MSA Safety Incorporated
MSA
Rank in Stocks
#2735
MSA Safety Incorporated is a prominent global manufacturer and provider of... 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.
Share Price
$178.80
Last synced: 2026-10-16
Market Cap
$6.90B
Change (1 day)
-1.54%
Change (1 year)
8.32%
Country
US
Trade MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA)
Category
Industrials
Operating Margin for MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA)
Operating Margin as of October 2026 TTM: 23.32%
According to MSA Safety Incorporated latest financial reports and stock price the company's current Operating Margin (TTM) is 23.32%. At the end of 2023 the company had an Operating Margin of 12.94%.
Operating Margin history for MSA Safety Incorporated from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 23.32% | 8.36% |
| 2024 | 21.52% | 66.31% |
| 2023 | 12.94% | -17.32% |
| 2022 | 15.65% | 329.95% |
| 2021 | 3.64% | -70.60% |
| 2020 | 12.38% | -6.78% |
| 2019 | 13.28% | 3.99% |
| 2018 | 12.77% | 131.34% |
| 2017 | 5.52% | -62.83% |
| 2016 | 14.85% | 22.42% |
| 2015 | 12.13% | -4.71% |
| 2014 | 12.73% | -0.16% |
| 2013 | 12.75% | 5.99% |
| 2012 | 12.03% | 16.80% |
| 2011 | 10.30% | 52.59% |
| 2010 | 6.75% | -26.23% |
| 2009 | 9.15% | -21.19% |
| 2008 | 11.61% | 0.87% |
| 2007 | 11.51% | 3.69% |
| 2006 | 11.10% | -22.00% |
| 2005 | 14.23% | 3.42% |
| 2004 | 13.76% | 28.12% |
| 2003 | 10.74% | 20.27% |
| 2002 | 8.93% | -18.97% |
| 2001 | 11.02% | 44.81% |
| 2000 | 7.61% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.