Mueller Industries reported second-quarter operating income of $52.3 million, slightly up from $51.5 million in the prior year. Net income was $28.0 million, or 50 cents per diluted share, matching the 2019 figure. However, net sales decreased to $500.2 million from $666.4 million in the same quarter last year, impacted by lower copper prices and reduced volumes due to COVID-19 shutdowns.
Operating income increased slightly year-over-year to $52.3 million.
Net income remained consistent with the prior year at $28.0 million, or $0.50 per diluted share.
Net sales decreased to $500.2 million due to lower copper prices and reduced volumes from COVID-19 shutdowns.
Cash from operations was $114.7 million, and $145.0 million was repaid on the revolving credit facility.
Mueller Industries anticipates business will strengthen as global economies reopen and expects to remain profitable due to its low-cost platform, even at reduced demand levels.
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