Westlake Chemical Corporation (NYSE: WLK) today announced that it has contributed $250,000 to the Capital Area United Way’s Hurricane Ida Relief Fund in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The Hurricane Ida Relief Fund was established to aid storm victims in the 10 parishes surrounding greater Baton Rouge. “As a long-time member of the greater Baton Rouge community…
Westlake Significantly Expands its Presence in the Growing North American Home Construction Materials Markets by Acquiring Boral’s North American Building Products Businesses
- Westlake Chemical Corporation will acquire Boral Ltd.’s North American building products businesses for $2.15 billion
- Acquisition will nearly double Westlake’s building products business by adding leading brands in the premium roofing; siding, trim and shutters; decorative stone; and windows business in North America
- Additional product lines will broaden Westlake’s footprint into the fast-growing housing markets in North America
Westlake Chemical Corporation (NYSE: WLK) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Boral Industries Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Boral Limited (ASX: BLD), under which Westlake will acquire Boral’s North American building products businesses in roofing; siding, trim and shutters; decorative stone; and windows for $2.15 billion in an all-cash transaction.
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Westlake Completes Acquisition of Dimex
Company expands its building products business with a leading recycled plastic materials processor Acquisition supports Westlake’s growth trajectory and meeting its ESG commitments Westlake Chemical Corporation (NYSE: WLK) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Dimex LLC, from Grey Mountain Partners, a private equity firm. “The…
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Westlake Chemical Corporation Issues Statement on Hurricane Ida
Westlake Chemical Corporation (NYSE: WLK) today issued a statement regarding Hurricane Ida, which made landfall near its plants in Louisiana and Mississippi. Westlake’s primary concern is for the safety of our employees and the communities in which we operate. We are working to assist our employees and their families as needed. Following initial…
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NAPCO Pipe & Fittings Announces Completion of Acquisition of LASCO Fittings
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