POOL CORP

Pool Corporation announced its participation in three investor events during the third quarter of 2026. These events include Deutsche Bank's Chicago Industrials Summit, the Jefferies Global Industrials Conference, and the Goldman Sachs Global Consumer and Retail Conference. Investor-related materials are available on the company's website.

Pool Corporation announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.30 per share. The dividend is scheduled to be paid on August 27, 2026, to shareholders of record as of August 13, 2026. Pool Corporation is recognized as the world's largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool and related backyard products, operating approximately 455 sales centers across North America, Europe, and Australia.

POOL CORP reported a 2% increase in net sales to $1.82 billion for the second quarter of 2026. However, GAAP net income decreased 3% to $188.1 million, and operating income fell 2% to $267.7 million, primarily due to $8.3 million in CEO transition costs. Adjusted diluted EPS, excluding these costs, increased 4% to $5.38. The company's gross margin also saw a 30 basis point decrease to 29.7%, while total debt outstanding rose by $110.8 million to $1.3 billion. For the full year 2026, POOL CORP anticipates low single-digit sales growth and a gross margin approximately 30 basis points below 2025 levels.

POOL CORP reported second-quarter 2026 results with net sales increasing 2% to $1.8 billion, driven by resilient maintenance business and improved building materials. Operating income decreased 2% to $267.7 million, though adjusted operating income rose 1%. Diluted EPS remained flat at $5.17, but adjusted diluted EPS increased 4% to $5.38. The company confirmed its 2026 annual earnings guidance range, excluding CEO transition costs.

Pool Corporation announced it will release its second quarter 2026 earnings results before market open on July 23, 2026. A conference call to discuss these results will be held on the same day at 10:00 a.m. Central Time. Investors can access the earnings release, live webcast, and replay on the company's website or via provided dial-in numbers.

Pool Corporation announced its participation in five investor conferences scheduled for June 2026. The company will attend events hosted by Stifel, Baird, William Blair, Oppenheimer, and Wells Fargo. Investor-related materials are available on POOLCORP's website for interested parties.

POOL CORP filed an amendment to its previous 8-K, providing details of the separation agreement with former President and CEO Peter D. Arvan. Under the agreement, Mr. Arvan will receive 54 weeks of base salary and 12 months of health insurance premium reimbursement. He is also eligible to continue vesting up to 55,156 performance-based restricted stock awards and 21,870 restricted stock awards, contingent on compliance with non-competition and other post-termination obligations. The agreement includes customary waiver, release, confidentiality, and non-disparagement provisions, with payments subject to the Company’s Clawback Policy.

POOLCORP announced a leadership transition, with Peter D. Arvan stepping down as President, CEO, and Director, effective May 4, 2026. John B. Watwood, previously Executive Vice President, has been appointed as the new President and CEO. Additionally, John E. Stokely, the current Chair of the Board, was appointed Executive Chair. The company also detailed compensation for the new CEO and Executive Chair, reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance, and postponed its Investor Day.

Pool Corporation announced significant leadership changes, appointing John B. Watwood as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 4, 2026. Peter D. Arvan will step down from his roles as President, CEO, and Director. Additionally, John E. Stokely, the current Chair of the Board, has been appointed Executive Chair. The company also reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance and postponed its Investor Day previously scheduled for May 12, 2026.

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.