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Simpson Strong-Tie: Flat Housing Market, Yet Above-Market Growth—What’s Driving The Outperformance?

Simpson Manufacturing Company reported full-year 2025 net sales of $2.3 billion, representing a 4.5% increase from 2024, driven primarily by pricing actions (~3%), acquisitions (~1%), and foreign exchange (~1%), partially offset by a 1% volume decline amid weaker housing starts. North American net sales grew to $1.8 billion, up 4.5%, although volumes declined due to regional housing market softness, especially in the Southern and Western U.S., areas typically characterized by higher content per unit. The company emphasized its growing focus on premium offerings such as software, services, and equipment, which contribute to revenue but are not captured in traditional volume metrics. Segment performance was mixed. The OEM division experienced strong double-digit volume growth, particularly in off-site construction and mass timber projects, an area seen as a key growth opportunity despite being a smaller part of the portfolio.