Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. Reports Q2 2026 Earnings
Simpson Manufacturing reported a net sales growth of 6.3% in the second quarter, driven by pricing actions from 2025 and strong performance in its OEM business due to momentum in material handling and mass timber projects. However, global volumes declined slightly amid market softness, with residential construction activity affected by affordability issues. The company's gross margin expanded by 100 basis points to 47.4%, supported by pricing discipline but partially offset by startup costs at its new Gallatin facility. Operating margin reached 25.2% due in part to a $5.5 million eminent domain settlement and controlled operating expenses. Looking ahead, Simpson expects U.S. housing starts to decline slightly for the year with softer performance expected in the second half as pricing actions are fully lapped. The company anticipates rising steel costs and tariffs will pressure margins later this year.
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