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MSC Industrial Direct(NYSE) MSM

Market Cap$6.63BMarket 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 (1995)+2,009%
5 Year+76%
1 Year+40%
1 Month-2%
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$118.54
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After hours$118.72+$0.18 (+0.15%)
MSC Industrial Direct last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 118.722026-10-26
MSC Industrial Direct stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-7.43%USD 128.252026-10-19
1 month-2.06%USD 121.222026-09-25
3 month-4.86%USD 124.782026-07-28
Year to date+45.07%USD 81.842025-12-31
1 year+40.01%USD 84.802025-10-24
3 year+41.76%USD 83.752023-10-27
5 year+75.78%USD 67.542021-10-27
Since inception+2,009.15%USD 5.631995-12-15

MSC Industrial Direct Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$6.63BMarket 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)

$4.01B

Net Income (TTM)

$222.59M

EPS (TTM)

$3.98

P/E Ratio

29.86

Dividend

$3.48

Beta (Volatility)

0.77 (Low)

Price

$118.54

Volume

1.008

Open

$116.51

Previous Close

$118.72

Daily Range

$115.74 - $120.88

52-Week Range

$78.80 - $133.95

Estimated Earnings Date

Jan 6, 2027

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About MSC Industrial Direct

MSC Industrial Direct NYSE:MSM helps workshops get the tools they need. It makes buying supplies easier for small and large manufacturing companies. The company keeps industrial businesses running by delivering essential gear fast.

What's on the Shelves?

  • Metalworking Tools: Specialized implements for shaping and cutting metal alongside technical support from field experts.
  • MRO Supplies: Maintenance, repair, and operations products such as fasteners and plumbing components for facility upkeep.
  • Inventory Solutions: Custom vending machines and software that track supply levels on the factory floor.
  • Exclusive Brands: Private-label goods providing value-oriented alternatives to name brands; represented 15% of net sales in fiscal year 2026.
  • Safety Equipment: Protective gear and janitorial supplies designed for industrial workplaces and government facilities.

Strategic Moves and Milestones

  • Simplified the share structure by reclassifying all common stock into a single class during fiscal year 2024.
  • Acquired the remaining 20% stake in Wm. F. Hurst Co. LLC in fiscal year 2026 to complete the purchase.
  • Finished a sales force optimization project in fiscal year 2026 to improve field seller efficiency and customer interactions.
  • Upgraded digital operations through an ongoing core system implementation to improve data analysis and e-commerce functions.
  • Grew the installed base of industrial vending machines to 31,078 units as of August 29, 2026.

Beyond Just Delivering Boxes

MSC differentiates itself by providing technical services through a team of over 160 specialized experts who optimize manufacturing processes. The company operates a logistics network featuring five fulfillment centers and 37 warehouses to support same-day shipping on core products. Integration of artificial intelligence and advanced data analysis helps customers manage inventory and identify ways to improve plant floor productivity.

A Look at the Books

  • Net sales reached $4.0 billion in fiscal year 2026, up 6.4% year over year.
  • Gross profit was $1.6 billion in fiscal year 2026, up 6.7% year over year.
  • Net income attributable to MSC reached $222.6 million in fiscal year 2026, up 11.7% year over year.
  • Cash provided by operating activities was $306.5 million during fiscal year 2026.

The Path Forward

MSC has transformed from a traditional distributor into a technical partner that manages customer supply chains directly on the shop floor. Its focus on specialized metalworking expertise and digital inventory solutions helps maintain its position in a fragmented industrial market.

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Industry

Trading Companies and Distributors

Sector

Industrials

Employees

7,028

CEO

Martina McIsaac

Website

www.mscdirect.com

Headquarters

Melville, NY 11747, US

MSM Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

40.88%

Operating Margin

7.99%

Net Income Margin

5.55%

Return on Equity

15.87%

Return on Capital

16.41%

Return on Assets

8.87%

Earnings Yield

3.35%

Dividend Yield

2.93%

Payout Ratio

87.31%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$6.63BMarket 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

55.86M

Volume

1.008

Avg. Volume

766.45K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$1.64B

Operating Income

$320.57M

EBITDA

$415.16M

Operating Cash Flow

$306.50M

Capital Expenditure

-$81.34M

Free Cash Flow

$225.16M

Cash & ST Invst.

$65.03M

Total Debt

$528.19M

MSC Industrial Direct Performance Analysis

MSC Industrial Direct annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-08-31USD 4,009,282,0008.6%
20242024-08-31USD 3,820,951,000-4.7%
20252025-08-31USD 3,769,521,000-1.3%
20262026-08-31USD 4,009,703,0006.4%
MSC Industrial Direct sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q12025-11-29-1.3%
Q22026-02-28-5.0%
Q32026-05-3014.1%
Q42026-08-293.1%
MSC Industrial Direct annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-08-31USD 6.110.7%
20242024-08-31USD 4.58-25.0%
20252025-08-31USD 3.57-22.2%
20262026-08-31USD 3.9811.5%
MSC Industrial Direct sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q12025-11-29-7.9%
Q22026-02-28-18.3%
Q32026-05-3089.5%
Q42026-08-29-41.0%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$1.08B

+10.3%

Gross Profit

$438.58M

+11.0%

Gross Margin

40.64%

N/A

Market Cap

$6.63BMarket 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

$947.36K

N/A

Employees

7,000

N/A

Net Income

$48.59M

-14.1%

EBITDA

$88.70M

-15.8%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$65.03M

+15.7%

Total Debt

$528.19M

-2.0%

Accounts Receivable

$451.55M

+6.7%

Inventory

$688.74M

+6.9%

Long Term Debt

$187.36M

-6.2%

Short Term Debt

$340.83M

+0.5%

Return on Assets

8.87%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

18.12%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$63.75M

+8.9%

Operating Cash Flow

$80.97M

+0.9%

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Questions About MSM

What is the current price of MSC Industrial Direct?

MSC Industrial Direct is trading at $118.72 per share.

What is the 52-week range for MSC Industrial Direct?

Over the past 52 weeks, MSC Industrial Direct has traded between $78.80 and $133.95.

How much debt does MSC Industrial Direct have?

As of the most recent reporting period, MSC Industrial Direct reported total debt of $528.19M.

How much cash does MSC Industrial Direct have on hand?

MSC Industrial Direct reported $65.03M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is MSC Industrial Direct’s dividend yield?

MSC Industrial Direct currently has a dividend yield of 2.93%.

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