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POOL Stock Chart & Stats
$188.38
$1.93(1.05%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$188.38
$1.93(1.05%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$152.70 - $303.69
Previous CloseN/A
Volume402.03K
Average Volume (3M)840.08K
Market Cap
$6.24B
Enterprise Value$9.43B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$28.76M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.70B
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.8
Beta0.61
Next Earnings
Feb 25, 2027EPS Estimate
0.76Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.96%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)10.89
Shares Outstanding36,340,748
10 Day Avg. Volume777,319
30 Day Avg. Volume840,078
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-4.98
Price to Book (P/B)7.17
Price to Sales (P/S)1.61
P/FCF Ratio27.46
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.51
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.75
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit5.91
Enterprise Value/Ebitda15.20
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$200.22Price Target Upside6.29% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering12
EPS Forecast (FY)10.98
Revenue Forecast (FY)$5.44B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Leading Distribution NetworkA leading distribution footprint and broad customer reach can reinforce purchasing scale, local service levels, and supplier relationships. This network advantage supports customer retention and gives Pool a durable platform for expanding products, regions, and commercial opportunities over the next several quarters.
Resilient Maintenance And Replacement DemandMaintenance chemicals and replacement equipment serve an installed pool base, creating demand that is less dependent on new construction than project-related products. Growth across both categories indicates Pool is benefiting from recurring upkeep and repair needs that can support durable revenue.
Strong Cash Generation And Inventory DisciplineImproving operating cash flow alongside lower inventory demonstrates disciplined working-capital management and efficient conversion of sales into liquidity. Stronger internal cash generation can fund dividends, technology, network investment, and selective acquisitions while reducing reliance on external financing.
Bears Say
Persistent Margin PressureFreight inflation and unfavorable mix are compressing gross margin even as sales grow, while pricing actions may take time to recover costs. If these pressures persist, lower operating leverage could limit earnings growth and reduce the benefit of Pool's otherwise solid revenue performance.
Weak Housing And New Pool ConstructionCautious housing activity and weaker new pool construction can reduce demand for higher-ticket equipment, renovations, and building materials. This mix shift may leave growth more dependent on maintenance and replacement categories, while delayed projects could weigh on volumes across the next several quarters.
Higher Leverage And Financial SensitivityHigher debt makes the balance sheet more sensitive to weaker demand, prolonged margin pressure, or higher financing costs. Although Pool continues to generate substantial cash, increased leverage can constrain capital allocation flexibility and raise the earnings impact of future interest expense.
Pool News
POOL FAQ
What was Pool’s price range in the past 12 months?
Pool lowest stock price was $152.70 and its highest was $303.69 in the past 12 months.
What is Pool’s market cap?
Pool’s market cap is $6.24B.
When is Pool’s upcoming earnings report date?
Pool’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 25, 2027 which is in 125 days.
How were Pool’s earnings last quarter?
Pool released its earnings results on Oct 22, 2026. The company reported $3.4 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $3.355 by $0.045.
Is Pool overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Pool’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Pool pay dividends?
Pool pays a Quarterly dividend of $1.3 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.96%. See more information on Pool dividends here
What is Pool’s EPS estimate?
Pool’s EPS estimate is 0.76.
How many shares outstanding does Pool have?
Pool has 36,340,748 shares outstanding.
What happened to Pool’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Pool reported an EPS of $3.4 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $3.355. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -6.555%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Pool?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in POOL
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Pool Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$200.22 (6.29% Upside)
$200.22 (6.29% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
POOL Sentiment 50%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 359.8K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 1.6%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.8%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.8%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 40%
Bearish news 60%
Bearish news 60%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-41.58%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
32.26%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
2.41%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Pool
Pool Corporation, established in 1993 and based in Covington, Louisiana, serves as a leading wholesale distributor of swimming pool essentials, outdoor living accessories, and related recreational merchandise. Operating extensively across the United States and globally, the company supported its diverse clientele through 410 sales centers spanning North America, Europe, and Australia as of March 2022. Its comprehensive product portfolio encompasses a broad array of upkeep items like chemicals, general provisions, and pool accouterments; components for servicing and replacing critical pool machinery such as purification systems, heating units, circulation pumps, and lighting fixtures; and structural elements including complete fiberglass pools, luxury spas, and comprehensive pre-packaged pool kits designed for both subterranean and elevated installations, encompassing structural walls, liners, support braces, and coping. Furthermore, Pool Corp. supplies diverse pool apparatus and constituent parts vital for both fresh installations and the refurbishment of existing aquatic facilities; irrigation solutions, including integrated system elements and specialized equipment and provisions for professional lawn maintenance; and construction essentials such as concrete, plumbing and electrical infrastructure, a variety of functional and aesthetic pool finishes, decking options, tiles, hardscaping elements, and natural stone for new builds and renovations. The company also offers specialized commercial-grade products, including robust heating units, essential safety apparatus, and industrial-scale pumps and filtration systems, alongside additional recreational and outdoor living items like barbecues and modules for custom outdoor kitchen setups. Pool Corporation's extensive client base includes swimming pool construction and renovation specialists, independent retailers of pool provisions, repair and maintenance enterprises, irrigation and landscape professionals, and institutional clients such as hospitality venues, educational institutions, and public recreational centers.
POOL Company Deck
POOL Earnings Call
Q3 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call was broadly constructive: third-quarter sales accelerated to 4%, several product categories and geographies grew, operating cash flow increased 47%, balance-sheet leverage remained within target, and full-year guidance was reaffirmed. Management also highlighted progress in sales excellence, pricing, technology, network optimization, and M&A. However, gross margin and operating income declined, freight and customer mix remained pressures, housing and discretionary demand were cautious, and fourth-quarter comparisons and the 2027 macro outlook remain challenging. Highlights significantly outweighed the explicitly stated challenges.View all POOL earnings summariesPOOL Revenue Breakdown
92.65% U.S.
7.35% International
POOL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$200.22
▲(6.29% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
3.47% Insiders
33.42% Mutual Funds
2.34% Other Institutional Investors
37.02% Public Companies and
Individual Investors