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MKS Instruments - MKSI Stock Price Target and Predictions

  • Consensus Rating: Buy
  • Consensus Price Target: $115.73
  • Forecasted Upside: 36.42%
  • Number of Analysts: 8
  • Breakdown:
  • 0 Sell Ratings
  • 2 Hold Ratings
  • 6 Buy Ratings
  • 0 Strong Buy Ratings
$84.83 As of 03/24/2023 01:33 PM ET
▼ -1.23 (-1.43%)

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Analyst Price Target for MKSI

Analyst Price Target is $115.73
▲ +36.42% Upside Potential
This price target is based on 8 analysts offering 12 month price targets for MKS Instruments in the last 3 months. The average price target is $115.73, with a high forecast of $230.00 and a low forecast of $80.00. The average price target represents a 36.42% upside from the last price of $84.83.

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Current Consensus is Buy

The current consensus among 8 contributing investment analysts is to buy stock in MKS Instruments. This Buy consensus rating has held steady for over two years.

Past Monthly Recommendations

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  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 9 buy ratings
  • 0 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
9/29/2021
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 7 buy ratings
  • 0 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
12/28/2021
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 8 buy ratings
  • 0 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
3/28/2022
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 7 buy ratings
  • 1 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
6/26/2022
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 7 buy ratings
  • 1 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
9/24/2022
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 7 buy ratings
  • 2 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
12/23/2022
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 7 buy ratings
  • 2 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
2/21/2023
  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 6 buy ratings
  • 2 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings
Ratings as of
3/23/2023

