MKS Instruments, Inc provides instruments, subsystems, and process control solutions that measure, monitor, deliver, analyze, power, and control critical parameters of manufacturing processes worldwide. It operates through two segments, Vacuum and Analysis, and Light and Motion. The Vacuum and Analysis segment offers analytical and control solutions, including gas analyzers, automation control products, I/O modules, automation software, and precision machined components and electromechanical assemblies; direct and indirect pressure measurement and integrated process solutions; and materials delivery solutions comprising flow and valve technologies, as well as integrated pressure measurement and control subsystems to provide customers with control capabilities that are optimized for a given application.
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Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Process control instruments
Sub-IndustrySemiconductor Equipment
SectorComputer and Technology
Phone978-645-5500
Debt
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$2.08 billion
Profitability
Miscellaneous
Employees4,851
Next Earnings Date2/4/2020 (Estimated)
OptionableOptionable
MKS Instruments (NASDAQ:MKSI) Frequently Asked Questions
What is MKS Instruments' stock symbol?
MKS Instruments trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "MKSI."
How often does MKS Instruments pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for MKS Instruments?
MKS Instruments announced a quarterly dividend on Monday, October 28th. Shareholders of record on Monday, November 25th will be given a dividend of $0.20 per share on Friday, December 6th. This represents a $0.80 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.75%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, November 22nd. View MKS Instruments' Dividend History.
How were MKS Instruments' earnings last quarter?
MKS Instruments, Inc. (NASDAQ:MKSI) posted its earnings results on Wednesday, October, 23rd. The scientific and technical instruments company reported $1.12 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $0.87 by $0.25. The scientific and technical instruments company earned $462.45 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $442.90 million. MKS Instruments had a net margin of 9.10% and a return on equity of 13.84%. The company's revenue was down 5.1% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period last year, the firm posted $1.88 earnings per share. View MKS Instruments' Earnings History.
When is MKS Instruments' next earnings date?
What guidance has MKS Instruments issued on next quarter's earnings?
MKS Instruments updated its fourth quarter earnings guidance on Wednesday, October, 23rd. The company provided EPS guidance of $0.85-1.19 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus EPS estimate of $1.02. The company issued revenue guidance of $445-495 million, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $461.95 million.
What price target have analysts set for MKSI?
7 analysts have issued 12-month price targets for MKS Instruments' stock. Their forecasts range from $115.00 to $130.00. On average, they anticipate MKS Instruments' share price to reach $123.57 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 15.9% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for MKS Instruments.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for MKS Instruments?
7 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for MKS Instruments in the last year. There are currently 7 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Buy." View Analyst Ratings for MKS Instruments.
Has MKS Instruments been receiving favorable news coverage?
Media coverage about MKSI stock has trended positive recently, InfoTrie Sentiment reports. The research firm scores the sentiment of news coverage by reviewing more than six thousand blog and news sources in real-time. The firm ranks coverage of publicly-traded companies on a scale of -5 to 5, with scores closest to five being the most favorable. MKS Instruments earned a coverage optimism score of 2.9 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave media stories about the scientific and technical instruments company a news buzz of 0.0 out of 10, meaning that recent news coverage is extremely unlikely to have an effect on the company's share price in the near future. View News Stories for MKS Instruments.
Are investors shorting MKS Instruments?
MKS Instruments saw a decrease in short interest during the month of November. As of November 15th, there was short interest totalling 1,920,000 shares, a decrease of 7.7% from the October 31st total of 2,080,000 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 426,200 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 4.5 days. Currently, 3.6% of the shares of the company are short sold. View MKS Instruments' Current Options Chain.
Who are some of MKS Instruments' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to MKS Instruments include Applied Materials (AMAT), Lam Research (LRCX), KLA (KLAC), Teradyne (TER), Entegris (ENTG), Cabot Microelectronics (CCMP), Amkor Technology (AMKR), Brooks Automation (BRKS), Advanced Energy Industries (AEIS), FormFactor (FORM), Xperi (XPER), Rudolph Technologies (RTEC), Nanometrics (NANO), Ultra Clean (UCTT) and Photronics (PLAB).
What other stocks do shareholders of MKS Instruments own?
Who are MKS Instruments' key executives?
MKS Instruments' management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Gerald G. Colella, CEO & Director (Age 62)
- Dr. John T. C. Lee, Pres & COO (Age 56)
- Mr. Seth H. Bagshaw, Sr. VP, CFO & Treasurer (Age 59)
- Mr. Dennis L. Werth, Advisor (Age 64)
- Mr. Richard S. Chute, Sec. & Director (Age 80)
Who are MKS Instruments' major shareholders?
MKS Instruments' stock is owned by many different of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include State Street Corp (2.48%), TimesSquare Capital Management LLC (1.68%), Fisher Asset Management LLC (1.49%), Pictet Asset Management Ltd. (1.08%), Point72 Asset Management L.P. (0.93%) and First Trust Advisors LP (0.83%). Company insiders that own MKS Instruments stock include Brian Charles Quirk, Dennis L Werth, Elizabeth Mora, Gerard G Colella, Jacqueline F Moloney, John R Abrams, John Tseng-Chung Lee, Kathleen Flaherty Burke, Peter Hanley, Richard S Chute and Seth H Bagshaw. View Institutional Ownership Trends for MKS Instruments.
Which major investors are selling MKS Instruments stock?
MKSI stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Millennium Management LLC, TimesSquare Capital Management LLC, Skylands Capital LLC, Russell Investments Group Ltd., Great West Life Assurance Co. Can, SG Americas Securities LLC, State Street Corp and Tygh Capital Management Inc.. Company insiders that have sold MKS Instruments company stock in the last year include Elizabeth Mora, Gerard G Colella, Jacqueline F Moloney, Kathleen Flaherty Burke and Seth H Bagshaw. View Insider Buying and Selling for MKS Instruments.
Which major investors are buying MKS Instruments stock?
MKSI stock was acquired by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including First Trust Advisors LP, Kornitzer Capital Management Inc. KS, Castleark Management LLC, State of New Jersey Common Pension Fund D, State of Tennessee Treasury Department, Lisanti Capital Growth LLC, Mackay Shields LLC and Fisher Asset Management LLC. View Insider Buying and Selling for MKS Instruments.
How do I buy shares of MKS Instruments?
Shares of MKSI can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is MKS Instruments' stock price today?
One share of MKSI stock can currently be purchased for approximately $106.65.
How big of a company is MKS Instruments?
MKS Instruments has a market capitalization of $5.81 billion and generates $2.08 billion in revenue each year. The scientific and technical instruments company earns $392.90 million in net income (profit) each year or $7.83 on an earnings per share basis. MKS Instruments employs 4,851 workers across the globe.View Additional Information About MKS Instruments.
What is MKS Instruments' official website?
How can I contact MKS Instruments?
MKS Instruments' mailing address is 2 TECH DRIVE SUITE 201, ANDOVER MA, 01810. The scientific and technical instruments company can be reached via phone at 978-645-5500 or via email at [email protected]
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