MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. (MSM) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1996 to 2025
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MSM EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
MSM Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 40.8% | 8.3% | 5.3% |
| 2024 | 41.1% | 10.6% | 6.8% |
| 2023 | 41.0% | 12.3% | 8.6% |
| 2022 | 42.2% | 12.9% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | 41.1% | 10.5% | 6.7% |
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MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. (MSM) Earnings Overview
As of May 7, 2026, MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. (MSM) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $205M, reflecting -22.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $3.65 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 5.3%.
Looking at the long-term picture, MSM's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -4.6%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $343M in fiscal 2023.
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 40.8%, operating margin of 8.3%, and net margin of 5.3%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including GWW ($1.71B net income, 9.5% margin), FAST ($1.26B net income, 15.3% margin), SITE ($153M net income, 3.2% margin), MSM has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare MSM vs GWW →
MSM Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
MSM Historical Earnings Data (1996–2025)
30 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $199M | -22.9% | $314M | $3.57 | 5.3% | 8.3% |
| 2024 | $259M | -24.7% | $406M | $4.58 | 6.8% | 10.6% |
| 2023 | $343M | +1.0% | $492M | $6.11 | 8.6% | 12.3% |
| 2022 | $340M | +56.7% | $475M | $6.06 | 9.2% | 12.9% |
| 2021 | $217M | -13.6% | $342M | $3.87 | 6.7% | 10.5% |
| 2020 | $251M | -13.1% | $368M | $4.51 | 7.9% | 11.5% |
| 2019 | $289M | -12.3% | $431M | $5.20 | 8.6% | 12.8% |
| 2018 | $329M | +42.3% | $421M | $5.81 | 10.3% | 13.2% |
| 2017 | $231M | +0.1% | $379M | $4.05 | 8.0% | 13.1% |
| 2016 | $231M | -0.0% | $376M | $3.77 | 8.1% | 13.1% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MSM stock.
Is MSM growing earnings?
MSM EPS fell to $3.65, with earnings declining -22.1%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -4.6%. TTM net income dropped to $205M.
What are MSM's profit margins?
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. net margin is +5.3%, with operating margin at +8.3%. Margins sit within typical range for the sector.
How consistent are MSM's earnings?
MSM earnings data spans 1996-2025. The declining earnings trend is -22.1% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.