Mueller Water Products, Inc. - MWA STOCK NEWS

Mueller Water Products (NYSE: MWA) has announced its Board of Directors' declaration of a quarterly dividend of $0.067 per share. The dividend will be payable on or about February 21, 2025, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on February 10, 2025.

Mueller Water Products (NYSE: MWA) has appointed Melissa Rasmussen as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective March 4, 2025. Rasmussen brings over 25 years of financial experience, most recently serving as CFO of National Vision. She previously held the position of Chief Accounting Officer at National Vision and spent over 20 years at Lexmark International, ultimately serving as Global Corporate Controller.

Rasmussen's expertise spans mergers and acquisitions, capital market transactions, financial planning, international operations, investor relations, and systems implementation. She holds a BS in Accounting from the University of Kentucky and is a CPA. She will replace Steve Heinrichs, who will remain as a consultant until September 30, 2025, to ensure a smooth transition.

Mueller Water Products (NYSE: MWA) has announced changes to its Board of Directors as part of its refreshment plan. The company has nominated Bentina Chisolm Terry and Leland Weaver for election at the Annual Meeting of Stockholders on February 6, 2025. Two long-tenured directors, Dr. Lydia Thomas and Ms. Shirley Franklin, will retire at the meeting.

Following the Annual Meeting, the Board will consist of nine directors, with eight being independent and eight having been elected in the last six years. The new Board slate includes Christian A. Garcia, Thomas J. Hansen, Brian C. Healy, Christine Ortiz, Jeffery S. Sharritts, Bentina Chisolm Terry, Stephen C. Van Arsdell, Leland G. Weaver, and Marietta Edmunds Zakas.

Mueller Water Products (NYSE: MWA) announced its participation in the Baird 2024 Global Industrial Conference scheduled for November 12, 2024, in Chicago. The company's management team will be present at the event, and the presentation materials will be accessible to investors through the Events and Presentations section of Mueller Water Products' official website under Investor Relations.

Mueller Water Products (NYSE: MWA) reported strong Q4 and fiscal year 2024 results, with Q4 net sales increasing 15.5% to $348.2 million and full-year sales rising 3.1% to $1.3 billion. Q4 adjusted EBITDA grew 30.9% to $72.5 million with improved margin of 20.8%. Full-year net income reached $115.9 million with EPS of $0.74. The company generated record free cash flow of $191.4 million, up $130 million year-over-year. For fiscal 2025, Mueller expects net sales growth of 1.9-3.4% to $1.34-1.36 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $300-305 million.

Mueller Water Products (NYSE: MWA) has scheduled its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results release for Wednesday, November 6, 2024, after U.S. markets close. The company will host a conference call to discuss the results on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. ET. A webcast will be available on the company's Investor Relations website, with an archive accessible for approximately 90 days after the call.

Mueller Water Products (NYSE: MWA) announced a 4.7% increase in its quarterly dividend, raising it to $0.067 per share from $0.064. The dividend will be payable on November 20, 2024, to stockholders of record as of November 8, 2024. This increase demonstrates the company's commitment to delivering shareholder value.

Mueller Water Products has released its fourth Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report, highlighting key milestones in 2023. The company reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity by ~3% year-over-year, used ~90% recycled metal in production, and decreased waste directed to disposal by 15+%. Mueller's EchoShore® leak detection system generated an estimated 5.8 billion gallons of water loss savings for clients since 2020.

CEO Martie Edmunds Zakas noted that MSCI upgraded Mueller to its highest ESG level of AAA. The company also expanded its global disclosure alignment to include the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and provided an initial climate-related response to the CDP. Mueller's 2023 ESG report aligns with GRI, SASB, and TCFD frameworks, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and transparency in its operations.

Mueller Water Products (NYSE: MWA) announced a CFO succession plan, with Steve Heinrichs transitioning from his role as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Legal and Compliance Officer by December 31, 2024. The company has initiated a search for a new CFO with a leading executive search firm. Heinrichs will remain as CFO until a successor is named and will be available as a consultant until September 30, 2025, to ensure a smooth transition.

CEO Martie Edmunds Zakas praised Heinrichs' contributions over the past six years. Chason A. Carroll was previously appointed as General Counsel in August 2023. Heinrichs expressed pride in the company's operational and financial improvements during his tenure.