MSA
NEUTRALAt a glance
Key valuation, profitability, growth, and risk metrics.
AI Analysis
AI-powered fundamental assessment
Key Strengths
Key Risks
Performance Snowflake
Multi-dimensional analysis across 5 key categories
Ref P/E 23.15, PEG 0.99, Graham Number $74.76
- PEG ratio of 0.99 suggests fair value relative to growth
- Price ($164.13) is more than double the Graham Number ($74.76)
- Price is significantly above Intrinsic Value ($49.63)
Ref Growth rates and recent acquisitions
- M&C TechGroup acquisition provides new product avenues
- Strong analyst target price of $208.14
- YoY Revenue growth is sluggish at 2.20%
- Earnings growth is slightly negative (-0.40%)
Ref Historical earnings surprises
- Impressive 25-quarter track record of beating estimates
- Consistent positive surprises in EPS
- Recent 6-month price performance is negative (-2.6%)
Ref Piotroski F-Score 4/9, Debt/Equity 0.47
- Very low Debt/Equity (0.47)
- Strong current ratio (3.01)
- Piotroski F-Score of 4/9 indicates only stable, not strong, financial health
Ref Yield 1.29%, Payout 29.62%
- Low payout ratio (29.62%) ensures sustainability
- Low yield (1.29%) is not attractive for income investors
Stock Price & Analyst Targets
Real-time price movements and analyst price targets
Multi-Horizon Performance vs Peers
Price momentum across 5Y → 1W horizons for MSA and closest competitors.
| Company | 5Y | 3Y | 1Y | 6M | 1M | 1W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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MSA
MSA Safety Incorporated
Primary
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+8.5% | +30.4% | +7.7% | -2.6% | +2.1% | -3.5% |
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ESAB
ESAB Corporation
Peer
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+105.4% | +77.1% | -15.3% | -15.5% | +3.9% | -7.5% |
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GXO
GXO Logistics, Inc.
Peer
|
+4.9% | +7.6% | +59.0% | +4.5% | +15.1% | -3.6% |
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ADT
ADT Inc.
Peer
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+1.2% | +0.3% | +11.5% | -3.6% | -0.6% | -2.7% |
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LSTR
Landstar System, Inc.
Peer
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+17.8% | +8.9% | +36.5% | +41.7% | +15.1% | +1.5% |
Positive values indicate cumulative gains over the specified period. Comparables pulled from the same sector to highlight whether momentum is stock-specific or industry-wide.
Historical Performance Trends
Long-term financial metrics and growth patterns
Revenue & Net Income
Profit & Operating Margins
Return on Equity (ROE)
Quarterly Revenue Growth
Valuation Metrics
Key valuation ratios and pricing indicators
Profitability
Profit margins and return metrics
Growth
Revenue and earnings growth rates
Financial Health
Balance sheet strength and liquidity metrics
Financial Statement Flow
Interactive flow visualization showing how money moves through the company Q4 2025
Quarterly Earnings History
EPS performance vs analyst estimates
Industrials Sector Comparison
Similar Companies
Peer comparison within the same industry
| Company | AI Rating | Market Cap | P/E | ROE | Profit Margin | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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MSA
MSA Safety Incorporated
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NEUTRAL | $6.36B | 23.15 | 22.2% | 14.9% | $164.13 | |
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ESAB
ESAB Corporation
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NEUTRAL | $6.17B | 24.7 | 12.9% | 8.0% | $101.28 | Compare |
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GXO
GXO Logistics, Inc.
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NEUTRAL | $6.57B | 204.11 | 1.2% | 0.2% | $57.15 | Compare |
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ADT
ADT Inc.
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NEUTRAL | $6.59B | 11.31 | 17.2% | 12.5% | $8.03 | Compare |
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LSTR
Landstar System, Inc.
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BEARISH | $6.12B | 54.42 | 13.0% | 2.4% | $180.13 | Compare |
Recent Insider Trading
Insider buy and sell transactions from the last 6 months
| Date | Insider | Position | Transaction | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-10 | JORDAN GREGORY B. | Director | Stock Award | 16 | - |
| 2026-03-10 | PHILLIPS SANDRA L. | Director | Stock Award | 7 | - |
| 2026-03-10 | PEARSE DIANE M | Director | Stock Award | 16 | - |
| 2026-03-10 | SAVI LUCA | Director | Stock Award | 12 | - |
| 2026-03-06 | BLANCO STEVEN C SR | Chief Executive Officer | Stock Award | 4,969 | - |
| 2026-03-06 | BLANCO STEVEN C SR | Chief Executive Officer | Stock Award | 8,745 | - |
| 2026-03-06 | VARTANIAN NISHAN J | Chairman of the Board | Stock Award | 60,786 | - |
| 2026-03-06 | SCIULLO STEPHANIE L | President | Stock Award | 6,077 | - |
| 2026-03-06 | BUCK JONATHAN D | Officer | Stock Award | 783 | - |
| 2026-03-06 | BUCK JONATHAN D | Officer | Stock Award | 1,100 | - |
| 2026-03-06 | RODA RICHARD W | Officer | Stock Award | 989 | - |
| 2026-03-06 | HOWELLS DAVID J | Officer | Stock Award | 755 | - |
| 2026-03-06 | HOWELLS DAVID J | Officer | Stock Award | 1,000 | - |
| 2026-03-04 | BLANCO STEVEN C SR | Chief Executive Officer | Stock Award | 4,929 | - |
| 2026-03-04 | SCIULLO STEPHANIE L | President | Stock Award | 1,223 | - |
SEC Filings
Recent regulatory filings from the SEC EDGAR database
MSA Safety Incorporated is a global leader in safety products, operating through Americas and International segments to serve highly regulated industries including fire service, energy, and industrial manufacturing. While not significantly impacted by overall seasonality, financial results are influenced by economic cycles, catastrophes, and specific timing related to government sales and energy sector turnarounds. Key risks include environmental factors and variability in the delivery and invoicing of large orders.
MSA executed an acquisition during the nine months ended September 30, 2025, utilizing the acquisition method of accounting to allocate costs to assets and liabilities. Future operating results are subject to risk based on the accuracy of management estimates and third-party valuations used to determine the fair value of acquired assets and liabilities.
MSA executed an acquisition in the second quarter of 2025, utilizing the acquisition method of accounting to allocate costs and recognize goodwill. Future operating results are subject to risk based on the fair value estimates of acquired assets and liabilities and management's judgment regarding the useful lives of intangible assets.
Wall Street Analysts
Professional analyst ratings and price targets
Past News Coverage
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