MSA Safety Incorporated (msa)
MSA — Company Overview
Investors tracking MSA follow a Security & Protection Services name listed on NYQ within Industrials.
| Ticker | MSA |
| Sector | Industrials |
| Industry | Security & Protection Services |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $7.05B |
| Last price | $182.84 |
| Size category | Mid Cap |
MSA — Business Description
The business profile of MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) reflects its role in Security & Protection Services. MSA Safety Incorporated develops, manufactures, and supplies safety products and technology solutions that protect workers 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 and accessories; fall protection equipment, such as co…
Official website: https://www.msasafety.com.
MSA — Investment Thesis
MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) attracts investors weighing Security & Protection Services fundamentals against current market pricing.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 6.2% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 22.71× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Forward P/E (18.35×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Dividend yield near 1.2% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $7.05B.
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MSA — Financial Health
MSA financial profile reflects operating efficiency and capital structure using available market fundamentals.
Profit margin of 16.1% indicates solid bottom-line conversion. Positive free cash flow of $316.46M supports balance-sheet flexibility.
| Trailing P/E | 22.71× |
| Forward P/E | 18.35× |
| Price / Sales | 3.62× |
| Price / Book | 5.05× |
| Gross margin | 47.6% |
| Operating margin | 24.6% |
| Profit margin | 16.1% |
| Return on equity | 23.7% |
| Debt / Equity | 45.91 |
| Free cash flow | $316.46M |
MSA — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) depends on demand trends in Security & Protection Services and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 6.2% suggests steady but measured expansion.
- Earnings growth of 40.3% year-over-year supports improving profitability.
- Price is 12.5% below the 52-week high.
- Shares trade 21.0% above the 52-week low — limited rebound so far.
MSA — Competitive Position
MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Industrials.
- Competes within Industrials, specifically in Security & Protection Services.
- Market capitalization of $7.05B places MSA among mid-cap peers.
- Gross margin near 47.6% may reflect pricing power or favorable mix.
MSA — Strengths
Strengths for MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Revenue growth of 6.2% year-over-year.
- Earnings growth of 40.3% year-over-year.
- Return on equity near 23.7% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
- Gross margin of 47.6% supports competitive unit economics.
- Positive free cash flow ($316.46M).
- Moderate leverage (debt/equity 45.91).
MSA — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) based on available data:
Insufficient public data to assess this factor.
MSA — Opportunities
- Trading 21.0% above the 52-week low — potential recovery if fundamentals stabilize.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
- Forward earnings multiple below trailing P/E — potential earnings acceleration ahead.
MSA — Risks
- Standard market, regulatory, competitive, and execution risks apply to all public equities.
MSA — Summary
MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) is a mid-cap Industrials company focused on Security & Protection Services, listed on NYQ. Last price $182.84 with market cap $7.05B. Trailing P/E 22.71×. Revenue grew 6.2% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include revenue growth of 6.2% year-over-year. Review free estimates and earnings pages for MSA; upgrade for institutional ownership and live headlines.
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MSA Safety Incorporated FAQ
What does MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) do?
MSA Safety Incorporated develops, manufactures, and supplies safety products and technology solutions that protect workers and facility infrastructures worldwide. The company offers breathing apparatus products, including self-contained breathing apparatus; firefighter helmets a…
What is MSA's P/E ratio?
MSA Safety Incorporated has a trailing P/E of 22.71× based on publicly available market data.
Does MSA pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 1.2%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is MSA in?
MSA Safety Incorporated is classified in Industrials (Security & Protection Services) on NYQ.
What is MSA's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $7.05B.
What are the main risks for MSA?
Standard market, competitive, and execution risks apply; see the Risks section.
What are the strengths of MSA?
Potential positives include revenue growth of 6.2% year-over-year, earnings growth of 40.3% year-over-year.
Where can I get analyst estimates for MSA?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for MSA Safety Incorporated are on the free /stocks/msa/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.