MSA MSA Safety PE ratio, current and historical analysis
As at Apr 1, 2025, the MSA stock has a PE ratio of 20.31. This is based on the current EPS of $7.24 and the stock price of $147.08 per share. A decrease of 22% has been seen in the P/E ratio compared to the average of 26.0 of the last 4 quarters.
MSA PE ratio history
The mean historical PE ratio of MSA Safety over the last ten years is 70.84. The current 20.31 PE ratio is 71% below the historical average. Over the past ten years, MSA's PE ratio was at its highest in the Jun 2023 quarter at 497.03, with a price of $173.96 and an EPS of $0.35. The Sep 2015 quarter recorded the bottom point at 18, with a price of $39.97 and an EPS of $2.22.
MSA Safety PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 496.97% in 2021
Maximum annual decrease: -88.74% in 2022
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 22.9 | -79.79% | $165.77 | $7.24 |
| 2023 | 113.31 | 259.94% | $168.83 | $1.49 |
| 2022 | 31.48 | -88.74% | $144.19 | $4.58 |
| 2021 | 279.56 | 496.97% | $150.96 | $0.54 |
| 2020 | 46.83 | 31.95% | $149.39 | $3.19 |
| 2019 | 35.49 | 21.58% | $126.36 | $3.56 |
| 2018 | 29.19 | -74.39% | $94.27 | $3.23 |
| 2017 | 114 | 302.83% | $77.52 | $0.68 |
| 2016 | 28.3 | 23.04% | $69.33 | $2.45 |
| 2015 | 23 | 2.68% | $43.47 | $1.89 |
| 2014 | 22.4 | 3.66% | $53.09 | $2.37 |
| 2013 | 21.61 | 23.98% | $51.21 | $2.37 |
| 2012 | 17.43 | 0.52% | $42.71 | $2.45 |
| 2011 | 17.34 | -40.96% | $33.12 | $1.91 |
| 2010 | 29.37 | 33.93% | $31.13 | $1.06 |
MSA Safety PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 22.9 | -10.27% | $165.77 | $7.24 |
| Sep 2024 | 25.52 | -5.9% | $177.34 | $6.95 |
| Jun 2024 | 27.12 | -4.74% | $187.69 | $6.92 |
| Mar 2024 | 28.47 | -74.87% | $193.59 | $6.8 |
| Dec 2023 | 113.31 | -38.19% | $168.83 | $1.49 |
| Sep 2023 | 183.31 | -63.12% | $157.65 | $0.86 |
| Jun 2023 | 497.03 | N/A | $173.96 | $0.35 |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | N/A | $133.5 | -$0.15 |
| Dec 2022 | 31.48 | -51.31% | $144.19 | $4.58 |
| Sep 2022 | 64.66 | -42.32% | $109.28 | $1.69 |
| Jun 2022 | 112.1 | -56.92% | $121.07 | $1.08 |
| Mar 2022 | 260.2 | -6.93% | $132.7 | $0.51 |
| Dec 2021 | 279.56 | 385.43% | $150.96 | $0.54 |
| Sep 2021 | 57.59 | -5.74% | $145.7 | $2.53 |
| Jun 2021 | 61.1 | 22.18% | $165.58 | $2.71 |
MSA average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of MSA is below the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
MSA PE vs peers
Compared to its peer NPO, MSA's PE ratio stands lower, however it is higher than MOV's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| MOV Movado Group Inc | 15.76 | $373.33M |
| MSA MSA Safety Inc | 20.31 | $5.77B |
| NPO Enpro Industries Inc | 45.94 | $3.39B |
| MATW Matthews International Corp | N/A | $677.9M |
| HI Hillenbrand Inc | N/A | $1.68B |
Frequently asked questions
What is MSA Safety's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for MSA stock is 20.31 as of Apr 1, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for MSA Safety (MSA)?
The 3-year average PE ratio for MSA stock is 110.59.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for MSA Safety (MSA)?
The 5-year average PE ratio for MSA stock is 107.06.
What is the highest PE ratio for MSA?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 497.03 and it was in the Jun 2023 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for MSA compare to its historical average?
MSA's current price to earnings ratio is 71% below its 10-year historical average.
How is MSA's PE ratio calculated (MSA Safety PE ratio formula)?
You can calculate the PE ratio by dividing the most recent stock price by the trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Apr 1, 2025), MSA Safety's stock price is $147.08. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $7.24. Therefore, MSA Safety's P/E ratio for today is 20.31. PE RATIO(20.31) = STOCK PRICE($147.08) / TTM EPS($7.24)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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