Is WOR a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 41.6/100. It is ranked #2,912 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 49/100, Value 41/100, Momentum 43/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for WOR?

WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 41.6 ranks it #2,912 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is WOR in?

WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. operates in the Materials sector (Steel Works industry) with a market cap of $2.60 billion. It is classified as a mid-cap stock.

Does WOR pay a dividend?

Yes, WOR pays a dividend with a current yield of 1.28%. The Materials sector average yield is 0.49%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $12.80 in annual dividend income.

What is WOR's P/E ratio?

WOR has a trailing P/E ratio of 19.98x. The Materials sector average is 26.5x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is WOR?

WOR's quality factor score is 49/100. Gross margin: 27.3%. ROE: 13.4% vs sector average 3.3%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is WOR valued compared to peers?

WOR's value factor score is 41/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 20.0x, EV/EBITDA 26.7x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is WOR's debt level?

WOR's debt-to-equity ratio is 82%. Sector average: 41%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

WOR has a beta of 0.78, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 64/100.

Does WOR have high short interest?

WOR's short interest factor score is 10/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

WOR Stock Analysis: Top Mid-Cap Reduce (Score 41.6/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
WOR	-0.22%	+6.07%	+11.31%	+7.04%	+18.53%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLB	+0.56%	+3.07%	+4.17%	+14.58%	-33.54%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-0.15%	+2.47%	+10.98%	+7.40%	-10.99%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-0.78%	+3.00%	+7.14%	-7.54%	+52.07%	-	-	-

Metric	WOR	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	20.0x	-25%
EV/EBITDA	26.7x	+345%
Price / Book	2.7x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
CF CF Industries Holdings, Inc.	57	50	72	66	11.8x	21.1%	36.2%	24.9%	5.5%	41.0x	$19.7B	VS
NTR Nutrien Ltd.	57	37	70	64	54.2x	11.5%	29.0%	2.7%	-	52.0x	$35.9B	VS
UAN CVR PARTNERS, LP	56	50	71	67	12.0x	42.4%	28.5%	17.8%	23.1%	265.0x	$1.3B	VS
LXU LSB INDUSTRIES, INC.	54	50	54	73	41.2x	-3.3%	8.6%	-4.5%	11.0%	85.0x	$1.1B	VS
AA Alcoa Corp	54	50	61	71	18.7x	16.6%	10.0%	8.0%	3.1%	40.0x	$19.0B	VS
MEOH METHANEX CORP	53	34	76	72	24.6x	47.8%	19.1%	6.7%	-	149.0x	$4.6B	VS
NGVT Ingevity Corp	53	50	68	66	53.4x	-638.7%	38.1%	-12.1%	-14.7%	5,459.0x	$2.5B	VS
SEE SEALED AIR CORP/DE	52	50	67	59	11.2x	44.7%	30.2%	10.4%	0.5%	318.0x	$6.2B	VS
ACU ACME UNITED CORP	51	50	71	51	16.4x	9.0%	39.4%	5.2%	-11.5%	45.0x	$171M	VS
APD Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.	51	50	49	50	179.2x	2.4%	31.6%	2.2%	3.9%	114.0x	$64.4B	VS
WOR WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC.	42	49	41	43	20.0x	13.4%	27.3%	10.7%	27.3%	82.0x	$2.6B

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%
Operating Margin %	0.0%	0.0%	-0.0%	-0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	-	-	-	-	-	-	6.1%	7.9%	3.0%	5.7%	8.9%
ROE %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.5%	0.1%	0.2%	-	0.2%
ROA %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	3.8%	1.0%	-0.7%	-4.9%	6.7%	11.0%	9.0%	1.3%	7.7%	17.8%	13.4%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.3%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