Latest Recommendations

  • 0 strong buy ratings
  • 6 buy ratings
  • 2 hold ratings
  • 0 sell ratings

Display Ratings By
DateBrokerageActionRatingPrice TargetImpact on Share PriceDetails
3/15/2023BenchmarkLower TargetBuy$125.00 ➝ $115.00Low
3/2/2023CitigroupBoost TargetBuy$100.00 ➝ $113.00Low
3/1/2023Wells Fargo & CompanyBoost TargetEqual Weight$90.00 ➝ $95.00Low
3/1/2023BenchmarkUpgradeHold ➝ Buy$125.00Low
2/28/2023Needham & Company LLCReiterated RatingBuy$110.00 ➝ $115.00Low
1/30/2023Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftBoost Target$90.00 ➝ $110.00Low
1/13/2023KeyCorpBoost TargetOverweight$100.00 ➝ $115.00Low
1/9/2023Wells Fargo & CompanyBoost TargetEqual Weight$80.00 ➝ $90.00Low
1/3/2023DA DavidsonReiterated RatingBuyLow
12/20/2022KeyCorpUpgradeSector Weight ➝ Overweight$100.00Low
12/15/2022CowenBoost Target$85.00 ➝ $100.00Low
12/15/2022Wells Fargo & CompanyBoost Target$70.00 ➝ $80.00Low
12/15/2022BarclaysBoost TargetEqual Weight$70.00 ➝ $80.00Low
12/15/2022DA DavidsonBoost Target$90.00 ➝ $100.00Low
12/15/2022CowenBoost Target$85.00 ➝ $100.00Low
12/15/2022Needham & Company LLCBoost TargetBuy$90.00 ➝ $110.00Low
11/4/2022DA DavidsonLower Target$120.00 ➝ $90.00Low
11/4/2022Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftLower Target$100.00 ➝ $90.00Low
11/4/2022CowenLower Target$145.00 ➝ $85.00Low
11/4/2022CowenLower Target$145.00 ➝ $85.00Low
11/4/2022BenchmarkDowngradeBuy ➝ HoldLow
11/4/2022CitigroupLower TargetBuy$140.00 ➝ $100.00N/A
11/3/2022Needham & Company LLCLower TargetBuy$95.00 ➝ $90.00Low
10/21/2022Needham & Company LLCLower TargetBuy$105.00 ➝ $95.00Low
10/13/2022Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftLower TargetBuy$110.00 ➝ $100.00Low
10/10/2022Wells Fargo & CompanyLower TargetEqual Weight$105.00 ➝ $90.00Low
9/29/2022Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftLower Target$125.00 ➝ $110.00Low
9/27/2022Needham & Company LLCLower TargetBuy$135.00 ➝ $105.00Low
9/19/2022BenchmarkLower TargetBuy$172.00 ➝ $145.00Low
9/1/2022Wells Fargo & CompanyLower TargetEqual Weight$110.00 ➝ $105.00Low
7/29/2022Needham & Company LLCBoost TargetBuy$130.00 ➝ $135.00Low
7/28/2022Stifel NicolausLower Target$242.00 ➝ $230.00Low
7/19/2022Needham & Company LLCLower TargetBuy$175.00 ➝ $130.00Low
7/18/2022Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftLower Target$150.00 ➝ $125.00Low
6/23/2022Wells Fargo & CompanyLower TargetEqual Weight$125.00 ➝ $110.00Low
4/28/2022Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftLower Target$170.00 ➝ $150.00High
4/28/2022CitigroupLower Target$170.00 ➝ $140.00High
4/18/2022Wells Fargo & CompanyLower TargetEqual Weight$155.00 ➝ $125.00Low
4/13/2022Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftLower TargetBuy$200.00 ➝ $170.00Low
4/7/2022Stifel NicolausBoost Target$256.00 ➝ $260.00Low
2/22/2022Loop CapitalInitiated CoverageBuy$200.00High
1/28/2022Needham & Company LLCLower TargetBuy$215.00 ➝ $185.00High
1/28/2022Rosenblatt SecuritiesLower TargetBuy$225.00 ➝ $205.00High
1/28/2022Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftLower TargetBuy$225.00 ➝ $200.00High
1/25/2022KeyCorpInitiated CoverageSector Weight ➝ Sector WeightMedium
12/27/2021Needham & Company LLCReiterated RatingBuy$215.00High
12/13/2021CitigroupUpgradeNeutral ➝ Buy$190.00High
10/29/2021Rosenblatt SecuritiesLower TargetBuy$285.00 ➝ $225.00High
8/20/2021CitigroupInitiated CoverageNeutralLow
7/30/2021Needham & Company LLCLower TargetPositive ➝ Buy$235.00 ➝ $215.00Low
7/30/2021BenchmarkLower TargetBuy$235.00 ➝ $216.00Low
7/6/2021Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftInitiated CoverageBuy$225.00Low
7/2/2021Needham & Company LLCBoost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$222.00 ➝ $235.00Medium
5/28/2021Rosenblatt SecuritiesBoost TargetBuy$265.00 ➝ $285.00Low
4/28/2021DA DavidsonBoost Target$215.00 ➝ $230.00Low
