MSA SAFETY

MSA Safety has acquired Autronica Fire and Security of Trondheim for about $555 million. Autronica generated roughly $160 million in revenue in 2025 and expands MSA’s capabilities in fixed gas and flame detection as well as its geographic presence. The transaction was financed with cash and an existing credit facility; MSA reports a current ratio of 3.17 and a debt-to-equity of 0.49. The company expects the acquisition to be accretive to adjusted EPS already in the first full year and to expand the addressable market to more than $3 billion. » Altro su de.investing.com

MSA Safety reported adjusted EPS of $1.99 for Q1 2026 (+18%) and revenue up 10% to $464 million, beating expectations. Adjusted operating margin increased 100 basis points to 21.8% with strong margin expansion and a 32% incremental operating margin. The company announced the $555 million acquisition of Autronica, which is expected to close in Q3 2026 and to be accretive, supported by anticipated synergies. MSA reiterated its outlook for mid-single-digit organic revenue growth, announced a new $500 million share buyback program, and expects pro‑forma net leverage of about 2.0x after the acquisition. » Altro su de.investing.com

MSA Safety reported adjusted EPS of 1.99 USD for Q1 2026 versus expected 1.83 USD and revenue of 464 million USD versus projected 452.08 million USD. Revenue grew 10% year over year, driven by strategic pricing, operational productivity, new products and acquisitions. The stock rose 1.86% in after-hours trading. Management expects further growth and issued EPS guidance of 2.03 USD for Q3 2026 and 2.15 USD for Q4 2026, but cited geopolitical risks and supply-chain uncertainties as potential challenges. » Altro su de.investing.com