COLUMBUS, Ohio (September 23, 2025) – Worthington Enterprises Inc. (NYSE: WOR), a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that improve everyday life by elevating spaces and experiences, today reported results for its fiscal 2026 first quarter ended August 31, 2025.
Recent Developments and First Quarter Highlights (all comparisons to the first quarter of fiscal 2025):
- Net sales were $303.7 million, an increase of 18%.
- Net earnings increased 45% to $34.8 million, while adjusted EBITDA grew 34% to $65.1 million.
- Earnings per share (“EPS”) – diluted improved from $0.48 to $0.70 per share, while adjusted EPS – diluted increased from $0.50 to $0.74 per share.
- Operating cash flow of $41.1 million was flat compared to the prior year quarter, while free cash flow decreased 12% to $27.9 million, driven by increased capital expenditures related to ongoing facility modernization projects.
- Repurchased 100,000 common shares for $6.3 million leaving 5,265,000 common shares remaining on the Company’s repurchase authorization.
- Declared a quarterly dividend of $0.19 per common share payable on December 29, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 15, 2025.
- Acquired Elgen Manufacturing, a market-leading designer and manufacturer of HVAC parts and components, ductwork and structural framing primarily used in commercial buildings throughout North America, on June 18, 2025, for $91.2 million, net of cash acquired.
“We started the fiscal year with solid momentum led by strong performance in our Building Products segment,” said Worthington Enterprises President and CEO Joe Hayek. “Volume growth in Building Products and increased contributions from WAVE helped drive meaningful earnings improvement, while our Consumer Products team delivered solid results despite a challenging macro environment. Throughout the business, our teams continue to execute well, supported by strong customer relationships, a transformational mindset and a portfolio of market-leading brands that support our long-term growth strategy.”
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