Worthington Enterprises (WOR)
NYSEIndustrialsManufacturing - Metal FabricationSnapshot 2026-09-04
$62.49+1.99%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NYSEIndustrialsManufacturing - Metal FabricationSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · WOR
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance is holding in the top half of its industry — the reason to own it looks intact.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | 32.0% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | 5.9% |
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
Usually moved in the same direction.
Price observations: 365 days
Most sensitive to the broad stock market.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 26.2 percentage points more one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 7 industry peers
WOR — credit agreement
Dated 2026-08-31
Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement. On August 31, 2026 (the “Effective Date”), Worthington Enterprises, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us” and the “Registrant”) amended and restated our existing five-year, revolving credit facility (provided under the Fourth Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of September 27, 2023 (as amended, the “Existing Credit Agreement”)). The aggregate commitments under the amended and restated revolving credit facility remain at $500 million. The final maturi…
Why it matters: A higher adjusted EBITDA margin shows good cost control and efficiency. This helps investors trust the company.
Supportive ifAdjusted EBITDA margin goes above 22.5% in Q1 2027.
Worry ifAdjusted EBITDA margin falls below 22.5% in Q1 2027.
Why it matters: Strong revenue growth shows Worthington is doing well despite market challenges.
Supportive ifQ4 revenue growth exceeds 20% year-over-year.
Worry ifQ4 revenue growth is below 15% year-over-year.
Why it matters: Lower income from ClarkDietrich may show bigger problems in the construction market.
Worry ifClarkDietrich's equity income falls by over $6 million from last year in Q1 2027.
Less concerning ifClarkDietrich income stays the same or goes up in Q1 2027.
Why it matters: A drop in SG&A can help improve profit margins.
Supportive ifSG&A expenses as a percentage of sales keep going down. This shows better efficiency.
Worry ifSG&A expenses as a percentage of sales are rising. This suggests higher operational costs.
We watch for confirming and disproving signals on each item. Resolutions are found automatically where possible and checked by hand for unclear cases. Last 90 days shown.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$112 on $10,000 · ±1.1% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $332 loss on $10,000 · 3.3% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $2,780 loss on $10,000 · 27.8% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Why it matters: Good integration can boost growth and make operations run better. This is important for future success.
Supportive ifManagement shares updates on successful integration steps. They also discuss growth plans from Elgen and LSI.
Worry ifThere are problems with integration. This may cause delays or lower growth expectations.
Why it matters: If revenue growth picks up, it could signal a recovery for Worthington. This would help improve investor confidence in the stock.
Supportive ifRevenue growth in the industrial sector rises above 8% year over year.
Worry ifRevenue growth remains below 6% year over year.
Why it matters: The Q1 results will show if the growth trend continues after a strong fiscal 2026.
Watch forIn Q1 2027, adjusted EBITDA is over $75 million. This shows strong performance.
Also watch forIn Q1 2027, adjusted EBITDA is under $70 million. This shows a slowdown.
Why it matters: Organic growth rates show how well the company is growing its main business.
Supportive ifOrganic growth is over 3%. This shows strong demand and good execution.
Worry ifOrganic growth is under 3%. This shows possible challenges in market demand.
Why it matters: Strong free cash flow supports ongoing investments and shareholder returns. It shows financial health.
Supportive ifFree cash flow in Q1 2027 exceeds $55 million.
Worry ifFree cash flow in Q1 2027 is below $40 million.
Why it matters: A drop in free cash flow conversion may show problems in cash generation or spending.
Worry ifFree cash flow conversion falls below 90% relative to adjusted net earnings.
Less concerning ifFree cash flow conversion remains at or above 90%.
Why it matters: Finishing this project on time will support future cash flow and efficiency gains.
Supportive ifManagement says the upgrade project will be done by mid-fiscal 2027.
Worry ifDelays in the upgrade project will make it finish after mid-fiscal 2027.
Why it matters: Growth in this area shows strong demand and success in innovation.
Supportive ifRevenue from liquid cooling products exceeds $13 million in Q1 2027.
Worry ifRevenue from liquid cooling products falls below $10 million in Q1 2027.