Quarterly ResultApr 23, 2026, 07:03 AM
POOL Corp Q1 2026 Net Sales Up 6% to $1.1B; EPS Rises 2% to $1.45
AI Summary
Pool Corporation reported a solid start to 2026 with net sales increasing 6% to $1.1 billion and operating income growing 7% to $82.6 million in the first quarter. Diluted EPS rose 2% to $1.45, or 8% excluding certain tax benefits. The company confirmed its annual earnings guidance range of $10.87 - $11.17 per diluted share, driven by resilient maintenance demand and gradual recovery in discretionary categories.
Key Highlights
- Net sales increased 6% to $1.1 billion.
- Operating income grew 7% to $82.6 million.
- Diluted EPS rose 2% to $1.45.
- Gross margin was 29.0%, down 20 bps.
- Confirmed annual EPS guidance of $10.87 - $11.17.