MSA Safety CEO Steven Blanco Sells Shares

On June 12, 2026, MSA Safety Incorporated's CEO, Steven Blanco, sold 702 shares of the company. The transaction was valued at approximately $112,242.78, with each share priced at $159.89. This insider transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Insider Buying and Selling at MSA Safety Incorporated

Aside from CEO Steven Blanco's sale, other insider activity at MSA Safety includes purchases by CFO Julie Beck and several other executives in early June 2026. Julie Beck bought 448 shares on June 11, 2026, at an average price of $158.69. Other executives, including Gregory Jordan, Sandra Phillips, Luca Savi, and Diane Pearse, made smaller purchases on June 10, 2026.

Other Institutional Activity in MSA Safety

BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings in MSA Safety by 72,949 shares, bringing its total to 3,251,717 shares valued at approximately $533.1 million. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC initiated a position with 1,842,263 shares worth about $302.0 million. Ruane, Cunniff & Goldfarb L.P. reduced its stake by 35,353 shares to 1,776,282 shares, valued at $291.2 million. State Street Corp also trimmed its holdings by 61,921 shares, leaving it with 1,538,690 shares valued at $252.3 million.

MSA Safety Stock Snapshot

Shares of NYSE:MSA recently traded around $162.48. MSA Safety has a market cap of $6.27 billion, a P/E ratio of 21.93, and a beta of 0.955. The stock's 52-week range is between $151.11 and $208.92, with a 50-day moving average of $167.78 and a 200-day moving average of $171.05. The company maintains a strong current ratio of 3.17 and a quick ratio of 1.80, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 48.57.

Recent Earnings

In its most recent quarter, MSA Safety reported revenue of approximately $1.92 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 10%. The company achieved a net margin of 15.2% and a return on equity of 22.8%. Earnings per share stood at $7.41. The next earnings report is scheduled for August 3, 2026.

Dividend

MSA Safety pays an annual dividend of $2.16 per share, yielding 1.33%. The dividend payout ratio is 28.61%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On May 11, 2026, DA Davidson maintained its 'buy' rating with a price target of $206. Meanwhile, Jefferies assumed coverage with a 'hold' rating and a $180 target on March 31, 2026. Baird also maintained a 'hold' rating with a $195 target on March 30, 2026. Overall, the consensus recommendation is 'buy' with a target mean price of $205.71.

About MSA Safety Incorporated

MSA Safety Incorporated, based in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, develops and supplies safety products and technology solutions globally. The company specializes in products like breathing apparatus, firefighter helmets, gas detection systems, and industrial head protection. It caters to various industries, including fire service, energy, and construction, with a workforce of around 5,300 employees.

Bottom Line

MSA Safety's CEO, Steven Blanco's recent share sale is part of ongoing insider activity, reflecting personal financial decisions rather than company performance. The company continues to perform well, with a solid market position and positive analyst outlook. Investors should note that insider transactions like these are common and may not indicate any fundamental change in the company's prospects.