News Sentiment

WLK sentiment intelligence

Westlake Chemical Corporation news scored across direct company coverage, industry context, sector read-through, source quality, and freshness.

Weighted score 53 Balanced news tone 58 relevant articles
Exchange NYSE United States
Sector Basic Materials Market context
Industry Specialty Chemicals Read-through group
Latest close 75.49 Week of 10 Jul 2026
Weighted tone 53/100

Balanced news tone

Market reaction Balanced read

News tone and price action are not far from neutral.

Primary event Market update

73/100 classification confidence.

Company focus 58

directly relevant articles

Source quality 4

high-authority source matches

Trend context Trend inactive

+1.0% over one week, -14.7% over four weeks, trend inactive, and below fair value.

Latest direct headline Positive

Westlake Chemical Partners LP (WLKP): Deeply Undervalued Commodity Chemicals Company

Market Reaction

Balanced read

59/100 confidence

News tone and price action are not far from neutral.

Primary event Market update 73/100 classification
One-week reaction 1.0% Price digesting
Trend fit Trend inactive -14.7% over four weeks
Fair value -30.7% Below fair value
Value support

Sentiment Mix

Positive, neutral, negative

Weighted by relevance
Positive 17
Neutral 33
Negative 8

Relevance

Why the article matched

Direct first
Direct company coverage 58
Industry context 0
Sector context 0

Sources

Coverage mix

Publishers
Market source 11
TradingView 8
Stock Titan 5
MT Newswires 3
Stock Traders Daily 2
MarketBeat 2
Insider Monkey 2
Zacks 2

Event Lens

What the news is about

Classified themes
Market update 21
Analyst action 15
Earnings 14
Deals and strategy 3
Macro sensitivity 3
Guidance 1
Balance sheet 1

Sentiment Trail

Score over time

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News Tape

Relevant headlines

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The Acquirer's Multiple Direct company coverage

Westlake Chemical Partners LP (WLKP): Deeply Undervalued Commodity Chemicals Company

The article highlights Westlake Chemical Partners LP (WLKP) as a deeply undervalued master limited partnership in the commodity chemicals sector. It emphasizes WLKP's strong profitability, substantial cash generation, and attractive valuation metrics despite operating in a capita

Tone
Positive 65/100
Event
Deals and strategy
Published
16 Jul 2026 00:23
Source
The Acquirer's Multiple
TradingView Direct company coverage

WLK4390643 Bond Profile — Key Metrics

This article provides a detailed profile of the WLK4390643 corporate bond issued by Westlake Corporation. Key metrics such as coupon rate, maturity date, and original issue details are listed. The bond, with a 3.6% coupon and maturing on August 15, 2026, has an outstanding amount

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
15 Jul 2026 00:48
Source
TradingView
Sahm Direct company coverage

How Investors Are Reacting To Westlake (WLK) Leaving Key Russell 1000 Defensive Indices

Westlake Corporation (WLK) was removed from the Russell 1000 Defensive and Value-Defensive Indices in late June 2026, which may influence how index-linked investors perceive its risk profile. While this doesn't change the company's fundamentals, the move comes as Westlake faces i

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
10 Jul 2026 23:40
Source
Sahm
Stock Traders Daily Direct company coverage

Trading Systems Reacting to (WLK) Volatility

The article provides an AI-driven analysis of Westlake Corporation (WLK) stock, highlighting its current volatility and sentiment. It outlines three trading strategies—Position Trading, Momentum Breakout, and Risk Hedging—along with multi-timeframe signal analysis to guide invest

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
10 Jul 2026 21:10
Source
Stock Traders Daily
MarketBeat Direct company coverage

Westlake Chemical Partners (NYSE:WLKP) Shares Cross Below 50 Day Moving Average - Here's What Happened

Westlake Chemical Partners (NYSE:WLKP) shares have fallen below their 50-day moving average, trading as low as $21.70. This comes after the company reported Q1 earnings and revenue that missed analyst estimates. Despite the price drop and an elevated payout ratio of 115.24%, WLKP

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Earnings
Published
10 Jul 2026 08:40
Source
MarketBeat
TradingView Direct company coverage

ETFs Investing in Westlake Corporation Stocks

This article lists various Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) that hold Westlake Corporation (A0B7ET) stocks, sorted by market value. It provides details for each ETF including market value, weight of Westlake stock, issuer, management style, focus, expense ratio, assets under manageme

