COLLIERVILLE, Tenn. - Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE:MLI) reported third quarter earnings that exceeded analyst estimates, driven by higher sales and contributions from recent acquisitions. MLI shares were trading 10.9% higher premarket Tuesday following the announcement.
The industrial manufacturer posted earnings per share of $1.48, surpassing the consensus forecast of $1.32. Revenue rose 21.7% year-over-year to $997.8 million, well above analyst expectations of $936 million.
The increase in net sales was attributed to $102.4 million in revenue from recently acquired businesses, as well as higher copper prices. The average COMEX copper price was up 12% compared to the prior year period at $4.23 per pound.
Operating income grew to $206.7 million from $181.0 million last year. The company's cash position remained strong at $969.6 million at quarter-end.
"We continued to deliver very good results, and generated significant cash despite generally restrained business conditions during the quarter," said CEO Greg Christopher. "We also made substantial progress toward integrating our two recently acquired businesses, which both contributed positively to our results."
Christopher added that declining interest rates and moderating inflation, combined with resolution of election-related uncertainty, should create a more favorable environment going forward. He said the company remains well-positioned to take advantage when conditions improve.
Mueller Industries manufactures products for markets including air, water and oil distribution, climate comfort, and energy transmission.
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