Mesa Laboratories, Inc. MLAB

134.04 (3.46) (2.52%) as of 25 Sep
Market cap
$769.4M
P/E
156×
Growth Flags show if company had growth for consecutive years,
Insider Buys alert about insiders buying in the last 12 month

Insider Decisions

Total buys 1.35
Total sells 1.57
in millions of $
Nov 25 Feb 26 May 26 Aug 26
Buy — — — — — 3 — — — — 2 —
Sell — — — — — — — — 6 — 1 —
Insider Ownership 5.25%

Capital & Financial Ratios

Market Cap 769.43
Revenue 249.73
Net Income 4.80
Free Cash Flow 52.87
Net Debt 112.17
Current Ratio 1.79
Debt/Equity 0.76
P/E ratio 155.86
P/S ratio 3.04
P/B ratio 4.02
Past 5Y EPS Growth —
This Y EPS Growth (33.54%)
Next Y EPS Growth 15.34%
Next 5Y EPS Growth (5.81%)
in millions of $

Dividends

Payout Ratio 1.88
Annual Dividend Rate 0.64
Annual Dividend Yield 0.69%
total individual payouts
2028 Powerpack
2027 Powerpack
2026 0.64
0.16
0.16
0.16
2025 0.64
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
2024 0.64
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
2023 0.64
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
2022 0.64
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
2021 0.64
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
2020 0.64
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
2019 0.64
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
2018 0.64
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
2017 0.64
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
2016 0.64
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
predictions in italic, special payouts not included in total or ratios

Assets vs Liabilities

2024 2025 2026 Q'26
Cash 28 27 27 31
Receivables 39 42 44 34
Inventory 33 25 26 27
Other 81 — 79 —
109 103 106 103
2024 2025 2026 Q'26
Payables 6 6 5 7
ST’ Debt — 4 6 6
Other 15 15 15 15
44 164 62 57
in millions of $

Compound Annual Growth

10y 5y 3y
Sales 11.40% 13.22% 4.38%
Cash Flow 9.74% 2.93% 15.24%
Earnings (4.96%) 15.44% 93.25%
Book Value 8.20% (14.44%) (22.07%)

Revenue

Jun Sep Dec Mar Year
’26 60 — — — —
’26 60 61 65 64 249
’25 58 58 63 62 241
’24 51 53 53 59 216
’23 50 59 54 56 219
’22 35 36 55 59 184
’21 30 32 34 38 134
in millions of $ · fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

Operating Cash Flow

Jun Sep Dec Mar Year
’26 15 — — — —
’26 2 8 19 14 43
’25 11 5 18 13 47
’24 10 10 12 13 44
’23 (3) 11 8 13 28
’22 10 4 16 9 39
’21 2 10 11 14 37
in millions of $ · fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

Free Cash Flow

Jun Sep Dec Mar Year
’26 14 — — — —
’26 1 7 18 14 40
’25 10 3 17 12 42
’24 10 9 10 12 42
’23 (3) 9 6 11 23
’22 9 3 14 9 35
’21 2 10 11 12 35
in millions of $ · fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

EPS

Jun Sep Dec Mar Year
’26 0.49 — — — —
’26 0.85 0.45 0.65 (0.75) 1.21
’25 0.62 0.63 (0.31) (1.31) (0.36)
’24 (0.10) (0.23) 0.39 (47.20) (47.20)
’23 (0.27) 0.24 0.08 0.11 0.17
’22 0.38 0.70 (0.39) (0.34) 0.35
’21 0.22 0.51 (0.89) 0.74 0.64
fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

Target Price Range

Analyst price targets

Recommendation Rating

2.3
1Buy 2 3Hold 4 5Sell
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
113.57 122.35 181.21 181.90 232.88 114.21 82.86 83.68 55.45 71.07

