MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) Earnings History
Growth Compounder36 years of earnings data (1990–2025) · Consistent double-digit EPS growth over 5 years
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MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) Earnings Overview
As of June 22, 2026, MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $291M, reflecting -1.7% year-over-year growth. The company earned $7.45 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 14.9%.
Looking at the long-term picture, MSA's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +17.5%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $285M in fiscal 2024.
MSA Safety Incorporated maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 46.5%, operating margin of 21.4%, and net margin of 14.9%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including HON ($4.10B net income, 12.6% margin), MMM ($2.79B net income, 13.0% margin), ROP ($1.71B net income, 19.4% margin), MSA has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare MSA vs HON →
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MSA Historical Earnings Data (1990–2025)
36 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $279M | -2.1% | $402M | $7.09 | 14.9% | 21.4% |
| 2024 | $285M | +386.4% | $389M | $7.21 | 15.8% | 21.5% |
| 2023 | $59M | -67.4% | $231M | $1.48 | 3.3% | 12.9% |
| 2022 | $180M | +741.8% | $239M | $4.56 | 11.8% | 15.7% |
| 2021 | $21M | -82.8% | $23M | $0.54 | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| 2020 | $124M | -10.1% | $172M | $3.16 | 9.2% | 12.7% |
| 2019 | $138M | +11.2% | $188M | $3.48 | 9.8% | 13.4% |
| 2018 | $124M | +377.0% | $173M | $3.19 | 9.1% | 12.8% |
| 2017 | $26M | -71.7% | $40M | $0.67 | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| 2016 | $92M | +29.8% | $161M | $2.42 | 8.0% | 14.0% |
| 2015 | $71M | -20.0% | $137M | $1.87 | 6.3% | 12.1% |
| 2014 | $89M | +0.3% | $144M | $2.33 | 7.8% | 12.7% |
| 2013 | $88M | -2.6% | $142M | $2.34 | 7.9% | 12.7% |
| 2012 | $91M | +29.8% | $136M | $2.42 | 8.2% | 12.2% |
| 2011 | $70M | +83.3% | $121M | $1.87 | 6.3% | 10.9% |
| 2010 | $38M | -12.0% | $66M | $1.05 | 3.9% | 6.8% |
| 2009 | $43M | -38.5% | $72M | $1.21 | 4.7% | 7.8% |
| 2008 | $70M | +4.2% | $128M | $1.96 | 6.2% | 11.3% |
| 2007 | $68M | +5.7% | $116M | $1.86 | 6.7% | 11.5% |
| 2006 | $64M | -21.8% | $102M | $1.73 | 7.0% | 11.1% |
| 2005 | $82M | +15.1% | $130M | $2.19 | 9.0% | 14.2% |
| 2004 | $71M | +8.9% | $118M | $1.86 | 8.3% | 13.8% |
| 2003 | $65M | +86.1% | $75M | $1.31 | 9.3% | 10.7% |
| 2002 | $35M | +10.9% | $50M | $0.95 | 6.2% | 8.9% |
| 2001 | $32M | +36.1% | $47M | $0.87 | 6.2% | 9.3% |
| 2000 | $23M | +53.9% | $29M | $0.63 | 5.0% | 6.1% |
| 1999 | $15M | -17.5% | $27M | $0.39 | 3.0% | 5.4% |
| 1998 | $18M | -16.4% | $27M | $0.46 | 3.7% | 5.3% |
| 1997 | $22M | -5.2% | $34M | $0.53 | 4.4% | 6.9% |
| 1996 | $23M | +22.2% | $37M | $0.53 | 4.6% | 7.4% |
| 1995 | $19M | +23.5% | $33M | $0.37 | 3.9% | 6.7% |
| 1994 | $15M | +44.3% | $30M | $0.29 | 3.3% | 6.5% |
| 1993 | $11M | +307.7% | $14M | $0.19 | 2.5% | 3.3% |
| 1992 | $3M | -86.1% | $17M | $0.05 | 0.5% | 3.3% |
| 1991 | $19M | -36.0% | $27M | $0.32 | 3.7% | 5.5% |
| 1990 | $29M | - | $45M | $0.50 | 6.2% | 9.4% |
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MSA — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MSA stock.
What is MSA earnings per share (EPS)?
MSA trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $7.45, reflecting -1.7% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +17.5%. Complete EPS history from 1990 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is MSA Safety Incorporated's net income?
MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) trailing twelve-month net income is $291M as of 2025. Earnings declined -1.7% year-over-year. MSA Safety Incorporated has been profitable for 36 consecutive years.
Is MSA profitable?
Yes, MSA is profitable with a TTM net income of $291M and a net profit margin of +14.9%. MSA Safety Incorporated has generated profits for 36 consecutive years.
What is MSA's earnings growth rate?
MSA compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -1.7%, 3-Year: +15.8%, 5-Year: +17.5%, 10-Year: +14.3%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1990 to 2025.
What are MSA's profit margins?
MSA Safety Incorporated net profit margin is +14.9%, operating margin is +21.4%, and gross margin is +46.5%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +22.2%.
Is MSA growing earnings?
MSA earnings growth is slowing. Current YoY EPS growth of -1.7% trails the 5-year CAGR of +17.5%. TTM net income is $291M.
What was MSA's best earnings year?
MSA Safety Incorporated's highest annual net income on record is $285M, achieved in fiscal year 2024. Earnings history on this page spans 1990 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were MSA's earnings last quarter?
MSA's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $71M with diluted EPS of $1.83. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.