Form 4: MSA Safety Officer Sells Shares for Tax Obligation

MSA Safety's Chief Accounting Officer, Jonathan D. Buck, disposed of 424 shares of common stock to cover tax liabilities at a price of $170.6 per share.

Summary

• Jonathan D. Buck, Chief Accounting Officer of MSA Safety Inc., reported a disposition of common stock.
• The transaction occurred on August 31, 2025.
• 424 shares of common stock were disposed of at a price of $170.6 per share.
• This disposition was coded as 'F', indicating a payment to the issuer for tax liability incident to the vesting of a security.
• Following this transaction, Mr. Buck beneficially owns 4,767 shares of common stock directly.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: Neutral. This is a routine, non-discretionary transaction (tax withholding) by an insider, which is a common occurrence and does not indicate a change in sentiment towards the company's prospects.

Future Outlook

NA

Industry Context

This filing is a routine disclosure of an insider stock transaction and does not provide information relevant to broader industry trends or competitive analysis.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: A minor reduction in direct insider ownership, but generally viewed as a routine administrative event with no significant impact on company strategy or performance.

Key Dates

Keywords

MSA Safety, MSA, Jonathan D. Buck, Chief Accounting Officer, Insider Transaction, Form 4, Stock Disposition, Tax Withholding, Common Stock