Analyst estimates 2027–2029

Powerpack
Low Price
169.81 224.95 268.47 292.19 333.42 332.95 206.36 141.17 155.12 138.66
High Price
381 366 347 460 506 681 698 736 730 717
Employees
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Revenue/Emp
94 96 103 118 134 184 219 216 241 249
Revenue
56.84% 56.79% 59.06% 55.54% 64.97% 59.18% 61.02% 61.64% 62.61% 63.53%
Gross Margin
14 0 9 4 2 4 0 (276) 6 12
EBT
15.26% 0.31% 8.36% 3.28% 1.72% 1.94% (0.18%) (127.50%) 2.47% 4.82%
EBT Margin
11 (3) 7 2 3 2 1 (254) (2) 7
Net Income
9 23 14 21 17 11 33 307 26 23
Depreciation
25.46 25.51 26.87 28.02 26.92 35.37 41.17 40.14 44.45 45.18
Revenue/Sh
3.04 (0.79) 1.95 0.32 0.66 0.36 0.17 (47.20) (0.36) 1.22
Earnings/Sh
4.70 6.82 7.96 6.43 7.45 7.53 5.26 8.19 8.63 7.77
Cash Flow/Sh
(3.15) (0.44) 0.25 (0.35) (0.40) (0.85) (0.85) (0.48) (0.83) (0.59)
Capex/Sh
1.55 6.38 8.21 6.07 7.05 6.68 4.41 7.72 7.80 7.18
Free CF/Sh
26.59 26.36 28.99 52.38 81.65 75.56 73.95 26.99 29.48 33.78
Book Value/Sh
4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 6
Shares
40.50 0.00 117.38 471.02 392.74 688.86 1,027.82 0.00 0.00 71.89
PE Ratio
4.82 5.58 8.52 8.07 9.04 7.21 4.24 2.79 2.67 1.96
PS Ratio
4.61 5.40 7.89 4.32 2.98 3.37 2.36 4.15 4.02 2.62
PB Ratio
5.36 6.02 8.64 8.58 8.17 8.14 4.94 3.70 2.89 2.46
EV/Sales
88.13 24.07 28.28 39.58 31.19 43.12 46.20 19.23 16.37 15.46
EV/FCF
17 26 31 27 37 39 28 44 47 43
Op' Cash Flow
(12) (2) 1 (1) (2) (4) (5) (3) (4) (3)
Capex
6 24 32 26 35 35 23 42 42 40
FCF
19 15 10 97 271 76 76 65 (61) 44
Working Cap'
55 46 23 141 147 221 186 222 81 151
Total Debt
49 41 13 60 (117) 172 153 193 53 125
Net Debt
98 99 111 220 406 394 393 145 160 186
Sh' Equity
6.73% (1.76%) 4.66% 0.63% 0.65% 0.29% 0.14% (45.87%) (0.45%) 1.56%
ROA
6.95% 0.97% 4.94% 1.77% 2.67% 0.52% 0.38% (50.18%) 4.79% 3.72%
ROIC
12.26% (3.00%) 7.10% 1.07% 1.05% 0.47% 0.24% (94.36%) (1.29%) 3.88%
ROE
predictions in italic, sparklines do not include predictions

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Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) key facts

  • Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) is a Scientific & Technical Instruments company in the Technology sector, listed on Nasdaq.
  • Mesa Laboratories, Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2026 (year ended March 2026) was $249.1 million, up 3.38% from fiscal 2025.
  • As of September 25, 2026, MLAB traded at $134.04, a market capitalization of $769.4 million.
  • Mesa Laboratories, Inc. pays an annual dividend of $0.64 per share, a yield of 0.69%, with a payout ratio of 188.2%.
  • Return on equity was 3.88% and debt-to-equity 0.76.

Source: company filings (standardised) and stockrow calculations.

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) Latest News

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17 Aug

3 transcript

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) released its Q1 2027 earnings call transcript. Quarterly earnings details can moderately shift investor views on financial trajectory.

11 Aug

4 transcript

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. released its Q1 2027 earnings call summary detailing quarterly financial results and operational updates. Q1 2027 earnings figures and forward guidance can significantly shift investor views and MLAB share price.

3 transcript

Mesa Laboratories Inc reported margin expansion and addressed debt in its Q1 2027 earnings call. Margin expansion and debt updates from the earnings call point to moderate effects on profitability and financial structure.

10 Aug

3 transcript

Mesa Laboratories held its Q1 earnings call, covering financial results, operational updates and outlook. Q1 earnings details can shift short-term valuation and operational outlook for MLAB.

3

Mesa Laboratories reported first quarter financial results. Quarterly earnings release supplies key metrics that shape near-term valuation and sentiment.

17 Jun

3

Mesa Laboratories stock valuation reflects ongoing operational problems rather than strengths of its core platform and growth potential. Valuation-focused analysis may sway near-term sentiment around MLAB shares but does not signal major operational shifts.

27 May

4

Mesa Laboratories stock plunges on massive sell-off driven by investor reaction to company developments. Sharp sell-off reflects major negative shift in market sentiment with potential to alter near-term trajectory.

