WLKP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WLKP - WESTLAKE CHEMICAL PARTNERS LP
$22.65
-0.35 (-1.52%)
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5d:
-2.71%
30d:
+1.43%
90d:
+6.24%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: WLKP shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.7% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: WLKP shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.7% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$22.95
Based on 1.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$14.25
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 11.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WLKP is currently trading at $22.65, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $22.39 to $23.21. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 12.2) is in line with its historical norms (11.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.7% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLKP is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $22.52. 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 $25.50 (+12.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLKP is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $22.52. 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 $25.50 (+12.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$22.39 -
$23.21
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
73.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($25.50)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.7% growth with 11.4% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$22.39 -
$23.21
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$22.52
Resistance Level
$23.88
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.20
Wall Street Target
$25.50
(+12.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
11.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-4.7%
Profit Margin
4.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.7% premium
PE vs Historical
12.2 vs 11.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$23.04
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$23.43
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$23.82
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→12)
PE COMPRESSION
$22.65
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: -1.4%)
$39.27
(+73%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.2, Growth: -1.4%)
$21.71
(-4%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.4, Growth: -1.4%)
$18.45
(-19%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 13.96 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.64
Bull Case
$28.52
(+26%)
Analyst growth 13.2%, PE expands to 15.4
Base Case
$25.92
(+15%)
Market implied 13.2%, PE stable at 14.0
Bear Case
$15.57
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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