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MKS Inc., formerly known as MKS Instruments, Inc. (“MKS,” the “Company,” “our,” or “we”), was founded in 1961 as a Massachusetts corporation. We enable technologies that transform our world. We deliver foundational technology solutions to leading edge semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial applications. We apply our broad science and engineering capabilities to create instruments, subsystems, systems, process control solutions and specialty chemicals technology that improve process performance, optimize productivity and enable unique innovations for many of the world’s leading technology and industrial companies. Our solutions are critical to addressing the challenges of miniaturization and complexity in advanced device manufacturing by enabling increased power, speed, feature enhancement and optimized connectivity.
| Metric | TTM | FY2025 | FY2024 | FY2023 | FY2022 | FY2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 3.9B | 3.9B | 3.6B | 3.6B | 3.5B | 3.0B |
| Net Income | 295M | 295M | 190M | -1.8B | 333M | 551M |
| EPS | $4.37 | $4.37 | $2.81 | $-27.54 | $5.56 | $9.90 |
| Free Cash Flow | 497M | 497M | 410M | 232M | 365M | 553M |
| ROIC | 7.9% | 7.9% | 7.4% | -21.6% | 8.3% | 22.1% |
| Gross Margin | 46.7% | 46.7% | 47.6% | 45.3% | 43.6% | 46.8% |
| Debt/Equity | 1.55 | 1.55 | 1.97 | 2.05 | 1.17 | 0.36 |
| Dividends/Share | $0.87 | $0.88 | $0.88 | $0.88 | $0.88 | $0.86 |
| Operating Income | 528M | 528M | 498M | -1.6B | 617M | 699M |
| Operating Margin | 13.4% | 13.4% | 13.9% | -42.9% | 17.4% | 23.7% |
| ROE | 10.8% | 11.7% | 7.9% | -52.9% | 9.0% | 21.0% |
| Shares Outstanding | 68M | 68M | 68M | 67M | 60M | 56M |
MKS INC passes 2 of 9 quality checks, indicating weak fundamentals.
MKS INC trades at 62.5x trailing earnings, compared to its 15-year median P/E of 23.0x, suggesting it is currently Expensive relative to its historical range. On a free-cash-flow basis, the stock trades at 37.0x vs a median of 18.0x. The company's 5-year average ROIC is 4.8% with a gross margin of 46.0%. Total shareholder yield (dividends + buybacks) is 0.6%. At current prices, the estimated annualized return to fair value is +0.0%.
MKS INC (MKSI) has a current P/E ratio of 62.5, compared to its historical median P/E of 23.0. The stock is currently considered Expensive based on its historical valuation range.
MKS INC (MKSI) has a 5-year average return on invested capital (ROIC) of 4.8%. This is below average and may indicate limited pricing power.
MKS INC (MKSI) has a market capitalization of $18.4B. It is classified as a large-cap stock.
Yes, MKS INC (MKSI) pays a dividend with a trailing twelve-month yield of 0.32%. The company also returns capital through share buybacks, with a buyback yield of 0.24%.
Based on historical P/E analysis, MKS INC (MKSI) appears expensive. The current P/E of 62.5 is 172% above its historical median of 23.0. The estimated fair value CAGR (P/E method) is -14.8%.
MKS INC (MKSI) operates in the Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control industry, within the Technology sector.
MKS INC (MKSI) reported annual revenue of $3.9 billion in its most recent fiscal year, based on SEC EDGAR filings.
MKS INC (MKSI) has a net profit margin of 7.5%. This is a modest margin.
MKS INC (MKSI) generated $497 million in free cash flow in its most recent fiscal year. Positive free cash flow supports dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction.
MKS INC (MKSI) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.55. This indicates higher leverage, which may increase financial risk.
MKS INC (MKSI) reported earnings per share (EPS) of $4.37 in its most recent fiscal year.
MKS INC (MKSI) has a return on equity (ROE) of 11.7%. This indicates moderate shareholder returns.
MKS INC (MKSI) has a 5-year average gross margin of 46.0%. This indicates decent pricing power.
The Ledger Terminal provides 16 years of financial data for MKS INC (MKSI), sourced directly from SEC EDGAR filings. This includes income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and key financial ratios.
MKS INC (MKSI) has a book value per share of $40.28, based on its most recent annual SEC filing.
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