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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: MLI (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 31 days. Profits (10.84%). Updated daily EoD!
1 Year Target Price $114.5
1 Year Target Price $114.5
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 109.78% | Avg. Invested days 71 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 10.20B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 14.65 | 1Y Target Price 114.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 14.65 | 1Y Target Price 114.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.03 | 52 Weeks Range 64.66 - 95.94 | Updated Date 08/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 64.66 - 95.94 | Updated Date 08/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.96% | Basic EPS (TTM) 6.29 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-21 | When Before Market | Estimate 1.62 | Actual 1.96 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 17.48% | Operating Margin (TTM) 23.76% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 15.97% | Return on Equity (TTM) 26.12% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 14.65 | Forward PE 16.42 | Enterprise Value 9348431484 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.51 |
Enterprise Value 9348431484 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.51 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.3 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.34 | Shares Outstanding 110701000 | Shares Floating 107803713 |
Shares Outstanding 110701000 | Shares Floating 107803713 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.57 | Percent Institutions 86.78 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Mueller Industries Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Mueller Industries, Inc. was founded in 1917 as Mueller Metals Co. It has evolved from a manufacturer of brass rod and screw machine parts to a diversified global manufacturer of copper, brass, aluminum, and plastic products.
Core Business Areas
- Piping Systems: This segment produces copper tubes, fittings, line sets, and related products used in plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration applications. These are sold direct or through wholesale.
- Industrial Metals: This segment manufactures brass, copper, and aluminum rod, bar, and shapes for various industrial applications. This includes automotive, construction and other.
- Climate: This segment focuses on components used in refrigeration, air conditioning, and other climate-related systems. They provide coil solutions as well as complete systems
Leadership and Structure
Gregory L. Christopher serves as Chairman and CEO. The company operates with a divisional structure, with each segment having its own management team reporting to corporate leadership.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Copper Tubing and Fittings: Used extensively in plumbing and HVAC systems. Mueller likely has a significant market share in North America. Competitors include Cerro Flow Products, Cambridge-Lee Industries.
- Brass Rod and Bar: Used in various industrial applications. Market share data is less readily available but Mueller is a large producer. Competitors include Wieland Group, and KME Group.
- Refrigeration Valves and Components: Essential components in cooling systems. Market share data is less readily available but Mueller is a key supplier. Competitors include Danfoss, and Emerson Electric.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industries Mueller serves (HVAC, plumbing, industrial metals) are influenced by construction activity, industrial production, and infrastructure spending. Demand fluctuates with economic cycles.
Positioning
Mueller Industries is a well-established player with a reputation for quality and reliability. Its diversified product portfolio helps mitigate risks associated with any single market.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for Mueller Industries encompasses the plumbing, HVAC, and industrial metals sectors, totaling hundreds of billions of dollars globally. Mueller Industries is a major player but faces stiff competition.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified Product Portfolio
- Strong Brand Reputation
- Established Distribution Network
- Vertically Integrated Operations
Weaknesses
- Exposure to Cyclical Industries
- Dependence on Raw Material Prices
- Potential Environmental Liabilities
- Competition from Lower-Cost Producers
Opportunities
- Increased Infrastructure Spending
- Growing Demand for Energy-Efficient Products
- Expansion into Emerging Markets
- Acquisition Opportunities
Threats
- Economic Downturns
- Fluctuations in Copper Prices
- Increasing Regulatory Scrutiny
- Disruptive Technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CFR
- Wieland Group
- Danfoss
Competitive Landscape
Mueller competes on product quality, customer service, and distribution network. Competitive advantages include vertical integration and a diversified product portfolio. Disadvantages include exposure to cyclical industries.
Major Acquisitions
ATOFINA Fittings
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 185
- Strategic Rationale: Expands fittings business and increases market share in Europe
Eastern Foundry
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 15.4
- Strategic Rationale: Acquisition strengthens the company's ability to provide high quality custom castings to a variety of industries.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Mueller's growth has been driven by organic expansion, acquisitions, and favorable industry trends. Historical data needed for calculations.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary depending on economic conditions and industry forecasts. Analyst consensus estimates needed for calculations.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives could include acquisitions, new product launches, and operational improvements.
Summary
Mueller Industries demonstrates a diversified product portfolio and established market position, allowing it to capitalize on various industry demands. Exposure to cyclical markets, coupled with reliance on raw material prices, poses continuous challenges. Strategic initiatives and potential acquisitions drive growth, although it needs to monitor and mitigate external threats such as economic downturns and regulatory changes. Its strong brand reputation and distribution network allow it to outperform smaller competition, but it needs to stay ahead of any disruptive technologies.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data is subject to change. Financial data array fields need to be populated for accurate assessments.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Mueller Industries Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Collierville, TN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1991-02-25 | Chairman of the Board & CEO Mr. Gregory L. Christopher | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Metal Fabrication | Full time employees 5168 | |
Full time employees 5168 |
Mueller Industries, Inc. manufactures and sells copper, brass, and aluminum products in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Asia and the Middle East, 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; resells steel pipe, brass and plastic plumbing valves, malleable iron fittings, faucets, and plumbing specialties. 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 offers brass, bronze, and copper alloy rods; cold-form aluminum and copper products; high-volume machining of aluminum, steel, brass, and cast-iron impacts and castings for automotive applications; brass and aluminum forgings; brass, aluminum, and stainless steel valves; fluid control solutions; and gas train assembles; specialty copper, copper alloy, and aluminum tube to OEMs in the industrial, construction, plumbing, refrigeration, utility, telecommunication, and electrical distribution markets, as well as heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) markets. The Climate segment provides valves, protection devices, and brass fittings; and coaxial heat exchangers and twisted tubes to wholesalers and OEMs in the HVAC and refrigeration markets. This segment also manufactures and distributes high-pressure components and accessories, as well as insulated HVAC flexible duct systems. Mueller Industries, Inc. was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Collierville, Tennessee.

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