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MSM Dividend Calculator

Calculate how much dividend income MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. (MSM) could generate with reinvestment. Pre-loaded with MSM's current 2.87% yield and 2.7% dividend growth rate.

Dividend Yield: 2.87%

Annual Dividend: $3.48 per share

Share Price: $121.41

Payout Ratio: 83.8%

MSM DRIP Calculator

Model MSM dividend reinvestment with customizable yield, growth rate, contribution, and time horizon. Compare DRIP vs no-DRIP returns and see year-by-year projection tables.

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate (CAGR): 2.7% per year

What If You Invested $1,000 in MSM 10 Years Ago?

A $1,000 investment in MSM on 2016-09-30 would be worth $2,601.83 today with dividends reinvested (DRIP), a total return of 160.2%.

Without reinvesting, the total portfolio value (shares plus cash dividends) would be $2,164.96 (116.5% return). Reinvesting dividends added $436.87 in extra value.

Starting share price: $73.41 — Current share price: $121.41

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MSM's current dividend yield?

MSM (MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.) currently has a dividend yield of 2.87%. This means for every $10,000 invested, you would receive approximately $287 per year in dividend income before taxes.

How much MSM do I need to make $1,000 per month in dividends?

To earn $1,000 per month ($12,000/year) from MSM at its current yield of 2.87%, you would need approximately $418,118 invested. With dividend reinvestment and growth, you may need less over time.

Does MSM pay monthly dividends?

No, MSM pays dividends quarterly (4 times per year). You can build monthly income by combining it with other stocks that pay in different months.

Is MSM's dividend safe?

MSM's payout ratio is 83.8%, which is elevated. Monitor earnings closely, as high payout ratios can indicate less flexibility for dividend growth or sustainability during downturns.

What is MSM's dividend growth rate?

MSM's 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately 2.7% per year. This growth rate is pre-loaded into the calculator above to give you a realistic projection.

What would $1,000 invested in MSM 10 years ago be worth today?

A $1,000 investment in MSM on 2016-09-30 would be worth approximately $2,601.83 today with dividends reinvested (DRIP), a 160.2% total return. Without reinvesting, the total portfolio value (shares plus accumulated cash dividends) would be $2,164.96 — meaning DRIP added $436.87 in extra value.

See full dividend history and analysis on the MSM dividend page.