Simpson Manufacturing (SSD)
NYSEIndustrialsConstruction MaterialsSnapshot 2026-11-04
$198.84-3.08%
Close 2026-11-05 · 1-day change
NYSEIndustrialsConstruction MaterialsSnapshot 2026-11-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · SSD
How strong the business is — where it ranks within its sector on capital efficiency and cash generation, and how well management has been executing.
How this business ranks within industrials on a research-validated quality screen. As of 2026-11-04.
The screen ranks SSD against its sector on four durable signals: share dilution, return on capital, free-cash-flow yield, and FCF margin. Historically the highest-quality names tended toward better typical outcomes and fewer bad years over multi-year holds (strongest at three years, modest at one), and that pattern showed up even before the price moved. It characterizes business quality, not price direction.
Each leg is a sector-relative percentile (higher is better); 4 of 4 legs were available for this name. The composite is built from these four; the raw value follows each percentile for context.
A forward quality tilt, not a price prediction, and context for your own research rather than a recommendation. Not investment advice.
How management runs the business: capital, margins, balance sheet, and how reliably they guide and deliver.
Each factor is a parallel diagnostic with a clear read of what it shows and how names like it have historically fared. Never aggregated into a single score.
Operating income rose in 2 of the last 3 quarter-over-quarter moves. Historically, Industrials names rated strong grew net income 68% of the time over the next year (vs 52% for the rest of the cohort, n=6978).
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
A guidance track record builds as the company issues and delivers on guidance.
Priorities management has stated in recent disclosures, with status and evidence drawn from earnings calls, filings, and press releases.
We also maintained a strong operating margin of 22.1%, demonstrating disciplined cost management and execution despite higher steel costs.”
Stated in 4 of 4 supplied quarters. Management reported: “We also maintained a strong operating margin of 22.1%, demonstrating disciplined cost management and execution despite higher steel costs.”” “Our financial ambitions remain driving above market volume growth relative to United States housing starts, maintaining an operating income margin at or above 20%, and consistently driving EPS growth ahead of net sales growth.””
“We also maintained a strong operating margin of 22.1%, demonstrating disciplined cost management and execution despite higher steel costs.””
“Our financial ambitions remain driving above market volume growth relative to United States housing starts, maintaining an operating income margin at or above 20%, and consistently driving EPS growth…”
“Based on business trends and conditions as of today, April 27, 2026, the Company's outlook for the full fiscal year ending December 31, 2026 is as follows: • Consolidated operating margin is estimate…”
“As we look ahead, we remain focused on our ambitions to grow above the market, achieve an operating margin of at least 20%, and drive earnings per share growth ahead of net sales growth.”
Grow volume faster than United States housing starts while advancing growth initiatives and serving customer demand.
We believe the strength of our customer relationships, differentiated market position and continued investments in our key growth initiatives position us well to navigate current market conditions wh…
Stated in 4 of 4 supplied quarters. Management reported: “Our financial ambitions remain driving above market volume growth relative to United States housing starts, maintaining an operating income margin at or above 20%, and consistently driving EPS growth ahead of net sales growth.”” “As we look ahead, we remain focused on our ambitions to grow above the market, achieve an operating margin of at least 20%, and drive earnings per share growth ahead of net sales growth.”
• Capital expenditures are estimated to be in the range of $75.0 million to $85.0 million.
Stated in 2 of 4 supplied quarters. Management reported: “• Capital expenditures are estimated to be in the range of $75.0 million to $85.0 million.” “This focus is supported by strong operational execution and a balanced approach to capital allocation, positioning us well for continued success in 2026 and beyond as we deepen our commitment to being the partner of choice for our customers.””
“• Capital expenditures are estimated to be in the range of $75.0 million to $85.0 million.”
Return capital to shareholders through repurchases and regular cash dividends.
Over the trailing year it converted 0.27x of net income into operating cash flow. Historically, Industrials names rated fragile grew net income 50% of the time over the next year (vs 59% for the rest of the cohort, n=5006).
Most sensitive to the broad stock market and long-term interest rates.
Not enough signal to read sensitivity to the US dollar, Fed net liquidity (low R² over the window).
4 material management or governance events in the past 24 months, led by capital-allocation actions. Historically, Industrials names rated stable grew net income 60% of the time over the next year (vs 56% for the rest of the cohort, n=6637).
Not investment advice. As of 2026-11-05.
“We believe the strength of our customer relationships, differentiated market position and continued investments in our key growth initiatives position us well to navigate current market conditions wh…”
“Our financial ambitions remain driving above market volume growth relative to United States housing starts, maintaining an operating income margin at or above 20%, and consistently driving EPS growth…”
“Our teams continue to execute well, and we remain focused on driving disciplined, profitable growth consistent with our financial ambitions.””
“As we look ahead, we remain focused on our ambitions to grow above the market, achieve an operating margin of at least 20%, and drive earnings per share growth ahead of net sales growth.”
“This focus is supported by strong operational execution and a balanced approach to capital allocation, positioning us well for continued success in 2026 and beyond as we deepen our commitment to bein…”