WLK
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Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) is a Houston-based specialty chemicals and building products manufacturer that was founded in 1986 and went public in 2004. Originally known as Westlake Chemical Corporation, the company changed its name to Westlake Corporation in February 2022 to better reflect its diversified portfolio beyond traditional chemicals. The company operates as a subsidiary of TTWF LP and has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, including the notable $3.8 billion acquisition of Hexion's global epoxy business in 2022. Today, Westlake stands as a vertically integrated manufacturer serving diverse end markets from residential construction to industrial applications.