Francois Rochon's MSA Position Overview
Francois Rochon (via Giverny Capital Inc.) currently holds 166,305 shares of MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) worth $29.03 M, representing 0.98% of the portfolio. First purchased in 1970-Q1, this long-term strategic position has been held for 226 quarters.
Based on 13F filings since 2013, Francois Rochon has maintained a long-term strategic position in MSA, representing a significant commitment to this investment thesis. Largest reduction occurred in Q2 2026, reducing 11.81 M shares.
Analysis based on 13F filings available since 2013 Q2
Francois Rochon's MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) Holding Value Over Time
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Quarterly MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) Trades by Francois Rochon
| Report Date | Bought/Sold (Sh.) | % Change | Qtr. End Shares | Reported Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026 | +166,305 | New Buy | 166,305 | $174.58 |
| Q1 1970 | +11.97 M | Add 0.00% | 11.97 M | $2.42 |
Francois Rochon's MSA Safety Incorporated Investment FAQs
Francois Rochon first purchased MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) in Q1 1970, acquiring 11,973,960 shares, as reported in their 13F filing for that period. Note: Analysis reflects filings available since Q2 2013; earlier records may be incomplete.
Francois Rochon has held MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) for 226 quarters since Q1 1970.
Francois Rochon's largest addition to MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) was in Q1 1970, adding 11,973,960 shares worth $29.03 M.
According to the latest 13F filing for Q2 2026, Francois Rochon's firm, Giverny Capital Inc., owns 166,305 shares of MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA), valued at approximately $29.03 M.
As of the Q2 2026 filing, MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) represents approximately 0.98% of Francois Rochon's publicly disclosed stock portfolio, making it one of their key holdings.
Francois Rochon's peak holding in MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) was 11,973,960 shares, as reported at the end of Q1 1970.