Westlake Corporation(WLK)

Westlake Corporation manufactures and supplies petrochemicals, polymers, and building products worldwide. It operates through two segments, Performance and Essential Materials; and Housing and Infrastructure Products. The Performance and Essential Materials segment manufactures and markets polyethylene, styrene monomer, ethylene co-products, PVC, VCM, ethylene dichloride chlor-alkali, and chlorinated derivative products. The Housing and Infrastructure Products segment manufactures and sells residential PVC siding; PVC trim and moldings; roofing applications; decorative stone; windows; PVC decking; PVC films for various inflatables, wallcovering, tape, and roofing applications; polymer composite roof tiles; PVC pipe and fittings; PVC compounds; and various consumer and commercial products such as landscape edging; industrial, home and office matting; marine dock edging; and masonry joint controls. The company offers its products to a range of customers, including chemical processors, plastics fabricators, small construction contractors, municipalities, and supply warehouses for use in various consumer and industrial markets, including residential construction, flexible and rigid packaging, automotive products, healthcare products, water treatment, and coatings, as well as other durable and non-durable goods. The company was formerly known as Westlake Chemical Corporation and changed its name to Westlake Corporation in February 2022. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Westlake Corporation is a subsidiary of TTWF LP.
Latest News & Analysis
Westlake (WLK): Tariffs, Sustainability, and Talent Recognition
Westlake (WLK) faces tariff concerns and a price target cut, while sustainability efforts and talent recognition offer potential upside. A detailed analysis.
Westlake (WLK): Navigating Challenges, Embracing Sustainability, and Expanding Market Reach
Westlake Corporation (WLK) faces challenges after recent earnings, but is embracing sustainability with EpoVIVE and expanding in building products. Learn about their strategy and market impact.
Westlake (WLK): Sustainability, Building Products, and Market Impact
Westlake Corporation (WLK) is strategically shifting towards sustainability and expanding its building products offerings amidst market volatility and raw material price sensitivity.
Westlake Corporation (WLK): Building Products and Sustainability
Westlake Corporation (WLK) expands building products, embraces sustainability. Innovations, market growth, and strategic positioning analyzed.
Westlake Corporation (WLK): Innovations in Building Products, Sustainability, and Market Impact
Westlake Corporation (WLK) is strategically expanding its product portfolio, focusing on building products, specialty chemicals, and sustainable solutions, while navigating housing market dynamics and cash flow challenges.
Westlake Corporation: Fire-Resistant Materials and Composites
Westlake Corporation (WLK) advances in fire-resistant materials and sustainable composites, impacting market position and growth prospects. A detailed analysis.
Westlake Corporation (WLK): Sustainability, Innovation, and Market Impact
Westlake Corporation (WLK) focuses on sustainability and innovation, launching EpoVIVE and offering fire-rated solutions. HIP segment drives growth amid pricing pressures.
Westlake Corporation (WLK): Navigating Market Trends with Sustainable Solutions and Product Innovation
Westlake Corporation (WLK) navigates market trends with sustainability and innovation. Q4 earnings, EpoVIVE™, fire-resistant products, and strategic outlook analyzed.
Westlake Corporation (WLK): Q4 Earnings, Innovation, and Market Outlook
Westlake Corporation navigates market dynamics with new building products, a focus on sustainability, and resilience against macroeconomic challenges. Key is Q4 earnings analysis.
Westlake Corporation (WLK): Q4 Earnings, HIP Expansion, and Sustainable Initiatives
Westlake Corporation (WLK) navigates mixed market signals with strategic growth initiatives. Q4 earnings missed estimates, but HIP segment expansion and EpoVIVE™ launch offer opportunities.
Westlake Corporation Q4 2024 Earnings: Sustainable Solutions
Westlake Corporation (WLK) faces earnings challenges but embraces sustainability with EpoVIVE™ and expands building product lines, prioritizing shareholder value.