Mueller Inds Stock Price, News & Analysis

Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI) reported its Q1 2023 results, demonstrating growth in key areas despite a decrease in net sales. Operating income increased to $229.1 million, up 7.7% year-over-year, while net income rose to $173.2 million, a 9.4% increase. EPS reached $3.07, reflecting a 10.4% rise. However, net sales fell by 3.8% to $971.2 million, primarily due to lower copper prices and reduced international mill unit volume. The average COMEX copper price was $4.09 per pound, down 10% from last year. Cash from operations was robust at $111.6 million, with no net debt and a current ratio of 4.3:1. The company increased its quarterly dividend by 20% to $.30 per share. Despite a tornado damaging a factory, Mueller anticipates minimal impact on financial results due to insurance coverage.

Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI) reported damage to its Covington, Tennessee manufacturing plant due to a tornado. Fortunately, all employees were safe and unharmed. The company is assessing the damage extent and has initiated plans to reallocate production to other facilities and secure third-party sourcing to ensure ongoing supply to customers. Finished goods are stored in unaffected distribution centers. Notably, losses from property damage and business interruption are anticipated to be covered by insurance, suggesting minimal impact on financial results.

Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $.30 per share, marking a 20% increase from 2022. This dividend will be paid on March 31, 2023 to stockholders on record by the close of business on March 17, 2023. This announcement continues a trend of double-digit dividend increases for the third consecutive year, reflecting the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders.