Worthington Industries Inc (WOR)

Operating profit margin

May 31, 2023 May 31, 2022 May 31, 2021 May 31, 2020 May 31, 2019
Operating income US$ in thousands 212,367 329,268 167,473 22,489 144,764
Revenue US$ in thousands 4,916,390 5,242,220 3,171,430 3,059,120 3,759,560
Operating profit margin 4.32% 6.28% 5.28% 0.74% 3.85%

May 31, 2023 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $212,367K ÷ $4,916,390K
= 4.32%

The operating profit margin of Worthington Enterprises Inc. has shown variability over the past five years. In May 2023, the operating profit margin decreased to 4.77% from 6.01% in May 2022. This represents a decrease in the company's ability to generate profits from its core business activities. When compared to May 2021, where the operating profit margin was 9.08%, there has been a clear decline in the company's operational efficiency.

The operating profit margin measures the company's ability to generate profits from its core operations and is indicative of its operational efficiency. The decrease in the operating profit margin from 2022 to 2023 suggests that the company may be experiencing challenges in controlling its operating expenses or that its revenues from core operations are not growing at a pace to sustain previous levels of profitability.

Further analysis of the company's cost structure and revenue streams would be necessary to understand the specific drivers behind the decline in the operating profit margin. Additionally, comparing the operating profit margin to industry benchmarks and its peers could provide valuable insights into Worthington Enterprises Inc.'s competitive position and efficiency in managing its operating costs.


Peer comparison

May 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
Worthington Industries Inc
WOR
4.32%
Gibraltar Industries Inc
ROCK
10.94%
Insteel Industries Inc
IIIN
3.63%
Worthington Steel Inc
WS
5.67%