SSD (Simpson Manufacturing Co) Beneish M-Score: -2.64 (As of Jun. 26, 2026)


SSD Simpson Manufacturing Co Inc SSD
96 GF Score
Price $209.64
GF Value $184.96
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Simpson Manufacturing Co Beneish M-Score?

Simpson Manufacturing Co SSD +1.48% 96 Beneish M-Score is -2.64 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates SSD with a GF Score™ of 96/100 and a GF Value™ of $184.96 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 273 Forest Products companies, Simpson Manufacturing Co ranks better than 58.61% on this metric.

The zones of discrimination for M-Score is as such:

An M-Score of equal or less than -1.78 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.
An M-Score of greater than -1.78 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

Good Sign:

Beneish M-Score -2.64 no higher than -1.78, which implies that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

The historical rank and industry rank for Simpson Manufacturing Co's Beneish M-Score or its related term are showing as below:

SSD' s Beneish M-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -3.01   Med: -2.5   Max: -0.94
Current: -2.64

During the past 13 years, the highest Beneish M-Score of Simpson Manufacturing Co was -0.94. The lowest was -3.01. And the median was -2.50.


Simpson Manufacturing Co Beneish M-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Simpson Manufacturing Co's Beneish M-Score can be seen below:

* 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 Beneish M-Score Chart

Simpson Manufacturing Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Beneish M-Score
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -1.86 -1.85 -2.59 -2.44 -2.61

Simpson Manufacturing Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Beneish M-Score Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.35 -2.34 -2.49 -2.61 -2.64

SSD vs UFPI, BCC, JCTC: Beneish M-Score Comparison

For the Lumber & Wood Production subindustry, Simpson Manufacturing Co's Beneish M-Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Beneish M-Score 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 Beneish M-Score vs Forest Products Industry

For the Forest Products industry and Basic Materials sector, Simpson Manufacturing Co's Beneish M-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Simpson Manufacturing Co's Beneish M-Score falls into.


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Simpson Manufacturing Co Beneish M-Score Calculation

The M-score was created by Professor Messod Beneish. Instead of measuring the bankruptcy risk (Altman Z-Score) or business trend (Piotroski F-Score), M-score can be used to detect the risk of earnings manipulation. This is the original research paper on M-score.

The M-Score Variables:

The M-score of Simpson Manufacturing Co for today is based on a combination of the following eight different indices:

M=-4.84+0.92 * DSRI+0.528 * GMI+0.404 * AQI+0.892 * SGI+0.115 * DEPI
=-4.84+0.92 * 1.0084+0.528 * 1.0106+0.404 * 0.9337+0.892 * 1.0631+0.115 * 0.9718
-0.172 * SGAI+4.679 * TATA-0.327 * LVGI
-0.172 * 1.013+4.679 * -0.045462-0.327 * 0.9538
=-2.64

* 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.

This Year (Mar26) TTM:Last Year (Mar25) TTM:
Total Receivables was $400 Mil.
Revenue was 587.964 + 539.345 + 623.513 + 631.055 = $2,382 Mil.
Gross Profit was 265.891 + 233.853 + 289.262 + 294.45 = $1,083 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $1,355 Mil.
Total Assets was $3,043 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $733 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $97 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $547 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $399 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $445 Mil.
Net Income was 88.216 + 56.214 + 107.444 + 103.541 = $355 Mil.
Non Operating Income was -3.37 + -2.555 + 14.549 + -1.492 = $7 Mil.
Cash Flow from Operations was 35.547 + 155.687 + 170.194 + 125.215 = $487 Mil.
Total Receivables was $373 Mil.
Revenue was 538.895 + 517.429 + 587.153 + 596.978 = $2,240 Mil.
Gross Profit was 250.566 + 225.729 + 275.057 + 278.547 = $1,030 Mil.
Total Current Assets was $1,204 Mil.
Total Assets was $2,823 Mil.
Property, Plant and Equipment(Net PPE) was $670 Mil.
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization(DDA) was $85 Mil.
Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) was $508 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was $380 Mil.
Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation was $440 Mil.




1. DSRI = Days Sales in Receivables Index

Measured as the ratio of Revenue in Total Receivables in year t to year t-1.

A large increase in DSR could be indicative of revenue inflation.

DSRI=(Receivables_t / Revenue_t) / (Receivables_t-1 / Revenue_t-1)
=(400.082 / 2381.877) / (373.198 / 2240.455)
=0.167969 / 0.166572
=1.0084

2. GMI = Gross Margin Index

Measured as the ratio of gross margin in year t-1 to gross margin in year t.

Gross margin has deteriorated when this index is above 1. A firm with poorer prospects is more likely to manipulate earnings.

GMI=GrossMargin_t-1 / GrossMargin_t
=(GrossProfit_t-1 / Revenue_t-1) / (GrossProfit_t / Revenue_t)
=(1029.899 / 2240.455) / (1083.456 / 2381.877)
=0.459683 / 0.454875
=1.0106

3. AQI = Asset Quality Index

AQI is the ratio of asset quality in year t to year t-1.

