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SouthState Corporation (SSB) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

SouthState Corporation stock (SSB) is currently trading at $91.71. SouthState Corporation PE ratio is 11.57. SouthState Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.58. Analyst consensus price target for SSB is $118.85. WallStSmart rates SSB as Strong Buy.

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SSB

SouthState Corporation

NYSEFINANCIAL SERVICES
$91.71
$0.64 (0.70%)
52W$75.81
$108.46
Target$118.85+29.6%

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SSB Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · SouthState Corporation (SSB)

Margin of Safety
+71.8%
Strong Buy Zone
SSB Fair Value
$368.32
Graham Formula
Current Price
$91.71
$276.61 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $368.32
Overvalued
Price $91.71
Graham IV $368.32
Analyst $118.85

SSB trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $368.32, offering a 72% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

SouthState Corporation (SSB) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

86
out of 100
Grade: A
Exceptional Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, operating margin, price/book. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.

SouthState Corporation (SSB) Key Strengths (8)

Avg Score: 9.4/10
Operating MarginProfitability
51.10%10/10

Keeps $51 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs

Price/BookValuation
0.9710/10

Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets

Revenue GrowthGrowth
52.00%10/10

Revenue surging 52.00% year-over-year

EPS GrowthGrowth
31.10%10/10

Earnings per share surging 31.10% year-over-year

Profit MarginProfitability
31.20%10/10

Keeps $31 of every $100 in revenue as net profit

Institutional Own.Quality
84.97%10/10

84.97% of shares held by major funds and institutions

PEG RatioValuation
1.458/10

Good growth relative to its price

Market CapQuality
$9.15B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
11.57
Undervalued
Forward P/E
9.96
Attractive
Trailing P/E
11.57
Undervalued
SSB Target Price
$118.85
20% Upside

SouthState Corporation (SSB) Areas to Watch (2)

Avg Score: 5.5/10
Return on EquityProfitability
10.70%5/10

Moderate profitability with room for improvement

Price/SalesValuation
3.586/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 3.58x sales

SouthState Corporation (SSB) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 86/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a A grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 8 register as strengths (avg 9.4/10) while 2 fall into concern territory (avg 5.5/10). All four categories (Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality) show healthy scores, indicating broadly sound fundamentals.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.45), Price/Book (0.97) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 51.10%, Profit Margin at 31.20%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 52.00%, EPS Growth at 31.10%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Return on Equity, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (3.58) suggest expensive pricing. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 10.70%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 10.70% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 52.00% strong but requiring continuation.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

The combination of Operating Margin and Price/Book makes a compelling case at current levels. The key risk is Return on Equity, but the overall fundamental picture is positive with a clear path to maintaining or improving the current A grade.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

SSB Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

SSB's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.58x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 17.74x (2th percentile). The current valuation is 90% below its historical high of 35.02x set in Dec 2006, and 1% above its historical low of 3.53x in Mar 2026.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for SouthState Corporation (SSB) · FINANCIAL SERVICESBANKS - REGIONAL

The Big Picture

SouthState Corporation is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 2.6B with 52% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 31.2%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 52% YoY, reaching 2.6B. This pace significantly outperforms most BANKS - REGIONAL peers.

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 1070.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

What to Watch Next

Growth sustainability: can SouthState Corporation maintain 52%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Sector dynamics: monitor BANKS - REGIONAL industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact SouthState Corporation.

Bottom Line

SouthState Corporation offers an attractive blend of growth (52% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions(79 last 3 months)

Total Buys
58
Total Sells
21
Mar 12, 2026(1 transaction)
BROOKS, RENEE R
Chief Operating Officer
Sell
Shares
-2,128
Feb 18, 2026(1 transaction)
MURRAY, RICHARD IV
President
Sell
Shares
-10,156
Feb 5, 2026(1 transaction)
MURRAY, RICHARD IV
President
Sell
Shares
-40

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 8:21:59 AM

About SouthState Corporation(SSB)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Industry

BANKS - REGIONAL

Country

USA

South State Corporation is the banking holding company for South State Bank offering a range of banking products and services. The company is headquartered in Winter Haven, Florida.