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MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc (MSM)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: MSM (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
11 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $89.86
1 Year Target Price $89.86
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 9 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -26.22% | Avg. Invested days 29 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.84B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 24.54 | 1Y Target Price 89.86 |
Price to earnings Ratio 24.54 | 1Y Target Price 89.86 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 11 | Beta 0.87 | 52 Weeks Range 66.64 - 92.68 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 66.64 - 92.68 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.88% | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.54 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 5.3% | Operating Margin (TTM) 8.92% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.08% | Return on Equity (TTM) 14.03% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 24.54 | Forward PE 20.45 | Enterprise Value 5380358637 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.29 |
Enterprise Value 5380358637 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.29 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.44 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.21 | Shares Outstanding 55675800 | Shares Floating 45501586 |
Shares Outstanding 55675800 | Shares Floating 45501586 | ||
Percent Insiders 21.45 | Percent Institutions 89.71 |
Upturn AI SWOT
MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. was founded in 1941 as a tool and die shop in New York. It evolved into a direct marketer of metalworking tools and supplies, expanding its product offerings and distribution network over the decades. It went public in 1995.
Core Business Areas
- Metalworking: Offers a comprehensive range of cutting tools, abrasives, and related products for metal removal and shaping.
- Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO): Provides a wide variety of MRO supplies including fasteners, hand tools, power tools, safety equipment, and janitorial supplies.
- Supply Chain Solutions: Offers inventory management, vending, and other supply chain solutions to help customers optimize their procurement processes.
Leadership and Structure
Erik Gershwind serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, with departments such as Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Finance reporting to executive leadership.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Cutting Tools: Includes drills, end mills, taps, and other tools used for metal cutting. Competitors include Kennametal, Sandvik, and Iscar. MSC has a significant market share, but specific revenue data is not publicly available. The market is highly fragmented.
- Abrasives: A wide range of grinding wheels, sandpaper, and other abrasive products. Competitors include 3M, Saint-Gobain, and Norton Abrasives. Market share data is not readily available.
- MRO Supplies: Covers a broad category of products used for maintenance, repair, and operations. Competitors include Grainger, Fastenal, and Amazon Business. The market is highly competitive with varying degrees of market share.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industrial distribution market is characterized by a large number of suppliers and a wide range of products. Trends include e-commerce growth, consolidation, and increasing demand for value-added services such as inventory management.
Positioning
MSC is a leading distributor of metalworking and MRO products in North America, known for its extensive product selection, technical expertise, and supply chain solutions. It competes on breadth of product, service and its e-commerce platform.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for metalworking and MRO supplies is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars annually. MSC is positioned to capture a larger share of this market through organic growth, acquisitions, and expansion of its service offerings.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Broad product offering
- Strong brand reputation
- Extensive distribution network
- E-commerce capabilities
- Value-added services
Weaknesses
- Dependence on cyclical industries
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- High operating costs compared to pure e-commerce plays
- Limited international presence
Opportunities
- Expansion into new product categories
- Acquisitions of smaller competitors
- Growth in e-commerce sales
- Increasing demand for supply chain solutions
- Penetration of new geographic markets
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition from online retailers
- Disruptions in supply chain
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Changes in customer preferences
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
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Competitive Landscape
MSC faces competition from both large industrial distributors and smaller niche players. Its competitive advantages include its broad product offering, technical expertise, and supply chain solutions. However, it faces challenges from online retailers and competitors with lower cost structures.
Major Acquisitions
DECO Tool Supply Co
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 62.7
- Strategic Rationale: Enhanced its presence and service capabilities in the Southeast United States with a focus on metalworking customers.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: MSC's historical growth has been driven by organic sales growth, acquisitions, and expansion of its product offerings.
Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by increasing demand for industrial supplies, expansion of e-commerce sales, and acquisitions.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in e-commerce capabilities, expansion of its distribution network, and acquisitions of complementary businesses.
Summary
MSC Industrial Direct is a prominent distributor in the metalworking and MRO supplies market, leveraging a broad product range and established distribution network. While facing competition from online retailers and economic cyclicality, the company's e-commerce investments and acquisitions provide avenues for growth. Maintaining cost efficiency and adapting to evolving customer preferences will be crucial for sustained success. The company is financially stable with a moderate growth trajectory.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Annual Reports
- Industry Research Reports
- Financial News Outlets
- Company Press Releases
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and analyst estimates. It is not financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a financial professional.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Melville, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1995-12-20 | CEO & Director Mr. Erik David Gershwind | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Industrial Distribution | Full time employees 7000 | Website https://www.mscdirect.com |
Full time employees 7000 | Website https://www.mscdirect.com | ||
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the distribution of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products and services in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company's MRO products include cutting tools, measuring instruments, tooling components, metalworking products, fasteners, flat stock products, raw materials, abrasives, machinery hand and power tools, safety and janitorial supplies, plumbing supplies, materials handling products, power transmission components, and electrical supplies. It offers stock-keeping units through its catalogs and brochures; e-commerce channels, including its website, mscdirect.com; inventory management solutions; and customer care centers, customer fulfillment centers, regional inventory centers, and warehouses. The company serves individual machine shops, manufacturing companies, and government agencies. MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. was founded in 1941 and is headquartered in Melville, New York.
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