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MSA Safety(NYSE) MSA

Current Price$174.97
Market Cap$6.74BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1988)+10,901%
5 Year+14%
1 Year-0%
1 Month+6%
MSA Safety last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 174.642026-07-24
MSA Safety stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+2.11%USD 171.032026-07-17
1 month+5.66%USD 165.292026-06-24
3 month+3.14%USD 169.322026-04-24
Year to date+9.68%USD 159.232025-12-31
1 year-0.05%USD 174.732025-07-24
3 year+7.85%USD 161.932023-07-25
5 year+14.1%USD 153.062021-07-23
Since inception+10,900.81%USD 1.591988-02-16

MSA Safety Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$6.74BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$1.92B

Net Income (TTM)

$290.59M

EPS (TTM)

$7.41

P/E Ratio

23.57

Dividend

$2.13

Beta (Volatility)

0.80 (Low)

Price

$174.97

Volume

199,075.062

Open

$175.32

Previous Close

$174.64

Daily Range

$172.88 - $176.56

52-Week Range

$151.11 - $208.92

Estimated Earnings Date

Jul 30, 2026

MSA News

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About MSA Safety

MSA Safety makes equipment that keeps workers and industrial buildings safe. Their gear protects people in dangerous places like fire scenes, construction sites, and factories. These tools help workers breathe, detect hidden gas leaks, and prevent falls from high places.

What They Build

  • Detection: Permanently installed systems and handheld devices used to find toxic or combustible gases in industrial and utility settings.
  • Fire Service: Specialized gear including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), helmets, and protective clothing for firefighters.
  • Industrial PPE: Personal protective equipment such as V-Gard hard hats and fall-protection harnesses for construction and energy workers.

Growth and Expansion

  • Acquired M&C TechGroup in May 2025 to add advanced gas analysis systems for critical environments to the portfolio.
  • Launched the MSA+ ecosystem, a subscription-based model that combines hardware with safety software and services.
  • Integrated Bristol Uniforms and Globe to expand the reach of firefighter protective apparel in both the International and Americas segments.

Global Protection Network

The company operates manufacturing and research facilities across North America, Europe, China, and Africa to meet specific regional safety regulations. They reach customers through a network of over 1,800 authorized distributor locations around the world.

The Scorecard

  • Net sales reached $510.9 million in Q4 2025, up 2.2% from $499.7 million in Q4 2024.
  • Operating income rose to $144.1 million in Q4 2025, a 22.4% increase over the previous year.
  • Free cash flow hit $106 million in Q4 2025, up 13.4% from $93.5 million in Q4 2024.
  • Net income was $86.9 million in Q4 2025, down 1.2% from $87.9 million in the prior-year period.

Bottom Line

MSA Safety has transitioned from a traditional equipment manufacturer into a technology-focused safety company using cloud-based software and connected devices. This focus on integrated solutions helps maintain its position across highly regulated global markets.

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Industry

Commercial Services and Supplies

Sector

Industrials

Employees

5,300

CEO

Steven C. Blanco, Sr., MBA

Website

www.msasafety.com

Headquarters

Cranberry Township, PA 16066-5207, US

MSA Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

46.80%

Operating Margin

22.01%

Net Income Margin

15.16%

Return on Equity

22.03%

Return on Capital

20.16%

Return on Assets

11.33%

Earnings Yield

4.24%

Dividend Yield

1.22%

Payout Ratio

28.52%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$6.74BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

38.60M

Volume

199.08K

Avg. Volume

315.98K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$897.30M

Operating Income

$421.95M

EBITDA

$491.59M

Operating Cash Flow

$377.72M

Capital Expenditure

-$68.24M

Free Cash Flow

$309.48M

Cash & ST Invst.

$180.16M

Total Debt

$658.35M

MSA Safety Performance Analysis

MSA Safety annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 1,527,953,0009.1%
20232023-12-31USD 1,787,647,00017.0%
20242024-12-31USD 1,808,140,0001.1%
20252025-12-31USD 1,874,814,0003.7%
MSA Safety sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-3012.5%
Q32025-09-30-1.2%
Q42025-12-319.1%
Q12026-03-31-9.3%
MSA Safety annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 4.56744.9%
20232023-12-31USD 1.48-67.5%
20242024-12-31USD 7.21386.1%
20252025-12-31USD 7.09-1.7%
MSA Safety sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-305.3%
Q32025-09-3011.3%
Q42025-12-3124.9%
Q12026-03-31-17.2%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$463.63M

+10.0%

Gross Profit

$219.58M

+13.5%

Gross Margin

47.36%

N/A

Market Cap

$6.74BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$1.27M

N/A

Employees

5,300

N/A

Net Income

$71.27M

+19.6%

EBITDA

$119.05M

+17.8%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$180.16M

+5.6%

Total Debt

$658.35M

+20.2%

Accounts Receivable

$325.01M

+10.4%

Inventory

$352.31M

+14.9%

Long Term Debt

$650.28M

+26.3%

Short Term Debt

$8.07M

-75.4%

Return on Assets

11.33%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

18.48%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$65.10M

+27.5%

Operating Cash Flow

$75.69M

+22.4%

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Questions About MSA

What is the current price of MSA Safety?

MSA Safety is trading at $174.64 per share.

What is the 52-week range for MSA Safety?

Over the past 52 weeks, MSA Safety has traded between $151.11 and $208.92.

How much debt does MSA Safety have?

As of the most recent reporting period, MSA Safety reported total debt of $658.35M.

How much cash does MSA Safety have on hand?

MSA Safety reported $181.34M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is MSA Safety’s dividend yield?

MSA Safety currently has a dividend yield of 1.22%.

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