MSA Safety (MSA)

Currency in USD
174.18
-2.76(-1.56%)
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After Hours
174.15-0.03(-0.02%)
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Day's Range
172.81179.50
52 wk Range
127.86187.41
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
176.94
Open
178.25
Day's Range
172.81-179.5
52 wk Range
127.86-187.41
Volume
285.7K
Average Volume (3m)
218.81K
1-Year Change
-1.59%
Book Value / Share
31.78
Fair Value
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Price Target
190.80
Upside
+9.54%
Members' Sentiments
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5 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

MSA Safety Company Profile

MSA Safety Incorporated develops, manufactures, and supplies safety products and technology solutions that protect people and facility infrastructures worldwide. The company offers breathing apparatus products, including self-contained breathing apparatus; firefighter helmets and protective apparel; and fixed gas and flame detection systems, such as fixed gas detection monitoring systems, flame detectors and open-path infrared gas detectors, and refrigerant detection and identification solution, as well as hand-held portable gas detection instruments to detect the presence or absence of various gases in the air. It also provides industrial head protection products; and fall protection equipment, such as confined space equipment, harnesses, lanyards, and self-retracting lifelines, as well as engineered systems. In addition, the company offers air-purifying respirators, eye and face protection products, ballistic helmets, and gas masks. It serves fire service, energy, utility, construction, and industrial manufacturing applications, as well as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industries through distributors and end-users through indirect and direct sales channels. The company offers its products under the V-Gard, Cairns, and Gallet brand names. MSA Safety Incorporated was founded in 1914 and is based in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania.

MSA Safety Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2025

  • MSA Safety reported Q2 2025 EPS of $1.93, beating estimates by 8.43%, with revenue of $474 million exceeding forecasts by 6.17%
  • Stock price rose 2.67% post-earnings to $177.45, reflecting investor confidence in performance and future prospects
  • Company maintains low single-digit full-year organic growth outlook, with M&C Tech Group acquisition expected to add 2 points to revenue growth
  • Detection and fall protection segments showed strong market growth, offsetting challenges in industrial markets
  • Free cash flow reached $38 million, representing 60% of earnings, despite slight declines in gross and operating margins
Last Updated: 05/08/2025, 18:58
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P/E Ratio
24.6x−36.6x12.7x
PEG Ratio
11.830.250.03
Price/Book
5.5x1.1x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
3.7x0.4x1.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
6.2%90.8%15.8%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

3 Buy
3 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
6 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 190.80
(+9.54% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 7.04%
Dividend Yield
1.22%
Industry Median 1.34%
Annualised payout
2.12
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+4.04%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Aug 04, 2025
EPS / Forecast
1.93 / 1.78
Revenue / Forecast
474.00M / 446.46M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

MSA Income Statement

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FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does MSA Safety Trade On?

MSA Safety is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for MSA Safety?

The stock symbol for MSA Safety is "MSA."

What Is the MSA Safety Market Cap?

As of today, MSA Safety market cap is 6.82B.

What Is MSA Safety's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The MSA Safety EPS (TTM) is 7.04.

When Is the Next MSA Safety Earnings Date?

MSA Safety will release its next earnings report on 21 Oct 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is MSA a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Sell.

How Many Times Has MSA Safety Stock Split?

MSA Safety has split 5 times.

How Many Employees Does MSA Safety Have?

MSA Safety has 5200 employees.

What is the current trading status of MSA Safety (MSA)?

As of 11 Aug 2025, MSA Safety (MSA) is trading at a price of 174.18, with a previous close of 176.94. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 172.81 to 179.50, while its 52-week range spans from 127.86 to 187.41.
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