MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. (MSM) Earnings History
Earnings Pressure30 years of earnings data (1996–2025) · 5-year EPS trend is negative
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MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. (MSM) Earnings Overview
As of July 8, 2026, MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. (MSM) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $231M, reflecting -22.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $4.12 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 5.3%.
Looking at the long-term picture, MSM's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -4.6%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $343M in fiscal 2023.
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 40.8%, operating margin of 8.3%, and net margin of 5.3%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including GWW ($1.78B net income, 9.5% margin), FAST ($1.30B net income, 15.3% margin), SITE ($153M net income, 3.2% margin), MSM has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare MSM vs GWW →
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MSM Historical Earnings Data (1996–2025)
30 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $199M | -22.9% | $314M | $3.57 | 5.3% | 8.3% |
| 2024 | $259M | -24.7% | $406M | $4.58 | 6.8% | 10.6% |
| 2023 | $343M | +1.0% | $492M | $6.11 | 8.6% | 12.3% |
| 2022 | $340M | +56.7% | $475M | $6.06 | 9.2% | 12.9% |
| 2021 | $217M | -13.6% | $342M | $3.87 | 6.7% | 10.5% |
| 2020 | $251M | -13.1% | $368M | $4.51 | 7.9% | 11.5% |
| 2019 | $289M | -12.3% | $431M | $5.20 | 8.6% | 12.8% |
| 2018 | $329M | +42.3% | $421M | $5.81 | 10.3% | 13.2% |
| 2017 | $231M | +0.1% | $379M | $4.05 | 8.0% | 13.1% |
| 2016 | $231M | -0.0% | $376M | $3.77 | 8.1% | 13.1% |
| 2015 | $231M | -2.0% | $387M | $3.74 | 7.9% | 13.3% |
| 2014 | $236M | -0.8% | $389M | $3.76 | 8.5% | 14.0% |
| 2013 | $238M | -8.1% | $397M | $3.75 | 9.7% | 16.2% |
| 2012 | $259M | +18.4% | $414M | $4.09 | 11.0% | 17.6% |
| 2011 | $219M | +45.5% | $350M | $3.43 | 10.8% | 17.3% |
| 2010 | $150M | +20.2% | $242M | $2.37 | 8.9% | 14.3% |
| 2009 | $125M | -36.2% | $205M | $2.00 | 8.4% | 13.7% |
| 2008 | $196M | +12.8% | $320M | $3.04 | 11.0% | 18.0% |
| 2007 | $174M | +27.5% | $297M | $2.59 | 10.3% | 17.6% |
| 2006 | $136M | +21.5% | $228M | $2.00 | 10.4% | 17.3% |
| 2005 | $112M | +38.3% | $178M | $1.61 | 10.2% | 16.2% |
| 2004 | $81M | +55.8% | $131M | $1.17 | 8.5% | 13.7% |
| 2003 | $52M | +43.1% | $83M | $0.77 | 6.2% | 9.8% |
| 2002 | $36M | -10.2% | $60M | $0.51 | 4.6% | 7.6% |
| 2001 | $41M | -23.4% | $87M | $0.57 | 4.7% | 10.1% |
| 2000 | $53M | +8.2% | $93M | $0.68 | 6.7% | 11.8% |
| 1999 | $49M | +3.4% | $82M | $0.72 | 7.5% | 12.5% |
| 1998 | $47M | +31.4% | $76M | $0.69 | 8.1% | 13.1% |
| 1997 | $36M | +74.8% | $59M | $0.53 | 8.2% | 13.4% |
| 1996 | $21M | - | $35M | $0.48 | 6.7% | 11.3% |
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MSM — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MSM stock.
What is MSM earnings per share (EPS)?
MSM trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $4.12, reflecting -22.1% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -4.6%. Complete EPS history from 1996 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.'s net income?
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. (MSM) trailing twelve-month net income is $231M as of 2025. Earnings declined -22.1% year-over-year. MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. has been profitable for 30 consecutive years.
Is MSM profitable?
Yes, MSM is profitable with a TTM net income of $231M and a net profit margin of +5.3%. MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. has generated profits for 30 consecutive years.
What is MSM's earnings growth rate?
MSM compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -22.1%, 3-Year: -16.2%, 5-Year: -4.6%, 10-Year: -0.5%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1996 to 2025.
What are MSM's profit margins?
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. net profit margin is +5.3%, operating margin is +8.3%, and gross margin is +40.8%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +14.2%.
Is MSM growing earnings?
MSM earnings are declining — EPS fell -22.1% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $231M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -4.6%.
What was MSM's best earnings year?
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $343M, achieved in fiscal year 2023. Earnings history on this page spans 1996 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were MSM's earnings last quarter?
MSM's most recent reported quarter was Q3 2026. Net income was $80M with diluted EPS of $1.44. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.