Worthington Steel, Inc. 8-K

What Happened

• Worthington Steel, Inc. filed an 8-K (Regulation FD disclosure) reporting that on May 27, 2026 the German Federal Cartel Office granted merger control clearance in Germany for the Klöckner Acquisition.
• The filing states this clearance was the final regulatory condition required under the offer document, all conditions have been satisfied, and the Company and BidCo expect to consummate the Klöckner Acquisition on June 3, 2026.

Key Details

• Date of regulatory clearance: May 27, 2026 (German Federal Cartel Office).
• Final regulatory condition: Clearance in Germany was the last outstanding condition under the offer document.
• Expected closing/consummation date: June 3, 2026.
• Disclosure type: Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure) in an SEC Form 8-K.

Why It Matters

• This filing confirms the acquisition has cleared its final regulatory hurdle and is set to close, a major milestone in completing the merger transaction.
• For investors, the imminent closing may lead to subsequent disclosures about integration plans, timing, and any financial effects; shareholders should watch for follow-up 8-Ks or filings detailing transaction close mechanics and impact.