MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. MSM
- Market cap
- $6.7B
- P/E
- 29.3×
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Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
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| 54.19 | 65.42 | 73.28 | 64.59 | 44.93 | 77.47 | 71.33 | 76.75 | 72.79 | 68.10 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 95.10 | 105.70 | 99.94 | 86.87 | 87.84 | 96.23 | 87.99 | 105.77 | 104.76 | 94.31 |
High Price
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| — | 6,563 | 6,657 | 6,700 | 6,315 | 6,571 | 6,994 | 7,377 | 7,423 | 7,284 |
Employees
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| 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 2,864 | 2,888 | 3,204 | 3,364 | 3,192 | 3,243 | 3,692 | 4,009 | 3,821 | 3,770 |
Revenue
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| 45.01% | 44.54% | 43.48% | 42.57% | 42.08% | 41.12% | 42.21% | 40.98% | 41.16% | 40.75% |
Gross Margin
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| 372 | 368 | 406 | 383 | 334 | 288 | 451 | 456 | 343 | 264 |
EBT
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| 12.98% | 12.74% | 12.68% | 11.39% | 10.47% | 8.89% | 12.22% | 11.38% | 8.97% | 6.99% |
EBT Margin
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| 231 | 231 | 329 | 289 | 252 | 218 | 340 | 343 | 256 | 198 |
Net Income
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| 72 | 63 | 63 | 65 | 69 | 69 | 71 | 76 | 83 | 92 |
Depreciation
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| 47.01 | 51.03 | 56.85 | 60.89 | 57.55 | 58.19 | 66.19 | 71.70 | 67.92 | 67.58 |
Revenue/Sh
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| 3.78 | 4.08 | 5.84 | 5.23 | 4.53 | 3.89 | 6.09 | 6.14 | 4.60 | 3.57 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 6.59 | 4.36 | 6.03 | 5.94 | 7.15 | 4.03 | 4.41 | 12.51 | 7.30 | 5.98 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (1.44) | (0.82) | (0.80) | (0.94) | (0.85) | (0.96) | (0.66) | (1.65) | (1.77) | (1.12) |
Capex/Sh
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| 5.14 | 3.54 | 5.23 | 5.01 | 6.30 | 3.06 | 3.76 | 10.86 | 5.53 | 4.86 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 18.03 | 21.65 | 24.62 | 26.86 | 23.81 | 20.85 | 24.42 | 26.69 | 24.91 | 25.04 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 61 | 57 | 56 | 55 | 55 | 56 | 56 | 56 | 56 | 56 |
Shares
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| 19.27 | 16.92 | 14.64 | 12.74 | 14.58 | 21.65 | 13.03 | 16.62 | 17.50 | 25.06 |
PE Ratio
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| 1.55 | 1.35 | 1.50 | 1.09 | 1.15 | 1.45 | 1.20 | 1.42 | 1.19 | 1.32 |
PS Ratio
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| 4.05 | 3.18 | 3.47 | 2.48 | 2.77 | 4.04 | 3.24 | 3.82 | 3.23 | 3.56 |
PB Ratio
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| 1.67 | 1.45 | 1.62 | 1.22 | 1.30 | 1.69 | 1.40 | 1.52 | 1.31 | 1.43 |
EV/Sales
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| 15.23 | 20.85 | 17.56 | 14.79 | 11.86 | 32.07 | 24.67 | 10.07 | 16.09 | 19.93 |
EV/FCF
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| 401 | 247 | 340 | 328 | 397 | 224 | 246 | 700 | 411 | 334 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (88) | (47) | (45) | (52) | (47) | (54) | (37) | (92) | (99) | (63) |
Capex
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| 313 | 200 | 295 | 277 | 350 | 171 | 210 | 607 | 311 | 271 |
FCF
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| 503 | 448 | 657 | 753 | 829 | 752 | 818 | 668 | 583 | 497 |
Working Cap'
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| 607 | 533 | 535 | 442 | 619 | 822 | 795 | 454 | 509 | 486 |
Total Debt
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| 554 | 517 | 489 | 410 | 494 | 782 | 751 | 404 | 479 | 429 |
Net Debt
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| 1,098 | 1,225 | 1,387 | 1,484 | 1,321 | 1,162 | 1,362 | 1,493 | 1,401 | 1,397 |
Sh' Equity
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| 11.10% | 11.12% | 15.01% | 12.56% | 10.70% | 8.95% | 13.09% | 13.02% | 10.33% | 8.10% |
ROA
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| 14.22% | 13.60% | 14.01% | 13.20% | 12.08% | 9.70% | 13.86% | 15.94% | 12.98% | 10.32% |
ROIC
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| 19.02% | 19.92% | 25.20% | 20.12% | 17.91% | 17.48% | 26.92% | 24.05% | 17.87% | 14.25% |
ROE
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MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. (MSM) key facts
- MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. (MSM) is an Industrial Distribution company in the Industrials sector, listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
- MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended August 2025) was $3.8 billion, down 1.35% from fiscal 2024.
