Westlake Corp. Stock Plummets to New 52-Week Low of $65.77

Westlake Corp., a small-cap player in the specialty chemicals industry, has reached a new 52-week low of USD 65.77 on October 30, 2025. This significant decline reflects a challenging year for the company, with a staggering 54.56% drop in its stock price over the past year, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's positive performance of 18.13% during the same period.
The company's financial metrics reveal a concerning trend, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 21.00 and a dividend yield of 225.15%. However, Westlake Corp. has faced difficulties, including a pre-tax profit of USD -10 million, marking a decline of 105.23%, and a net profit of USD -26 million, down 123.36%. The operating cash flow has also hit a low of USD 966 million.

With a market capitalization of USD 11,938 million, Westlake Corp. has struggled to maintain growth, evidenced by an annual operating profit decline of 9.65% over the last five years. The stock's performance has raised concerns about its market position, as it continues to underperform relative to broader market trends.