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MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA)

NYSE Industrials Security & Protection Services
$192.99 ▲ +0.02%
Market Cap
$7.45B
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Security & Protection Services
Beta
0.94
52-Wk Range
151.11-208.92
CEO
Steven C. Blanco
Country
US
Currency
USD

MSA Safety Incorporated operates in the Security & Protection Services industry of the Industrials sector, headquartered in Cranberry Township, PA, US. The stock last traded at $192.99, up 0.02% on the session, giving a market capitalisation of $7.45B. On trailing twelve-month figures it carries a trailing P/E of 23.94, a net margin of 16.1%. Its beta of 0.94 implies it has historically moved less than the broad market.

Valuation & profitability (TTM)
P/E
23.94
Price / Sales
3.83
Price / Book
5.35
EV / EBITDA
15.19
Gross margin
47.6%
Operating margin
23.3%
Net margin
16.1%
Return on equity
Debt / equity
0.46
Current ratio
3.24
Dividend yield
1.1%
Payout ratio
26.4%
Company profile
Exchange
New York Stock Exchange
Employees
5,300
IPO date
1973-02-22
Headquarters
Cranberry Township, PA, US
About MSA Safety Incorporated

MSA Safety Incorporated is a prominent global manufacturer and provider of safety equipment, specializing in the engineering, production, and distribution of solutions designed to safeguard both personnel and critical infrastructure. The company serves a diverse range of high-risk sectors, including the energy industry (oil, gas, and petrochemical), emergency services (fire departments), construction, industrial manufacturing, utilities, military, and mining. Its international footprint extends significantly across North America, Latin America, and other global markets. Among its principal offerings are permanently installed systems for gas and flame detection, encompassing sophisticated monitoring units, flame sensors, and open-path infrared detectors. These are complemented by essential replacement parts and associated services, all crucial for identifying the presence or absence of various atmospheric gases. The company also provides advanced respiratory protection, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), alongside portable gas detection devices for on-the-go analysis. MSA Safety's product line further includes a comprehensive range of head protection solutions for industrial use, as well as specialized helmets and protective clothing tailored for firefighters. Additionally, the company offers robust fall protection systems, featuring confined space apparatus, safety harnesses, lanyards, and self-retracting lifelines, often integrated into custom-engineered safety setups. Further expanding its portfolio, the company supplies air-purifying respirators, eye and face shields, ballistic helmets, and gas masks. Distribution reaches both end-users and wholesale partners via direct and indirect sales channels. Its products are marketed under well-known brand names such as V-Gard, Cairns, and Gallet. Founded in 1914, MSA Safety Incorporated maintains its headquarters in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania.

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