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Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK) is a globally recognized manufacturer and supplier of petrochemicals, plastics, and fabricated products. These products play a crucial role in enhancing the daily lives of people worldwide. From the tires we ride on to the plastic wrap that keeps our food fresh, and from the pipes ensuring clean water to the frames securing our windows, Westlake Corporation's offerings are integral to a multitude of everyday applications.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Westlake employs approximately 4,100 people and operates from 16 locations across North America, 7 in Europe, and 1 in China. This extensive network enables the company to efficiently serve a global clientele.
Westlake Corporation's business is divided into two main segments:
- Performance and Essential Materials: This segment provides a wide range of fundamental building blocks for numerous products used in daily life, including olefins, vinyl chemicals, polyethylene, and epoxies. These materials are essential for various industries, from automotive to packaging and construction.
- Housing and Infrastructure Products: This segment focuses on producing finished goods critical to the building products, pipe and fittings, and global compounds businesses. The products in this segment support infrastructure development and housing projects, highlighting Westlake's significant role in these sectors.
Westlake Corporation prides itself on innovation and sustainability. The company has been involved in numerous projects aimed at reducing environmental impact, enhancing product performance, and ensuring safety standards. Recent achievements include advancements in polymer technology and strategic partnerships that expand their market reach and enhance product offerings.
Financially, Westlake Corporation has demonstrated robust performance, reflecting its strategic investments and market positioning. The company's financial health is supported by a strong balance sheet, consistent revenue growth, and effective cost management strategies.
For more detailed information and the latest updates, visit Westlake Corporation's official website.
Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK) will release its Q4 and full-year 2022 earnings before the market opens on February 21, 2023. A conference call will be held at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results. Participants must pre-register to access the call. The conference will also be available via webcast. Westlake is a global manufacturer supplying materials for various sectors, including housing, healthcare, and automotive. For more details, visit their website.
Westlake Royal Building Products, a prominent manufacturer of building products in North America, has introduced six new, trendy colors to its Royal Haven® Insulated Siding and Exterior Portfolio’s CraneBoard® Solid Core Siding lines. The addition includes three dark shades for each line, enhancing design options for homeowners and professionals. These new colors are inspired by current exterior home design trends and feature Chromatix™ technology for color protection against fading. The new siding colors will be available starting February 2023, further expanding the diverse color palette offered by Westlake Royal.
Westlake Royal Building Products has launched a new Board & Batten siding profile for its Cedar Renditions aluminum siding line, enhancing design options for builders and architects in the U.S. and Canada. The Board & Batten profile features a woodgrain appearance that complements existing siding products. Additionally, two new dark blue shades, Marine Blue and Midnight Surf, have been introduced exclusively for the Canadian market. Cedar Renditions offers benefits such as fade resistance, moisture-proof quality, and ease of installation, backed by a 25-year Limited Warranty.
Westlake Royal Building Products has introduced a new Celect 11” Board & Batten profile to its existing Celect Cellular Composite Siding line. This addition is designed to enhance the visual appeal of larger homes, featuring a vertical pattern that accents various architectural elements. The product is easy to install, comes in multiple colors, and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. The Celect siding mimics the aesthetics of wood while offering low maintenance and durability, with added benefits such as high wind resistance and UV protection.
Westlake Royal Building Products showcased its DaVinci Roofscapes line at the 2023 International Builders’ Show, focusing on the newly launched Province Slate roofing product. This premium composite slate roofing offers durability and beauty, presenting an alternative to real slate and cedar options. The products emphasize easy installation and maintenance-free benefits, with a range of colors and styles available. A notable launch was the Immersive Experience, allowing users to explore various home designs and roofing options interactively. The DaVinci Color Visualizer tool was re-launched, enhancing customer engagement by allowing users to visualize roofing options on their homes.
Westlake Royal Building Products has launched the Immersive Experience, a 3D interactive platform showcasing their exterior products. Users can explore designs for Custom, Mid-Range, and Multi-Home Builder homes, with multiple color schemes and material options. The program aims to inspire contractors, builders, and homeowners by allowing them to interactively discover product details and aesthetics. This initiative serves as a comprehensive resource to highlight the extensive product offerings from Westlake brands, making it easier for professionals to visualize how to enhance home exteriors.
Westlake Royal Building Products (NYSE: WLK) is set to unveil its 2023 Boundless™ campaign at the NAHB International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas from January 31 to February 2, 2023. The campaign emphasizes the company’s legacy and innovative building products, showcasing brands like TruExterior®, Royal® Vinyl, and Zuri® Premium Decking.
The booth will feature an immersive 3D experience allowing visitors to explore product options. New product launches include Cedar Renditions™ Board & Batten and expanded color palettes. Westlake Royal, also a sponsor at the event, aims to enhance customer engagement and expand its market reach.
The Board of Directors of Westlake Chemical Partners GP LLC has declared a quarterly distribution of $0.4714 per unit, payable on February 16, 2023, to unit holders on record as of February 2, 2023. This marks the 34th quarterly distribution since the Partnership's IPO. Non-U.S. investors should note that the distributions are subject to federal income tax withholding at the highest rate, as they are considered as effectively connected income with a U.S. trade or business.
Westlake Chemical Partners operates ethylene production facilities and owns a 22.8% interest in Westlake Chemical OpCo LP, which has assets in Kentucky and Louisiana.
The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) announced a quarterly dividend of
Westlake Chemical Partners LP (NYSE: WLKP) declared a quarterly distribution of $0.4714 per unit, marking its 33rd consecutive distribution. In Q3 2022, the Partnership reported a net income of $14.8 million, up from $12.8 million in Q3 2021. However, Q3 income decreased from $16.4 million in Q2 2022 due to lower production and third-party revenues. Cash flow from operations rose to $115.5 million, while MLP distributable cash flow increased to $16.7 million. The sales agreement with Westlake ensures stable cash flows, with 95% of production sold at fixed margins.
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