3

Mesa Laboratories reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2026. Quarterly and annual earnings releases deliver financial metrics that can shift near-term investor sentiment and valuation.

9 Mar

4

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) announces CEO transition and appoints Siddhartha Kadia as President and CEO. CEO transition and new appointment constitute a major leadership change likely to influence strategic direction and investor sentiment.

5 Feb

3

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) is experiencing strong stock performance despite weak fundamentals, raising concerns about the sustainability of its growth. Analysts suggest that the current stock price may not accurately reflect the company's underlying financial health, which could lead to potential volatility in the future. Investors are advised to consider these factors when evaluating MLAB's stock. Weak fundamentals could moderately influence financial performance and market sentiment.

3 Feb

4 earnings

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. reported its fiscal Q3 earnings, highlighting key financial metrics and performance indicators. The company showed growth in revenue and net income compared to the previous year, driven by strong demand for its products and services. Management provided insights into operational efficiencies and strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing market position. The earnings report reflects a positive outlook for the company, with expectations for continued growth in the upcoming quarters. The earnings report indicates significant growth and strategic initiatives that could alter the company's trajectory.

4

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) reported its third quarter results, highlighting significant revenue growth and improved profitability. The company experienced a 15% increase in revenue compared to the previous year, driven by strong demand in its product lines. Additionally, net income rose, reflecting effective cost management and operational efficiencies. Management expressed optimism about future growth prospects and ongoing investments in innovation. The results indicate a positive trajectory for the company amidst a competitive landscape. The significant revenue growth and improved profitability indicate a strong performance that could influence investor sentiment and future market positioning.

7 Dec

3

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ:MLAB) is currently priced at US$77.63, prompting potential investors to consider whether this is an opportune time to investigate the company's financial health and market position. The article highlights various factors influencing MLAB's valuation and market performance, suggesting that a deeper analysis may be warranted for those interested in the stock. Current market conditions and company performance indicators suggest a moderate influence on Mesa Laboratories' future trajectory.

25 Nov

3

Diamond Hill Capital's Small Cap Strategy has expressed its views on Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB), highlighting the company's performance and potential growth opportunities. The analysis focuses on MLAB's market position, financial health, and strategic initiatives that could influence its future trajectory. Investors are encouraged to consider these insights when evaluating MLAB's stock. The analysis indicates potential growth opportunities that may moderately influence Mesa Laboratories' financial performance and market positioning.

9 Nov

4

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) has surpassed analyst forecasts, leading to updates in analysts' predictions regarding the company's future performance. The positive results indicate strong operational performance and may enhance investor confidence. Surpassing analyst forecasts typically signals significant operational strength and can lead to increased investor confidence and market performance.

7 Nov

4

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ:MLAB) has garnered significant interest from institutional investors, who collectively own 87% of the company's shares. This strong institutional backing indicates confidence in Mesa's business model and future prospects, potentially influencing market sentiment positively. High institutional ownership typically reflects strong investor confidence and can significantly impact the company's market performance and strategic direction.

6 Nov

4

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) reported its second quarter results, highlighting significant revenue growth and improved profitability. The company experienced a 15% increase in revenue compared to the previous year, driven by strong demand in its laboratory services and product lines. Additionally, net income rose, reflecting effective cost management and operational efficiencies. Management expressed optimism about future growth prospects and ongoing investments in innovation. The results indicate a positive trajectory for the company amidst a competitive landscape. Significant revenue growth and improved profitability suggest a strong future performance and positive investor sentiment.

3

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. reported its fiscal Q2 earnings, highlighting key financial metrics and performance indicators. The company experienced fluctuations in revenue and net income compared to the previous year, reflecting ongoing challenges and market conditions. Management provided insights into operational strategies and future outlook, emphasizing areas of growth and potential risks. Overall, the earnings report indicates a mixed performance with both positive and negative trends. The earnings report reveals mixed financial performance that may influence investor sentiment and operational strategies.

18 Oct

3

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ:MLAB) has announced a dividend payout of $0.16 per share. This dividend will be distributed to shareholders on a specified date, reflecting the company's ongoing commitment to returning value to its investors. The decision to issue a dividend indicates a stable financial position and confidence in future performance. The dividend payout suggests a stable financial position, which may moderately influence investor sentiment and financial performance.

