Simpson Manufacturing Company Inc (SSD)vsUfp Industries Inc (UFPI)
SSD
Simpson Manufacturing Company Inc
$193.44
-1.98%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.79B
UFPI
Ufp Industries Inc
$91.86
-0.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ufp Industries Inc generates 157% more annual revenue ($6.23B vs $2.42B). SSD leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs 4.0%. UFPI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.67. SSD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
SSD
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
UFPI
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SSD.
Margin of Safety
-17.8%
Fair Value
$98.01
Current Price
$91.86
$6.15 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 24.4%
Earnings expanding 25.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% revenue growth
4.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SSD
The strongest argument for SSD centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 24.4%.
Bull Case : UFPI
The strongest argument for UFPI centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : SSD
The primary concerns for SSD are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UFPI
The primary concerns for UFPI are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SSD profiles as a mature stock while UFPI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SSD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
SSD is growing revenue faster at 6.3% — sustainability is the question.
SSD generates stronger free cash flow (18M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SSD scores higher overall (62/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Simpson Manufacturing Company Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · LUMBER & WOOD PRODUCTION · USA
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. designs, designs, manufactures and sells products for the construction of wooden and concrete buildings. The company is headquartered in Pleasanton, California.
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BASIC MATERIALS · LUMBER & WOOD PRODUCTION · USA
UFP Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets wood and wood alternatives in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. The company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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