Latest Ratios: P/E Ratio 21.2x · EV/EBITDA 13.8x · ROE 18.0%. (1996–2025 historical series)
Price-based multiples — how expensive the stock is relative to earnings, sales, book value, and cash flow
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Cap | $7.2B | $6.8B | $7.0B | $8.5B | $3.8B | $6.1B | $4.1B | $3.6B | $2.5B | $2.7B | $2.1B |
| Enterprise Value | $7.3B | $6.9B | $7.3B | $8.6B | $4.2B | $5.8B | $3.9B | $3.4B | $2.4B | $2.6B | $1.9B |
| P/E Ratio → | 21.24 | 19.60 | 21.82 | 23.97 | 11.43 | 22.72 | 21.89 | 26.92 | 19.47 | 29.59 | 23.52 |
| P/S Ratio | 3.09 | 2.90 | 3.15 | 3.83 | 1.80 | 3.85 | 3.23 | 3.17 | 2.34 | 2.81 | 2.45 |
| P/B Ratio | 3.61 | 3.33 | 3.88 | 5.05 | 2.70 | 5.11 | 4.18 | 4.04 | 2.94 | 3.10 | 2.44 |
| P/FCF | 24.36 | 22.86 | 44.54 | 25.08 | 11.31 | 59.53 | 24.15 | 21.44 | 19.26 | 44.94 | 39.91 |
| P/OCF | 15.77 | 14.80 | 20.78 | 19.86 | 9.55 | 40.01 | 19.74 | 17.52 | 15.74 | 23.04 | 22.25 |
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Enterprise-value multiples — capital-structure-neutral measures of total business value
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV / Revenue | — | 2.94 | 3.26 | 3.89 | 1.96 | 3.69 | 3.05 | 3.00 | 2.19 | 2.64 | 2.19 |
| EV / EBITDA | 13.75 | 12.92 | 14.11 | 15.52 | 7.59 | 13.82 | 12.99 | 15.96 | 11.35 | 14.92 | 11.26 |
| EV / EBIT | 16.50 | 14.84 | 16.70 | 17.77 | 9.01 | 16.13 | 15.36 | 18.90 | 13.62 | 17.71 | 13.47 |
| EV / FCF | — | 23.21 | 46.07 | 25.44 | 12.30 | 57.02 | 22.80 | 20.28 | 18.04 | 42.24 | 35.63 |
Margins and return-on-capital ratios measuring operating efficiency
Full margin charts and quarterly trend are on the Earnings History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Margin | 45.9% | 45.9% | 46.0% | 47.2% | 44.5% | 48.0% | 45.4% | 43.2% | 44.5% | 45.7% | 47.9% |
| Operating Margin | 19.0% | 19.0% | 19.3% | 21.7% | 22.4% | 23.4% | 19.9% | 15.4% | 15.6% | 14.2% | 16.2% |
| Net Profit Margin | 14.8% | 14.8% | 14.4% | 16.0% | 15.8% | 16.9% | 14.7% | 11.8% | 11.7% | 9.5% | 10.4% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROE | 18.0% | 18.0% | 18.5% | 22.9% | 25.7% | 24.6% | 20.0% | 15.3% | 14.6% | 10.6% | 10.5% |
| ROA | 11.9% | 11.9% | 11.8% | 13.6% | 16.7% | 19.6% | 16.1% | 12.7% | 12.3% | 9.2% | 9.2% |
| ROIC | 15.9% | 15.9% | 16.7% | 20.3% | 26.6% | 32.8% | 26.1% | 18.9% | 17.9% | 15.3% | 17.0% |
| ROCE | 17.5% | 17.5% | 18.2% | 21.3% | 28.0% | 32.3% | 25.5% | 19.4% | 19.0% | 15.7% | 16.1% |
Solvency and debt-coverage ratios — lower is generally safer
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debt / Equity | 0.24 | 0.24 | 0.27 | 0.33 | 0.45 | 0.04 | 0.05 | 0.04 | — | 0.00 | — |
| Debt / EBITDA | 0.92 | 0.92 | 0.93 | 0.99 | 1.16 | 0.11 | 0.16 | 0.17 | — | 0.02 | — |
| Net Debt / Equity | — | 0.05 | 0.13 | 0.07 | 0.24 | -0.22 | -0.23 | -0.22 | -0.19 | -0.19 | -0.26 |
| Net Debt / EBITDA | 0.19 | 0.19 | 0.47 | 0.22 | 0.61 | -0.61 | -0.77 | -0.91 | -0.77 | -0.95 | -1.35 |