Operating Margin %

0.0%

-0.0%

-0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

0.0%

0.1%

FCF Margin %

6.1%

7.9%

3.0%

5.7%

8.9%

ROE %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

0.5%

0.1%

0.2%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

3.8%

1.0%

-0.7%

-4.9%

6.7%

11.0%

9.0%

1.3%

7.7%

17.8%

13.4%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$1.2B	$1.2B	$1.2B	$4.9B	$5.2B	$3.2B	$3.1B	$3.8B	$3.6B	$3.0B	$2.8B	$3.4B
	—	$835M	$961M	$4.3B	$4.5B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$330M	$319M	$285M	$663M	$715M	$639M	$443M	$480M	$563M	$536M	$453M	$464M
Gross Margin	27.3%	27.7%	22.9%	13.5%	13.6%	20.2%	14.5%	12.8%	15.7%	17.8%	16.1%	13.7%
	—	$268M	$283M	$429M	$400M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	$48M	$81M	$113M	$99M	$88M	$93M	$96M	$103M	$87M	$85M	$85M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$330M	$358M	$451M	$386M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$46M	-$11M	-$73M	$212M	$329M	$167M	$22M	$145M	$142M	$213M	$122M	$61M
EBIT	$46M	-$11M	-$73M	$212M	$329M	$167M	$22M	$145M	$142M	$213M	$122M	$61M
EBITDA	$97M	$38M	$7M	$325M	$428M	$257M	$124M	$243M	$248M	$304M	$218M	$146M
Operating Margin	3.7%	-0.9%	-5.9%	4.3%	6.3%	5.3%	0.7%	3.9%	4.0%	7.1%	4.3%	1.8%
EBITDA Margin	8.0%	3.3%	0.6%	6.6%	8.2%	8.1%	4.1%	6.5%	6.9%	10.1%	7.7%	4.3%
	—	$2M	$2M	$27M	$31M	$30M	$36M	$38M	$39M	$30M	$32M	$36M
	—	$129M	$74M	$345M	$514M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$34M	$39M	$76M	$115M	$176M	$26M	$43M	$8M	$79M	$59M	$26M
	$129M	$95M	$118M	$269M	$399M	$741M	$84M	$163M	$201M	$218M	$158M	$87M
Net Margin	10.7%	8.2%	9.5%	5.5%	7.6%	23.4%	2.8%	4.3%	5.6%	7.2%	5.6%	2.6%
	$0.56	$1.94	$2.25	$5.28	$7.60	$13.73	$1.43	$2.68	$3.20	$3.28	$2.30	$1.16
Diluted EPS	$0.56	$1.92	$2.20	$5.19	$7.44	$13.73	$1.43	$2.68	$3.20	$3.28	$2.30	$1.16
Weighted Avg Basic	—	49M	49M	49M	50M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	50M	50M	49M	51M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$1.2B

$4.9B

$5.2B

$3.2B

$3.1B

$3.8B

$3.6B

$3.0B

$2.8B

$3.4B

—

$835M

$961M

$4.3B

$4.5B

—

$330M

$319M

$285M

$663M

$715M

$639M

$443M

$480M

$563M

$536M

$453M

$464M

Gross Margin

27.3%

27.7%

22.9%

13.5%

13.6%

20.2%

14.5%

12.8%

15.7%

17.8%

16.1%

13.7%

—

$268M

$283M

$429M

$400M

—

Depreciation

—

$48M

$81M

$113M

$99M

$88M

$93M

$96M

$103M

$87M

$85M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$330M

$358M

$451M

$386M

—

$46M

-$11M

-$73M

$212M

$329M

$167M

$22M

$145M

$142M

$213M

$122M

$61M

EBIT

$46M

-$11M

-$73M

$212M

$329M

$167M

$22M

$145M

$142M

$213M

$122M

$61M

EBITDA

$97M

$38M

$7M

$325M

$428M

$257M

$124M

$243M

$248M

$304M

$218M

$146M

Operating Margin

3.7%

-0.9%

-5.9%

4.3%

6.3%

5.3%

0.7%

3.9%

4.0%

7.1%

4.3%

1.8%

EBITDA Margin

8.0%

3.3%

0.6%

6.6%

8.2%

8.1%

4.1%

6.5%

6.9%

10.1%

7.7%

4.3%

—

$2M

$27M

$31M

$30M

$36M

$38M

$39M

$30M

$32M

$36M

—

$129M

$74M

$345M

$514M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$34M

$39M

$76M

$115M

$176M

$26M

$43M

$8M

$79M

$59M

$26M

$129M

$95M

$118M

$269M

$399M

$741M

$84M

$163M

$201M

$218M

$158M

$87M

Net Margin

10.7%

8.2%

9.5%

5.5%

7.6%

23.4%

2.8%

4.3%

5.6%

7.2%

5.6%

2.6%

$0.56

$1.94

$2.25

$5.28

$7.60

$13.73

$1.43

$2.68

$3.20

$3.28

$2.30

$1.16

Diluted EPS

$0.56

$1.92

$2.20

$5.19

$7.44

$13.73

$1.43

$2.68

$3.20

$3.28

$2.30

$1.16

Weighted Avg Basic

—

49M

50M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

50M

49M

51M

—

WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. Do?

