WLKP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WLKP - WESTLAKE CHEMICAL PARTNERS LP
$20.87
-0.18 (-0.86%)
▼
5d:
-0.24%
30d:
-2.39%
90d:
-5.18%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WLKP shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WLKP shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$39.02
Based on 12.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$24.23
13.9% Margin of Safety
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 11.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WLKP is currently trading at $20.87, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $21.03 to $21.49. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 11.3) is in line with its historical norms (11.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLKP is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $20.65. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WLKP scores 71/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $26.00 (+24.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLKP is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $20.65. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WLKP scores 71/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $26.00 (+24.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$21.03 -
$21.49
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (71/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 24.6% below Wall St target ($26.00)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 71/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$21.03 -
$21.49
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$20.65
Resistance Level
$21.48
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.27
Wall Street Target
$26.00
(+24.6%)
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-2.2%
Profit Margin
4.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
11.3 vs 11.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$20.49
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$20.13
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$19.76
(-5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→12)
$20.87
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 20.5%)
$64.30
(+208%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.3, Growth: 20.5%)
$36.48
(+75%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.6, Growth: 20.5%)
$31.01
(+49%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.84 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.64
Bull Case
$26.15
(+25%)
Analyst growth 12.9%, PE expands to 14.1
Base Case
$23.78
(+14%)
Market implied 12.9%, PE stable at 12.8
Bear Case
$14.31
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 11.3 to 11.9
Stabilization Target:
$22.04
(+5.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+5.6%
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