| Debt / FCF | — | 0.35 | 1.53 | 0.36 | 0.99 | -2.51 | -1.35 | -1.16 | -1.22 | -2.70 | -4.28 |
| Interest Coverage | — | — | 8.90 | 65.12 | 36.38 | 422.82 | 110.27 | 88.95 | 162.77 | 123.70 | 122.10 |
Short-term solvency ratios and asset-utilisation metrics
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 3.54 | 3.54 | 3.21 | 3.63 | 3.38 | 4.08 | 3.88 | 4.03 | 3.96 | 4.26 | 5.38 |
| Quick Ratio | 1.99 | 1.99 | 1.59 | 2.11 | 1.79 | 2.27 | 2.42 | 2.45 | 2.13 | 2.42 | 3.24 |
| Cash Ratio | 1.01 | 1.01 | 0.65 | 1.19 | 0.86 | 1.23 | 1.42 | 1.45 | 1.06 | 1.23 | 2.08 |
| Asset Turnover | — | 0.76 | 0.82 | 0.82 | 0.85 | 1.06 | 1.03 | 1.04 | 1.06 | 0.94 | 0.88 |
| Inventory Turnover | 2.13 | 2.13 | 2.03 | 2.12 | 2.11 | 1.84 | 2.44 | 2.56 | 2.17 | 2.11 | 1.93 |
| Days Sales Outstanding | — | 47.36 | 46.50 | 46.82 | 46.42 | 53.60 | 47.53 | 44.76 | 49.41 | 50.79 | 47.68 |
Earnings, FCF, buyback, and dividend yields — total returns to shareholders
Full dividend history and growth charts are on the Dividend History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Payout Ratio | 13.8% | 13.8% | 14.4% | 12.8% | 13.1% | 15.6% | 21.6% | 30.0% | 31.5% | 39.9% | 36.5% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | FY 2019 | FY 2018 | FY 2017 | FY 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Yield | 4.7% | 5.1% | 4.6% | 4.2% | 8.8% | 4.4% | 4.6% | 3.7% | 5.1% | 3.4% | 4.3% |
| FCF Yield | 4.1% | 4.4% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 8.8% | 1.7% | 4.1% | 4.7% | 5.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Buyback Yield | 1.7% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 4.4% | 2.6% | 2.5% |
| Total Shareholder Yield | 2.3% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 6.0% | 3.9% | 4.1% |
| Shares Outstanding | — | $42M | $42M | $43M | $43M | $44M | $44M | $45M | $47M | $48M | $48M |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SSD stock.
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc.'s current P/E ratio is 21.2x. The historical average is 26.9x. This places it at the 47th percentile of its historical range.
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc.'s current EV/EBITDA is 13.8x. This enterprise value multiple compares the company's total value (equity + debt - cash) to its EBITDA. The historical average is 11.0x.
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) is 18.0%. The historical average is 14.7%.
Based on historical data, Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. is trading at a P/E of 21.2x. This is at the 47th percentile of its historical P/E range. Compare with industry peers and growth rates for a complete picture.
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc.'s current dividend yield is 0.65% with a payout ratio of 13.8%.
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. has 45.9% gross margin and 19.0% operating margin. Operating margin between 10-20% is typical for established companies.
