What one share of MSA Safety holds
Overview—MSA Safety Incorporated (the "Company" or "MSA") is the global leader in advanced safety products, technology and solutions. Driven by its singular mission of safety, the Company has been at the forefront of safety innovation since 1914, protecting workers and facility infrastructure around the world across a broad range of diverse end markets while creating sustainable value for shareholders.
MSA Safety’s numbers from its SEC filings, divided by its shares. Results cover the last 12 months to 2026-06-30; the balance sheet is as of 2026-06-30.
| Sales | $49.84 |
|---|---|
| Profit | $8.04 |
| Capex (buildings and equipment) | $1.32 |
| Free cash flow | $9.07 |
| Dividends | $2.13 |
| Cash and investments | $5.18 |
| Debt | $15.54 |
| Book value | $36.22 |
Per share by fiscal year
| Year | Sales | Profit | Capex | Free cash | Dividends | Book value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | $31.71 | $1.96 | $1.24 | $0.43 | — | — |
| 2009 | $25.53 | $1.21 | $0.72 | $2.65 | — | $12.04 |
| 2010 | $26.98 | $1.04 | $0.69 | $0.18 | — | $12.26 |
| 2011 | $30.36 | $1.87 | $0.83 | $1.49 | — | $11.72 |
| 2012 | $30.27 | $2.42 | $0.87 | $3.19 | — | $12.41 |
| 2013 | $29.69 | $2.36 | $0.98 | $1.98 | — | $15.13 |
| 2014 | $30.13 | $2.35 | $0.89 | $1.95 | — | $14.16 |
| 2015 | $29.96 | $1.88 | $0.96 | $0.50 | — | $13.72 |
| 2016 | $30.26 | $2.42 | $0.67 | $2.88 | — | $14.70 |
| 2017 | $30.93 | $0.67 | $0.61 | $5.34 | — | $15.54 |
| 2018 | $34.86 | $3.19 | $0.87 | $5.90 | — | $16.36 |
| 2019 | $35.77 | $3.52 | $0.93 | $3.28 | $1.64 | $18.59 |
| 2020 | $34.32 | $3.16 | $1.24 | $4.01 | $1.71 | $21.39 |
| 2021 | $35.49 | $0.54 | $1.11 | $3.94 | $1.75 | $21.15 |
| 2022 | $38.77 | $4.56 | $1.08 | $2.92 | $1.82 | $23.47 |
| 2023 | $45.29 | $1.48 | $1.08 | $1.27 | $1.87 | $24.50 |
| 2024 | $45.74 | $7.21 | $1.37 | $6.13 | $2.00 | $29.03 |
| 2025 | $47.65 | $7.09 | $1.74 | $7.51 | $2.10 | $35.04 |
Common questions about MSA Safety
How much does one share of MSA Safety earn?
Over the last 12 months, each share of MSA Safety earned $8.04 of profit on $49.84 of sales, keeping about 16¢ of every $1 (profit margin).
Does MSA Safety pay a dividend?
Yes. MSA Safety paid $2.13 per share in dividends over the last 12 months, and it paid a dividend in every year from 2019 to 2025 in StockSlicer’s data. That’s about 26¢ of each $1 of profit (payout ratio).
What is MSA Safety’s book value per share?
MSA Safety’s book value is $36.22 per share: what would be left for each share if it sold everything at the values on its books and paid every debt, as of June 30, 2026.
How much cash and debt does each share of MSA Safety have?
Each share of MSA Safety has $5.18 of cash and investments and $15.54 of debt, as of June 30, 2026.
What is MSA Safety’s free cash flow per share?
$9.07 per share over the last 12 months. Free cash flow is the cash left over after spending on buildings and equipment.
How has MSA Safety’s profit per share changed over time?
Profit per share went from $1.96 in 2008 to $7.09 in 2025, growing about 7.9% a year (adjusted for stock splits).
Has MSA Safety bought back shares?
MSA Safety’s share count rose about 10% from 2008 to 2025. That dilution means each share owns a smaller slice of the company.
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