Westlake Profit Margin

Westlake (WLK) currently reports a profit margin of -10.94% as of June 2026. That compares with -0.37% in the prior-year period — down 2822.4% year over year. That is below the Materials sector average of 15.62%. Use the charts on this page to explore Westlake's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Westlake's profit margin decreased from -0.37% to -10.94% — a 2822.4% year-over-year decrease (period ending June 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Westlake's profit margin of -10.94% is lower than the Materials sector average of 15.62%. That is roughly 170.0% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Westlake's current -10.94% should be judged against Materials norms (sector average: 15.62%) and against WLK's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of -10.94%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Materials average is 15.62%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Westlake, and consider following WLK for alerts when major investors trade the stock.