Worthington Industries, Inc., an industrial manufacturing company, focuses on value-added steel processing and manufactured metal products in North America and internationally. It operates through Steel Processing, Consumer Products, Building Products, and Sustainable Energy Solutions segments. The Steel Processing segment processes flat-rolled steel for customers primarily in the automotive, aerospace, agricultural, appliance, construction, container, hardware, heavy-truck, HVAC, lawn and garden, leisure and recreation, office furniture, and office equipment markets. It also toll processes steel for steel mills, large end-users, service centers, and other processors. The Consumer Products segment sells tools, outdoor living, and celebrations products under the Coleman, Bernzomatic, Balloon Time, Mag Torch, General, Garden-Weasel, Pactool International, and Hawkeye brand names. The Building Products segment provides commercial and residential construction products, water systems, and heating and cooling solutions. The Sustainable Energy Solutions segment offers on-board fueling systems and services, as well as gas containment solutions and services for the storage, transport, and distribution of industrial gases, hydrogen ecosystem, and compressed natural gas. The company was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) is classified as a mid-cap stock in the Materials sector, specifically within the Steel Works industry. The company is led by CEO B. Andrew Rose and employs approximately 8,400 people, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. With a market capitalization of $2.6B, WOR is one of the notable companies in the Materials sector.

WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 41.6/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.WOR ranks #2,912 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Materials sector, WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. ranks #206 of 284 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Materials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

WOR Stock Price and 52-Week Range

WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) currently trades at $55.20. The stock lost $0.12 (0.2%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for WOR is $70.91, which means the stock is currently trading -22.2% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $39.05, putting the stock 41.4% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 172K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is WOR Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) carries a value factor score of 41/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 19.98x, compared to the Materials sector average of 26.50x — a discount of 25%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 2.68x, versus the sector average of 2.83x. The price-to-sales ratio is 2.13x, compared to 0.74x for the average Materials stock. On an enterprise value basis, WOR trades at 26.72x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.01x for the sector.

Overall, WOR's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) earns a quality factor score of 49/100, signaling below-average profitability metrics relative to the broader market. The return on equity (ROE) is 13.4%, compared to the Materials sector average of 3.3%, which is within a healthy range. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 7.4% versus the sector average of 0.6%.

On a margin basis, WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. reports gross margins of 27.3%, compared to 29.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 3.7% (sector: 6.0%). Net profit margin stands at 10.7%, versus 3.0% for the average Materials stock. Revenue growth is running at 27.3% on a trailing basis, compared to 1.8% for the sector. Profitability is below benchmark levels, which may reflect industry headwinds, elevated reinvestment, or structural challenges.

WOR Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 82.0%, compared to the Materials sector average of 41.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 3.26x, indicating strong short-term liquidity.

WOR has a beta of 0.78, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. is 64/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. reported revenue of $1.21B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.56. Net income for the quarter was $129M. Gross margin was 27.3%. Operating income came in at $46M.

In Q2 2026, WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. reported revenue of $327M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.56. Net income for the quarter was $27M. Gross margin was 25.8%. Revenue grew 19.5% year-over-year compared to Q2 2025. Operating income came in at $12M.

In Q1 2026, WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. reported revenue of $304M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.71. Net income for the quarter was $35M. Gross margin was 27.1%. Revenue grew 18.0% year-over-year compared to Q1 2025. Operating income came in at $9M.

In FY 2025, WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. reported revenue of $1.15B and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.94. Net income for the quarter was $95M. Gross margin was 27.7%. Revenue grew -7.4% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $-11M.

Over the past 8 quarters, WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. has experienced revenue contraction from $1.25B to $1.21B. Investors analyzing WOR stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

WOR Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) currently pays a dividend yield of 1.3%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in WOR stock would generate approximately $$128.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Materials sector average dividend yield of 0.5%, meaning WOR offers above-average income for its sector. The net margin of 10.7% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

WOR Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) has a momentum factor score of 43/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 25/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 10/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

WOR vs Competitors — Materials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Materials sector, WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) ranks #206 out of 284 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places WOR in the lower half of all Materials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (CF) with a score of 56.6/100, Nutrien Ltd. (NTR) with a score of 56.6/100, CVR PARTNERS, LP (UAN) with a score of 55.6/100, LSB INDUSTRIES, INC. (LXU) with a score of 53.6/100, and ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) with a score of 51.2/100.

Comparing WOR against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full WOR vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

WOR Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy WOR? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. suggests caution. Low volatility (stability score 64/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES, INC. (WOR) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 41.6/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on WOR stock.

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