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Jun 30, 2022

MSA Q2 2022 Earnings Report

MSA Safety's second quarter results demonstrated strong growth, driven by the execution of strategy and a robust demand environment.

Key Takeaways

MSA Safety reported a 9% increase in total sales to $372 million and GAAP earnings of $1.21 per diluted share. The company's performance was driven by robust demand across diversified end markets and excellent operational execution.

Total sales increased by 9% year-over-year, reaching $372 million.

GAAP operating income was $62 million, representing 16.5% of sales.

GAAP earnings per diluted share were $1.21, compared to $0.64 in the same period last year.

The company funded an $18 million dividend and repurchased $28 million in shares during the quarter.

Total Revenue
$372M
Previous year: $341M
+9.1%
EPS
$1.29
Previous year: $1.06
+21.7%
Operating Margin
16.5%
Previous year: 10.3%
+60.2%
Adjusted Operating Margin
17.6%
Previous year: 17.2%
+2.3%
Gross Profit
$164M
Previous year: $153M
+7.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$134M
Previous year: $174M
-23.0%
Free Cash Flow
$15.5M
Previous year: $27.6M
-44.0%
Total Assets
$2.41B
Previous year: $1.96B
+22.7%

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Forward Guidance

Despite economic uncertainties, MSA remains confident in its ability to execute its strategy and drive long-term value, entering the second half with record backlog and a healthy balance sheet.

Positive Outlook

  • Strong order activity throughout the quarter.
  • Key end markets remain healthy, with broad-based demand.
  • Significant fire service breathing apparatus orders awarded.
  • Successfully managing through a dynamic macroeconomic environment.
  • Record backlog and a very healthy balance sheet.

Challenges Ahead

  • Ongoing supply chain issues.
  • Supply chain challenges impacted growth.
  • Supply chain challenges impacted working capital.
  • Supply chain challenges impacted cash flow.
  • Growing economic uncertainties.

Revenue & Expenses

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