Workhorse Group Finalizes CEO Scott Griffith Compensation Terms

Workhorse Group ( (WKHS) ) has shared an announcement.

On December 15, 2025, Workhorse Group Inc. appointed Scott Griffith as its Chief Executive Officer, and on January 6, 2026, the board’s Human Resource Management and Compensation Committee recommended, and the board approved, key elements of his compensation package. The approval set Griffith’s annual base salary at $600,000, retroactive to his December 15, 2025 start date, and established a target bonus opportunity equal to 50% of his base salary under the company’s executive bonus framework, with the board indicating that additional compensation terms and a formal employment agreement will be finalized later, underscoring the company’s ongoing effort to solidify its leadership structure.

The most recent analyst rating on (WKHS) stock is a Hold with a $5.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Workhorse Group stock, see the WKHS Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on WKHS Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, WKHS is a Neutral.

Workhorse Group’s overall stock score is primarily impacted by its poor financial performance and bearish technical indicators. The company’s high leverage and negative cash flows pose significant risks. While the merger with Motiv offers potential strategic benefits, the current financial and technical challenges overshadow these positives.

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More about Workhorse Group

Workhorse Group Inc. operates in the commercial electric vehicle sector, focusing on the design and manufacture of battery‑electric delivery vehicles and related technologies for last‑mile and commercial fleet applications.

Average Trading Volume: 275,119

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Sell

Current Market Cap: $11.96M

Learn more about WKHS stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.