- Net income was $197.8 million, or $3.57 per share (basic), a net margin of 5.29%.
- As of September 25, 2026, MSM traded at $121.22, a market capitalization of $6.7 billion.
- At that price the stock trades at 29.3× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 1.7× sales.
- MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. pays an annual dividend of $3.16 per share, a yield of 3.39%, with a payout ratio of 48.7%.
- Return on equity was 14.3% and debt-to-equity 0.36.
MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. (MSM) Latest News
2 Jul
MSC Industrial Direct Company beat Q3 earnings expectations driven by price gains and volume growth. Q3 earnings beat from price gains and volume growth signals stronger financial performance likely to lift stock valuation and investor sentiment.
MSC Industrial Direct posted strong Q3 results, yet its shares appear overvalued and richly priced relative to fundamentals and peers. Strong Q3 beats lift near-term sentiment but rich valuation signals limited further upside and no structural change to long-term trajectory.
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. reported Q3 2026 earnings results during its earnings call, covering financial performance, operational metrics, and forward outlook. Quarterly earnings provide updated financial metrics and guidance that influence near-term stock sentiment and valuation.
MSM Q3 earnings call highlights initial volume growth and ongoing cost resets amid operational adjustments. Q3 earnings call signals early volume gains and cost resets that may moderately influence near-term financials and sentiment.
1 Jul
MSC Industrial (MSM) released Q3 2026 earnings call transcript covering financial results, management commentary and outlook. Quarterly earnings details and forward guidance directly shape valuation and investor positioning.
MSC Industrial Direct Co Inc reported strong sales growth in Q3 2026 earnings call highlights. Strong sales growth in quarterly earnings can moderately lift financial outlook and stock sentiment.
MSC Industrial Direct reported Q3 earnings with key financial metrics compared to analyst estimates. Q3 earnings metrics versus estimates can shift near-term investor sentiment and valuation for MSC Industrial.
MSC Industrial Direct shares rose after the company reported third-quarter earnings that beat expectations. Third-quarter earnings beat drove immediate share price gains and may support near-term sentiment.
MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. (MSM) reported Q3 earnings and revenues above analyst estimates. Q3 earnings and revenue beats can moderately lift near-term stock sentiment and valuation multiples for MSC Industrial.
MSC Industrial (MSM) beat Q2 CY2026 sales estimates, triggering a sharp rise in its stock price. Quarterly sales beat drives short-term positive stock reaction without changing long-term fundamentals.
MSC Industrial Supply Co. reported fiscal 2026 third quarter results. Quarterly results update key financial metrics that shape near-term investor views on performance.
29 Jun
MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. (MSM) is scheduled to report earnings tomorrow. Preview of upcoming earnings may influence short-term investor sentiment and stock movement for MSM.
