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NASDAQ:MKSI

MKS Instruments (MKSI) Stock Forecast, Price & News

$84.88
-2.43 (-2.78%)
(As of 09/21/2023 ET)
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Today's Range
$84.79
$87.07
50-Day Range
$84.88
$109.17
52-Week Range
$64.77
$114.15
Volume
550,842 shs
Average Volume
486,207 shs
Market Capitalization
$5.68 billion
P/E Ratio
N/A
Dividend Yield
1.04%
Price Target
$104.10

MKS Instruments MarketRank™ Forecast

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.75 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
22.6% Upside
$104.10 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
2.81% of Shares Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-1.16
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
1.11mentions of MKS Instruments in the last 14 days
Based on 2 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Selling Shares
$4.65 M Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
47.31%
From $3.72 to $5.48 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

2.38 out of 5 stars

Computer And Technology Sector

259th out of 594 stocks

Process Control Instruments Industry

7th out of 11 stocks


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About MKS Instruments (NASDAQ:MKSI) Stock

MKS Instruments, Inc. provides foundational technology solutions to semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial applications in the United States, Germany, China, and internationally. It operates through Vacuum Solutions Division, Photonics Solutions Division, and Material Solutions Division. The Vacuum Solution Division segment provides foundational technology solutions, including pressure measurement and control, flow measurement and control, gas and vapor delivery, gas composition analysis, electronic control technology, reactive gas generation and delivery, power generation and delivery, and vacuum technology. The Photonics Solutions Division segment offers range of solutions, which include lasers, beam measurement and profiling, precision motion control, vibration isolation systems, photonics instruments, temperature sensing, opto-mechanical components, optical elements, systems for flexible PCB laser processing, high-speed multilayer ceramic capacitor testing, and laser-based systems, as well as high density interconnect PCB and package manufacturing. The Material Solutions Division segment develops, process, and manufactures technologies comprising advanced surface modification, electroless and electrolytic plating, and surface finishing for chemistry, equipment, software, and services markets, as well as high-technology applications. In addition, the company sells its products and services through direct sales, network of independent distributors, and sales representatives, as well as websites, including product catalogs. MKS Instruments, Inc. was incorporated in 1961 and is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts.

MKSI Price History

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MKSI Company Calendar

Last Earnings
8/02/2023
Ex-Dividend for 9/8 Dividend
8/25/2023
Dividend Payable
9/08/2023
Today
9/21/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
11/01/2023
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2023

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Process control instruments
Sub-Industry
Semiconductor Equipment
Current Symbol
NASDAQ:MKSI
CUSIP
55306N10
Employees
10,900
Year Founded
1961

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Forecast
$104.10
High Stock Price Forecast
$115.00
Low Stock Price Forecast
$80.00
Forecasted Upside/Downside
+22.6%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.75
Research Coverage
8 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$333 million
Pretax Margin
-45.99%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$3.55 billion
Cash Flow
$13.49 per share
Book Value
$67.41 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
66,555,000
Market Cap
$5.68 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
1.56

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Key Executives

  • Dr. John T. C. Lee (Age 60)
    Pres, CEO & Director
    Comp: $2.15M
  • Mr. Seth H. BagshawMr. Seth H. Bagshaw (Age 63)
    Exec. VP, CFO & Treasurer
    Comp: $1.21M
  • Mr. David Philip HenryMr. David Philip Henry (Age 50)
    Exec. VP of Operations & Corp. Marketing
    Comp: $758.77k
  • Ms. Kathleen F. Burke Esq. (Age 57)
    Exec. VP, Gen. Counsel & Sec.
    Comp: $882.31k
  • Mr. James Alan Schreiner (Age 61)
    Exec. VP & COO of Materials Solutions Division
    Comp: $800.39k
  • Ms. Madhuri A. Andrews (Age 56)
    Exec. VP & Chief Information Officer
  • Mr. David Ryzhik
    VP of Investor Relations
  • Sally Ann Bouley
    Exec. VP & Chief HR Officer
  • Dr. Mark Milton Gitin (Age 55)
    Exec. VP & GM of Photonics Solutions Division
  • Mr. Eric Robert Taranto (Age 54)
    Exec. VP & GM of Vacuum Solutions Division













MKSI Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell MKS Instruments stock right now?

8 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for MKS Instruments in the last year. There are currently 2 hold ratings and 6 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" MKSI shares.
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What is MKS Instruments' stock price forecast for 2023?

8 brokerages have issued 1-year target prices for MKS Instruments' shares. Their MKSI share price forecasts range from $80.00 to $115.00. On average, they expect the company's share price to reach $104.10 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 22.6% from the stock's current price.
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How have MKSI shares performed in 2023?

MKS Instruments' stock was trading at $84.73 at the start of the year. Since then, MKSI stock has increased by 0.2% and is now trading at $84.88.
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Are investors shorting MKS Instruments?

MKS Instruments saw a increase in short interest in August. As of August 31st, there was short interest totaling 1,880,000 shares, an increase of 19.7% from the August 15th total of 1,570,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 576,500 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 3.3 days.
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When is MKS Instruments' next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, November 1st 2023.
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How were MKS Instruments' earnings last quarter?

MKS Instruments, Inc. (NASDAQ:MKSI) released its earnings results on Wednesday, August, 2nd. The scientific and technical instruments company reported $1.32 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $1.11 by $0.21. The scientific and technical instruments company had revenue of $1 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $983.48 million. MKS Instruments had a negative net margin of 45.65% and a positive trailing twelve-month return on equity of 10.78%. The firm's quarterly revenue was up 31.1% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the company posted $2.59 earnings per share.

