Westlake Chemical Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

WLKP Stock  USD 24.20  0.22  0.90%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on Westlake Chemical is Buy, with only one strong buy opinion. The current projected Westlake Chemical target price consensus is 25.33 with 3 analyst opinions. Check out Macroaxis Advice on Westlake Chemical to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
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The most common way Westlake Chemical analysts use to provide recommendation to the public is financial statements analysis. Many experts also interview Westlake Chemical executives and customers to further validate their buy or sell advice. Please note, the number of analysts providing the opinion is not sufficient to provide adequate consensus on Westlake Chemical. We encourage you to use your own analysis of Westlake Chemical to validate this buy or sell advice. Westlake Chemical buy-or-sell recommendation module provides average expert sentiment on the projected Westlake Chemical target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on projected price volatility of 0.7313.
Lowest Forecast
23.05
Highest Forecast
28.12
Target Price
25.33
At this time, Westlake Chemical's Pretax Profit Margin is relatively stable compared to the past year. As of 02/26/2025, Net Profit Margin is likely to grow to 0.34, while Gross Profit is likely to drop slightly above 377.3 M. At this time, Westlake Chemical's Short Term Investments are relatively stable compared to the past year. As of 02/26/2025, Long Term Debt Total is likely to grow to about 372.8 M, while Short and Long Term Debt Total is likely to drop slightly above 427.4 M.
  
It's important to approach Westlake Chemical's target price projections with caution. While they can be useful as part of a broader investment strategy, they are inherently speculative and subject to various kinds of risk, including market volatility and unforeseen external factors. Always consider multiple aspects and do your own research when making investment decisions.

Westlake Chemical Target Price Consensus

Westlake target price is determined by taking all analyst projections and averaging them out. There is no one specific way to measure analysts' performance other than comparing it to past results via a very sophisticated attribution analysis. Westlake Chemical's target price projections below should be used in combination with other traditional price prediction techniques such as stock price forecasting, investor sentiment analysis, technical analysis, earnings estimate, and various momentum models.
   3  Buy
Most Westlake analysts issue ratings four times a year, at intervals of three months. Ratings are usually accompanied by a target price to help potential investors understand Westlake stock's fair price compared to its market value. Analysts arrive at stock ratings after researching the public financial statements of Westlake Chemical, talking to its executives and customers, or listening to those companies' conference calls.
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Westlake Chemical Target Price Projection

Westlake Chemical's current and average target prices are 24.20 and 25.33, respectively. The current price of Westlake Chemical is the price at which Westlake Chemical Partners is currently trading. On the other hand, Westlake Chemical's target price is what analysts think the stock is worth or could sell for in the future. The more significant the discrepancy between the two prices, the more it stimulates investors to act.

Current Price

Westlake Chemical Market Quote on 26th of February 2025

Low Price24.14Odds
High Price24.7Odds

24.2

Target Price

Analyst Consensus On Westlake Chemical Target Price

Low Estimate23.05Odds
High Estimate28.12Odds

25.3333

Historical Lowest Forecast  23.05 Target Price  25.33 Highest Forecast  28.12
Note that most analysts generally publish their price targets in research reports on specific companies, along with recommendations for the company's stock.Although price targets are often quoted in the financial news media, there could be a delay between the publication of the latest analyst outlook on Westlake Chemical Partners and the information provided on this page.

Westlake Chemical Analyst Ratings

Westlake Chemical's analyst stock recommendations are determined by taking an average estimate of all analysts we track and classifying them as Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Strong Sell, or Sell. Ratings generally communicate what analysts sense about Westlake Chemical stock, and they use a lot of effort and time to analyze it and arrive at a rating. That suggests that analyst recommendations are the outcome of an objective and thorough examination of Westlake Chemical's financials, market performance, and future outlook by experienced professionals. Westlake Chemical's historical ratings below, therefore, can serve as a valuable tool for investors.

Analyst Consensus Breakdown

Average Consensus Estimates

Analysts determine stock price targets through various methods, including financial modeling, peer comparison, and company analysis. The stock price target is the analyst's best estimate of the future price of a stock and is used by investors to make investment decisions. However, it is important to note that stock price targets are not guaranteed, and the actual price of a stock can differ significantly from the target due to various factors such as market conditions, economic events, and company developments.

Steps to utilize Westlake Chemical price targets

Westlake Chemical's stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using Westlake Chemical's target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at Westlake Chemical's target prices provided by various analysts and compare them. This can help you gain a more balanced view of the Stock's potential.
  • Look at the analyst's track record to determine if they have a history of accurately predicting stock prices.
  • Look at the Company's financials, including revenue, earnings, and debt, to determine if it is in good financial health.
  • Consider market conditions. For example, take into account the state of the economy, competition, and regulatory environment, to determine if Westlake Chemical's stock is likely to perform well.
  • Diversify your portfolio and do not rely solely on stock target prices to make investment decisions. Invest in a mix of stocks, bonds, and other assets to manage risk.
Remember that stock target prices are just estimates and are subject to change. Therefore, using them as one factor in a larger investment strategy is essential rather than relying solely on them to make decisions.

Additional Westlake Chemical Value Projection Modules

Most investment researchers agree that the mispricing and readjustment of any Stock value happens often and is sometimes even predictable, but there is no strong theory explaining why it happens. The current price of Westlake Chemical is a key component of Westlake Chemical valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a Westlake Chemical.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
23.4724.2024.93
Details
Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
21.7826.7327.46
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Naive
Forecast
LowNextHigh
23.9024.6325.35
Details
Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
0.480.480.48
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