Form 4: Mueller Water Director Buys 1,125 Shares

Mueller Water Products Director Brian C. Healy acquired 1,125 shares of common stock on January 7, 2026, under a pre-arranged 10b5-1 trading plan.

Summary

• Director Brian C. Healy acquired 1,125 shares of Mueller Water Products, Inc. common stock.
• The transaction occurred on January 7, 2026.
• Shares were purchased at an average price of $24.4111, with prices ranging from $24.400 to $24.500.
• The purchase was executed under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted on February 7, 2025.
• Following this transaction, Brian C. Healy beneficially owns 17,925 shares of common stock.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: Insider buying, especially under a 10b5-1 plan, generally indicates management's confidence in the company's valuation and future performance.

Positives

• A director's purchase of company stock signals confidence in the company's future prospects.
• The transaction was executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan, indicating a pre-planned, non-discretionary purchase.

Future Outlook

This filing does not contain forward-looking statements or guidance.

Industry Context

This filing reports an individual insider transaction and does not provide broader industry context.

Corporate Governance

Related Party Transactions

• Director Brian C. Healy, a related party, purchased common stock of Mueller Water Products, Inc.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: May view the director's purchase as a positive signal of confidence in the company's future.

Key Dates

Recommendation

While insider buying is generally a positive signal, this single transaction of 1,125 shares, even by a director, is not substantial enough on its own to warrant a 'buy' recommendation. It reinforces a 'hold' position for existing investors and suggests a closer look for potential new investors.

Keywords

MWA, Mueller Water Products, insider trading, Form 4, stock purchase, director, 10b5-1 plan