WLK Westlake Chemical PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Westlake Chemical stock as of Feb 21, 2025 is 150.29. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $0.73 and the stock price of $109.71 per share. The PE ratio marks an increase of 55% from its last 4 quarters average of 97.0.
WLK PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Westlake Chemical for the last ten years is 21.88. The current P/E ratio of 150.29 is similar to the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, WLK's PE ratio peaked in the Sep 2024 quarter at 205.88, when the price was $150.29 and the EPS was $0.73. The lowest point was in the Sep 2022 quarter, when it reached 4.21 with a price of $86.88 and an EPS of $20.65.
Westlake Chemical PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 539.18% in 2023
Maximum annual decrease: -80.47% in 2021
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 37.52 | 539.18% | $139.96 | $3.73 |
| 2022 | 5.87 | -5.32% | $102.54 | $17.46 |
| 2021 | 6.2 | -80.47% | $97.13 | $15.66 |
| 2020 | 31.75 | 47.54% | $81.6 | $2.57 |
| 2019 | 21.52 | 149.07% | $70.15 | $3.26 |
| 2018 | 8.64 | -18.49% | $66.17 | $7.66 |
| 2017 | 10.6 | -41.89% | $106.53 | $10.05 |
| 2016 | 18.24 | 63.88% | $55.99 | $3.07 |
| 2015 | 11.13 | -7.25% | $54.32 | $4.88 |
| 2014 | 12 | -10.18% | $61.09 | $5.09 |
| 2013 | 13.36 | -2.62% | $61.04 | $4.57 |
| 2012 | 13.72 | 32.95% | $39.65 | $2.89 |
| 2011 | 10.32 | -20.25% | $20.12 | $1.95 |
| 2010 | 12.94 | -58.47% | $21.74 | $1.68 |
| 2009 | 31.16 | N/A | $12.47 | $0.4 |
Westlake Chemical PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | 205.88 | 199.94% | $150.29 | $0.73 |
| Jun 2024 | 68.64 | -9.71% | $144.82 | $2.11 |
| Mar 2024 | 76.02 | 102.61% | $152.8 | $2.01 |
| Dec 2023 | 37.52 | 183.6% | $139.96 | $3.73 |
| Sep 2023 | 13.23 | 14.25% | $124.67 | $9.42 |
| Jun 2023 | 11.58 | 46.21% | $119.47 | $10.32 |
| Mar 2023 | 7.92 | 34.92% | $115.98 | $14.65 |
| Dec 2022 | 5.87 | 39.43% | $102.54 | $17.46 |
| Sep 2022 | 4.21 | -4.54% | $86.88 | $20.65 |
| Jun 2022 | 4.41 | -29.78% | $98.02 | $22.24 |
| Mar 2022 | 6.28 | 1.29% | $123.4 | $19.65 |
| Dec 2021 | 6.2 | -21.52% | $97.13 | $15.66 |
| Sep 2021 | 7.9 | -36.24% | $91.14 | $11.53 |
| Jun 2021 | 12.39 | -53.66% | $90.09 | $7.27 |
| Mar 2021 | 26.74 | -15.78% | $88.79 | $3.32 |
WLK average PE ratio chart
WLK's current PE ratio is higher than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
WLK PE vs peers
WLK's PE ratio stands higher than its peer stocks XOM and HON. Westlake Chemical's current PE ratio of 150.29 is similar to the average of its peers, which is 18.15.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| CE Celanese Corp | 5.28 | $5.77B |
| EMN Eastman Chemical Co | 12.74 | $11.37B |
| XOM Exxon Mobil Corp | 14.12 | $480.3B |
| PSX Phillips 66 | 16.38 | $53.18B |
| HON Honeywell International Inc | 24.19 | $137.74B |
| DOW Dow Inc | 25.17 | $27.81B |
| OLN OLIN Corp | 29.2 | $3.1B |
| WLK Westlake Chemical Corp | 150.29 | $14.12B |
| HUN Huntsman CORP | N/A | $3.04B |
| ALB Albemarle Corp | N/A | $9.55B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Westlake Chemical's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for WLK stock is 150.29 as of Feb 21, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Westlake Chemical (WLK)?
The 3-year average price to earnings ratio for WLK stock is 40.14.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Westlake Chemical (WLK)?
The 5-year average price to earnings ratio for WLK stock is 30.65.
What is the highest PE ratio for WLK?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 205.88 and it was in the Sep 2024 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for WLK compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of WLK is 587% higher than the 10-year historical average.
Why is Westlake Chemical's PE ratio so high?
A company with a higher PE ratio may indicate that the market has higher growth expectations for the company's future earnings or profitability.
How is WLK's PE ratio calculated (Westlake Chemical PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is obtained by dividing the latest price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Feb 21, 2025), Westlake Chemical's share price is $109.71. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $0.73. Therefore, Westlake Chemical's PE ratio for today is 150.29. PE RATIO(150.29) = STOCK PRICE($109.71) / TTM EPS($0.73)
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