Quarterly ResultApr 28, 2026, 12:31 PM
POOL Q1 Net Sales +6% to $1.14B; Diluted EPS $1.45
AI Summary
POOL CORP reported a 6% increase in Q1 2026 net sales to $1.14 billion, driven by solid demand for maintenance products and equipment. Diluted EPS rose 2.1% to $1.45, though net income slightly decreased to $53.2 million. The company provided full-year 2026 guidance, projecting low single-digit sales growth and diluted EPS between $10.87 and $11.17.
Key Highlights
- Net sales increased 6% to $1.14 billion in Q1 2026.
- Diluted EPS rose 2.1% to $1.45; adjusted diluted EPS increased 8% to $1.43.
- Net income was $53.2 million, a slight decrease from $53.5 million in Q1 2025.
- Operating income grew 7% to $82.6 million; operating margin expanded 10 bps to 7.3%.
- Gross margin decreased 20 bps to 29.0%, impacted by product mix and early buys.
- Cash dividends declared per share increased 4.2% to $1.25.
- Repurchased $64.4 million of common stock in Q1 2026.
- Full-year 2026 diluted EPS guidance is $10.87 to $11.17.
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