WLKP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WLKP - WESTLAKE CHEMICAL PARTNERS LP
$21.52
0.05 (0.23%)
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5d:
-1.87%
30d:
-2.45%
90d:
-7.6%
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Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WLKP is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -0.9% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: WLKP is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -0.9% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
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
11.2% 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 $21.52, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $21.46 to $21.84. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 11.6) is in line with its historical norms (11.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.9% 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 $21.42. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 49/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $26.00 (+20.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLKP is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $21.42. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 49/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $26.00 (+20.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$21.46 -
$21.84
Company Quality Score
41/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (49/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 20.8% below Wall St target ($26.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 40/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$21.46 -
$21.84
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$21.42
Resistance Level
$22.30
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.62
Wall Street Target
$26.00
(+20.8%)
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-2.2%
Profit Margin
4.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
11.6 vs 11.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$21.33
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$21.13
(-2%)
3-Year Target
$20.94
(-3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12â12)
$21.45
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 20.5%)
$65.30
(+204%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.6, Growth: 20.5%)
$37.62
(+75%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.9, Growth: 20.5%)
$31.97
(+49%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 13.17 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.63
Bull Case
$26.84
(+25%)
Analyst growth 13.6%, PE expands to 14.5
Base Case
$24.40
(+13%)
Market implied 13.6%, PE stable at 13.2
Bear Case
$14.60
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.2
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 11.6 to 11.9
Stabilization Target:
$22.04
(+2.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+2.4%
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Last updated: September 12, 2026 2:06 AM ET
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