Westlake Corporation (WLK) Stock

Westlake Corporation manufactures and supplies petrochemicals, polymers, and building products on a global scale. The company operates through two primary segments: Performance and Essential Materials, and Housing and Infrastructure Products. The Performance and Essential Materials segment produces 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, trim and moldings, roofing applications, decorative stone, windows, PVC decking, PVC films, polymer composite roof tiles, PVC pipe and fittings, and PVC compounds. Additionally, it produces various consumer and commercial products such as landscape edging, industrial matting, marine dock edging, and masonry joint controls.

Westlake's diverse product offerings serve a wide range of customers, including chemical processors, plastics fabricators, small construction contractors, municipalities, and supply warehouses. These products are used in various consumer and industrial markets, such as residential construction, flexible and rigid packaging, automotive products, healthcare products, water treatment, coatings, and other durable and non-durable goods. The company's extensive portfolio enables it to meet the demands of multiple industries with high-quality materials and innovative solutions.

Formerly known as Westlake Chemical Corporation, the company changed its name to Westlake Corporation in February 2022. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, Westlake Corporation is a subsidiary of TTWF LP. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, Westlake continues to play a crucial role in the petrochemical and building materials industries, providing essential products and services worldwide.