Pre-earnings brief
Reports
Tue, Dec 15, 2026
Est. EPS
—
Est. revenue
—
Implied move
±12.8%
EPS beat rate
50%
Worthington Enterprises, Inc. is a company in the industrials sector, focusing on machinery and supplies. With a market cap of $3 billion, it plays a significant role in providing essential components for various industries, which can be influenced by trends in manufacturing and construction.
Last quarter
In the last quarter, Worthington reported an EPS of $0.82, exceeding expectations by 11.56%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.36% the following day.
EPS beat streak
1Q
EPS beat rate
50%
Avg EPS surprise
+7.09%
Avg 1-day reaction
+0.52%
Investors are cautiously optimistic about Worthington's upcoming earnings, especially after a recent EPS beat. However, there is uncertainty regarding revenue growth and operating margins.
Bull case
If Worthington continues to show strong EPS growth and manages to improve revenue, it could signal robust demand in its sectors, leading to a positive stock reaction.
Bear case
On the flip side, if the company fails to meet revenue expectations or shows declining margins, it could lead to a negative reaction from investors.
The print will turn on these.
Q1
What will the EPS be for this quarter?
EPS is crucial for assessing profitability and will significantly influence investor sentiment.
Q2
How is revenue growth tracking compared to last quarter?
Revenue growth is essential for understanding the company's market position and future prospects.
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Est. EPS
—
Est. Rev
—
Impl. Move
±19.9%
Why consensus could be wrong
The Street may be underestimating the potential for strong EPS growth due to operational efficiencies that Worthington has implemented.
Supporting evidence
The recent EPS beat indicates that the company is managing costs effectively.
Options pricing suggests a larger move than historical averages, indicating investor uncertainty.
The company's focus on expanding its product lines could drive revenue growth unexpectedly.
Key risk
If EPS comes in above $0.90, it could challenge the current cautious outlook.
Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.
The market is closely watching EPS as a key indicator of Worthington's performance, especially after mixed results in previous quarters.
Bull confirmed if
An EPS of $0.90 or higher would confirm strong profitability and investor confidence.
Bear confirmed if
An EPS below $0.70 would raise concerns about the company's financial health.
What the market is pricing for the move.
Implied Move
±12.99%
Historical Avg
±2.0%
The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors expect volatility around the earnings report.
Options are pricing ±12.8% while WOR has averaged ±2.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.
ATM IV
0.4%
30d HV
42.2%
Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.
Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials
Fade rate: 10 of 30 (33%)
This setup has occurred 30 times across Industrials in the last 2 years. 20 of 30 (67%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.2%, with a raw directional average of -1.8% (modestly negative historical bias).
Open-market trades by officers, directors, and 10%+ holders over the trailing 90 days.
Bought
$0.00
0 sh
0 insiders
Sold
$6.7M
111,735 sh
1 insider
Net
$6.7M
Net selling
Most Active Insiders· 6 open-market trades
Likely market behavior by outcome. Not investment advice.
Beat & raise
If Worthington beats EPS expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 2.49%, confirming positive market sentiment.
In line / cautious
If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further guidance.
Miss
A miss on EPS could lead to a decline of about 1.51%, reflecting investor disappointment.
The lines on the call that would change the story.
$6.7M
Net selling
Recent Transactions
Sep 28, 2026 · @ $60.48
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