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
09 Jul 2026 23:09
Source
TradingView
Interplas Insights Direct company coverage

Westlake Corp expands its European footprint with 380,000-metric-ton PVC production facility

Westlake Corp has acquired a 380,000-metric-ton PVC production facility in Wilhelmshaven, Germany, significantly expanding its European presence and global chlorovinyls manufacturing capabilities. This strategic move aims to meet the increasing demand for PVC in Europe and positi

Tone
Positive 70/100
Event
Macro sensitivity
Published
09 Jul 2026 09:30
Source
Interplas Insights
AD HOC NEWS Direct company coverage

Westlake Corp focuses on chemicals growth as investors watch US manufacturing demand

Westlake Corp is a US-based chemicals and building materials producer whose stock performance is closely tied to trends in manufacturing, construction, and industrial demand. The company boasts a significant presence in both basic chemicals (polymers, chlor-alkali products) and b

Tone
Positive 69/100
Event
Macro sensitivity
Published
08 Jul 2026 19:41
Source
AD HOC NEWS
Finviz Direct company coverage

WLK - Westlake Corp Forecast, Target Price

This article provides a detailed financial overview and forecast for Westlake Corp (WLK). It includes key financial metrics, stock performance data, analyst recommendations, and insider/institutional ownership percentages. The company's last close was $74.77, with a target price

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
04 Jul 2026 21:40
Source
Finviz
The Globe and Mail Direct company coverage

Analysts Conflicted on These Materials Names: Westlake Corporation (WLK) and FRESNILLO (OtherFNLPF)

RBC Capital analysts have offered conflicting views on two materials companies. Arun Viswanathan maintained a Buy rating on Westlake Corporation (WLK) with an $89.00 price target, while Marina Calero maintained a Hold rating on FRESNILLO (FNLPF) with a p3200.00 price target. The

Tone
Negative 42/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
04 Jul 2026 10:40
Source
The Globe and Mail
TradingView Direct company coverage

Westlake Corporation Stock 12‑Month Price Target Cut to $106.06, Implies 46% Upside

Analyst estimates for Westlake Corporation (WLK) show a slight reduction in the average 12-month price target from $106.94 to $106.06, with a range of $85 to $133 per share. Despite the cut, the new target still implies a 46% potential upside from the Jul. 1 closing price. The co

Tone
Positive 63/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
02 Jul 2026 16:40
Source
TradingView
GuruFocus Direct company coverage

WLK Maintained by Mizuho -- Price Target Lowered to $88.00

Mizuho has maintained a Neutral rating for Westlake Corp (WLK) but lowered its price target from $110.00 to $88.00, reflecting a cautious outlook due to changing market dynamics. Despite this, GuruFocus indicates WLK is currently undervalued by 30.5% at $73.00, with a GF Value™ o

Tone
Negative 41/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
01 Jul 2026 13:09
Source
GuruFocus
TradingView Direct company coverage

Westlake Corporation Stock 12‑Month Price Target Cut to $110.88, Implies 48% Upside

Analysts have adjusted Westlake Corporation (WLK) stock's average 12-month price target down slightly to $110.88 from $112.06, with individual forecasts ranging from $85 to $133 per share. This new target suggests a potential upside of approximately 48% based on the recent closin

Tone
Positive 74/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
30 Jun 2026 14:39
Source
TradingView
Stock Traders Daily Direct company coverage

How Westlake Corporation (WLK) Affects Rotational Strategy Timing

This article analyzes Westlake Corporation (WLK) through AI-generated signals for rotational strategy timing. It highlights weak near and mid-term sentiment but a strong long-term outlook, identifying elevated downside risk due to a lack of additional long-term support signals. T

Tone
Negative 38/100
Event
Guidance
Published
29 Jun 2026 20:20
Source
Stock Traders Daily
www.marketscreener.com Direct company coverage

Westlake Corporation(NYSE: WLK) dropped from Russell 1000 Defensive Index

Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK) has been removed from the Russell 1000 Defensive Index. The article also provides recent news affecting Westlake, including an acquisition, analyst rating changes, and dividend declarations. The company operates in Housing and Infrastructure Produ

Tone
Negative 36/100
Event
Deals and strategy
Published
29 Jun 2026 18:11
Source
www.marketscreener.com
marketscreener.com Direct company coverage

Westlake Corporation(NYSE: WLK) dropped from Russell 1000 Value-Defensive Index

Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK) has been removed from the Russell 1000 Value-Defensive Index. This update was reported on June 29, 2026, by S&P Capital IQ. The article also provides recent news and analyst actions concerning Westlake Corporation.

