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Worthington Industries Inc(WOR)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for WOR
10/01/2026: WOR (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Worthington Industries Inc. is a well-established industrial manufacturer specializing in pressure cylinders and building products. The company has a leading position in niche hardware markets and is known for its lean, efficient operational culture and consistent dividend payouts. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the transition to sustainable energy storage solutions, such as hydrogen fuel. However, investors must consider risks like raw material price volatility, exposure to cyclical construction markets, and intense international competition. The stock generally suits value and dividend-oriented investors seeking a stable, well-managed company, with potential future performance largely dependent on successful execution in its core business segments.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers moderate growth potential through specialized niches rather than explosive top-line acceleration. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock is generally characterized by value-oriented metrics and stability rather than rapid price momentum. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The business typically trades at reasonable valuation multiples relative to its manufacturing asset base. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | Worthington has a consistent record of dividend payments, making it suitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | The company's focus on operational discipline and balance sheet strength provides relative stability for conservative investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | Industrial stocks are often subject to broader market and commodity price swings. |
| Valuation risk | Low | The stock typically trades in line with fundamental industrial earnings, limiting extreme valuation bubbles. |
| Competition risk (International manufacturing) | Medium / high | Pressure to compete with lower-cost labor markets and global pricing puts pressure on margins. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company maintains a strong reputation for manufacturing excellence and stable governance. |
| Dividend income | Strong | A long-standing commitment to returning cash to shareholders provides predictable income. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully integrating business units and navigating the post-spin landscape is critical for growth. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -11.57% | Avg. Invested days 42 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/01/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.89B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 17.98 | 1Y Target Price 70.4 |
Price to earnings Ratio 17.98 | 1Y Target Price 70.4 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 436.3K shares | Beta 1.21 | 52 Weeks Range 44.70 - 67.54 | Updated Date 10/01/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 44.70 - 67.54 | Updated Date 10/01/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.29% | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.29 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure Cylinders | Manufacturing cylinders for propane, refrigerant, and industrial gases used by professionals and consumers. | This is a stable, cash-generating business that serves essential needs in construction and home maintenance. |
| Building Products | Solutions for ceilings, grids, and architectural partitions for commercial and residential buildings. | This segment benefits directly from trends in new construction and commercial office renovations. |
| Geography | Primarily North American operations with an increasing focus on global export of specialized products. | Investors should monitor US housing starts as a key indicator of demand for the Building Products segment. |
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 2026-09-22 | When After Market | Estimate 0.74 | Actual 0.82 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 11.5% | Operating Margin (TTM) 4% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.09% | Return on Equity (TTM) 16.22% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 17.98 | Forward PE 15.75 | Enterprise Value 3.21B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.04 |
Enterprise Value 3.21B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.04 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.23 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.37 | Shares Outstanding 48.93M | Shares Floating 29.98M |
Shares Outstanding 48.93M | Shares Floating 29.98M | ||
Percent Insiders 37.54 | Percent Institutions 53.78 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Worthington Industries Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters 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 4000 | |
Full time employees 4000 | |||
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. Its 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 brand names. 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 and light gauge metal framing products. 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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