WLK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WLK - Westlake Corporation
$76.79
1.30 (1.72%)
▲
5d:
+2.66%
30d:
-11.86%
90d:
-35.13%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 10, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
21d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WLK trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -26.9% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WLK trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -26.9% 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
$107.42
Based on 3.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$66.70
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.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WLK is currently trading at $76.79, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $75.58 to $86.34. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 20.6) compared to its historical average (52.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 26.9% 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 (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $102.20 (+35.4%). 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 (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $102.20 (+35.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$75.58 -
$86.34
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 35.4% below Wall St target ($102.20)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$75.58 -
$86.34
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
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.)
20.61
Wall Street Target
$102.20
(+35.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-6.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-62.3%
Profit Margin
-14.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-26.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
20.6 vs 52.7
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-26.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$67.94
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$61.15
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$55.03
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 21→53)
$140.68
(+86%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 2.5%)
$86.00
(+14%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.6, Growth: 2.5%)
$81.40
(+8%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.5, Growth: 2.5%)
$69.19
(-8%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 20.6 to 52.7
Stabilization Target:
$192.98
(+155.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+155.6%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
1
Sells
Net
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