WLK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WLK - Westlake Corporation
$74.77
1.95 (2.68%)
▲
5d:
-2.31%
30d:
-13.89%
90d:
-35.86%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
30d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WLK trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -29.2% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WLK trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -29.2% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$118.57
Based on 3.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$73.62
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.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WLK is currently trading at $74.77, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $77.60 to $88.13. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 19.1) compared to its historical average (53.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 29.2% 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 $82.98. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $106.33 (+42.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLK is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $82.98. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $106.33 (+42.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$77.60 -
$88.13
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 42.2% below Wall St target ($106.33)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$77.60 -
$88.13
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$82.98
Resistance Level
$89.37
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
19.09
Wall Street Target
$106.33
(+42.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-6.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-62.3%
Profit Margin
-14.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-29.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
19.1 vs 53.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-29.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$67.29
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$60.56
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$54.51
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 19→54)
$153.63
(+106%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 3.8%)
$95.47
(+28%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.1, Growth: 3.8%)
$83.67
(+12%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.2, Growth: 3.8%)
$71.12
(-5%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 19.1 to 53.8
Stabilization Target:
$210.73
(+181.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+181.8%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
1
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
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SELL
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