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Simpson Manufacturing CoSSD +0.76%96 EV-to-OCF is 16.04 as of Jul. 23, 2026, which is 14% below its 10-year median of 18.62. GuruFocus rates SSD with a GF Score™ of 96/100 and a GF Value™ of $185.48 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 286 Forest Products companies, Simpson Manufacturing Co ranks worse than 72.73% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Simpson Manufacturing Co's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
SSD'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.4 Med: 18.62 Max: 38.42
Current: 16.04
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Simpson Manufacturing Co was 38.42. The lowest was 10.40. And the median was 18.62.
SSD's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 72.73% of 286
companies
in the Forest Products industry
Industry Median: 7.82
vs SSD: 16.04
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Simpson Manufacturing Co (NYSE:SSD) EV-to-OCF Explanation
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Simpson Manufacturing Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Simpson Manufacturing Co's share price for today is $186.80.
Simpson Manufacturing Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $8.530.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Simpson Manufacturing Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Simpson Manufacturing Co EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Lumber & Wood Production subindustry, Simpson Manufacturing Co's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Simpson Manufacturing Co EV-to-OCF vs Forest Products Industry
For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Simpson Manufacturing Co's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Simpson Manufacturing Co's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Simpson Manufacturing Co's current Enterprise Value is $7,804 Mil.
Simpson Manufacturing Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $487 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Simpson Manufacturing Co (SSD) has a EV-to-OCF of 16.04 as of Jul. 23, 2026. This is 14% below median its historical median of 18.62. Over the past decade, Simpson Manufacturing Co's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.40 to 38.42. According to the industry distribution chart, Simpson Manufacturing Co ranks #208 out of 286 companies in the Forest Products industry, placing it in the top 72.7%.
Is Simpson Manufacturing Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
Simpson Manufacturing Co's current EV-to-OCF of 16.04 is 14% below median its 10-year median of 18.62. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.40 to a high of 38.42. The Forest Products industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.82. Simpson Manufacturing Co's value of 16.04 is 105.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Simpson Manufacturing Co ranks #208 out of 286 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Simpson Manufacturing Co has a GF Score™ of 96/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Simpson Manufacturing Co's EV-to-OCF compare to UFPI and BCC?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Simpson Manufacturing Co ranks #208 out of 286 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Simpson Manufacturing Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.82. Simpson Manufacturing Co's value of 16.04 is 105.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Simpson Manufacturing Co's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.40 to 38.42 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.62 vs. the industry median of 7.82, Simpson Manufacturing Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Forest Products company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Forest Products companies is 7.82, based on 286 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Simpson Manufacturing Co's current EV-to-OCF of 16.04 is 105.1% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Forest Products industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Simpson Manufacturing Co's current EV-to-OCF is 16.04, which is 14% below median its own 10-year median of 18.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Simpson Manufacturing Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Simpson Manufacturing Co (SSD) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $185.48, compared to a current price of $186.80 — trading 0.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 16.04, which is 14% below median its 10-year median of 18.62 and 105.1% above the Forest Products industry median of 7.82. Simpson Manufacturing Co's overall GF Score™ is 96/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Simpson Manufacturing Co (SSD), the current EV-to-OCF is 16.04 as of Jul. 23, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Simpson Manufacturing Co (SSD) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Simpson Manufacturing Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $186.80 is trading 0.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $185.48.
GuruFocus considers Simpson Manufacturing Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for SSD:
EV-to-OCF: 16.04 (14% below median its 10-year median of 18.62)
GF Value™: $185.48 vs. price of $186.80 (0.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 105.1% above the Forest Products median (#208 of 286)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SSD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Simpson Manufacturing Co Inc designs, manufactures, and markets systems and products to make buildings and structures safe and secure. It produces wood construction products, including connectors, truss plates, fastening systems, fasteners, and shearwalls, as well as concrete construction products such as adhesives, specialty chemicals, mechanical anchors, powder actuated tools, and fiber reinforcing materials. The company serves residential, industrial, commercial, and infrastructure construction, remodeling, and do-it-yourself markets, operating exclusively in the building products industry. It has three regional segments: North America, Europe, and Asia/Pacific. The majority of its revenue comes from wood products.
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