Chao Albert, an insider at Westlake Corp (WLK), sold 628,243 shares of the company on December 21, 2025, at a price of $73.80 per share. The total value of this transaction reached $46.36 million.
Following this sale, Albert retains 628,243 shares of Westlake Corp. Insider selling can stem from various motivations, including diversification or personal financial needs. While notable selling may attract investor attention, routine transactions do not inherently signal negative sentiment toward the company.
Insider transactions are reported to the SEC, providing transparency regarding executive stock activities. However, these transactions should be viewed in context, as they represent just one data point among many when evaluating a company’s performance. Investors are encouraged to consider broader patterns of insider activity over time, rather than focusing solely on isolated transactions.
Westlake Corp operates in the chemicals industry and is headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company, which went public on August 11, 2004, has a market capitalization of $9.5 billion. It employs approximately 15,540 individuals and offers essential products across various sectors, including housing, healthcare, and automotive. Upcoming earnings are scheduled for April 30, 2026, with an estimated EPS of -0.34 and revenue of $2.8 billion.