KeyBanc Reiterates Buy Rating on MKS, Analyst Consensus Suggests Moderate Buy.

MKS (MKSI) has received a Buy rating from KeyBanc's Steve Barger, citing the company's strong quarterly earnings release with a revenue of $936 million and net profit of $52 million. The analyst consensus rating is Moderate Buy with a $115 average price target, implying a 16.43% upside from current levels. MKS has a history of strong performance under Barger, with an average return of 11.7% and a 62.62% success rate on recommended stocks.

MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies, has reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, showcasing robust performance across key metrics. The company's revenue for the quarter reached $973 million, surpassing the high end of its guidance, driven by strong year-over-year growth in its Semiconductor and Electronics & Packaging end markets. GAAP net income was $62 million, and net income per diluted share was $0.92, both above the midpoint of guidance. Adjusted EBITDA also exceeded expectations at $240 million, above the high end of guidance.

John T.C. Lee, President and Chief Executive Officer of MKS Inc., commented on the results, "We delivered revenue and adjusted EBITDA above the high end of our guidance, driven by strong year-over-year growth in our Semiconductor and Electronics & Packaging end markets. Our results reflect growing demand for products and solutions addressing advanced packaging and AI-related applications, underscoring our strength in enabling technologies that help customers solve their biggest challenges."

Ram Mayampurath, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, added, "We delivered a strong quarter with improved sales, profitability, and cash generation. We are also progressing well on deleveraging our balance sheet with a $100 million prepayment in June followed by another $100 million prepayment in August."

Analysts have responded positively to the results. KeyBanc's Steve Barger has given MKS Inc. a Buy rating, citing the company's strong quarterly earnings release. The analyst consensus rating is a Moderate Buy with a $115 average price target, implying a 16.43% upside from current levels. Barger's history with MKS Inc. includes an average return of 11.7% and a 62.62% success rate on recommended stocks.

MKS Inc.'s financial results and analyst ratings highlight the company's resilience and growth potential in the face of challenging market conditions. The company continues to focus on creating durable value for both its customers and shareholders.

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[1] https://investor.mks.com/news-releases/news-release-details/mks-inc-reports-second-quarter-2025-financial-results