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MSA Stock Chart & Stats
$173.21
-$0.21(-0.13%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$173.21
-$0.21(-0.13%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$151.11 - $208.92
Previous CloseN/A
Volume25.01K
Average Volume (3M)355.72K
Market Cap
$6.46B
Enterprise Value$6.66B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$180.16M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$658.35M
Price to Earnings (P/E)22.6
Beta0.90
Next Earnings
Jul 29, 2026EPS Estimate
2.14Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.3%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)7.43
Shares Outstanding38,604,088
10 Day Avg. Volume294,461
30 Day Avg. Volume355,720
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-12.54
Price to Book (P/B)4.59
Price to Sales (P/S)3.35
P/FCF Ratio21.26
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.03
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.48
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit7.43
Enterprise Value/Ebitda13.55
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$201.67Price Target Upside16.43% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering4
EPS Forecast (FY)8.88
Revenue Forecast (FY)$2.00B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High And Improving ProfitabilityMSA has restored durable operating profitability with TTM net margin ~15% and EBIT margin ~22%, driving a TTM ROE ~22%. These sustained margins improve cash conversion, support reinvestment and shareholder returns, and provide a buffer against cyclical demand over the next several quarters.
Solid Cash Generation And Capital ReturnsOperating cash flow exceeding net income (~1.34x) and improving free cash flow underpin durable financial flexibility. Strong quarterly FCF, large repurchase authorization and $1.2B liquidity enable sustained buybacks, dividends and M&A funding without immediate solvency stress over the next 2–6 months.
Strategic Acquisition Expands Addressable MarketAcquiring Autronica broadens MSA's fixed fire and gas detection footprint into energy, marine and infrastructure markets, materially expanding the addressable market. The deal is modeled accretive in year one and offers multi-year synergy potential, strengthening product breadth and cross-sell opportunities long term.
Bears Say
International Organic Weakness And Margin PressureSignificant international organic contraction and a >400bp margin decline indicate persistent demand and pricing weakness in key geographies. This structural regional softness can weigh on consolidated growth and margins for several quarters, making results reliant on a recovery in Europe and other markets.
Near-term Leverage And Margin Dilution From AutronicaThe acquisition raises pro forma leverage and interest expense and brings a lower-margin business into the portfolio, producing modest short-term dilution to consolidated margins. Sustaining a comfortable balance-sheet profile depends on timely synergy capture and steady earnings over the next 2–3 years.
Exposure To Geopolitical, Grant-timing And Cost PressuresOngoing geopolitical disruption, delayed grant-funded fire service orders and inflation/tariff-driven input cost pressures create structural uncertainty in order timing and margin profiles. These factors can produce uneven revenue recognition and sustained margin volatility across several quarters.
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MSA FAQ
What was MSA Safety Incorporated’s price range in the past 12 months?
MSA Safety Incorporated lowest stock price was $151.10 and its highest was $208.92 in the past 12 months.
What is MSA Safety Incorporated’s market cap?
MSA Safety Incorporated’s market cap is $6.46B.
When is MSA Safety Incorporated’s upcoming earnings report date?
MSA Safety Incorporated’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 29, 2026 which is in 19 days.
How were MSA Safety Incorporated’s earnings last quarter?
MSA Safety Incorporated released its earnings results on May 04, 2026. The company reported $1.99 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.826 by $0.164.
Is MSA Safety Incorporated overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts MSA Safety Incorporated’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does MSA Safety Incorporated pay dividends?
MSA Safety Incorporated pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.54 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.3%. See more information on MSA Safety Incorporated dividends here
What is MSA Safety Incorporated’s EPS estimate?
MSA Safety Incorporated’s EPS estimate is 2.14.
How many shares outstanding does MSA Safety Incorporated have?
MSA Safety Incorporated has 38,604,088 shares outstanding.
What happened to MSA Safety Incorporated’s price movement after its last earnings report?
MSA Safety Incorporated reported an EPS of $1.99 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.826. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.184%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of MSA Safety Incorporated?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MSA
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$201.67 (16.43% Upside)
$201.67 (16.43% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MSA Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 64%
Sector Average 64%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 74.4K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $71.1K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 5.5%
Last 30 Days ▼ 8.5%
Last 30 Days ▼ 8.5%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-2.79%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
22.02%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
14.67%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
MSA Safety Incorporated
MSA Safety Incorporated is a prominent global manufacturer and provider of safety equipment, specializing in the engineering, production, and distribution of solutions designed to safeguard both personnel and critical infrastructure. The company serves a diverse range of high-risk sectors, including the energy industry (oil, gas, and petrochemical), emergency services (fire departments), construction, industrial manufacturing, utilities, military, and mining. Its international footprint extends significantly across North America, Latin America, and other global markets. Among its principal offerings are permanently installed systems for gas and flame detection, encompassing sophisticated monitoring units, flame sensors, and open-path infrared detectors. These are complemented by essential replacement parts and associated services, all crucial for identifying the presence or absence of various atmospheric gases. The company also provides advanced respiratory protection, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), alongside portable gas detection devices for on-the-go analysis. MSA Safety's product line further includes a comprehensive range of head protection solutions for industrial use, as well as specialized helmets and protective clothing tailored for firefighters. Additionally, the company offers robust fall protection systems, featuring confined space apparatus, safety harnesses, lanyards, and self-retracting lifelines, often integrated into custom-engineered safety setups. Further expanding its portfolio, the company supplies air-purifying respirators, eye and face shields, ballistic helmets, and gas masks. Distribution reaches both end-users and wholesale partners via direct and indirect sales channels. Its products are marketed under well-known brand names such as V-Gard, Cairns, and Gallet. Founded in 1914, MSA Safety Incorporated maintains its headquarters in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania.
MSA Company Deck
MSA Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a solid operational and financial start to 2026 with double-digit reported revenue growth, strong margin expansion, healthy free cash flow, a substantial share repurchase program, product launches, and an accretive strategic acquisition (Autronica). Counterbalancing these positives are material near-term headwinds in International (organic decline and margin compression), geopolitical disruption in the Middle East, timing delays in fire service grant-funded orders, and ongoing inflation/tariff and supply chain pressures. Management reaffirmed mid-single-digit organic guidance and expects international recovery later in the year, supporting a constructive outlook despite regional uncertainties.View all MSA earnings summariesMSA Net sales Breakdown
69.12% Americas
30.88% International

MSA Stock 12 Month Forecast
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Average Price Target
$201.67
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Ownership Overview
0.91% Insiders
25.44% Mutual Funds
0.11% Other Institutional Investors
48.30% Public Companies and
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