7 Jun
MSC Industrial Direct (MSM) shares rose 5.5% after the company announced a major cost-cutting plan to eliminate 1,000 jobs. Announcement of 1,000-job cuts represents major operational restructuring that will directly reduce costs and alter company trajectory.
MSC Industrial Direct implements cost cuts while undergoing valuation shifts that reshape operational efficiency and stock positioning. Cost reductions combined with valuation changes moderately affect MSC Industrial Direct profitability and market trajectory.
7 May
Grainger beat Q1 earnings estimates driven by strong sales and raised its 2026 outlook. Grainger's earnings beat and raised long-term guidance as a direct competitor moderately pressures MSC's market sentiment and competitive position.
30 Apr
MSC Industrial Direct (MSM) investment story shifts with new US$94 focus, altering the company's narrative and potential trajectory. Shift in investment story tied to US$94 focus signals moderately noticeable influence on market sentiment and financial outlook.
13 Apr
Fastenal's earnings surged due to strengthening industrial activity. Improving industrial activity boosting Fastenal's earnings indicates favorable sector demand trends benefiting MSC Industrial's performance.
10 Apr
MSC Industrial Direct (MSM) reported improved quarterly and first-half results, prompting a reassessment of its valuation amid stronger performance. Improved quarterly and first-half results signal significant positive shifts in financial performance and investor sentiment for MSM.
8 Apr
Top 5 analyst questions from MSC Industrial’s Q1 earnings call focused on sales declines, gross margin pressures, inventory management, competitive dynamics, and fiscal 2024 guidance. Analyst questions highlight moderately noticeable influences on financial performance and strategic outlook.
2 Apr
MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. (MSM) Q2 earnings missed analyst estimates, despite revenues rising year-over-year. Q2 earnings miss highlights profitability pressures despite revenue growth, moderately affecting financial performance and investor sentiment.
MSC Industrial Direct (MSM) Q1 results show organizational overhaul disrupting growth, while margin improvement initiatives gain traction. Organizational overhaul disrupts growth but margin initiatives provide offsetting gains, yielding moderate impact on financial performance.
1 Apr
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. released summary of Q2 2026 earnings call highlighting financial results, guidance, and operational updates. Q2 2026 earnings call summary discloses financial performance and forward guidance directly affecting investor sentiment and stock trajectory.
MSC Industrial (MSM) reported Q2 earnings, analyzing key metrics for insights into performance. Q2 earnings report reveals financial results and key metrics that can significantly impact stock price and future trajectory.
MSC Industrial Direct Q2 earnings call highlights key financial results, operational updates, sales performance, profitability metrics, and forward guidance amid market challenges. Q2 earnings highlights detail financial performance and guidance that could significantly sway investor sentiment and stock trajectory.
MSC Industrial (MSM) reported Q2 earnings and revenues below analyst estimates. Q2 earnings and revenue shortfalls directly undermine financial results and investor confidence, likely pressuring stock performance and future guidance.
MSC Industrial Supply Co. reported Fiscal 2026 second quarter results. Quarterly earnings releases significantly impact financial performance metrics and investor sentiment.
MSC Industrial Direct (MSM) reported Q2 earnings, with key metrics indicating performance trends and financial health. Q2 earnings report provides insights into financial performance with moderate influence on market sentiment and trajectory.
MSC Industrial (NYSE:MSM) missed Q1 CY2026 sales expectations. Missing Q1 CY2026 sales expectations will moderately impact MSM's financial performance and investor sentiment.
31 Mar
Analysts preview MSC Industrial Direct (MSM) fiscal Q1 earnings, highlighting expected revenue of $952 million, adjusted EPS of $1.03, and factors like inventory destocking, softer demand, and potential margin improvements amid ARAC strategies. Q1 earnings expectations could moderately affect MSM's financial performance and investor sentiment ahead of the report.
27 Mar
MSC Industrial Direct (MSM) valuation reassessed after recent share price momentum amid softening demand. Soft demand offsets share price gains, moderately influencing MSM's financial performance and market trajectory.