Worthington Steel (WS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WS - Worthington Steel, Inc.
$33.90
0.15 (0.44%)
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5d:
-5.81%
30d:
-10.88%
90d:
-22.07%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 06, 2026
22d
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: WS shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: WS shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$54.99
Based on 9.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$34.14
0.7% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 13.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WS is currently trading at $33.90, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $34.11 to $37.52. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 13.6) is in line with its historical norms (13.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WS is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $33.28. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WS scores 67/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $46.00 (+35.7%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WS is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $33.28. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: WS scores 67/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $46.00 (+35.7%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$34.11 -
$37.52
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
50th percentile
(NORMAL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
86.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Options fairly priced (IV 50th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (67/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 35.7% below Wall St target ($46.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$34.11 -
$37.52
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$4.27
(12.6%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$33.28
Resistance Level
$36.86
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.56
Wall Street Target
$46.00
(+35.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
11.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-25.9%
Profit Margin
0.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.6 vs 13.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$33.73
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$33.56
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$33.39
(-2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→14)
$33.99
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 15.7%)
$78.18
(+131%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.6, Growth: 15.7%)
$52.56
(+55%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.5, Growth: 15.7%)
$44.68
(+32%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Forward PE: 8.05 | Forward EPS (Implied): $4.21
Bull Case
$40.93
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 8.5
Base Case
$33.90
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 8.1
Bear Case
$25.93
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 7.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 13.6 to 13.8
Stabilization Target:
$34.50
(+1.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.8%
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Last updated: September 13, 2026 2:56 AM ET
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