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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: WOR (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 97 days. Profits (26.04%). Updated daily EoD!
1 Year Target Price $69
1 Year Target Price $69
2 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
1 | Hold |
1 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 87.02% | Avg. Invested days 61 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.23B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 69 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 69 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta 1.12 | 52 Weeks Range 37.61 - 70.91 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 37.61 - 70.91 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.05% | Basic EPS (TTM) - |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 8.33% | Operating Margin (TTM) 6.85% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.9% | Return on Equity (TTM) 10.38% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 18.15 | Enterprise Value 3305090355 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.8 |
Enterprise Value 3305090355 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.8 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.86 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 18.45 | Shares Outstanding 49793500 | Shares Floating 31452404 |
Shares Outstanding 49793500 | Shares Floating 31452404 | ||
Percent Insiders 37.63 | Percent Institutions 51.94 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Worthington Industries Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Worthington Industries Inc. was founded in 1955 by John H. McConnell. Initially a steel processing company, it has grown through strategic acquisitions and diversification into a leading industrial manufacturing company, focusing on steel processing and energy solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Steel Processing: Processes flat-rolled steel, including hot-rolled, cold-rolled, and coated steel, for automotive, construction, agriculture, and appliance industries.
- Sustainable Building Products: Provides engineered wood products and metal framing solutions for the residential and commercial construction markets.
- Consumer Products: Offers consumer products like propane cylinders, camping equipment, and hand torches.
- Building Products: Provides products for the construction market, including ceiling systems and metal framing.
Leadership and Structure
Worthington Industries is led by President and CEO, Andy Rose. The organizational structure consists of various business segments managed by respective leadership teams, reporting to the executive team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Processed Steel: Hot-rolled, cold-rolled, and coated steel used in diverse industries. Worthington is a major steel processor, but precise market share is fragmented across various steel product types. Competitors include Nucor, Steel Dynamics, and U.S. Steel.
- Propane Cylinders: Used for residential, commercial, and recreational purposes. The market is somewhat fragmented, with Worthington holding a significant portion. Competitors include Manchester Tank and Trinity Industries.
- Engineered Wood Products: Products designed for building applications, Market share varies by region, however the total addressable market continues to rise with increasing housing starts. Competitors include Boise Cascade and Weyerhaeuser.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The steel processing industry is cyclical and influenced by economic conditions, global trade policies, and raw material prices. The consumer products segment is affected by consumer spending and outdoor recreational trends. The construction industry influences the demand for steel framing and building products.
Positioning
Worthington Industries holds a strong position in steel processing and consumer products. Its competitive advantage lies in its diversified product portfolio, long-standing customer relationships, and efficient operations.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM across all segments is substantial, estimated in the hundreds of billions annually. Worthington is positioned to capture a portion of this through its diversified offerings and market presence, especially in North America.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified product portfolio
- Strong customer relationships
- Efficient operations
- Experienced management team
- Established brand reputation
Weaknesses
- Cyclical exposure to steel market
- Dependence on raw material prices
- Exposure to trade policies and tariffs
- Potential for environmental liabilities
- Sensitivity to economic downturns
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of innovative products
- Acquisitions to broaden product offerings
- Growth in sustainable building products market
- Increased demand from infrastructure projects
Threats
- Fluctuations in steel prices
- Increased competition
- Changes in trade regulations
- Economic recession
- Environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- NUE
- STLD
- X
- MT
Competitive Landscape
Worthington Industries faces competition from large steel producers and specialized manufacturers. Its diversified product portfolio and customer relationships are key advantages.
Major Acquisitions
Hexagon Composites Ragasco
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 268
- Strategic Rationale: Expansion of Sustainable Energy Solutions Business and to accelerate the company's participation in lightweight fuel technologies and adjacent markets.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Worthington Industries has experienced growth through organic expansion and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are reliant on the company's investor relations reports
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in new technologies, expansion into new markets, and strategic acquisitions.
Summary
Worthington Industries is a well-established, diversified industrial company with a strong presence in steel processing and consumer products. Its diversified product portfolio mitigates risks associated with cyclical industries, and it is well positioned for growth through strategic acquisitions and organic expansion. The company needs to carefully manage raw material costs and adapt to changes in trade policies. Overall, Worthington Industries is a fundamentally sound company with a solid growth trajectory.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Market research reports
- Analyst estimates
- Company website
Disclaimers:
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About Worthington Industries Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Columbus, OH, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Joseph B. Hayek | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Metal Fabrication | Full time employees 3400 | |
Full time employees 3400 |
Worthington Enterprises, Inc. operates as an industrial manufacturing company. It operates through two segments, Consumer Products and Building Products. The Consumer Products segment provides products in the tools, outdoor living, and celebrations end markets. The segment's products include hand-held torches, micro torches, lighters, accessories, and fuel for constructing, fixing making, and creating; precision and specialty hand, digital, and safety tools; drywall tools and accessories used for finishing and taping, cutting, siding, and roofing; propane-filled cylinders for torches, camping stoves and other applications, helium-filled balloon kits, and gas grills and pizza ovens. This segment sells its products primarily to mass merchandisers, retailers, and distributors under the Balloon Time, Bernzomatic, Coleman, Garden-Weasel, General, Halo, Hawkeye, Level5, Mag-Torch, Pactool International, and Worthington Pro Grade brands. The Building Products segment provides pressurized containment solutions, such as refrigerant gas cylinders used in holding refrigerant gases for commercial, residential, and automotive air conditioning, and refrigeration systems; liquefied petroleum gas cylinders that holds fuel for residential and light commercial heating systems, barbeque grills and recreational vehicle equipment, industrial forklifts, and commercial/residential cooking; well water and expansion tanks used primarily in the residential and commercial markets; specialty products, including various fire suppression tanks, chemical tanks, and foam and adhesive tanks; and ceiling suspension systems. The company was formerly known as Worthington Industries, Inc. Worthington Enterprises, Inc. was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.

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