Mueller Industries combines accelerating top-line growth — revenue up 31.6% year over year in 2026Q3 — with an exceptionally clean balance sheet featuring a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.01 and $1.4 billion in cash against only $755.3 million in total liabilities.
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Revenue growth accelerated from 4.2% in 2025Q4 to 31.6% in 2026Q3, yet operating margin declined from a 26.2% peak in 2026Q1 to 19.8%, suggesting copper-driven LIFO inflation is inflating the top line while compressing underlying spreads.
Mueller Industries has a long-standing reputation and pioneering developments in the water and industrial sectors, establishing industry standards.
The company's trailing and forward P/E ratios suggest it may be undervalued, presenting a potential investment opportunity.
MLI stock has shown significant upward movement, nearing its 52-week high, indicating strong investor confidence.
Trailing total returns as of 11/7/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q4 2026Latest Oct 20, 2026 | $1.00-7.4% vs $1.08 | $1.4B+10.4% vs $1.3B |
Q3 2026 Jul 21, 2026 | $1.13+3.7% vs $1.09 | $1.4B+12.8% vs $1.3B |
Q2 2026 Apr 21, 2026 | $1.08+44.4% vs $0.75 | $1.2B+8.3% vs $1.1B |
Q1 2026 Feb 3, 2026 | $0.69-17.4% vs $0.83 | $962M+2.2% vs $942M |
Evergreen Capital Management LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI) by 96.8% during the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 28,454 shares of the industrial products company's stock after buying an additional
COLLIERVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI) announces results for the third quarter of 2026. Comparisons are to the third quarter of 2025. Net Sales increased to $1.42 billion versus $1.08 billion. Net Income increased to $221.2 million versus $208.1 million. Operating Income increased to $281.6 million versus $276.1 million. Diluted EPS* increased to $1.00 versus $0.94. Dividends per share* increased to $.175 versus $.125. * Diluted EPS and dividends per share ha.
CWA Asset Management Group LLC lifted its position in Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI) by 114.2% in the third quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 121,334 shares of the industrial products company's stock after purchasing an additional 64,689 shares during the
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $52.96 | $11.71B | 15.44 | 10.87% | 18.31% | 28.74% | 0.93% | |
| $24.05 | $3.76B | 19.71 | 8.75% | 15.02% | 21.21% | 1.11% | |
| $26.74 | $519.64M | 12.73 | 22.39% | 4% | 8.02% | 4.16% | |
| $106.22 | $17.18B | 24.65 | 29.51% | 12.8% | 17.35% | 0.75% | |
| $292.68 | $14.25B | 22.43 | 7.76% | 3.04% | 15.22% | 0.61% | |
| $101.03 | $4.63B | 92.69 | -3.95% | 9.1% | 198.41% | 0.84% |
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Oct 20, 2026·SEC
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Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) reported $5.00B in revenue over the trailing twelve months. Revenue was $4.18B in fiscal year 2025. That is 482% more than the $718.3M of fiscal year 1996.
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) grew revenue by 10.9% in fiscal year 2025, compared with the prior fiscal year.
Yes. Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) earned $863.6M in net income over the trailing twelve months (a 17.3% net margin).
Yes. Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) pays a dividend that yields 0.93% at the current price, a small yield.
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) had a return on equity (ROE) of 28.7% in fiscal year 2025. That is well above the market's typical 10-15%.
Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI) generated $397.4M in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months.
