Worthington Steel, Inc. (WS) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 721 data points (2023-12-01 to 2026-10-16)
Worthington Steel Inc is a value-added metals processors with the ability to provide a diversified products and services that span a variety of end markets. It is a value-added processor of carbon...
Worthington Steel, Inc. (WS) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 16.61 (historical range: 7.15–19.69, median: 12.57), placing it at the 94th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 0.60 (range: 0.32–0.75, 89th percentile — expensive relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 16.42 (range: 6.11–17.61, 98th percentile).
Over the historical period (2023-12-01 to 2026-10-16), Worthington Steel, Inc.'s P/E ratio has expanded by 39% over the observed period (from an average of 10.4 to 14.4).
Worthington Steel, Inc. trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 16.61 | 12.57 | 94th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 0.60 | 0.50 | 89th | expensive relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 16.42 | 10.64 | 98th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 3.99% | 5.53% | 19th | expensive relative to its history |
Worthington Steel, Inc. (WS) Valuation & P/E History
Worthington Steel, Inc. (WS) is a US-listed stock operating in the Industrials sector, specifically the Steel Works, Blast Furnaces & Rolling & Finishing Mills industry currently trading at $39.68 with a market capitalization of $2.0 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for WS based on 721 data points covering 2023-12-01 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 16.61 is above the historical median of 12.57, placing WS at the 94th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 0.60 compares to a median of 0.50.
WS Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Worthington Steel, Inc.'s current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether WS is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests WS is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Worthington Steel, Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is WS Overvalued or Undervalued?
Worthington Steel, Inc. trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 94 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive WS is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full WS analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.WS trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.