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MSC Industrial Direct

MSC Industrial Reports Strong Profit Margins in Earnings Call

MSC Industrial Direct released FY2026 Q2 earnings on April 1 During-Market EST, actual revenue USD 917.77 M (forecast USD 931.47 M), actual EPS USD 0.76 (forecast USD 0.8294)

MSC Industrial Direct released FY2026 Semi-Annual earnings on April 1 During-Market EST, actual revenue USD 1.883 B, actual EPS USD 1.6895

MSC Industrial Direct to release FY2026 Q2 earnings report on April 1 During-Market EST, forecast revenue USD 931.83 M, EPS USD 0.8294

Stephens Maintains Hold Rating on MSC Industrial

MSC Industrial Direct released FY2026 Q1 earnings on January 7 During-Market EST, actual revenue USD 965.68 M (forecast USD 962.52 M), actual EPS USD 0.9283 (forecast USD 0.9486)

MSC Reports Q1 Sales Beat Estimates

MSC Industrial Reports Q1 2026 Earnings

MSC Industrial To Release Q4 Earnings Report

MSC Industrial Direct to release FY2026 Q1 earnings on January 7, 2026, during market hours EST, with forecast revenue of USD 961.41 M and EPS of USD 0.9486

MSC Industrial's Net Sales Decreased in Fiscal Year 2025

MSC Industrial Direct released FY2025 annual earnings on October 23 During-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 3.77 B (forecast USD 3.755 B), actual EPS USD 3.57 (forecast USD 3.5776)

MSC Industrial Direct released FY2025 Q4 earnings on October 23 During-Market EST, actual revenue USD 978.18 M (forecast USD 964.26 M), actual EPS USD 1.01 (forecast USD 1.0127)

MSC Industrial Direct to Release FY2025 Q4 Earnings on October 23 During-Market (EST), Forecast Revenue USD 964.26 M, EPS USD 1.0127

MSC Industrial Revamps Credit Agreement

MSC Executives Reduce Company Stock

MSC Industrial CEO Sells Shares

Philip Peller Disposes of 2,000 Shares of MSC Industrial Direct Co. Inc. Common Stock

Stephens Raises MSC Industrial's Target Price to $90

MSC Industrial Direct released FY2025 Q3 earnings on July 1 During-Market EST, actual revenue USD 971.15 M (forecast USD 969.19 M), actual EPS USD 1.02 (forecast USD 1.0189)

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MSC Industrial (MSM.US) Fiscal Year 2026 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call

MSC Industrial (MSM.US) Q3 Fiscal Year 2025 Earnings Conference Call

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MSC Industrial (MSM.US) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call

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MSC Industrial Direct recently hit a 52-week high, supported by analysts endorsing its cost-cutting and pricing strategies, despite missing fiscal second-quarter earnings and revenue targets. The departure of Senior VP Neal Dongre has not deterred investor confidence, as operational improvements take precedence. Analysts emphasize the importance of pricing power amid soft volumes, projecting $4.5 billion in revenue and $323.7 million in earnings by 2029. However, risks remain if customer tolerance for price increases wanes. The stock's fair value is estimated at $93.50, indicating a potential downside from its current price.

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Analyst Support for Cost Cuts and New Highs Might Change The Case For Investing In MSC Industrial Direct (MSM)

AMG National Trust Bank has acquired a new stake in MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. (NYSE:MSM), purchasing 14,954 shares valued at approximately $1.26 million. This acquisition follows a trend of increased investment in MSC, with several other large investors also raising their stakes. Despite recent analyst upgrades and positive sentiment, MSC's stock has faced selling pressure due to a recent earnings miss and revenue shortfall. The stock currently trades at a P/E ratio of 27.06, with a market cap of $5.62 billion.

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AMG National Trust Bank Acquires New Stake in MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. $MSM

MSC Industrial Direct shares are trading higher after Keybanc upgraded the stock from Sector Weight to Overweight rating and announced a $117 price target.

MSC Industrial Direct (NYSE:MSM) reached a new 52-week high of $97.31 during trading, closing at $96.72. Analysts have mixed ratings, with a consensus "Hold" and a target price averaging $90.50. The company reported a quarterly EPS of $0.82, missing estimates, with revenue of $917.77 million. MSC also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.87 per share, yielding 3.6%. Institutional investors hold 79.26% of the stock, reflecting strong interest in the company, which specializes in metalworking and MRO products across North America.

MSC Industrial Direct (NYSE:MSM) Hits New 52-Week High  - Here's What Happened

SG Americas Securities LLC reduced its stake in MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. (NYSE:MSM) by 67.9% in Q4, now holding 5,522 shares valued at $464,000. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their positions, with Allianz Asset Management increasing its stake by 124.2%. MSC Industrial Direct's stock opened at $95.20, with a market cap of $5.31 billion. The company reported Q1 earnings of $0.82 per share, missing estimates, and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.87, yielding 3.7%. Analysts maintain a consensus rating of "Hold" for the stock.

MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. $MSM Shares Sold by SG Americas Securities LLC

MSC Industrial Direct Co Inc (MSM) will trade ex-dividend on 4/8/26, with a quarterly dividend of $0.87 payable on 4/22/26. This dividend represents approximately 0.96% of MSM's recent stock price of $90.23. The estimated annual yield is 3.86%. MSM's 52-week range is $68.10 to $96.99, with the last trade at $89.99. Currently, MSM shares are down about 0.1% on the day.

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MSC Industrial Direct Earnings Call Shows Margin Strength

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MSC Industrial Direct Earnings Call Shows Margin Strength

MSC Industrial Direct reported Q2 net sales of $1.88 billion, a 3.5% increase year-over-year, driven by pricing gains despite a decline in volume. Net income rose 9.9% to $93.3 million, with diluted EPS at $1.69. Key highlights include a gross profit of $770.3 million and operational improvements leading to better inventory turnover and reduced freight costs. E-commerce accounted for 64.1% of sales, reflecting growth in digital channels and high-touch programs.

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MSC Industrial Direct 10-Q: $1.88B Revenue, $1.69 EPS

MSC Industrial Direct (NYSE:MSM) reported quarterly earnings of $0.82 per share, missing estimates by $0.02. Revenue was $917.77 million, below the expected $931.69 million, but up 2.9% year-over-year. The company experienced a decline in volumes due to various disruptions. Gross margin improved to 41.1%, and management forecasts Q3 growth of 5-7%. The stock fell 0.6% to $91.72, with a market cap of $5.12 billion. A quarterly dividend of $0.87 per share was announced, with a yield of 3.8%.

MSC Industrial Direct (NYSE:MSM) Issues Quarterly Earnings Results, Misses Expectations By $0.02 EPS

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Analyst Support for Cost Cuts and New Highs Might Change The Case For Investing In MSC Industrial Direct (MSM)

AMG National Trust Bank Acquires New Stake in MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. $MSM

MSC Industrial Direct shares are trading higher after Keybanc upgraded the stock from Sector Weight to Overweight rating and announced a $117 price target.

MSC Industrial Direct (NYSE:MSM) Hits New 52-Week High - Here's What Happened

MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. $MSM Shares Sold by SG Americas Securities LLC

Cash Dividend On The Way From MSC Industrial Direct (MSM)

MSC Industrial Direct Earnings Call Shows Margin Strength

MSC Industrial Direct 10-Q: $1.88B Revenue, $1.69 EPS

MSC Industrial Direct (NYSE:MSM) Issues Quarterly Earnings Results, Misses Expectations By $0.02 EPS