MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.
S&P 500MSM/Industrials · Industrial Distribution/NYSE
Dividend Yield
2.95%
$3.46 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
MSM's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 12.0x interest coverage & 19.6% net debt / total assets. Areas of concern: 92.5% earnings payout ratio & 89.3% fcf payout ratio.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Interest Coverage: 12.0xEarnings cover interest payments many times over.
- Debt-to-Equity: 40.3Conservative debt level relative to equity.
- Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
Risks
- 5-Year Dividend CAGR: -12.0%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 92.5%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 89.3%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
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SafeAbout MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. is a leading distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products and services. The company primarily serves manufacturers of industrial products, from small businesses to large corporations, across North America. It operates by offering an extensive selection of products, including cutting tools, abrasives, fasteners, and welding supplies. The catalog features hundreds of thousands of stock items sourced from thousands of suppliers, positioning MSC Industrial Direct as a key link in the supply chain for industrial customers. With a focus on improving operational efficiencies for its clients, the company offers additional value through specialized solutions like inventory management, technical support, and supply chain optimization. MSC Industrial Direct plays an essential role in maintaining industrial production and operational continuity, aiding various industries such as aerospace, automotive, construction, and government sectors. As a publicly traded company, its performance and direction provide insight into economic health and industrial activity levels across the regions it serves.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
2.95%
Annual Dividend
$3.46
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
92.47%
FCF Payout Ratio
89.26%
52-Week Range
$78.80 - $120.08
Dividend History (2016–2025)
MSM annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
MSM earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
July 8, 2026
Next Payment Date
July 22, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
4.00%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-12.05%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
7.69%
3-Year Total Growth
12.50%
5-Year Total Growth
-47.38%
10-Year Total Growth
109.82%
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