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Westlake

Westlake Corp is a manufacturer and supplier of chemicals, polymers, and building products. Its Performance and Essential Materials segment offers a wide range of essential building blocks for making products utilized in everyday living, including olefins, vinyl chemicals, polyethylene, and epoxies. Its Housing and Infrastructure Products segment produces key finished goods for building products, pipe and fittings, and global compounds businesses.

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Westlake Corp

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B of A Securities analyst Steve Byrne maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $116 to $103.

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B of A Securities Maintains Buy on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $103

Analysts' ratings for Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 16 analysts.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $129.81, a high estimate of $168.00, and a low estimate of $105.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 10.92%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744657244_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
A clear picture of Westlake's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Peter Osterland &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $132.00&#x7C;$155.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Sison &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $110.00&#x7C;$130.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Joshua Spector &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $127.00&#x7C;$144.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Charles Neivert &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $105.00&#x7C;$120.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Patrick Cunningham &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $116.00&#x7C;$130.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Peter Osterland &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $155.00&#x7C;$166.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Charles Neivert &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $120.00&#x7C;$135.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jeffrey Zekauskas &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $110.00&#x7C;$135.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Arun Viswanathan &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $133.00&#x7C;$147.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Neel Kumar &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $122.00&#x7C;$130.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;John McNulty &#x7C;BMO Capital &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Market Perform &#x7C; $132.00&#x7C;$157.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Peter Osterland &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $166.00&#x7C;$168.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Sison &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $130.00&#x7C;$160.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Steve Byrne &#x7C;B of A Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $116.00&#x7C;$134.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Leithead &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $135.00&#x7C;$175.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Peter Osterland &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $168.00&#x7C;- &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Westlake. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Westlake compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Westlake's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Westlake's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WLK/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Westlake analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Westlake: A Closer Look</h2>
Westlake Corp is a manufacturer and supplier of chemicals, polymers, and building products. Its Performance and Essential Materials segment offers a wide range of essential building blocks for making products utilized in everyday living, including olefins, vinyl chemicals, polyethylene, and epoxies. Its Housing and Infrastructure Products segment produces key finished goods for building products, pipe and fittings, and global compounds businesses.
<h3>Financial Insights: Westlake</h3>
Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.
Revenue Growth: Westlake's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 0.6%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Materials sector.
Net Margin: Westlake's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 0.25%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Westlake's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 0.07%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Westlake's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.03%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Westlake's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.5, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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What 16 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Westlake

Truist Securities analyst Peter Osterland maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $155 to $132.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $132

Wells Fargo analyst Michael Sison maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $130 to $110.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $110

UBS analyst Joshua Spector maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $144 to $127.

UBS Maintains Buy on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $127

Piper Sandler analyst Charles Neivert maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $120 to $105.

Piper Sandler Maintains Neutral on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $105

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Citigroup analyst Patrick Cunningham maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $130 to $116.

Citigroup Maintains Buy on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $116

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Westlake shares are trading lower after Truist Securities maintained a Buy rating and lowered its price target from $166 to $155.

Truist Securities analyst Peter Osterland maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $166 to $155.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $155

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Piper Sandler analyst Charles Neivert downgraded the rating for Westlake Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) from Overweight to Neutral and lowered the price target from $135 to $120. Westlake shares closed at $100.68 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WLK/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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In the last three months, 13 analysts have published ratings on Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Westlake, presenting an average target of $133.92, a high estimate of $168.00, and a low estimate of $110.00. This current average has decreased by 10.47% from the previous average price target of $149.58. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742990423_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Westlake by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Charles Neivert</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Zekauskas</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arun Viswanathan</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$133.00</td>
<td>$147.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neel Kumar</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$122.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John McNulty</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$157.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Osterland</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$166.00</td>
<td>$168.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Sison</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Byrne</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
<td>$134.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Leithead</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Osterland</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$168.00</td>
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</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neel Kumar</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joshua Spector</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
<td>$144.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles Neivert</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Westlake. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Westlake compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Westlake's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Westlake's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WLK/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Westlake analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Westlake</h2>
Westlake Corp is a manufacturer and supplier of chemicals, polymers, and building products. Its Performance and Essential Materials segment offers a wide range of essential building blocks for making products utilized in everyday living, including olefins, vinyl chemicals, polyethylene, and epoxies. Its Housing and Infrastructure Products segment produces key finished goods for building products, pipe and fittings, and global compounds businesses.
<h3>Breaking Down Westlake's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Westlake showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 0.6% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Materials sector.
Net Margin: Westlake's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.25%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Westlake's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 0.07%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.03%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.5, Westlake adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Westlake Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (13 Ratings)

Piper Sandler analyst Charles Neivert downgrades Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) from Overweight to Neutral and lowers the price target from $135 to $120.

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Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>DA Davidson analyst Brent Thielman upgraded Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRL#NASDAQ">STRL</a>) from Neutral to Buy and announced a $185 price target. Sterling Infrastructure shares closed at $122.16 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AFRM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Jefferies analyst Chris LaFemina upgraded the rating for Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCX#NYSE">FCX</a>) from Hold to Buy and raised the price target from $40 to $48. Freeport-McMoRan shares closed at $37.95 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AFRM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Jeffrey Zekauskas upgraded Westlake Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) from Underweight to Neutral but lowered the price target from $135 to $110. Westlake shares closed at $112.32 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AFRM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Timothy Switzer upgraded Triumph Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TFIN#NASDAQ">TFIN</a>) from Underperform to Market Perform and lowered the price target from $80 to $74. Triumph Financial shares closed at $68.97 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AFRM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Susquehanna analyst James Friedman upgraded EVERTEC, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVTC#NYSE">EVTC</a>) from Negative to Neutral and raised the price target from $28 to $30. Evertec shares closed at $32.34 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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This Westlake Analyst Is No Longer Bearish; Here Are Top 5 Upgrades For Thursday

JP Morgan analyst Jeffrey Zekauskas upgrades Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) from Underweight to Neutral and lowers the price target from $135 to $110.

JP Morgan Upgrades Westlake to Neutral, Lowers Price Target to $110

RBC Capital analyst Arun Viswanathan maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $147 to $133.

RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $133

Morgan Stanley analyst Neel Kumar maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $130 to $122.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Westlake, Lowers Price Target to $122

BMO Capital analyst John McNulty maintains Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) with a Market Perform and lowers the price target from $157 to $132.

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