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Dec 31, 2019

Westlake Q4 2019 Earnings Report

Westlake reported a decrease in net income and income from operations due to lower global sales prices, partially offset by lower feedstock and fuel costs.

Key Takeaways

Westlake Chemical Corporation reported a net income of $72 million, or $0.56 per diluted share, on net sales of $1,883 million for Q4 2019. The company experienced a decrease in net income compared to Q4 2018 due to lower global sales prices for major products. However, the company remained disciplined in operations and investments.

Net income attributable to Westlake was $72 million, or $0.56 per diluted share.

Net sales were $1,883 million.

Income from operations was $102 million.

Net cash provided by operating activities was $333 million.

Total Revenue
$1.88B
Previous year: $2B
-5.6%
EPS
$0.37
Previous year: $1.02
-63.7%
Gross Profit
$250M
Previous year: $354M
-29.4%
Cash and Equivalents
$728M
Previous year: $753M
-3.3%
Free Cash Flow
$150M
Previous year: $59M
+154.2%
Total Assets
$13.3B
Previous year: $11.6B
+14.3%

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Forward Guidance

The statements in this release and the related teleconference relating to matters that are not historical facts, including driving long-term value for our stockholders, are forward-looking statements and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties.

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