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Mueller Industries Inc (MLI)
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11/28/2025: MLI (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 21 days. Simulated Profits (4.22%). Updated daily EoD!
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Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
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1 Year Target Price $130.5
1 Year Target Price $130.5
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 134.42% | Avg. Invested days 70 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 12.20B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 16.42 | 1Y Target Price 130.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 16.42 | 1Y Target Price 130.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.05 | 52 Weeks Range 66.45 - 111.39 | Updated Date 11/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 66.45 - 111.39 | Updated Date 11/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.86% | Basic EPS (TTM) 6.69 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
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Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 18.1% | Operating Margin (TTM) 24.36% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 16.2% | Return on Equity (TTM) 26.14% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 16.42 | Forward PE 16.42 | Enterprise Value 10910447637 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.95 |
Enterprise Value 10910447637 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.95 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.64 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.21 | Shares Outstanding 111013631 | Shares Floating 108484740 |
Shares Outstanding 111013631 | Shares Floating 108484740 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.39 | Percent Institutions 91.72 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Mueller Industries Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Mueller Industries was founded in 1917 as Mueller Metals Co. It has evolved from a brass rod manufacturer to a diversified industrial manufacturer with global operations. Key milestones include acquisitions and expansions into new product lines.
Core Business Areas
- Piping Systems: Manufactures and distributes piping systems for plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration applications. Includes copper tubes, fittings, and related products.
- Industrial Metals: Produces copper, brass, and aluminum rod, bar, and shapes for various industrial applications, including automotive, appliance, and defense industries.
- Climate: Manufactures components for air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, including valves, driers, and heat exchangers.
Leadership and Structure
Greg Christopher serves as Chairman, President, and CEO. The organizational structure includes various divisions led by senior executives, reporting to the CEO.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Competitors: Cerro Flow Products, Cambridge-Lee Industries.
- Copper Tubing: Provides copper tubing for plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration applications. Market share is estimated at approximately 20-25% in North America. Competitors include Cerro Flow Products, Cambridge-Lee Industries.
- Competitors: Viega, NIBCO.
- Fittings: Manufactures brass and copper fittings for connecting pipes. Market share varies by region, but is estimated to be between 15-20%. Competitors include Viega, NIBCO.
- Competitors: Rectorseal, DiversiTech.
- Line Sets: Insulated copper tube sets used to connect air conditioning systems. Competitors include Rectorseal, DiversiTech.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industry is driven by construction, renovation, and infrastructure spending. It is also influenced by commodity prices (copper, brass, aluminum) and regulatory standards (e.g., lead-free requirements).
Positioning
Mueller Industries is a leading manufacturer and distributor of metal and plastic products. Its competitive advantages include its brand recognition, diverse product portfolio, and extensive distribution network.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for Mueller Industries' products is estimated to be in the tens of billions of USD globally. Mueller is positioned as a significant player, with a notable presence in North America.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified product portfolio
- Strong brand reputation
- Extensive distribution network
- Vertical integration
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to commodity price fluctuations
- Dependence on construction and industrial activity
- Exposure to environmental regulations
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of innovative products
- Acquisition of complementary businesses
- Increased infrastructure spending
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Rising raw material costs
- Changes in regulatory standards
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CR
- NIBCO
- CSTL
Competitive Landscape
Mueller Industries benefits from its diversified product portfolio and strong distribution network. Competitors focus on specific product lines or geographic regions.
Major Acquisitions
Webtrol
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 120
- Strategic Rationale: Expansion of pump product line and market reach.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Mueller Industries has experienced steady growth in recent years, driven by acquisitions, product innovation, and expansion into new markets.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for Mueller Industries, driven by increased demand for its products and services. Revenue is expected to grow at a rate of 5-7% per year.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include acquisitions to expand product offerings, investments in manufacturing capacity, and expansion into new geographic markets.
Summary
Mueller Industries is a well-established company with a diversified product portfolio and a strong market position. It benefits from its vertical integration and extensive distribution network. Commodity price volatility and economic cycles remain potential challenges, but strategic acquisitions and product innovation should allow continued growth.
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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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