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HAYW Stock Chart & Stats
$14.43
$0.12(0.83%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$14.43
$0.12(0.83%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$12.93 - $17.73
Previous Close$14.5
Volume2.40M
Average Volume (3M)1.47M
Market Cap
$3.26B
Enterprise Value$4.17K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$483.38M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$10.81M
Price to Earnings (P/E)20.2
Beta0.87
Next Earnings
Nov 03, 2026EPS Estimate
0.16Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.75
Shares Outstanding212,119,580
10 Day Avg. Volume1,714,293
30 Day Avg. Volume1,470,311
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.81
Price to Book (P/B)2.10
Price to Sales (P/S)2.98
P/FCF Ratio14.82
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$18.00Price Target Upside24.74% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)0.86
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.18B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High And Improving Profitability MarginsSustained high gross and EBITDA margins reflect durable pricing power and product mix advantages across pumps, automation and aftermarket parts. Elevated margins provide a structural buffer against input-cost shocks, fund R&D and capex, and support long-term cash generation and shareholder returns.
Consistent Free Cash Flow And LiquidityRobust free cash flow enables debt paydown, refinancing, buybacks and reinvestment. Predictable cash conversion (FCF running ~73% of net income TTM) strengthens the company’s ability to lower leverage, fund domestic manufacturing and sustain investment in product innovation over the medium term.
Installed-base Aftermarket Exposure And Technology LeadershipA large, growing installed base and ~85% aftermarket exposure create recurring demand less tied to new construction cycles. Tech-led upgrades (SmartPad, OmniX) raise ARPU and customer stickiness, supporting durable revenue and margin expansion through aftermarket product premiumization.
Bears Say
Top-line Cyclicality And Revenue VolatilityMaterial swings in annual revenue complicate forecasting and capital allocation. The business remains exposed to seasonality, weather and new‑build cycles; when new pool starts slow, reliance on price realization and aftermarket may not fully offset topline declines, pressuring longer-term growth visibility.
Inconsistent Leverage And Capital-structure VariabilityVariable leverage across reporting periods increases refinancing and covenant risk and reduces comparability to peers. While recent refinancing lowered spreads and net leverage improved, historical swings in debt raise concerns about capital policy consistency and funding cost sensitivity in adverse cycles.
Geopolitical And Supply-chain Cost PressuresPersistent geopolitical disruption, commodity and freight inflation and reshoring steps add structural cost and complexity to manufacturing and distribution. These pressures can erode margins, raise working-capital needs and necessitate ongoing mitigation spending that reduces operating leverage over multiple quarters.
Hayward Holdings News
HAYW FAQ
What was Hayward Holdings’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hayward Holdings lowest stock price was $12.93 and its highest was $17.73 in the past 12 months.
What is Hayward Holdings’s market cap?
Hayward Holdings’s market cap is $3.26B.
When is Hayward Holdings’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hayward Holdings’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 03, 2026 which is in 94 days.
How were Hayward Holdings’s earnings last quarter?
Hayward Holdings released its earnings results on Jul 29, 2026. The company reported $0.26 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.234 by $0.026.
Is Hayward Holdings overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Hayward Holdings’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Hayward Holdings pay dividends?
Hayward Holdings does not currently pay dividends.
What is Hayward Holdings’s EPS estimate?
Hayward Holdings’s EPS estimate is 0.16.
How many shares outstanding does Hayward Holdings have?
Hayward Holdings has 212,119,580 shares outstanding.
What happened to Hayward Holdings’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Hayward Holdings reported an EPS of $0.26 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.234. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.927%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hayward Holdings?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HAYW
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Hayward Holdings Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$18.00 (24.74% Upside)
$18.00 (24.74% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
HAYW Sentiment 50%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 106.7K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
3.43%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
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Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
2.66%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Hayward Holdings
Hayward Holdings, Inc., established in 1925 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and global marketing of a diverse range of swimming pool equipment and integrated automation systems. Its extensive product line caters to both residential and commercial clients, featuring essential components such as circulation pumps, advanced filtration systems, heating units, robotic pool cleaners, energy-efficient LED lighting, smart Internet of Things (IoT) controls, alternative water treatment solutions, and decorative water features. The company distributes its offerings through a varied network that includes specialty distributors, retail partners, and group purchasing organizations, serving markets across North America, Europe, and other international territories.
HAYW Company Deck
HAYW Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
Overall the call conveyed a positive outlook: the company reported solid top-line growth (6% Q2, 9% H1), near-record margins despite inflationary pressures, improved leverage (net leverage 1.5x), meaningful liquidity and successful refinancing lowering annual interest expense by ~$6 million. Management maintained full-year guidance and highlighted progress on product innovation, AI customer-service gains and share repurchases. The principal negatives were regional weakness in Europe/Rest of World driven by geopolitical disruption, some margin pressure from elevated commodity and freight costs, a modest decline in operating cash flow vs. prior year, and the remaining complexity related to IEEPA refunds — but these issues appear manageable within the company's stated mitigation plans.View all HAYW earnings summariesHAYW Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$18.00
▲(24.74% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
2.58% Insiders
37.73% Mutual Funds
0.32% Other Institutional Investors
37.07% Public Companies and
Individual Investors