Westlake (LTS:0LVK) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 28, 2026)

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LTS:0LVK Westlake Corp LTS:0LVK
67 GF Score
Price $72.69
GF Value $106.04
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Westlake Moat Score?

Westlake LTS:0LVK -1.66% 67 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates LTS:0LVK with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of $106.04 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,616 Chemicals companies, Westlake ranks better than 98.7% on this metric.

Westlake has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Westlake has Narrow Moat: Westlake Corp benefits from economies of scale and a strong distribution network in the chemicals industry. It has a strong narrow moat due to its cost advantages and moderate pricing power, but lacks the dominance required for a wide moat.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes Westlake might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Westlake  (LTS:0LVK) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

Westlake Moat Score Related Terms

LTS:0LVK vs SOLS, ESI, EMN: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Westlake's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Westlake Moat Score vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Westlake's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Westlake's Moat Score falls into.


LTS:0LVK
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Westlake (LTS:0LVK) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 28, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, Westlake ranks #21 out of 1616 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 1.3%.
Is Westlake's Moat Score too high?
Westlake's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Westlake ranks #21 out of 1616 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Westlake has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Westlake's Moat Score compare to SOLS and ESI?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Westlake ranks #21 out of 1616 companies for Moat Score. This places Westlake in the top 1% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Chemicals company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Chemicals industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. Westlake's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Westlake stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Westlake (LTS:0LVK) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $106.04, compared to a current price of $72.69 — trading 31.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Westlake's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Westlake (LTS:0LVK), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 28, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Westlake (LTS:0LVK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Westlake stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $72.69 is trading 31.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $106.04. GuruFocus considers Westlake to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0LVK:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: $106.04 vs. price of $72.69 (31.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0LVK stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Westlake Business Description

Address 2801 Post Oak Boulevard, Suite 600, Houston, TX, USA, 77056
Westlake is a forward-integrated commodity chemicals firm based in Houston. It began as a single low-density polyethylene plant and expanded its capabilities to include ethylene, vinyl chloride monomers, and polyvinyl chloride over the next two decades. The acquisition of Axiall in 2016 made it a North American leader in chlor-alkali and PVC. Today, Westlake has two defined segments: performance and essential materials, and housing and infrastructure products. The HIP segment began operating in 2022 following a series of acquisitions in the building products space. The firm aims to maximize the value of its chemical production by integrating with the HIP segment, realizing the higher margins of finished commercial goods.
67GF Score

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