MSM - NYSE
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.
$118.04
+1.7%MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., together with its subsidiaries, distributes metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products and services in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. Its MRO products include cutting tools, measuring instruments, tooling components, metalworking products, fasteners, flat stock products, raw materials, abrasives, machinery hand and power tools, safety and janitorial supplies, plumbing supplies, materials handling products, power transmission components, and electrical supplies. The company offers approximately 1.9 million stock-keeping units through its catalogs and brochures; e-commerce channels, including its Website, mscdirect.com; inventory management solutions; and call-centers and branches. It operates through a distribution network of 28 branch offices, 11 customer fulfilment centers, and seven regional inventory centers. The company serves individual machine shops, Fortune 1000 manufacturing companies, and government agencies, as well as manufacturers of various sizes. MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. was founded in 1941 and is headquartered in Melville, New York.
At a Glance
Live SnapshotMSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. Profit Bridge
Profitability Analysis
Gross Margin
Strong gross margins indicate healthy pricing and efficient production or service delivery.
Operating Margin
Acceptable margins but limited operational leverage. Operating expense control is important.
Net Profit Margin
Moderate profitability with room for improvement. Monitor interest expenses and tax efficiency.
Effective Tax Rate
Moderate tax rate typical for most corporations. Represents standard tax burden on profits.
Profitability Insight
Margin squeeze alert: Healthy gross margins but weak operating margins suggest excessive operating expenses. Cost optimization could unlock significant value.
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. Income Statement
MSM • NYSE
| MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. Income Statement | Aug 2025 | Aug 2024 | Sep 2023 | Aug 2023 | Sep 2022 | Aug 2022 | Aug 2021 | Aug 2021 | Aug 2020 | Aug 2019 | Aug 2018 | Aug 2017 | Aug 2016 | Aug 2015 | Aug 2014 | Aug 2013 | Aug 2012 | Aug 2011 | Aug 2010 | Aug 2009 |
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REVENUE | ||||||||||||||||||||
3.8B | 3.8B | 4B | 4B | 3.7B | 3.7B | 3.2B | 3.2B | 3.2B | 3.4B | 3.2B | 2.9B | 2.9B | 2.9B | 2.8B | 2.5B | 2.4B | 2B | 1.7B | 1.5B | |
GROSS PROFIT | ||||||||||||||||||||
(2.2B) | (2.3B) | (2.4B) | (2.4B) | (2.1B) | (2.1B) | (1.9B) | (1.9B) | (1.9B) | (1.9B) | (1.8B) | (1.6B) | (1.6B) | (1.6B) | (1.5B) | (1.3B) | (1.3B) | (1.1B) | (925.1M) | (801.7M) | |
1.5B | 1.6B | 1.6B | 1.6B | 1.6B | 1.6B | 1.3B | 1.3B | 1.3B | 1.4B | 1.4B | 1.3B | 1.3B | 1.3B | 1.3B | 1.1B | 1.1B | 940.9M | 766.9M | 687.8M | |
OPERATING INCOME | ||||||||||||||||||||
(1.2B) | (1.2B) | (1.2B) | (1.2B) | (1.1B) | (1.1B) | (991.8M) | (991.8M) | (906.9M) | (1B) | (971.5M) | (907.2M) | (912.9M) | (929.9M) | (896.8M) | (721.4M) | (663.8M) | (591.2M) | (525.1M) | (483.1M) | |
(0.0) | (1.2B) | (1.2B) | (1.2B) | (1.1B) | (1.1B) | (991.8M) | (991.8M) | (906.9M) | (1B) | (971.5M) | (907.2M) | (912.9M) | (932.5M) | (885.7M) | (721.4M) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | |
313.7M | 406M | 492M | 492M | 475.3M | 475.3M | 341.7M | 341.7M | 367.8M | 431.2M | 421.4M | 379M | 376M | 386.6M | 389.5M | 397.1M | 414.4M | 349.8M | 241.8M | 204.7M | |
PRE-TAX INCOME | ||||||||||||||||||||
(24.1M) | (25.8M) | (22.5M) | (22.5M) | (17.6M) | (17.6M) | (14.5M) | (14.5M) | (16.7M) | (16.9M) | (14.5M) | (12.4M) | (5.8M) | (6.3M) | (3.9M) | (2.2M) | (241K) | (258K) | (1.1M) | (3.6M) | |
-22.9M | -25.4M | -21.5M | -21.5M | -17.4M | -17.4M | -14.4M | -14.4M | -16.3M | -16.4M | -13.8M | -11.7M | -5.2M | -5.6M | -3.5M | -2M | -45K | -200K | -975K | -2.8M | |
(1.2B) | -2M | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.0) | |
-50.2M | -63.2M | -35.9M | -35.9M | -24.1M | -24.1M | -53.3M | -53.3M | -33.5M | -48.1M | -15.2M | -11M | -4.2M | -13.5M | -9.9M | -13.7M | -2.3M | -435K | -991K | -2.8M | |
263.6M | 342.7M | 456.2M | 456.2M | 451.1M | 451.1M | 288.4M | 288.4M | 334.3M | 383.1M | 406.2M | 368M | 371.7M | 373.1M | 379.5M | 383.4M | 412.1M | 349.3M | 240.8M | 201.9M | |
NET INCOME | ||||||||||||||||||||
(65.7M) | (86.8M) | (113M) | (113M) | (110.7M) | (110.7M) | (70.4M) | (70.4M) | (82.5M) | (94.3M) | (77M) | (136.6M) | (140.5M) | (141.8M) | (143.5M) | (145.4M) | (153.1M) | (130.5M) | (90.5M) | (76.8M) | |
199.3M | 258.6M | 343.2M | 343.2M | 339.8M | 339.8M | 216.9M | 216.9M | 251.1M | 288.9M | 329.2M | 231.4M | 231.2M | 231.3M | 236.1M | 238M | 259M | 218.8M | 150.4M | 125.1M |
SEC Filings
MSM - Filing history and reports
| Filing Type | Filing Date | Period Ending | Fiscal Year | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | April 15, 2026 | April 10, 2026 | 2026 | |
10-Q 10-Q 2026 Q1 Q1 | April 01, 2026 | February 28, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | April 01, 2026 | April 01, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | March 19, 2026 | March 19, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | March 02, 2026 | March 02, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | January 21, 2026 | January 21, 2026 | 2026 | |
10-Q 10-Q 2025 Q4 Q4 | January 07, 2026 | November 29, 2025 | 2025 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | January 07, 2026 | January 07, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2025 N/A | January 05, 2026 | December 31, 2025 | 2025 | |
8-K/A 8-K/A 2025 (Amended) N/A | January 05, 2026 | October 20, 2025 | 2025 |
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