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Westlake
🇺🇸 NYSE:WLK
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Dec 31, 2024

Westlake Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Westlake reported increased sales volume but lower pricing impacted earnings.

Key Takeaways

Westlake Corporation reported Q4 2024 revenue of $2.84 billion and net income of $7 million, with an EPS of $0.06. EBITDA for the quarter was $416 million, reflecting a 7% increase from the prior year. The Housing and Infrastructure Products segment saw a 4% revenue increase, while the Performance and Essential Materials segment experienced a slight decline due to lower selling prices.

Q4 2024 revenue increased 1% YoY to $2.84 billion.

Net income was $7 million, down from $108 million in Q3 2024.

Housing and Infrastructure Products segment grew 4% YoY.

Performance and Essential Materials segment saw lower pricing impact earnings.

Total Revenue
$2.84B
Previous year: $2.83B
+0.6%
EPS
$0.06
Previous year: $0.72
-91.7%
Company Volume Change
3%
0
HIP Volume Change
7%
0
HIP ASP Change
-3%
0
Gross Profit
$328M
Previous year: $169M
+94.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$2.92B
Previous year: $3.3B
-11.7%
Free Cash Flow
$149M
Previous year: $291M
-48.8%
Total Assets
$20.8B
Previous year: $21B
-1.4%

Westlake Revenue

Westlake EPS

Westlake Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

Westlake remains optimistic about the HIP segment due to strong housing demand, while PEM is expected to recover gradually.

Positive Outlook

  • Strong demand for residential housing supports HIP segment growth.
  • Cost-saving initiatives to improve profitability.
  • Export opportunities for PEM segment.
  • New product innovations expected to drive revenue.
  • Continued focus on operational efficiency and reliability.

Challenges Ahead

  • Macroeconomic conditions remain weak for global industrial markets.
  • Lower average selling prices impact profitability.
  • Seasonal demand fluctuations in the HIP segment.
  • Uncertainty surrounding raw material costs and energy prices.
  • Geopolitical risks and potential trade disruptions.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income