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc.'s Debt/EBITDA ratio is 0.9x, indicating low leverage. A ratio below 2x is generally considered financially healthy.
Key Metrics
Top Statement Risk
Housing cycle and modular shift
Metrics are mathematically derived from official filings.
Margin Expansion Hits Multi-Quarter High
Gross margin reached 47.4% in Q2 2026, up 70 bps YoY, while operating margin expanded to 25.2%, the highest in ten quarters, as per the latest quarterly report.
The sequential improvement from 43.6% gross margin in Q4 2025 to 47.4% in Q2 2026 suggests pricing discipline and a favorable mix shift toward higher-margin specialty anchors and chemicals. Operating margin expansion outpaced gross margin gains, indicating SG&A leverage from the high-touch sales model. This margin profile appears sustainable given the specification lock moat, but investors should monitor steel price volatility and the integration of ETANCO, which could dilute margins if European dynamics prove less favorable.
ROIC Cyclicality Masks Underlying Strength
ROIC improved to 5.9% in Q2 2026 from 2.5% in Q4 2025, reflecting strong seasonal demand and operational leverage, as reported in financial statements.
The quarterly ROIC figures are heavily influenced by seasonality, with Q4 typically the weakest quarter. Over the trailing twelve months, ROIC appears to be trending upward, driven by margin expansion rather than asset turnover, which remained stable at 0.22. The near-zero debt levels amplify ROE relative to ROIC, but the underlying return on invested capital suggests the company is compounding efficiently, supported by a conservative capital allocation strategy.
Working Capital Cycle Lengthens on Inventory Build
Cash conversion cycle extended to 165 days in Q2 2026 from 181 days a year earlier, driven by higher inventory days, as per the latest quarterly data.
DSO remained stable at 57 days, while DIO rose to 137 days from 156 days in Q2 2025, indicating a deliberate inventory build to support availability and mitigate supply chain disruptions. DPO compressed to 28 days, suggesting SSD is paying suppliers faster, possibly to secure steel supply. The extended CCC ties up cash but is offset by robust FCF generation, which reached 29.4% of revenue in Q2 2026. Investors should monitor whether inventory levels normalize as steel prices stabilize.
Deleveraging Continues with Minimal Debt Burden
Debt-to-equity improved to 0.20 in Q2 2026 from 0.31 in Q2 2024, with D/EBITDA at 2.18, reflecting disciplined debt repayment, as reported in financial statements.
Total debt declined to $423.8M while cash surged to $450.5M, resulting in a net cash position. Interest coverage is not reported for recent quarters, but the low leverage suggests debt service is highly comfortable. The balance sheet provides significant flexibility for bolt-on acquisitions or share repurchases, though the recent move toward larger international deals like ETANCO warrants monitoring for potential integration risk.
Liquidity Buffer Strengthens with Cash Build
Current ratio stands at 3.29 with quick ratio at 2.14, while cash and equivalents jumped to $450.5M from $190.4M a year earlier, per latest balance sheet.
The liquidity position is robust, with a current ratio well above 2 and a quick ratio above 2, indicating minimal reliance on inventory to meet short-term obligations. The cash build provides a cushion against housing cycle downturns and supports continued capital returns. Under a severe stress scenario, such as a 30% drop in housing starts, SSD's low debt and high cash reserves would likely sustain operations without distress.
P/E Misapplied to Cyclical Earnings
The trailing P/E of 22.91 may mislead investors because SSD's earnings are cyclical and currently near a peak, as per current valuation multiples.
Using a single P/E on peak earnings understates the risk of a housing downturn. A more appropriate metric is EV/EBITDA, which at 14.82 is still elevated but better captures the company's cash-generating ability and low leverage. Alternatively, a normalized P/E based on mid-cycle earnings would provide a clearer picture. Investors should also consider the PEG ratio of 1.63, which suggests the market is pricing in moderate growth, but the cyclicality of earnings makes forward estimates uncertain.