WLK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WLK - Westlake Corporation
$70.50
-1.22 (-1.70%)
▼
5d:
-4.5%
30d:
-3.19%
90d:
-38.84%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WLK trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -25.5% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WLK trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -25.5% 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
$109.40
Based on 5.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$67.93
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 $70.50, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $73.15 to $77.10. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 20.8) compared to its historical average (50.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 25.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLK is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $68.48. 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 $96.00 (+36.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WLK is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $68.48. 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 $96.00 (+36.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$73.15 -
$77.10
Company Quality Score
60/100
(BUY)
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 36.2% below Wall St target ($96.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$73.15 -
$77.10
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$68.48
Resistance Level
$78.33
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
20.80
Wall Street Target
$96.00
(+36.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-6.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-62.3%
Profit Margin
-14.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-25.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
20.8 vs 50.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-25.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$63.45
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$57.10
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$51.39
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 21→50)
$124.27
(+76%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.8, Growth: 6.5%)
$85.26
(+21%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.7, Growth: 6.5%)
$84.96
(+21%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.6, Growth: 6.5%)
$72.22
(+2%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 20.8 to 50.3
Stabilization Target:
$170.46
(+141.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+141.8%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
1
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
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SELL
17409 shares
2026-02-27
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