SS and C TECHNOLOGIES HLDGS INC (SSNC)
NASDAQInformation TechnologySoftware - ApplicationSnapshot 2026-09-04
$83.65-1.16%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NASDAQInformation TechnologySoftware - ApplicationSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · SSNC
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance is holding in the top half of its industry — the reason to own it looks intact.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | -9.4% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | 6.3% |
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
Usually moved in the same direction.
Price observations: 365 days
Most sensitive to the broad stock market.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 15.7 percentage points less one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 119 industry peers
SSNC — officer change
Dated 2026-05-22
The filing pertains to the approval of a stock incentive plan and does not involve any changes in management or directors.
Why it matters: Steady dividends can show financial strength. They can also attract investors looking for income.
Supportive ifThe company declares the $0.27 dividend for the next quarter.
Worry ifThe company cuts the dividend below $0.27 per share.
Why it matters: Progress in AI could validate management's focus on AI as a growth driver.
Watch forSS&C shares a revenue milestone from AI projects in Q3 2026.
Also watch forQ3 2026 results do not mention AI revenue milestones.
Why it matters: A big buyback shows strong belief in the company's value and future.
Supportive ifNews of share buybacks over the $1.5 billion plan.
Worry ifNo news on more share buybacks or a pause in the plan.
Why it matters: A buyback program can show confidence in the company. It can help share prices.
Supportive ifManagement says they are making progress on buying back shares from the $1.5B program.
Worry ifNo updates or delays in the buyback program are announced.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$101 on $10,000 · ±1.0% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $254 loss on $10,000 · 2.5% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $3,039 loss on $10,000 · 30.4% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Why it matters: The earnings report will show if SSNC can grow revenue in a slowing sector. Investors will focus on revenue growth.
Watch forRevenue growth exceeds 5% year over year in the Q2 earnings report.
Also watch forRevenue growth falls below 0% year over year in the Q2 earnings report.
Why it matters: If sector revenue growth slows, it may hurt SSNC's performance. It could signal a broader trend.
Worry ifSector revenue growth drops below its median in the next quarter.
Less concerning ifSector revenue growth stays above its median in the next quarter.
Why it matters: Lower organic growth may mean less demand or more competition.
Worry ifOrganic revenue growth reported below 7.6% for Q3 2026.
Less concerning ifOrganic revenue growth reported at or above 7.6% for Q3 2026.
Why it matters: Success in AI could drive growth and improve competitive position in the market.
Supportive ifThe company reports a new AI product or service that generates over $100M in revenue.
Worry ifNo new AI initiatives are launched or existing ones fail to gain traction.
Why it matters: Lower guidance would signal a slowdown in growth momentum after strong Q2 results.
Worry ifQ3 2026 adjusted revenue guidance is below $1,657 million.
Less concerning ifQ3 2026 adjusted revenue guidance is above $1,697 million.
Why it matters: More repurchases show strong capital use. They also show confidence in the stock's value.
Supportive ifShare repurchases in Q3 2026 exceed $500 million.
Worry ifShare repurchases in Q3 2026 are less than $200 million.
Why it matters: Lower EPS means less profit. This can affect how investors feel.
Worry ifQ3 2026 adjusted diluted EPS below $1.73.
Less concerning ifQ3 2026 adjusted diluted EPS above $1.79.