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Jun 25, 2022
Mueller Industries Q2 2022 Earnings Report
Mueller Industries' financial performance improved significantly, marked by substantial growth in operating and net income, driven by strong sales and effective cost management.
Key Takeaways
Mueller Industries reported a strong second quarter with significant increases in net sales, operating income, and net income compared to the prior year. The company's value-added businesses drove growth, and despite some volume declines in the Industrial Metals segment, overall performance remained robust. Management is optimistic about long-term growth, citing healthy backlogs and strategic reinvestment.
Operating income increased to $268.9 million from $157.8 million year-over-year.
Net income rose to $206.6 million compared to $108.8 million in the prior year quarter.
Earnings per share (EPS) increased to $3.65 from $1.92 year-over-year.
Net sales increased by 13.6% to $1.15 billion, driven by value-added businesses and higher selling prices.
Mueller Industries
Mueller Industries
Forward Guidance
Mueller Industries anticipates some tempering in the building construction market segment but expects underlying demand to remain healthy. The company prioritizes reinvestment in its businesses and is well-positioned for strategic acquisitions.
Positive Outlook
- Businesses remain at capacity with healthy backlogs.
- Strong cash generation and zero net debt.
- Committed, untapped credit facility available.
- Prioritizing reinvestment in businesses to be the lowest cost producer.
- Well-equipped to take advantage of strategic acquisition opportunities.
Challenges Ahead
- Rising interest rates may create short term challenges.
- Inflationary pressures may create short term challenges.
- Continued geopolitical disruptions may create short term challenges.
- Anticipate some tempering in the primary market segment, building construction.
- Economic softening outside of the U.S. may impact international tube sales.