement plan contributed $150 million to EBITDA, with a target of $600 million for the year. Management remains optimistic for 2026, citing cost-saving initiatives and strategic acquisitions, while being cautious about housing market uncertainties.

Westlake Reports Q1 2026 Results: Full Earnings Call Transcript

Westlake Corporation reported a net loss of $169 million in Q1 2026, with net sales of $2.7 billion and EBITDA of $150 million. The loss was impacted by an $85 million charge from litigation and shutdowns. Excluding these items, the net loss narrowed to $100 million. Sales volumes increased by 6%, while average prices rose by 1%. The company is undergoing restructuring to optimize costs and stabilize margins amid challenging demand. Analysts rate WLK stock as a Hold with a price target of $115.00, reflecting concerns over current fundamentals despite a solid balance sheet.

Westlake Posts Q1 2026 Loss Amid Restructuring Efforts

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