MSA Safety posts 10% sales growth and 20% net income rise in Q1 2026, boosts share buyback program.

MSA Safety reported a 10% increase in net sales to $464 million and a 20% rise in GAAP net income to $71 million for Q1 2026, driven by strong performance in the Americas segment. The company generated a 20.1% operating margin and returned $71 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, authorizing a new $500 million buyback program. Despite challenges in Europe and the Middle East, MSA maintains a strong balance sheet and expects mid-single-digit organic sales growth for 2026, supported by a healthy order book and ongoing strategic initiatives.