MSI
NYSE · Communications
Motorola Solutions Inc
$454.75
-1.89 (-0.41%)
Performance
1D
—
1W
—
1M
—
3M
+20.61%
6M
-0.39%
1Y
+5.96%
YTD
+19.35%
Open$454.64
Previous Close$456.64
Day High$459.06
Day Low$451.51
52W High$492.22
52W Low$359.36
Volume—
Avg Volume1.05M
Market Cap76.56B
P/E Ratio35.54
EPS$12.75
SectorCommunications
Technical Indicators
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SMA 50
$396.07
Above
SMA 200
$421.15
Above
RSI (14)
82.4
Overbought
Trend
Death Cross
Bearish
Analyst Ratings
Strong Buy
19 analysts
Price Target
-86.9% upside
Current
$454.75
$454.75
Target
$59.62
$59.62
$46.50
$59.62 avg
$89.91
Key Financials
| FY 2026 | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 11.49B | 10.57B | 46.77B |
| Net Income | 2.12B | 1.75B | 3.31B |
| Profit Margin | 18.4% | 17.5% | 7.1% |
| EBITDA | 3.29B | 2.87B | 5.75B |
| Free Cash Flow | — | — | 3.71B |
| Rev Growth | +8.6% | +8.6% | +1.6% |
| Debt/Equity | 3.80 | 3.80 | 0.84 |
Dividend
Dividend Yield1.04%
Annual Dividend$4.38
Payout Ratio33.8%
Frequencyquarterly
Ex-DividendFeb 15, 2026
Pay DateFeb 25, 2026
Recent Insider Activity
All Insiders →| Date | Insider | Type | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 13 | NIEWIARA JAMES A | Exercise | 19,186 | $0.00 | — |
| Mar 11 | BROWN GREGORY Q | Exercise | 82,800 | $0.00 | — |
| Mar 11 | BROWN GREGORY Q | Exercise | 0 | $0.00 | — |
| Mar 11 | MOLLOY JOHN P | Exercise | 68,102 | $0.00 | — |
| Mar 11 | MOLLOY JOHN P | Exercise | 0 | $0.00 | — |
About Motorola Solutions Inc
Motorola Solutions, Inc. is a global provider of public safety and enterprise security technologies headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company develops mission-critical communications systems, including land mobile radio networks, command center software, and video security solutions. Its two primary segments — Products & Systems Integration and Software & Services — serve government agencies, first responders, and commercial enterprises worldwide. Motorola Solutions is widely regarded as the leading provider of land mobile radio systems in North America, with a substantial installed base of radios and infrastructure deployed across police, fire, and emergency management agencies.
Communications Peers
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSCO | Cisco Systems Inc | $80.86 | +2.59% | 28.0 | 310.30B |
| ANET | Arista Networks Inc | $130.80 | -3.74% | 47.6 | 167.06B |
| LITE | Lumentum Holdings Inc | $801.99 | +10.02% | 180.4 | 45.38B |
| CIEN | Ciena Corp | $429.38 | +5.27% | 216.8 | 49.65B |
| UI | Ubiquiti Inc | $834.48 | +3.10% | 54.1 | 48.07B |
| FFIV | F5 Inc | $289.04 | -0.25% | 22.0 | 15.56B |
MSI Frequently Asked Questions
What does Motorola Solutions Inc do?
Motorola Solutions provides the communication technology that public safety agencies depend on — the land mobile radio networks used by police officers, firefighters, and emergency responders, along with command center software that dispatches calls and manages incidents, and video surveillance systems that monitor public spaces and facilities. Revenue comes from both hardware sales and a growing software and services layer that generates recurring subscription income. Government and public safety agencies are remarkably loyal customers given the mission-critical nature of the infrastructure and the cost and complexity of switching platforms.
Is MSI stock a good investment?
Motorola Solutions operates in a market where customers cannot afford failure — public safety communications downtime has life-or-death consequences, which creates extraordinary customer retention and pricing stability. The company has successfully expanded from hardware-centric revenue into higher-margin software and services, improving earnings quality and predictability. Risks are relatively contained: government budget cycles can delay purchases, and the company faces ongoing competition from Axon Enterprise in some command center software categories. The stock tends to trade at a quality premium reflecting these characteristics.
Who are Motorola Solutions Inc's main competitors?
In land mobile radio, Kenwood (JVC Kenwood) and Hytera Communications compete for public safety and enterprise radio contracts, though Motorola's North American installed base is enormous and deeply entrenched. L3Harris Technologies competes in tactical communications and some government radio contracts. In video security, Avigilon (a Motorola subsidiary) competes with Axon Enterprise, Hanwha Vision, and Hikvision. For command center software, Axon's Records and CAD products are the most dynamic competitive threat, as that company aggressively courts police and fire agencies.
Does Motorola Solutions Inc pay dividends?
Motorola Solutions pays a growing quarterly dividend that has been increased consistently as the business has expanded and cash flow has strengthened. The company balances dividends with share repurchases, and its capital return track record has been a consistent feature of the investment thesis for shareholders who value both income and buyback-driven per-share growth. The dividend is well-covered by free cash flow, reflecting the company's high-margin software and services mix and relatively modest capital expenditure requirements.
What is the current share price of MSI?
MSI last closed at $454.75, down 0.41% in the most recent trading session. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has traded between a low of $359.36 and a high of $492.22. The current price represents 72% of its 52-week range, which helps investors gauge where the stock sits relative to its recent trading history.
Is MSI rated a buy or sell by analysts?
Among 19 analysts covering MSI, the consensus rating is Strong Buy — 15 rate it a buy, 4 hold, and 0 sell. The average price target sits at $59.62, implying 87% downside from the current price. Keep in mind that analyst targets reflect 12-month expectations and can shift quickly after earnings reports or major company events.
What are Motorola Solutions Inc's earnings?
Motorola Solutions Inc generated $11.49B in revenue during fiscal year 2026, with $2.12B reaching the bottom line as net income. The net profit margin of 18.4% is solid for its sector.
How is MSI valued compared to earnings?
MSI trades at a P/E ratio of 35.54 on trailing earnings of $12.75 per share. That's above the S&P 500 historical average, suggesting the market expects above-average earnings growth ahead. Comparing this multiple against Communications sector peers gives better context than the broad market alone, since P/E norms vary significantly across industries.
What is MSI's return over the past year?
Performance varies across timeframes, reflecting shifting market conditions. Returns by timeframe: +20.61% (3M), -0.39% (6M), +5.96% (1Y), +19.35% (YTD). Comparing these figures against the S&P 500 and sector benchmarks helps determine whether MSI is outperforming or lagging the broader market.