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MSA Safety(MSA)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MSA
09/25/2026: MSA (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
MSA Safety is a specialized provider of sophisticated protective equipment and gas detection systems, serving critical sectors such as fire service, construction, and oil and gas. The company is well-regarded for its durable, innovative products and has historically strong margins, supported by its status as a Dividend Aristocrat. Its primary growth opportunity lies in transitioning from traditional hardware sales to integrated, data-driven safety solutions. However, investors must monitor execution risks in technology integration and the cyclicality of its industrial end-markets. Overall, MSA Safety serves as a defensive, income-oriented play for investors seeking long-term stability and exposure to the essential safety industry.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company exhibits steady, reliable growth rather than rapid, disruptive expansion. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum varies based on industrial cycle trends rather than short-term hype. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation is often premium due to the company's defensive and high-quality characteristics. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | MSA has a strong track record of consistent dividend growth, making it attractive for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | The essential nature of safety equipment provides a defensive business moat suitable for risk-averse investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Low | The stock is generally less volatile than the broader market due to its defensive industry profile. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | The stock can trade at a premium, which may limit upside for investors focused purely on low multiples. |
| Competition risk (industrial safety) | Medium | Intense competition from large players like Honeywell and 3M requires constant innovation to maintain market share. |
| Business quality | Strong | MSA's focus on critical, life-saving infrastructure creates a high barrier to entry and strong brand trust. |
| Dividend income | Strong | The long-term commitment to dividend payouts provides stable, predictable income for shareholders. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully integrating technological updates into legacy hardware is critical to future growth. |
Price Behavior
Flat / Range-Bound
The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 7.5% | Avg. Invested days 39 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 7.04B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 22.78 | 1Y Target Price 209.14 |
Price to earnings Ratio 22.78 | 1Y Target Price 209.14 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 238.3K shares | Beta 0.94 | 52 Weeks Range 149.32 - 207.14 | Updated Date 09/26/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 149.32 - 207.14 | Updated Date 09/26/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.17% | Basic EPS (TTM) 8.01 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Service | SCBA, helmets, and thermal cameras. | This is a reliable, high-trust segment driven by municipal and fire department procurement cycles. |
| Industrial/Fixed Gas | Gas detection, fall protection, and PPE. | This segment is sensitive to industrial spending and global construction activity. |
| Geography (Global) | Operations in Americas, EMEA, and APAC. | North America is the primary market, but international expansion provides an important growth tailwind. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 22.78 | Forward PE 19.61 | Enterprise Value 7.50B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.62 |
Enterprise Value 7.50B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.62 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.85 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.49 | Shares Outstanding 38.58M | Shares Floating 36.19M |
Shares Outstanding 38.58M | Shares Floating 36.19M | ||
Percent Insiders 6.06 | Percent Institutions 95.83 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About MSA Safety
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Cranberry Township, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Steven C. Blanco Sr. | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Security & Protection Services | Full time employees 5300 | Website https://www.msasafety.com |
Full time employees 5300 | Website https://www.msasafety.com | ||
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 confined space equipment, harnesses, lanyards, and self-retracting lifelines, as well as engineered systems; and air-purifying respirators, eye and face protection products, ballistic helmets, and gas masks. The company serves fire service, energy, utility, construction, and industrial manufacturing applications, as well as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industries through distributors and end-users through indirect and direct sales channels. It offers its products under the V-Gard, Cairns, and Gallet brand names. MSA Safety Incorporated was founded in 1914 and is based in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania.
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