4/28/2021Rosenblatt SecuritiesBoost TargetBuy$235.00 ➝ $265.00Low
4/27/2021Stifel NicolausReiterated RatingPositive ➝ Buy$225.00 ➝ $250.00Low
1/29/2021CitigroupLower Target$200.00 ➝ $180.00Low
1/29/2021KeyCorpBoost TargetOverweight$175.00 ➝ $207.00High
1/26/2021Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftBoost TargetPositive ➝ Buy$170.00 ➝ $200.00High
1/25/2021CitigroupBoost TargetNeutral$124.00 ➝ $200.00Low
1/22/2021Needham & Company LLCBoost TargetBuy$175.00 ➝ $205.00Low
12/11/2020Needham & Company LLCBoost TargetBuy$145.00 ➝ $175.00Low
12/11/2020Rosenblatt SecuritiesBoost TargetBuy$185.00 ➝ $205.00Low
12/11/2020CowenBoost TargetOutperform$150.00 ➝ $178.00Low
12/11/2020DA DavidsonBoost TargetBuy$150.00 ➝ $175.00Low
12/11/2020Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftBoost TargetBuy$145.00 ➝ $170.00Low
12/11/2020KeyCorpBoost TargetOverweight$155.00 ➝ $175.00Low
10/29/2020BenchmarkBoost TargetBuy$146.00 ➝ $150.00Low
9/11/2020Berenberg BankInitiated CoverageBuyMedium
7/31/2020Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftBoost Target$130.00 ➝ $145.00High
7/31/2020KeyCorpBoost TargetOverweight$122.00 ➝ $152.00Low
7/29/2020Rosenblatt SecuritiesBoost TargetBuy$162.00 ➝ $185.00High
7/28/2020Needham & Company LLCBoost TargetPositive ➝ Buy$125.00 ➝ $135.00Medium
7/21/2020Rosenblatt SecuritiesInitiated CoverageBuy$162.00Low
7/1/2020Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftBoost TargetBuy$120.00 ➝ $130.00Medium
6/25/2020Wells Fargo & CompanyInitiated CoverageEqual Weight$120.00Low
6/18/2020DA DavidsonUpgradeNeutral ➝ Buy$150.00High
6/15/2020Needham & Company LLCInitiated CoverageBuy$125.00Medium
4/30/2020CitigroupBoost TargetNeutral$85.00 ➝ $115.00High
4/30/2020DA DavidsonBoost TargetNeutral$85.00 ➝ $100.00High
4/2/2020DA DavidsonDowngradeBuy ➝ Neutral$85.00High
3/27/2020Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftLower TargetBuy$130.00 ➝ $110.00High
3/23/2020CitigroupDowngradeBuy ➝ Neutral$130.00 ➝ $85.00Low
2/2/2020Stifel NicolausReiterated RatingBuy$134.00High
1/30/2020BenchmarkBoost TargetBuy$120.00 ➝ $130.00High
1/29/2020KeyCorpBoost TargetOverweight$117.00 ➝ $130.00Medium
1/27/2020Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftBoost TargetBuy$115.00 ➝ $130.00High
10/25/2019DA DavidsonBoost TargetBuy$125.00Low
10/25/2019BenchmarkReiterated RatingBuy$120.00Medium
10/25/2019CitigroupBoost TargetBuy$115.00 ➝ $124.00Medium
10/25/2019CowenBoost TargetOutperform$110.00 ➝ $130.00Medium
9/23/2019CitigroupBoost TargetBuy$102.00 ➝ $115.00Low
5/15/2019Susquehanna BancsharesInitiated CoveragePositive ➝ Positive$123.00Low
4/30/2019CowenReiterated RatingOutperform ➝ Outperform$115.00 ➝ $120.00High
4/17/2019Deutsche Bank AktiengesellschaftBoost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$100.00 ➝ $115.00Low
4/2/2019Stifel NicolausBoost TargetBuy ➝ Outperform$100.00 ➝ $128.00Low
3/29/2019BenchmarkBoost TargetBuy$98.00 ➝ $111.00High
3/26/2019DA DavidsonBoost TargetBuy$105.00Low
2/4/2019CowenReiterated RatingBuyMedium
1/31/2019BenchmarkReiterated RatingBuy$98.00Low
10/26/2018BenchmarkLower TargetBuy$100.00Low
10/25/2018KeyCorpLower TargetOverweight$135.00 ➝ $112.00Medium
10/24/2018CowenSet TargetBuy$100.00High
10/23/2018Stifel NicolausLower TargetBuy$155.00 ➝ $146.00Low
9/25/2018CitigroupLower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$118.00 ➝ $101.00High
7/30/2018CitigroupLower TargetBuy ➝ Buy$122.00 ➝ $118.00Medium
7/26/2018KeyCorpReiterated RatingBuy$135.00High
7/26/2018BenchmarkReiterated RatingBuy$125.00High
7/26/2018CowenLower TargetHold$135.00 ➝ $124.00High
7/13/2018CitigroupLower TargetBuy$130.00 ➝ $122.00Low
6/18/2018Stifel NicolausBoost TargetBuy ➝ Buy$147.00 ➝ $155.00Low
5/31/2018BenchmarkInitiated CoverageBuy$140.00Medium
5/14/2018CowenInitiated CoverageOutperform$135.00Low
(Data available from 3/24/2018 forward)

