WS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WS - Worthington Steel, Inc.
$30.25
-0.83 (-2.67%)
▼
5d:
+1.54%
30d:
-22.59%
90d:
-12.62%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 01, 2026
Smart Money Accumulation
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Strength: 8.9/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WS trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.7% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: WS trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.7% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$67.39
Based on 14.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$41.84
27.7% 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 13.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WS is currently trading at $30.25, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $30.24 to $39.09. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 11.3) compared to its historical average (13.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.7% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WS is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $27.22, while resistance sits at $35.26.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (12th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $38.00 (+25.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WS is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $27.22, while resistance sits at $35.26.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (12th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $38.00 (+25.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Fair Price Range
$30.24 -
$39.09
Company Quality Score
45/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
12th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 12th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 25.6% below Wall St target ($38.00)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$30.24 -
$39.09
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$1.98
(6.5%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$27.22
Resistance Level
$35.26
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Apr 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.31
Wall Street Target
$38.00
(+25.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-25.9%
Profit Margin
3.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
11.3 vs 13.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$28.83
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$27.47
(-9%)
3-Year Target
$26.18
(-13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→13)
$30.33
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.6, Growth: 24.4%)
$105.98
(+250%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.3, Growth: 24.4%)
$58.26
(+93%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.6, Growth: 24.4%)
$49.52
(+64%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.77 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.47
Bull Case
$42.57
(+31%)
Analyst growth 22.7%, PE expands to 14.1
Base Case
$38.70
(+19%)
Market implied 22.7%, PE stable at 12.8
Bear Case
$21.45
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.9
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 11.3 to 13.1
Stabilization Target:
$35.04
(+15.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+15.8%
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Last updated: April 05, 2026 11:00 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
0
Sells
+
Net
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Jon J Bowsher
BUY
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2026-01-30
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BUY
7000 shares
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