Mueller Industries Q2 Sales Surge 25.5% to $1.43B, EPS $1.13; Dividend Raised 40%

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Mueller Industries reported Q2 2026 net sales of $1.43 billion, up 25.5% year-over-year, with diluted EPS of $1.13. The company raised its dividend 40% and highlighted a strong cash position of $1.39 billion.

check_boxKey Events · Earnings and Guidance · MLI

• Q2 Sales Surge 25.5%

  Net sales reached $1.43 billion, up from $1.14 billion a year ago, driven by higher copper prices and the Bison acquisition.

• EPS Rises to $1.13

  Diluted earnings per share were $1.13, compared to $1.11 in Q2 2025, reflecting strong operating performance.

• Dividend Hiked 40%

  The quarterly dividend was raised to $0.175 per share from $0.125, signaling confidence in sustained cash generation.

• Bison Acquisition Closed

  The $138.3 million acquisition of Bison Metals Technologies was completed on March 30, 2026, expanding the Piping Systems segment.

auto_awesomeAnalysis · MLI · Manufacturing

A standout quarter for Mueller Industries saw net sales climb 25.5% to $1.43 billion, fueled by higher copper prices and the Bison acquisition. Diluted EPS advanced to $1.13, and the quarterly dividend was boosted 40% to $0.175 per share, underscoring management's confidence. The balance sheet remains fortress-like, with $1.39 billion in cash and no borrowings under its $100 million revolver. The period also featured a $41.4 million gain from the Sherwood Valve sale and the closing of the Bison Metals acquisition. A 2-for-1 stock split, effective June 30, makes the shares more accessible without altering the underlying economics. Results confirm robust demand across piping, industrial metals, and climate segments, though gross margins compressed slightly due to higher raw material costs.