How often does MKS Instruments pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for MKS Instruments?

MKS Instruments announced a quarterly dividend on Monday, August 7th. Shareholders of record on Monday, August 28th will be paid a dividend of $0.22 per share on Friday, September 8th. This represents a $0.88 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 1.04%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, August 25th.
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Is MKS Instruments a good dividend stock?

MKS Instruments (NASDAQ:MKSI) pays an annual dividend of $0.88 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.01%.
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What guidance has MKS Instruments issued on next quarter's earnings?

MKS Instruments issued an update on its third quarter 2023 earnings guidance on Wednesday, August, 2nd. The company provided EPS guidance of $0.69-$1.27 for the period, compared to the consensus EPS estimate of $0.81. The company issued revenue guidance of $880.00 million-$980.00 million, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $919.61 million.

What is John T.C. Lee's approval rating as MKS Instruments' CEO?

6 employees have rated MKS Instruments Chief Executive Officer John T.C. Lee on Glassdoor.com. John T.C. Lee has an approval rating of 77% among the company's employees.

What other stocks do shareholders of MKS Instruments own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other MKS Instruments investors own include Micron Technology (MU), NVIDIA (NVDA), Lam Research (LRCX), Applied Materials (AMAT), Alibaba Group (BABA), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), AbbVie (ABBV), Intel (INTC), QUALCOMM (QCOM) and Broadcom (AVGO).

What is MKS Instruments' stock symbol?

MKS Instruments trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "MKSI."

Who are MKS Instruments' major shareholders?

MKS Instruments' stock is owned by a variety of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Capital International Investors (10.38%), BlackRock Inc. (8.55%), Victory Capital Management Inc. (6.11%), Carlyle Group Inc. (5.22%), State Street Corp (2.44%) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. (2.09%). Insiders that own company stock include Carlyle Partners Vi Cayman Hol, David Philip Henry, Elizabeth Mora, Eric Robert Taranto, Gerard G Colella, Jacqueline F Moloney, Kathleen Flaherty Burke, Peter Cannone III and Seth H Bagshaw.
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How do I buy shares of MKS Instruments?

Shares of MKSI stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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What is MKS Instruments' stock price today?

One share of MKSI stock can currently be purchased for approximately $84.88.

How much money does MKS Instruments make?

MKS Instruments (NASDAQ:MKSI) has a market capitalization of $5.68 billion and generates $3.55 billion in revenue each year. The scientific and technical instruments company earns $333 million in net income (profit) each year or ($26.21) on an earnings per share basis.

How many employees does MKS Instruments have?

The company employs 10,900 workers across the globe.

Does MKS Instruments have any subsidiaries?
The following companies are subsidiares of MKS Instruments: Alter Power Systems, Applied Science and Technology, Atotech Manufacturing Inc., Beijing Newport Spectra-Physics Technologies Co. Ltd., Brooks Automation - Granville-Phillips, Compact Instrument Technology, D.I.P., ESI China Inc., ESI Electronic Equipment Shanghai Co. Ltd., ESI International Corporation, ESI Japan K.K., ESI Korea Inc., ESI Vietnam Company Limited, Electro Scientific Industries, Electro Scientific Industries Europe Ltd, Electro Scientific Industries GmbH, Electro Scientific Industries Inc., Electro Scientific Industries Singapore Pte. Ltd., Emerson - ENI, EquipNet, High Q Laser GmbH, IPC Fab Automation, Ion Systems Inc, MKS Denmark ApS, MKS German Holding GmbH, MKS Instruments China Company Ltd., MKS Instruments Deutschland GmbH, MKS Instruments ESI Switzerland GmbH, MKS Instruments Holdings Ltd, MKS Instruments Hong Kong Limited, MKS Instruments Israel Ltd., MKS Instruments Italy S.r.l., MKS Instruments Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V., MKS Instruments Singapore Pte. Ltd., MKS Instruments UK Limited, MKS Japan Inc., MKS Korea Ltd., MKS Spectra Holdings Limited, MKS Taiwan Technology Limited, Micro-Controle Spectra-Physics S.A.S., Micronor LLC, Newport Corporation, Newport Corporation, Newport Instruments Canada Corporation, Newport Laser Holding GmbH, Newport Ophir Holdings Ltd., Newport Opto-Electronics Technologies Singapore Pte. Ltd., Newport Opto-Electronics Technologies Wuxi Company Limited, Newport Spectra-Physics B.V., Newport Spectra-Physics GmbH, Newport Spectra-Physics Limited, Novx Corp, On-Line Technologies, Ophir Japan Ltd., Ophir Optics S.R.L., Ophir Optronics Ltd., Ophir Optronics Solutions Ltd., Ophir Spiricon Europe GmbH, Ophir-Spiricon LLC, Photon Control Inc, Photon Control Inc., Photon Control USA Inc., Plasmart, Precisive, Spectra International, Spectra-Physics K.K., Telvac Engineering, Tenta Technology, Umetrics, V-Gen Ltd., Wenzel Instruments, and Yield Dynamics.
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How can I contact MKS Instruments?

MKS Instruments' mailing address is 2 TECH DRIVE SUITE 201, ANDOVER MA, 01810. The official website for the company is www.mksinst.com. The scientific and technical instruments company can be reached via phone at (978) 645-5500, via email at david.ryzhik@mksinst.com, or via fax at 978-557-5100.

This page (NASDAQ:MKSI) was last updated on 9/22/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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