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SS&C Technologies Holdings Inc(SSNC)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
3-STAR RATING
WEAK BUY
BUY for 15 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-6.85% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$78.31
11/05/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SSNC

11/05/2026: SSNC (3-star) is a WEAK-BUY. BUY for 15 days. Simulated Profits (-6.85%). Updated daily EoD!

SS&C Technologies is a substantial player in the financial software and services sector, known for providing critical back-office and administrative tools to investment and healthcare firms. The company has a leading position in fund administration and has built a resilient, recurring revenue model through a history of large-scale acquisitions. Its primary growth opportunity lies in leveraging its existing client base to sell additional technology solutions while expanding its healthcare reach. However, high debt levels from its M&A-driven strategy and competition from emerging fintech rivals remain key risks for investors. SS&C may suit investors looking for long-term growth and steady cash flow while monitoring management's ability to deleverage effectively.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is largely driven by M&A rather than purely organic expansion.
Momentum investorMixed fitStrong fit while signal remains positive, as the stock often trades on successful integration news.
Value investorStrong fitOften trades at reasonable valuation multiples relative to its high cash flow generation.
Dividend investorMixed fitProvides a modest yield but is not primarily a high-dividend income play.
Low-risk investorMixed fitThe company's significant debt load introduces moderate balance sheet risk.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can be sensitive to overall market conditions and interest rate changes.
Valuation riskMediumMarket pricing of M&A success can lead to valuation fluctuations.
Competition risk (Cloud-native fintech)MediumNimble, cloud-native competitors may threaten legacy software segments.
Business qualityStrongHigh switching costs create a durable, recurring revenue stream.
Dividend incomeLowDividends are supplementary rather than the core thesis.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessful integration of large acquisitions is critical for long-term value.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 20.24%
Avg. Invested days 54
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
SSNC receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
SSNC has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+4.8%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 26.6%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+6.6%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
SSNC's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $1.7B (26.6% of revenue). Operating efficiency is solid (4 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is SSNC's strongest growth driver at +25.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+6.6%, moderate) and earnings growth (+4.8%, moderate) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 89.2% and approximately 85.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 14.43% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 7.17%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.19%
FMR Inc 5.13%
Pzena Investment Management, LLC 4.70%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.95%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
SSNC generates approximately $482 of gross profit, $229 of operating income, and $266 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 18.07%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
SSNC has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 18.67B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 23.33
1Y Target Price 98.56
Price to earnings Ratio 23.33
1Y Target Price 98.56
Volume (30-day avg) 1.8M shares
Beta 1.04
52 Weeks Range 61.18 - 89.81
Updated Date 11/05/2026
52 Weeks Range 61.18 - 89.81
Updated Date 11/05/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.37%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.41

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Software ServicesLicense fees and maintenance revenue from investment management platforms.Steady revenue from software clients that renew subscriptions.
Fund AdministrationOutsourced middle and back-office accounting and reporting.Service fees tied to the volume and complexity of client assets.
Healthcare TechnologyClaims processing and benefit management solutions.Revenue generated from helping health organizations manage administrative workflows.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-22
When After Market
Estimate 1.59
Actual 1.78

Profitability

Profit Margin 12.76%
Operating Margin (TTM) 24.22%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.99%
Return on Equity (TTM) 12.42%

Valuation

Trailing PE 23.33
Forward PE 10.59
Enterprise Value 26.11B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.79
Enterprise Value 26.11B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.79
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.91
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.55
Shares Outstanding 234.65M
Shares Floating 200.06M
Shares Outstanding 234.65M
Shares Floating 200.06M
Percent Insiders 14.43
Percent Institutions 89.2

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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