Is WLK stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, WLK is currently a HOLD with moderate confidence. 📊 HOLD: WLK shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of WLK stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for WLK to be between $105.11 and $120.22. The current price is $92.83.

What is the analyst price target for WLK?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for WLK is $116.43. This implies a potential upside of 26.2% from current levels.

WLK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

WLK - Westlake Corporation

INDUSTRIAL ORGANIC CHEMICALS

$92.84

0.56 (0.61%) ▲

5d: -4.67%

30d: -19.45%

90d: -5.97%

HOLD

MODERATE Confidence

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Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: May 05, 2026 0d

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Strength: 3.3/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: WLK shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 1.8%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$115.47

Based on 2.9% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$71.70

Trading above historical range

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: WLK is currently trading at $92.83, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $105.11 to $120.22. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 23.0) compared to its historical average (63.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 28.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, WLK is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $92.22. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.

Market Sentiment: WLK has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $116.43 (+26.2%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position OVERSOLD

Historical Trading Range $105.11 - $120.22

Company Quality Score 55/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 57.1%

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All Signals

BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading 26.2% below Wall St target ($116.43)

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $105.11 - $120.22

Current vs Trading Range OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $92.22

Resistance Level $117.05

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Technical data as of May 14, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 23.04

Wall Street Target $116.43 (+26.2%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) -6.8%

Earnings Growth (YoY) -62.3%

Profit Margin -14.9%

Valuation Discount vs History -28.8% cheaper

PE vs Historical 23.0 vs 63.9 CHEAP

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -28.8% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $83.04 (-10%)

2-Year Target $74.74 (-19%)

3-Year Target $67.26 (-27%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 23→64) $186.52 (+102%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 23.0, Growth: 1.8%) $97.42 (+6%)

Base: (SPY PE: 22.0, Growth: 1.8%) $93.17 (+1%)

Bear: (PE: 18.7, Growth: 1.8%) $79.20 (-14%)

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 23.0 to 63.9

Stabilization Target: $255.86 (+177.3%)

PE Expansion Potential: +177.3%

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Last updated: May 14, 2026 3:10 PM ET
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