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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#268
Positioning
Market Dominance
Manufacturing
Measuring And Control Equipment
$8.3B
John Tseng Chung Lee
MKS Instruments, Inc. provides instruments, systems, subsystems, and process control solutions. Its Vacuum & Analysis segment offers pressure and vacuum control solutions, including direct and indirect pressure measurement. Its Light & Motion segment offers laser products, such as continuous wave and pulsed nanosecond laser technologies. Equipment & Solutions segment provides laser-based systems for printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing.
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = MKSI ANALYSIS TARGET
| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$UL UNILEVER PLC | 78 | 96 | 98 | 59 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ASML ASML HOLDING NV | 77 | 89 | 86 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ESLT ELBIT SYSTEMS LTD | 76 | 81 | 87 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MT ArcelorMittal | 75 | 71 | 98 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMAT APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE | 75 | 85 | 87 | 84 | 20.9x | 13.6x | 32.9% | 20.5% | 48.8% | 30.6% | 24.4% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 32.0x | $148.6B | VS | |
$SIMO Silicon Motion Technology CORP | 75 | 84 | 86 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CODA Coda Octopus Group, Inc. | 74 | 83 | 90 | 79 | 16.3x | 11.9x | 7.4% | 7.5% | 68.3% | 19.5% | 18.2% | 29.0% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $84M | VS | |
$GSK GSK plc | 74 | 84 | 90 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EFXT Enerflex Ltd. | 74 | 80 | 91 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$BUD Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV | 74 | 84 | 97 | 63 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MKSI MKS INSTRUMENTS INC | 66 | 56 | 71 | 88 | 69.7x | 25.3x | 9.6% | 2.9% | 47.2% | 13.5% | 6.6% | 11.4% | 0.7% | 164.0x | $8.3B | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 22.3x | 11.5x | -1.9% | 0.9% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
MKS INSTRUMENTS INC (MKSI) receives a "Buy" rating with a composite score of 65.5/100. It ranks #268 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 4-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Andover, Massachusetts
Outperforming peers — winners tend to keep winning over 3-12 months
Trading at a discount to fundamentals — favorable entry valuation
Average quality profile
Average volatility — neutral timing signal
Aggressive spending — empire-building risk, dilutive growth
Top-rated overall — multiple factors aligned for strong entry
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Relative valuation derived from Manufacturing sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
Projection based on user-defined inputs. Re-calculated daily against current market data.
Reverse DCF Framework — Mauboussin Methodology
Institutional-grade Reverse DCF analysis. This model identifies the growth hurdles embedded in current market prices. When implied growth is significantly lower than historical or projected rates, a margin of safety may exist. Re-audited daily.
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View All RatingsROE proxy 9.6% (sector -1.9%)
GM 47% vs sector 44%, OM 13% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover N/A, R&D intensity 7.7%
Rev growth 11%, 10yr history
Interest coverage 2.6x
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
Profit generated per dollar of shareholder equity
Efficiency of asset utilization
Pricing power and cost efficiency
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The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate MKS INSTRUMENTS INC (MKSI) as a Buy with a composite score of 65.5/100 at a current price of $252.00. The stock scores above average across the majority of our quantitative factors and ranks #268, reflecting a favorable risk-reward profile.
MKS INSTRUMENTS INC holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Manufacturing sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 65.5/100 places it at rank #268 in our full universe.
The near-term outlook is constructive, with revenue growing at 11% and momentum in the 88th percentile confirming positive market sentiment. The combination of strong top-line growth and favorable price dynamics suggests the company is executing well on its growth strategy.
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Gross margins of 47% signal strong pricing power.
Value factor score of 71 suggests attractive pricing.
Positive momentum indicates institutional accumulation.
Elevated P/E ratio of 69.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Leverage of 164% D/E amplifies downside risk.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
MKS INSTRUMENTS INC represents a buy based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
MKS INSTRUMENTS INC receives a Buy rating with a composite score of 65.5/100 and 4 out of 5 stars, ranking #268 of 7,333 stocks in our universe. MKSI displays a favorable combination of factors that positions it above the majority of the market. While not without risk, the quantitative profile supports a constructive outlook.
With a quality score of 56/100, MKSI shows adequate but unremarkable business quality. The company reports a return on equity of 9.6% (sector avg: -1.9%), gross margins of 47.2% (sector avg: 44.1%), net margins of 6.6% (sector avg: 1.0%). This suggests the company generates acceptable returns but may lack the competitive positioning or operational efficiency to stand out from peers.
MKSI carries a solid value score of 71/100, pointing to an attractively priced stock relative to peers. Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 69.66x, an EV/EBITDA of 25.31x, a P/B ratio of 6.70x. This score suggests reasonable compensation for the risks involved, with potential upside if the market recognizes the stock's underlying worth.
MKS INSTRUMENTS INC's investment score of 27/100 suggests limited reinvestment activity. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of 11.4% vs. a sector average of 6.7% and a return on assets of 2.9% (sector: 0.9%). While this can be positive for mature, cash-generative businesses returning capital to shareholders, it may also signal a lack of growth opportunities or management conservatism.
MKSI shows strong momentum characteristics with a score of 88/100. The stock has been trending above key moving averages, indicating solid demand from institutional buyers. Revenue growth stands at 11.4% year-over-year, while a beta of 2.47 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. This level of momentum typically signals sustained investor confidence and favorable near-term price action.
With a stability score of 47/100, MKSI exhibits average financial resilience. Key stability metrics include a beta of 2.47 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 164.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). While the balance sheet is not a major concern, the stock is subject to typical market volatility and may experience sharper drawdowns during risk-off episodes.
MKSI carries a short interest score of 75/100, indicating moderate short selling activity. This is a neutral reading — not enough to signal systemic bearishness, but worth monitoring. Specific risk factors include high market sensitivity (beta: 2.47), elevated leverage (D/E: 164.00x). At $8.3B market cap (mid-cap), MKS INSTRUMENTS INC offers reasonable institutional liquidity.
MKSI offers a modest dividend yield of 0.7%. While the income contribution is relatively small, even a small dividend signals management's commitment to shareholder returns and can serve as a signal of financial discipline.
MKS INSTRUMENTS INC is a mid-cap company in the Manufacturing sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #268 of 7,333 overall (96th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of 9.6% exceeding the -1.9% sector median and operating margins of 13.5% above the 2.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Manufacturing peers.
Quant Factor Profile
Key factor gap
Momentum (88) vs Investment (27) — closing this gap could shift the rating.
EV/EBITDA 121% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN
ROE 606% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Gross Margin 7% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN (FAVORABLE)
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081
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ANDOVER, Mass., Feb. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, today announced that John T.C. Lee, President and Chief Executive Officer, will participate in a fireside chat at Morgan Stanley’s Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on Monday, March 2, 2026 at 3:20 p.m. EST.A live webcast of the session will be available in the Investor Relations section of the company's website at https://investor.mksinst.com/event
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