Asset quality is measured as the ratio of non-current assets other than Property, Plant and Equipment to Total Assets.

AQI=(1 - (CurrentAssets_t + PPE_t) / TotalAssets_t) / (1 - (CurrentAssets_t-1 + PPE_t-1) / TotalAssets_t-1)
=(1 - (1355.489 + 733.17) / 3043.407) / (1 - (1204.245 + 670.204) / 2822.956)
=0.31371 / 0.335998
=0.9337

4. SGI = Sales Growth Index

Ratio of Revenue in year t to sales in year t-1.

Sales growth is not itself a measure of manipulation. However, growth companies are likely to find themselves under pressure to manipulate in order to keep up appearances.

SGI=Sales_t / Sales_t-1
=Revenue_t / Revenue_t-1
=2381.877 / 2240.455
=1.0631

5. DEPI = Depreciation Index

Measured as the ratio of the rate of Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization in year t-1 to the corresponding rate in year t.

DEPI greater than 1 indicates that assets are being depreciated at a slower rate. This suggests that the firm might be revising useful asset life assumptions upwards, or adopting a new method that is income friendly.

DEPI=(Depreciation_t-1 / (Depreciaton_t-1 + PPE_t-1)) / (Depreciation_t / (Depreciaton_t + PPE_t))
=(85.403 / (85.403 + 670.204)) / (96.5 / (96.5 + 733.17))
=0.113026 / 0.116311
=0.9718

Note: If the Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization data is not available, we assume that the depreciation rate is constant and set the Depreciation Index to 1.

6. SGAI = Sales, General and Administrative expenses Index

The ratio of Selling, General, & Admin. Expense(SGA) to Sales in year t relative to year t-1.

SGA expenses index > 1 means that the company is becoming less efficient in generate sales.

SGAI=(SGA_t / Sales_t) / (SGA_t-1 /Sales_t-1)
=(546.689 / 2381.877) / (507.642 / 2240.455)
=0.22952 / 0.22658
=1.013

7. LVGI = Leverage Index

The ratio of total debt to Total Assets in year t relative to yeat t-1.

An LVGI > 1 indicates an increase in leverage

LVGI=((LTD_t + CurrentLiabilities_t) / TotalAssets_t) / ((LTD_t-1 + CurrentLiabilities_t-1) / TotalAssets_t-1)
=((444.9 + 398.53) / 3043.407) / ((440.191 + 380.03) / 2822.956)
=0.277133 / 0.290554
=0.9538

8. TATA = Total Accruals to Total Assets

Total accruals calculated as the change in working capital accounts other than cash less depreciation.

TATA=(IncomefromContinuingOperations_t - CashFlowsfromOperations_t) / TotalAssets_t
=(NetIncome_t - NonOperatingIncome_t - CashFlowsfromOperations_t) / TotalAssets_t
=(355.415 - 7.132 - 486.643) / 3043.407
=-0.045462

An M-Score of equal or less than -1.78 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator. An M-Score of greater than -1.78 signals that the company is likely to be a manipulator.

Simpson Manufacturing Co has a M-score of -2.64 suggests that the company is unlikely to be a manipulator.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Beneish M-Score →
What does a Beneish M-Score of -2.64 mean?
Simpson Manufacturing Co (SSD) has a Beneish M-Score of -2.64 as of Jun. 26, 2026. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Simpson Manufacturing Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Simpson Manufacturing Co ranks #113 out of 273 companies in the Forest Products industry, placing it in the top 41.4%.
Is Simpson Manufacturing Co's Beneish M-Score too high?
Simpson Manufacturing Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.64. Based on the distribution chart, Simpson Manufacturing Co ranks #113 out of 273 companies in the Forest Products industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Simpson Manufacturing Co has a GF Score™ of 96/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Simpson Manufacturing Co's Beneish M-Score compare to UFPI and BCC?
According to the Forest Products industry distribution chart, Simpson Manufacturing Co ranks #113 out of 273 companies for Beneish M-Score. This puts Simpson Manufacturing Co in the upper half of its industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Beneish M-Score for a Forest Products company?
A good Beneish M-Score depends on the Forest Products industry context. However, Beneish M-Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Beneish M-Score mean?
A high Beneish M-Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The Beneish M-score measures the likelihood of earnings manipulation. View historical data on Simpson Manufacturing Co and its competitors. Simpson Manufacturing Co's current Beneish M-Score is -2.64. 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 Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $184.96, compared to a current price of $209.64 — trading 13.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Beneish M-Score is -2.64. Simpson Manufacturing Co's overall GF Score™ is 96/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Beneish M-Score calculated?
Beneish M-Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Simpson Manufacturing Co (SSD), the current Beneish M-Score is -2.64 as of Jun. 26, 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 $209.64 is trading 13.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $184.96. GuruFocus considers Simpson Manufacturing Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SSD:

  • Beneish M-Score: -2.64
  • GF Value™: $184.96 vs. price of $209.64 (13.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 96/100 with 6 warning signs

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 Business Description

Other Exchanges TWL:Germany
Address 5956 W. Las Positas Boulevard, Pleasanton, CA, USA, 94588
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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