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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: WS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -13.02% | Avg. Invested days 22 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.27B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 11.78 | 1Y Target Price 34 |
Price to earnings Ratio 11.78 | 1Y Target Price 34 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 375184 | Beta - | 52 Weeks Range 24.07 - 46.73 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 24.07 - 46.73 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.53% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.15 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Revenue by Geography
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-03-19 | When After Market | Estimate 0.48 | Actual 0.35 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.41% | Operating Margin (TTM) 3.87% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.35% | Return on Equity (TTM) 10.67% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 11.78 | Forward PE 9.78 | Enterprise Value 1380632923 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.4 |
Enterprise Value 1380632923 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.4 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.44 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.22 | Shares Outstanding 49535400 | Shares Floating 34006086 |
Shares Outstanding 49535400 | Shares Floating 34006086 | ||
Percent Insiders 36.93 | Percent Institutions 51.47 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4 | Target Price 41 | Buy - | Strong Buy 1 |
Buy - | Strong Buy 1 | ||
Hold 1 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Worthington Steel Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Founded in 1955 by John H. McConnell, Worthington Steel Inc. began as a single steel processing facility. Over the decades, it expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, becoming a leading steel processor and manufacturer. Worthington Steel has diversified into value-added steel products and solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Steel Processing: Processes flat-rolled steel for automotive, construction, and other industries. Offers services like pickling, slitting, and blanking.
- Sustainable Building Products: Manufactures steel framing and related building materials for residential and commercial construction, focusing on sustainability.
- Consumer Products: Produces propane cylinders, torches, hand torches, camping stoves, and various consumer-related steel products.
Leadership and Structure
Andy Rose serves as the President and CEO. Worthington Steel operates with a decentralized structure, empowering individual business units while maintaining centralized oversight.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Processed Steel: Flat-rolled steel processed for automotive, construction, and industrial applications. Market share varies by specific steel product and region but is considered significant in North America. Competitors include Nucor, Steel Dynamics, and U.S. Steel. Revenue from the processed steel segment constitutes a major portion of the company's overall revenue, exact figures vary by year but are a significant portion of its business.
- Steel Framing: Steel framing products for residential and commercial construction, emphasizing sustainable building practices. Market share is growing but still smaller compared to traditional wood framing; However, steel framing can be as strong as steel framing, and it is more resilient than wooden framing. Competitors include Nucor, Steel Dynamics, and U.S. Steel. Numbers of users of the steel framing products are growing; there are estimates of an 8% increase in steel framing in residential construction over the last year and is set to grow.
- Propane Cylinders and Tanks: Propane cylinders and related products for recreational and industrial use. The cylinders market is expected to grow to $1.97 billion by 2028. Competitors include Manchester Tank and Equipment, and Amtrol. Market share is significant within the propane cylinder market.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The steel industry is cyclical and sensitive to economic conditions. Demand is driven by construction, automotive production, and infrastructure development. There is growing emphasis on sustainable steel production practices.
Positioning
Worthington Steel is a value-added steel processor and manufacturer, differentiating itself through advanced processing capabilities, customer service, and a focus on sustainable solutions.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for steel processing and related products is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars annually. Worthington Steel is well-positioned to capture a significant share through its diverse product portfolio and customer relationships.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong customer relationships
- Diverse product portfolio
- Advanced processing capabilities
- Focus on sustainability
- Efficient operations
Weaknesses
- Cyclical business model
- Exposure to raw material price volatility
- Dependence on key industries (automotive, construction)
- Potential for environmental regulations
- Exposure to foreign steel
Opportunities
- Growing demand for sustainable steel products
- Expansion into new markets
- Increased infrastructure spending
- Strategic acquisitions
- Development of innovative steel solutions
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Raw material price increases
- Trade disputes
- Technological disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- NUE
- STLD
- X
Competitive Landscape
Worthington Steel competes with other steel producers and processors on price, quality, service, and innovation. The company's strengths include its diverse product portfolio, advanced processing capabilities, and focus on customer service. Weaknesses include its cyclical business model and exposure to raw material price volatility.
Major Acquisitions
Hexagon Ragasco
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 268
- Strategic Rationale: Expands sustainable energy solutions and composite cylinder capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Worthington Steel has experienced growth through organic expansion and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst projections for Worthington Steel's future growth depend on economic conditions and industry trends. Expansion into new markets and the development of sustainable steel solutions are expected to drive growth.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in new processing technologies, acquisitions of complementary businesses, and a focus on sustainable manufacturing practices.
Summary
Worthington Steel is a well-established steel processor with a diversified product portfolio and a strong customer base. Its focus on value-added services and sustainable solutions is working well. However, the company faces challenges from economic cycles, raw material price volatility, and increasing competition. Strategic acquisitions and investments in new technologies will be important for future growth.
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Disclaimers:
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About Worthington Steel Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Columbus, OH, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2023-12-01 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Geoffrey G. Gilmore | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Steel | Full time employees 5000 | Website https://www.worthingtonsteel.com |
Full time employees 5000 | Website https://www.worthingtonsteel.com |
Worthington Steel, Inc. operates as a steel processor in North America. The company offers carbon flat-rolled steel and tailor welded blanks, as well as automotive and electrical steel lamination stampings; and aluminum tailor welded blanks. It serves various end-markets, including automotive, construction, machinery and equipment, heavy truck, agriculture, and energy. The company was incorporated in 2023 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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