News Sentiment Rating

0.62 (Buy)

Our news sentiment rating is based on the average sentiment of articles about this company published in the media in the last 30 days of headlines and can range from 2 (very positive sentiment) to -2 (very negative sentiment).

News Sentiment Over Time

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  • 4 very positive mentions
  • 9 positive mentions
  • 3 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
8/26/2022
  • 2 very positive mentions
  • 12 positive mentions
  • 2 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
9/25/2022
  • 3 very positive mentions
  • 7 positive mentions
  • 5 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
10/25/2022
  • 6 very positive mentions
  • 10 positive mentions
  • 2 negative mentions
  • 1 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
11/24/2022
  • 7 very positive mentions
  • 6 positive mentions
  • 1 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
12/24/2022
  • 6 very positive mentions
  • 4 positive mentions
  • 0 negative mentions
  • 0 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
1/23/2023
  • 12 very positive mentions
  • 9 positive mentions
  • 0 negative mentions
  • 4 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
2/22/2023
  • 15 very positive mentions
  • 11 positive mentions
  • 4 negative mentions
  • 1 very negative mentions
Mentions as of
3/24/2023

Current Sentiment

  • 15 very positive mentions
  • 11 positive mentions
  • 4 negative mentions
  • 1 very negative mentions

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MKS Instruments logo
MKS Instruments, Inc. provides instruments, systems, subsystems and process control solutions to measure, control, power, monitor, and analyze parameters of manufacturing processes to improve process performance and productivity for its customers. It operates through the following segments: Vacuum & Analysis, Light & Motion and Equipment & Solutions. The Vacuum & Analysis segment comprises pressure measurement and control, flow measurement and control, gas and vapor delivery, gas composition analysis, residual gas analysis, leak detection, control technology, ozone generation and delivery, RF & DC power, reactive gas generation and vacuum technology components. The Light & Motion segment includes lasers, photonics, sub-micron positioning, vibration control, and optics instruments. The Equipment & Solutions segment provides laser-based manufacturing systems solutions for the micro-machining industry that enable customers to optimize production. The company was founded in 1961 and is headquartered in Andover, MA.
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Today's Range

Now: $84.83
Low: $83.62
High: $85.31

50 Day Range

MA: $96.84
Low: $83.80
High: $112.97

52 Week Range

Now: $84.83
Low: $64.77
High: $163.89

Volume

178,559 shs

Average Volume

679,879 shs

Market Capitalization

$5.66 billion

P/E Ratio

14.65

Dividend Yield

1.01%

Beta

1.56

Frequently Asked Questions

What sell-side analysts currently cover shares of MKS Instruments?

The following Wall Street analysts have issued research reports on MKS Instruments in the last year: Barclays PLC, Benchmark Co., Citigroup Inc., Cowen Inc, Cowen Inc., DA Davidson, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft, KeyCorp, Needham & Company LLC, Stifel Nicolaus, StockNews.com, TheStreet, and Wells Fargo & Company.
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What is the current price target for MKS Instruments?

11 Wall Street analysts have set twelve-month price targets for MKS Instruments in the last year. Their average twelve-month price target is $115.73, suggesting a possible upside of 36.4%. Stifel Nicolaus has the highest price target set, predicting MKSI will reach $230.00 in the next twelve months. Barclays PLC has the lowest price target set, forecasting a price of $80.00 for MKS Instruments in the next year.
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What is the current consensus analyst rating for MKS Instruments?

MKS Instruments currently has 2 hold ratings and 6 buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. The stock has a consensus analyst rating of "Buy." A "buy" rating indicates that analysts believe MKSI will outperform the market and that investors should add to their positions of MKS Instruments.
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What other companies compete with MKS Instruments?

Other companies that are similar to MKS Instruments include Sensata Technologies, Cognex, Fortive, TIM and CyberArk Software. Learn More about companies similar to MKS Instruments.

How do I contact MKS Instruments' investor relations team?

MKS Instruments' physical mailing address is 2 TECH DRIVE SUITE 201, ANDOVER MA, 01810. The scientific and technical instruments company's listed phone number is (978) 645-5500 and its investor relations email address is [email protected] The official website for MKS Instruments is www.mksinst.com. Learn More about contacing MKS Instruments investor relations.