22 Sep

3

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) shares surged by 5.7%, driven by positive market sentiment and potential growth prospects. Investors are speculating on the sustainability of this upward trend, considering the company's recent performance and market conditions. Analysts are closely monitoring MLAB's strategic initiatives and financial health to gauge future stock movements. The stock increase reflects moderate investor optimism, but underlying factors may limit its long-term impact.

31 Aug

3

Mlabs Systems Berhad reported its full-year earnings for 2025, showcasing significant financial performance and growth metrics. The report highlights increased revenue and profitability, driven by strategic initiatives and market expansion. Key performance indicators indicate a positive trajectory for the company, reflecting its operational efficiency and market positioning. Investors are encouraged by the results, which suggest a robust outlook for future performance. The earnings report indicates a moderately noticeable influence on financial performance and market sentiment.

24 Aug

3

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) may not be a wise investment for its upcoming dividend due to concerns about its financial health and market position. Analysts suggest that the company's recent performance and future outlook do not justify a strong dividend investment, indicating potential risks for shareholders. Investors are advised to consider these factors before making decisions regarding MLAB shares. Concerns about financial health and market position may moderately influence investor sentiment and performance.

20 Aug

3

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ:MLAB) has declared a dividend of $0.16 per share. This dividend is part of the company's ongoing commitment to return value to its shareholders. The announcement reflects Mesa's financial stability and growth potential, as it continues to operate in its core markets. The dividend announcement indicates financial health but is not expected to significantly alter the company's overall trajectory.

18 Aug

4

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. has successfully executed its previously-announced strategic financing plan, which includes a private placement of common stock and warrants. The financing is expected to enhance the company's financial flexibility and support its growth initiatives. Proceeds from the offering will be used for general corporate purposes, including potential acquisitions and investments in product development. The strategic financing plan is likely to significantly enhance Mesa Laboratories' financial flexibility and support growth initiatives.

9 Aug

4

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) is reportedly undervalued by approximately 40%, according to analysts. The company's financial metrics and growth potential suggest that its stock price does not reflect its true value. Investors are encouraged to consider the company's fundamentals and market position, which may indicate a significant upside in the stock's future performance. The potential undervaluation of 40% suggests significant implications for investor sentiment and future market performance.

5 Aug

4

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. reported its fiscal Q1 earnings, highlighting a revenue increase driven by strong demand across its product lines. The company experienced growth in both its Medical and Industrial segments, contributing to an overall positive financial outlook. Despite challenges in supply chain logistics, Mesa Labs remains focused on innovation and expanding its market presence. The earnings report reflects the company's resilience and strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. The earnings report indicates significant growth and strategic initiatives that could alter the company's trajectory and investor sentiment.

3

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (MLAB) reported Q1 earnings and revenue that fell short of analysts' expectations. The company's performance was impacted by various factors, leading to a decline in stock value following the announcement. Investors are concerned about the implications for future growth and profitability. Earnings and revenue misses can moderately affect investor sentiment and financial performance.

3

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. reported its first quarter financial results, highlighting key metrics such as revenue growth and net income. The company experienced an increase in sales driven by strong demand in its core markets. Additionally, management provided insights into future strategies and market opportunities, emphasizing ongoing investments in product development and innovation. Overall, the results reflect a positive trajectory for the company amidst a competitive landscape. The financial results indicate moderate growth and strategic focus, which may influence future performance but are balanced by market conditions.

26 Jun

4

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ:MLAB) has experienced significant price fluctuations, currently trading at US$97.99, below its intrinsic value of US$133.49. The company is expected to see revenue growth of 10% over the next few years, indicating potential for higher cash flow and share valuation. Investors are encouraged to consider increasing their holdings or entering the stock, as the positive outlook is not yet reflected in the current price. However, financial health should also be evaluated before making investment decisions. The anticipated revenue growth and current undervaluation suggest significant potential for Mesa Laboratories' future performance.

30 May

3

Mesa Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ:MLAB) reported a revenue of US$241.0 million for FY 2025, a 12% increase from FY 2024, but posted a net loss of US$1.97 million, narrowing by 99% from the previous year. The earnings per share (EPS) of US$0.36 missed analyst expectations, although revenue met forecasts. Future revenue growth is projected at 5.0% annually over the next two years, lagging behind the 6.0% growth forecast for the US Life Sciences industry. The company's shares have declined by 5.8% over the past week. Earnings miss and lower growth forecast may moderately influence financial performance and market sentiment.

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