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MSM
Stock ticker: NYSE
AS OF
Jan 14, 04:59 PM (EDT)
Price
$84.69
Change
+$0.51 (+0.61%)
Capitalization
4.72B

MSM MSC Industrial Direct Co Forecast, Technical & Fundamental Analysis

Founded in 1941, MSC Industrial Direct originally manufactured and sold cutting tools to metalworking shops in New York... Show more

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a Summary for MSM with price predictions
Jan 13, 2026

MSM's RSI Oscillator recovers from oversold territory

The RSI Oscillator for MSM moved out of oversold territory on January 08, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is shifting from a downward trend to an upward trend. Traders may want to buy the stock or call options. The A.I.dvisor looked at 28 similar instances when the indicator left oversold territory. In of the 28 cases the stock moved higher. This puts the odds of a move higher at .

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Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bullish Trend Analysis

Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where MSM advanced for three days, in of 323 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .

MSM may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.

Bearish Trend Analysis

The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 67 cases where MSM's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on December 31, 2025. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on MSM as a result. In of 84 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for MSM turned negative on January 06, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 49 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 49 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .

MSM moved below its 50-day moving average on January 06, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.

The 10-day moving average for MSM crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on January 07, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 19 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where MSM declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

The Aroon Indicator for MSM entered a downward trend on January 13, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.

Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)

The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (3.421) is normal, around the industry mean (4.117). P/E Ratio (23.071) is within average values for comparable stocks, (37.781). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (2.095) is also within normal values, averaging (2.212). Dividend Yield (0.041) settles around the average of (0.031) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (1.243) is also within normal values, averaging (1.557).

The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to consistent earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron Seasonality Score of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.

The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.

The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. MSM’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. MSM’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 72, placing this stock better than average.

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published Earnings

MSM is expected to report earnings to fall 14.48% to 84 cents per share on April 08

MSC Industrial Direct Co MSM Stock Earnings Reports
Q1'26
Est.
$0.85
Q4'25
Beat
by $0.04
Q3'25
Beat
by $0.08
Q2'25
Beat
by $0.05
Q1'25
Beat
by $0.04
The last earnings report on January 07 showed earnings per share of 99 cents, beating the estimate of 94 cents. With 679.62K shares outstanding, the current market capitalization sits at 4.72B.
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published Dividends

MSM is expected to pay dividends on January 28, 2026

MSC Industrial Direct Co MSM Stock Dividends
A dividend of $0.87 per share will be paid with a record date of January 28, 2026, and an ex-dividend date of January 14, 2026. The last dividend of $0.85 was paid on July 23. Read more...
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published General Information

General Information

a company which markets tools and industrial products

Industry ElectronicsDistributors

Profile
Fundamentals
Details
Industry
Wholesale Distributors
Address
515 Broadhollow Road
Phone
+1 516 812-2000
Employees
6994
Web
https://www.mscdirect.com
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Correlation & Price change

A.I.dvisor indicates that over the last year, MSM has been closely correlated with FAST. These tickers have moved in lockstep 70% of the time. This A.I.-generated data suggests there is a high statistical probability that if MSM jumps, then FAST could also see price increases.

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1Y
5Y
Ticker /
NAME
Correlation
To MSM
1D Price
Change %
MSM100%
+0.68%
FAST - MSM
70%
Closely correlated
+1.73%
AIT - MSM
67%
Closely correlated
+1.85%
GWW - MSM
66%
Closely correlated
+0.93%
SITE - MSM
60%
Loosely correlated
+1.76%
DSGR - MSM
60%
Loosely correlated
+1.13%
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Correlation & Price change

1D
1W
1M
1Q
6M
1Y
5Y
Ticker /
NAME
Correlation
To MSM
1D Price
Change %
MSM100%
+0.68%
MSM
(2 stocks)
77%
Closely correlated
+0.05%
Electronics Distributors
(43 stocks)
76%
Closely correlated
+0.08%