Collierville-based Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI) has released its second-quarter 2026 financial results, comparing them to the same period in 2025. Net sales saw a significant uptick, reaching $1.43 billion in 2026 from $1.14 billion in 2025. The company also reported an increase in net income, rising to $249.7 million compared to $245.9 million the previous year. Operating income followed suit, reaching $310.0 million in 2026 as opposed to $304.2 million in 2025. Diluted earnings per share increased to $1.13 from $1.11. Additionally, dividends per share saw an uptick to $.175 from $.125 in the same period.