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Mueller Industries, Inc.(MLI)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
MLI•NYSE
$56.84
16.6× P/E·Price updated Jul 6, 2026
SectorIndustrialsIndustryMetal FabricationSub-IndustryIndustrial components, assemblies and containers
AboutMueller Industries, Inc. manufactures and sells copper, brass, aluminum, and plastic products in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, South Korea, the Middle East, China, and Mexico. It operates through three segments: Piping Systems, Industrial Metals, and Climate. The Piping Systems segment offers copper tubes, fittings, line sets, and pipe nipples; PEX plumbing and radiant systems; and plumbing-related fittings and plastic injection tooling. It also resells steel pipes, brass and plastic plumbing valves, malleable iron fittings and faucets, and plumbing specialties; and supplies water tubes. This segment sells its products to wholesalers in the plumbing and refrigeration markets, distributors to the manufactured housing and recreational vehicle industries, building material retailers, and air-conditioning original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The Industrial Metals segment manufactures brass, bronze, and copper alloy rods; plumbing brass, valves, and fittings; cold-form aluminum and copper products; machining of aluminum, steel, brass, and cast iron impacts and castings; brass and aluminum forgings; brass, aluminum, and stainless-steel valves; fluid control solutions; and gas train assembles to OEMs in the industrial, construction, HVAC, plumbing, and refrigeration markets. The Climate segment offers valves, protection devices, and brass fittings for various OEMs in the commercial HVAC and refrigeration markets; high-pressure components and accessories for the air-conditioning and refrigeration markets; coaxial heat exchangers and twisted tubes for the HVAC, geothermal, refrigeration, swimming pool heat pump, marine, ice machine, commercial boiler, and heat reclamation markets; insulated HVAC flexible duct systems; and brazed manifolds, headers, and distributor assemblies. The company was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Collierville, Tennessee.Show more
- Revenue$4.18B+10.9%
- EBITDA$964M+17.0%
- Net Income$765M+26.5%
- EPS (Diluted)3.43+28.9%
- Gross Margin27.38%-1.2%
- EBITDA Margin23.07%+5.6%
- Operating Margin21.43%+4.8%
- Net Margin18.31%+14.1%
- ROE28.74%+22.7%
MLI Price & Volume
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Robust Revenue Growth Amidst Cyclical Margin Pressures
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Accelerating
Profitability:Strong
Financial:Fortress
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Cyclical metal spread compression
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Mueller Industries demonstrates exceptional operational resilience, evidenced by a 19.3% revenue growth rate in 2026Q1 and a fortress balance sheet with effectively zero debt.
- While the company maintains significant pricing power and strong operating margins of 26.2%, investors should monitor potential cyclical peaks that may lead to future margin compression.
- The substantial $1.4 billion cash position provides immense liquidity, though it also suggests a potential need for more aggressive capital deployment to improve return on invested capital.
Verdict Logic
while the company exhibits strong operational performance with a 26.2% operating margin, the current 18.69 P/E ratio and potential for cyclical margin compression warrant a cautious approach until working capital volatility stabilizes.
MLI Growth Metrics
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years7.12%
5 Years11.75%
3 Years1.62%
TTM11.54%
Profit CAGR
10 Years24.16%
5 Years40.55%
3 Years5.14%
TTM35.71%
EPS CAGR
10 Years24.45%
5 Years40.79%
3 Years5.63%
TTM39.16%
Return on Capital
10 Years28.2%
5 Years40.44%
3 Years32.11%
Last Year32.57%
MLI Recent Earnings
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 10/12 qtrs (83%)●Beat Revenue 10/12 qtrs (83%)
Q2 2026Latest
Apr 21, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$2.16+44.0%
$1.50
Rev
$1.2B+8.3%
$1.1B
Q1 2026
Feb 3, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.39-16.8%
$1.67
Rev
$962M+2.2%
$942M
Q4 2025
Oct 21, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.88-5.5%
$1.99
Rev
$1.1B+0.1%
$1.1B
Q3 2025
Jul 22, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.98+18.8%
$0.82
Rev
$1.1B+1.6%
$1.1B
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | Apr 21, 2026 | $2.16vs $1.50+44.0% | $1.2Bvs $1.1B+8.3% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 3, 2026 | $1.39vs $1.67-16.8% | $962Mvs $942M+2.2% |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 21, 2025 | $1.88vs $1.99-5.5% | $1.1Bvs $1.1B+0.1% |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 22, 2025 | $0.98vs $0.82+18.8% | $1.1Bvs $1.1B+1.6% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $56.84 | $12.57B | 16.57 | 10.87% | 18.31% | 28.74% | 0.86% | |
| $25.35 | $3.96B | 20.78 | 8.75% | 14.17% | 20.74% | — | |
| $29.66 | $576.39M | 14.12 | 22.39% | 6.16% | 11.72% | — | |
| $156.89 | $25.37B | 36.40 | 29.51% | 11.37% | 13.41% | — | |
| $316.99 | $15.45B | 24.29 | 7.76% | 2.79% | 13.71% | — | |
| $93.08 | $4.27B | 85.39 | -3.95% | 1.27% | 34.99% | — |
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Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
MLI SEC Filings & Documents
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MLI Frequently Asked Questions
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Mueller Industries, Inc.'s revenue?
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) reported $4.37B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 509% increase from $718.3M in 1996.
How fast is Mueller Industries, Inc. growing?
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) grew revenue by 10.9% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Is MLI profitable?
Yes, Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) is profitable, generating $846.8M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (18.3% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does MLI pay dividends?
Yes, Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.86%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is MLI's return on equity?
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) has a return on equity (ROE) of 28.7%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
What is Mueller Industries, Inc.'s free cash flow?
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) generated $652.2M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.