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POOL 
Pool Corporation (POOL)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/11/2025: POOL (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
13 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $321.99
1 Year Target Price $321.99
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 7 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -23.23% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/11/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 11.52B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 28.68 | 1Y Target Price 321.99 |
Price to earnings Ratio 28.68 | 1Y Target Price 321.99 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 13 | Beta 1.12 | 52 Weeks Range 282.22 - 392.62 | Updated Date 07/11/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 282.22 - 392.62 | Updated Date 07/11/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.72% | Basic EPS (TTM) 10.68 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Revenue by Geography
Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 7.77% | Operating Margin (TTM) 7.24% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 9.81% | Return on Equity (TTM) 31.65% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 28.68 | Forward PE 28.33 | Enterprise Value 12978823806 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.19 |
Enterprise Value 12978823806 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.19 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.47 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 20.51 | Shares Outstanding 37595200 | Shares Floating 34924923 |
Shares Outstanding 37595200 | Shares Floating 34924923 | ||
Percent Insiders 7.21 | Percent Institutions 100.81 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Pool Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Pool Corporation was founded in 1980 and has grown to become the world's largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool supplies, equipment, and related products. Through strategic acquisitions and organic growth, it has expanded its market presence significantly.
Core Business Areas
- Distribution: The core of Pool Corporation's business involves distributing a wide range of products, including pool maintenance supplies, equipment, repair parts, and packaged pool kits.
- SCP Distributors LLC: SCP Distributors is a major business segment providing various pool supplies, equipment, and related products catering to professionals in the pool and spa industry.
- Northeast Pool Supplies: This segment focuses on serving the northeastern US market with pool-related products and services.
Leadership and Structure
Pool Corporation is led by a seasoned executive team and operates with a decentralized structure, empowering regional managers to adapt to local market conditions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Pool Maintenance Supplies: Chemicals, cleaning equipment, and accessories necessary for maintaining pools. Competitors include independent retailers and other wholesale distributors, such as Heritage Pool Supply Group. Market share data is complex and varies regionally, but Pool Corp leads.
- revenue: Estimates range between $2-3 Billion
- Pool Equipment: Pumps, filters, heaters, and automation systems. Competitors include Pentair, Hayward, and Zodiac. Pool Corp is a leading distributor.
- revenue: Estimates range between $1-2 Billion
- Pool Construction and Renovation: Materials and equipment needed for building and renovating pools. Competitors include independent contractors, manufacturers selling direct and regional distributors. Pool Corp holds a significant share through SCP Distributors.
- revenue: Estimates range between $1-2 Billion
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The pool supply industry is driven by housing market trends, consumer spending on leisure, and climate conditions. It's a fragmented market with many small players.
Positioning
Pool Corporation is the industry leader due to its extensive distribution network, broad product selection, and strong relationships with manufacturers and customers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for the pool supply industry is estimated to be around $15-20 billion annually. Pool Corporation is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Largest distribution network
- Broad product selection
- Strong supplier relationships
- Decentralized management structure
- Recognized Brand
Weaknesses
- Dependence on housing market
- Sensitivity to weather conditions
- Exposure to raw material price fluctuations
- Vulnerable to supply chain disruptions
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographic markets
- Acquiring smaller competitors
- Developing new product lines
- Increasing online sales
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Changes in regulations
- Supply chain disruptions
- Inflation
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Watsco (WSO)
- Ferguson (FERG)
- SiteOne Landscape Supply (SITE)
Competitive Landscape
Pool Corporation's competitive advantages include its scale, distribution network, and product selection. Disadvantages may include dependence on the housing market and sensitivity to weather conditions.
Major Acquisitions
Porpoise Pool & Patio
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 15
- Strategic Rationale: Expanding presence in the southeast U.S. market.
Sun Chem Products
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 83
- Strategic Rationale: Increases the supply of chemicals across the US market for pools.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Pool Corporation has experienced significant growth through both organic expansion and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst projections suggest continued growth for Pool Corporation, driven by increasing demand for pool maintenance and renovation services.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include expanding its online presence and acquiring smaller distributors.
Summary
Pool Corporation is a strong industry leader with a wide distribution network and product selection. Its dependence on the housing market and sensitivity to weather conditions pose challenges. Strategic acquisitions and online expansion initiatives support future growth. Increased competition and potential economic downturns require careful monitoring.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company reports
- Industry analysis reports
- Financial news outlets
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Pool Corporation
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Covington, LA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1995-10-12 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Peter D. Arvan | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Industrial Distribution | Full time employees 6000 | Website https://www.poolcorp.com |
Full time employees 6000 | Website https://www.poolcorp.com | ||
Pool Corporation distributes swimming pool supplies, equipment, related leisure, irrigation, and landscape maintenance products in the United States and internationally. The company offers maintenance products, including chemicals, supplies, and pool accessories; repair and replacement parts for pool equipment, such as cleaners, filters, heaters, pumps, and lights; and building materials, such as concrete, plumbing and electrical components, functional and decorative pool surfaces, decking materials, tiles, hardscapes, and natural stones for pool installations and remodeling. It also provides pool equipment and components for new pool construction and the remodeling of existing pools; irrigation and related products, such as irrigation system components, and professional turf care equipment and supplies; commercial products, including heaters, safety equipment, commercial decking equipment, and commercial pumps and filters. In addition, the company offers fiberglass pools, and hot tubs and packaged pool kits comprising walls, liners, braces, and coping for in-ground and above-ground pools; and other pool construction and recreational products which consist discretionary recreational and related outdoor living products, such as grills and components for outdoor kitchens. It serves swimming pool remodelers and builders; specialty retailers that sell swimming pool supplies; swimming pool repair and service businesses; irrigation construction and landscape maintenance contractors; and commercial pool operators and pool contractors. Pool Corporation was incorporated in 1993 and is headquartered in Covington, Louisiana.
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