Tone
Negative 38/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
29 Jun 2026 17:42
Source
marketscreener.com
TradingView Direct company coverage

Price to sales forward of Westlake Corporation – NYSE:WLK

This page provides the "Price to sales forward" financial metric for Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK). It indicates that the market was closed with no trades at the time this data was presented. The information is sourced from TradingView, with financial data provided by ICE Data

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
28 Jun 2026 11:40
Source
TradingView
MarketBeat Direct company coverage

Corient Private Wealth LLC Grows Holdings in Westlake Corporation $WLK

Corient Private Wealth LLC increased its stake in Westlake Corporation by 53.6% in the fourth quarter, bringing its total holdings to 50,715 shares valued at $3.75 million. Other major institutional investors also raised their positions in WLK, though the company reported weaker-

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Earnings
Published
28 Jun 2026 07:40
Source
MarketBeat
TradingView Direct company coverage

Enterprise value to revenue forward of Westlake Corporation – NYSE:WLK

This article displays the forward enterprise value to revenue for Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK). It presents a financial data point for the company within the context of the New York Stock Exchange. The content appears to be a snippet from a financial data platform.

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Earnings
Published
28 Jun 2026 07:40
Source
TradingView
Simply Wall Street Direct company coverage

Restructuring Closures And JPMorgan Upgrade Could Be A Game Changer For Westlake (WLK)

Westlake Corporation is undergoing significant restructuring, including closing four facilities and cutting 295 jobs, to combat weak industrial demand and high operating costs. This move is expected to generate US$175 million in annual cost savings starting in 2026, and despite a

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
27 Jun 2026 07:09
Source
Simply Wall Street
Ad-hoc-news.de Direct company coverage

Westlake Corp updates annual meeting results, shares remain in focus on NYSE

Westlake Corp has filed detailed voting results from its 2026 annual shareholders meeting with the SEC, covering director elections and say-on-pay items. The company, a major chemical producer, saw its NYSE-listed shares track sector moves in basic materials. Analysts are focusin

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Earnings
Published
26 Jun 2026 17:17
Source
Ad-hoc-news.de
TradingView Direct company coverage

Westlake Corporation Actuals & Estimates (BMV:WLK)

This article provides financial actuals and estimates for Westlake Corporation (WLK) on the Mexican Stock Exchange. It covers income statement, balance sheet, cash flow, and valuation metrics, along with analyst predictions, historical stock performance, market capitalization, an

Tone
Positive 72/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
26 Jun 2026 12:39
Source
TradingView
Insider Monkey Direct company coverage

Here is why Westlake Corporation (WLK) is among the 10 Most Promising Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Stocks According to Analysts

Westlake Corporation (WLK) is recognized by analysts as one of the 10 most promising hydrogen and fuel cell stocks, with an upside potential of 41.46%. UBS maintained a Buy rating despite lowering its price target due to anticipated moderation in petrochemical pricing, while JPMo

Tone
Positive 61/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
26 Jun 2026 02:11
Source
Insider Monkey
TradingView Direct company coverage

Westlake Corporation Stock 12‑Month Price Target Cut to $112.06, Implies 47% Upside

Westlake Corporation's average 12-month price target has been adjusted to $112.06 by 16 analysts, down from $113.56. This new target suggests a potential upside of approximately 47% based on the June 23 closing price. The consensus rating for WLK stock remains a "Buy," with 10 an

Tone
Positive 61/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
25 Jun 2026 22:09
Source
TradingView
Insider Monkey Direct company coverage

5 Most Promising Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Stocks According to Analysts

This article analyzes Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK) as one of the most promising hydrogen and fuel cell stocks. It highlights recent analyst rating adjustments and price targets from UBS and JPMorgan, reflecting confidence in Westlake's long-term fundamentals despite anticipat

Tone
Positive 63/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
25 Jun 2026 17:10
Source
Insider Monkey
Market source Direct company coverage

Antipodes Global Fund Exited Westlake Corporation (WLK) Due to Weak Demand and Restructuring Concerns

This article explains that Antipodes Global Fund sold off its shares in Westlake Corporation (WLK). The decision was driven by concerns over weak demand for the company's products and potential restructuring efforts that could negatively impact its performance. This indicates a l

Tone
Negative 19/100
Event
Macro sensitivity
Published
25 Jun 2026 16:13
Source
Market source