Cliff Asness's MSA Position Overview
Cliff Asness (via Aqr Capital Management LLC) currently holds 41,983 shares of MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) worth $7.19 M, representing 0.00% of the portfolio. First purchased in 2014-Q1, this long-term strategic position has been held for 47 quarters.
Based on 13F filings since 2013, Cliff Asness has maintained a long-term strategic position in MSA, representing a significant commitment to this investment thesis. Largest addition occurred in Q1 2019, adding 236,108 shares. Largest reduction occurred in Q2 2018, reducing 201,771 shares.
Analysis based on 13F filings available since 2013 Q2
Cliff Asness's MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) Holding Value Over Time
Track share changes against reported price movement
Quarterly MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) Trades by Cliff Asness
| Period | Bought/Sold (Sh.) | % Change | Qtr. End Shares | Reported Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 2014 | +17,261 | New Buy | 17,261 | $57.01 |
| Q2 2014 | -7,600 | Reduce 44.03% | 9,661 | $57.45 |
| Q3 2014 | -2,400 | Reduce 24.84% | 7,261 | $49.44 |
| Q4 2014 | +1,700 | Add 23.41% | 8,961 | $53.12 |
| Q1 2015 | -8,961 | Sold Out | 8,961 | $0.00 |
| Q4 2016 | +3,888 | New Buy | 3,888 | $69.44 |
| Q1 2017 | +40,055 | Add 1030.22% | 43,943 | $70.68 |
| Q2 2017 | +120,871 | Add 275.06% | 164,814 | $81.17 |
| Q3 2017 | +221,167 | Add 134.19% | 385,981 | $80.52 |
| Q4 2017 | +48,672 | Add 12.61% | 434,653 | $77.52 |
| Q1 2018 | -138,027 | Reduce 31.76% | 296,626 | $83.24 |
| Q2 2018 | -201,771 | Reduce 68.02% | 94,855 | $96.34 |
| Q3 2018 | +20,355 | Add 21.46% | 115,210 | $106.44 |
| Q4 2018 | +143,902 | Add 124.90% | 259,112 | $94.27 |
| Q1 2019 | +236,108 | Add 91.12% | 495,220 | $103.40 |
| Q2 2019 | -65,099 | Reduce 13.15% | 430,121 | $105.39 |
| Q3 2019 | -172,182 | Reduce 40.03% | 257,939 | $109.11 |
| Q4 2019 | -158,253 | Reduce 61.35% | 99,686 | $126.36 |
| Q1 2020 | -40,398 | Reduce 40.53% | 59,288 | $100.75 |
| Q2 2020 | -45,122 | Reduce 76.11% | 14,166 | $113.02 |
| Q3 2020 | +1,170 | Add 8.26% | 15,336 | $132.82 |
| Q4 2020 | +4,110 | Add 26.80% | 19,446 | $148.31 |
| Q1 2021 | -14,706 | Reduce 75.62% | 4,740 | $150.00 |
| Q2 2021 | -447 | Reduce 9.43% | 4,293 | $165.39 |
| Q3 2021 | +159 | Add 3.70% | 4,452 | $145.78 |
| Q4 2021 | -511 | Reduce 11.48% | 3,941 | $150.98 |
| Q1 2022 | -808 | Reduce 20.50% | 3,133 | $132.78 |
| Q2 2022 | +75 | Add 2.39% | 3,208 | $119.08 |
| Q3 2022 | -912 | Reduce 28.43% | 2,296 | $109.32 |
| Q4 2022 | -378 | Reduce 16.46% | 1,918 | $143.14 |
| Q1 2023 | +1,699 | Add 88.58% | 3,617 | $133.08 |
| Q2 2023 | -844 | Reduce 23.33% | 2,773 | $173.96 |
| Q3 2023 | +24 | Add 0.87% | 2,797 | $157.68 |
| Q4 2023 | +285 | Add 10.19% | 3,082 | $168.82 |
| Q1 2024 | +3,506 | Add 113.76% | 6,588 | $193.60 |
| Q2 2024 | +12,760 | Add 193.69% | 19,348 | $187.69 |
| Q3 2024 | +24,888 | Add 128.63% | 44,236 | $176.57 |
| Q4 2024 | +13,682 | Add 30.93% | 57,918 | $165.77 |
| Q1 2025 | -4,717 | Reduce 8.14% | 53,201 | $146.69 |
| Q2 2025 | -1,800 | Reduce 3.38% | 51,401 | $167.27 |
| Q3 2025 | -9,418 | Reduce 18.32% | 41,983 | $171.19 |
Cliff Asness's MSA Safety Incorporated Investment FAQs
Cliff Asness first purchased MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) in Q1 2014, acquiring 17,261 shares, as reported in their 13F filing for that period. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.
Cliff Asness has held MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) for 47 quarters since Q1 2014. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.
Cliff Asness's largest addition to MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) was in Q1 2019, adding 495,220 shares worth $51.21 M. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.
According to the latest 13F filing for Q3 2025, Cliff Asness's firm, Aqr Capital Management LLC, owns 41,983 shares of MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA), valued at approximately $7.19 M. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.
As of the Q3 2025 filing, MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) represents approximately 0.00% of Cliff Asness's publicly disclosed stock portfolio, making it one of their key holdings. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.
Cliff Asness's peak holding in MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) was 495,220 shares, as reported at the end of Q1 2019. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.