Post-earnings recap
Reported
Tue, Jun 23, 2026
EPS actual
$0.97
EPS est.
$1.04
EPS surprise
-6.73%
1-day move
-0.75%
Worthington Enterprises reported earnings that fell short of expectations, particularly in EPS. The stock reacted with a slight decline of 0.75%, reflecting investor disappointment over the earnings miss. The lack of revenue figures and management commentary adds uncertainty to the outlook.
| Metric | Actual | Expected | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $0.97 | $1.06 | -6.73% |
| Revenue | N/A | $386M | N/A |
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Worthington Enterprises, Inc. is a key player in the industrial machinery sector, focusing on manufacturing and supplying various industrial products. With a market cap of $3 billion, the company is influenced by trends in manufacturing and supply chain dynamics, making its performance relevant to investors interested in the industrials sector.
Last quarter
In the last quarter, Worthington reported an EPS of $0.98, exceeding expectations by 3.7%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 5.53% the following day.
EPS beat streak
1Q
EPS beat rate
50%
Avg EPS surprise
+7.09%
Avg 1-day reaction
+0.52%
Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Worthington's upcoming earnings, expecting a slight increase in EPS and revenue compared to previous quarters.
Bull case
If Worthington can deliver an EPS above $1.06, it would reinforce investor confidence in its growth trajectory and operational efficiency.
Bear case
Conversely, if the company misses the EPS target, it could signal deeper issues in profitability or market demand, leading to a negative reaction.
Key metrics to watch
EPS
$1.06Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.
Revenue
$386MRevenue figures provide insight into overall sales performance and market demand for Worthington's products.
The print will turn on these.
Q1
Will Worthington achieve an EPS of $1.06 or higher?
This figure is crucial for assessing the company's profitability and could significantly impact investor sentiment.
Q2
How does management view revenue growth in the current market environment?
Understanding management's perspective on revenue growth will provide insights into future performance and market demand.
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Est. EPS
$1.38
Est. Rev
$745M
Impl. Move
±9.8%
Why consensus could be wrong
The consensus may underestimate Worthington's ability to leverage operational efficiencies, which could lead to better-than-expected EPS results.
Supporting evidence
The company has a history of surprising on the upside, with a 60% EPS beat rate over the last eight quarters.
Recent positive trends in the industrial sector may not be fully reflected in current analyst estimates.
Key risk
A significant revenue increase could challenge the current bearish sentiment.
Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.
The market is closely watching these earnings as they will indicate whether Worthington can maintain its growth trajectory amid economic fluctuations.
Bull confirmed if
Achieving an EPS of $1.06 or better would confirm the bullish outlook.
Bear confirmed if
An EPS below $1.00 would raise concerns about profitability and market demand.
What the market is pricing for the move.
Implied Move
±7.94%
Historical Avg
±2.0%
The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, suggesting that investors are anticipating volatility around the earnings announcement.
Options are pricing ±7.9% while WOR has averaged ±2.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.
ATM IV
0.4%
30d HV
27.6%
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
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Beat & raise
If Worthington beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 2.87%, confirming a positive outlook.
In line / cautious
A cautious in-line report may lead to muted reactions as investors assess management's commentary for future guidance.
Miss
If the company misses expectations, the stock could decline by approximately 1.89%, reflecting investor disappointment.
The lines on the call that would change the story.
$6.7M
Net selling
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