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Stephanie L. Sciullo, President of MSA Safety Inc (NYSE:MSA), sold 4,700 shares of the company’s common stock on September 11, 2025. The sales were executed in two transactions, netting Sciullo approximately $810,180. MSA Safety, with a market capitalization of $6.62 billion, has demonstrated strong financial stability with a GOOD health score according to InvestingPro analysis. The company maintains a P/E ratio of 24.07 and has notably maintained dividend payments for 53 consecutive years.
The shares were sold at prices ranging from $172.33 to $172.465. Following the transactions, Sciullo directly owns 11,444 shares of MSA Safety Inc. Currently trading at $169.03, InvestingPro analysis indicates the stock is trading near its Fair Value, with 8 additional key insights available to subscribers. The stock historically trades with low volatility, making it an interesting consideration for stability-focused investors.
In other recent news, MSA Safety reported better-than-expected second-quarter 2025 results, with a notable $11 million revenue contribution from M&C that exceeded consensus estimates. The company’s Detection segment experienced a 6% organic growth, bolstered by strong MSA+ trends. Following these results, Stifel adjusted its price target for MSA Safety to $187, maintaining a Hold rating, while DA Davidson raised its target to $208, continuing to recommend a Buy rating. MSA Safety also appointed Julie A. Beck as the new Chief Financial Officer, effective August 18. Beck previously held a similar position at Terex Corp., a global industrial equipment manufacturer. Additionally, MSA Safety introduced the V-Gard H2 Full Brim Safety Helmet and a new gas detector at the 2025 National Safety Congress & Expo. In a separate development, Mineros S.A. announced a share repurchase program worth up to $12 million through the Colombian Stock Exchange. The buyback will occur during a five-day offer period, with purchases made on a pro-rata basis if the tendered shares exceed the limit.
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