Pool Corporation distributes swimming pool supplies, equipment, and related leisure products in North America, Europe, South America, and Australia. 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; packaged pool kits comprising walls, liners, braces, and coping for in-ground and above-ground pools; pool equipment and components for new pool construction and the remodeling of existing pools; and irrigation and landscape products consisting of irrigation system components, and professional lawn care equipment and supplies. It also provides building materials, such as concrete, plumbing and electrical components, functional and decorative pool surfaces, decking materials, tiles, hardscapes, and natural stones for use in pool installations and remodeling; and commercial products, such as ASME heaters, safety equipment, and commercial pumps and filters. In addition, the company offers discretionary recreational and related outdoor lifestyle products that enhance consumers' use and enjoyment of outdoor living spaces, such as spas, 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 golf course and other commercial customers. As of December 31, 2017, the company operated 351 sales centers. Pool Corporation was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Covington, Louisiana.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Industry Miscellaneous durable goods
Sub-IndustryDistributors
SectorConsumer Discretionary
SymbolNASDAQ:POOL
CUSIP73278L10
Phone985-892-5521
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio2.03
Current Ratio2.64
Quick Ratio1.15
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio37.89
Forward P/E Ratio27.29
P/E GrowthN/A
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$2.79 billion
Price / Sales2.19
Cash Flow$4.4133 per share
Price / Cash34.26
Book Value$5.56 per share
Price / Book27.19
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$3.99
Net Income$191.63 million
Net Margins7.69%
Return on Equity82.52%
Return on Assets16.44%
Miscellaneous
Employees4,000
Outstanding Shares40,380,000
Market Cap$6.74 billion
Pool (NASDAQ:POOL) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pool's stock symbol?
Pool trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "POOL."
How often does Pool pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Pool?
Pool announced a quarterly dividend on Friday, July 27th. Investors of record on Tuesday, August 14th will be paid a dividend of $0.45 per share on Tuesday, August 28th. This represents a $1.80 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.25%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, August 13th. View Pool's Dividend History.
How will Pool's stock buyback program work?
Pool declared that its Board of Directors has initiated a share repurchase plan on Thursday, May 3rd 2018, which permits the company to buyback $200,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This buyback authorization permits the company to reacquire up to 3.5% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares buyback plans are usually a sign that the company's board believes its shares are undervalued.
How were Pool's earnings last quarter?
Pool Co. (NASDAQ:POOL) posted its earnings results on Thursday, October, 19th. The specialty retailer reported $1.16 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $1.14 by $0.02. The specialty retailer had revenue of $743.40 million for the quarter. Pool had a net margin of 7.69% and a return on equity of 82.52%. The company's quarterly revenue was up 7.5% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the previous year, the business posted $1.03 earnings per share. View Pool's Earnings History.
When is Pool's next earnings date?
How can I listen to Pool's earnings call?
Pool will be holding an earnings conference call on Thursday, October 18th at 11:00 AM Eastern. Interested parties can register for or listen to the call using this link or dial in at 8883488936.
What guidance has Pool issued on next quarter's earnings?
Pool updated its FY18 earnings guidance on Thursday, October, 18th. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of $5.58-5.78 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus EPS estimate of $5.52. Pool also updated its FY 2018 guidance to $5.58-5.78 EPS.
What price target have analysts set for POOL?
4 Wall Street analysts have issued 1-year target prices for Pool's shares. Their predictions range from $131.00 to $160.00. On average, they expect Pool's stock price to reach $148.25 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 2.8% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for Pool.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Pool?
4 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Pool in the last year. There are currently 4 hold ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for Pool.
Who are some of Pool's key competitors?
Who are Pool's key executives?
Pool's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Manuel J. Perez de la Mesa, Pres, CEO & Director (Age 61)
- Mr. Mark W. Joslin, Sr. VP & CFO (Age 59)
- Mr. Peter D. Arvan, Exec. VP & COO (Age 52)
- Mr. A. David Cook, Group VP (Age 63)
- Mr. Kenneth G. St. Romain, Group VP (Age 55)
Who are Pool's major shareholders?
Pool's stock is owned by a number of of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include Personal Capital Advisors Corp (0.42%), Campbell Newman Asset Management Inc. (0.02%), Bank of Montreal Can (0.02%), MAI Capital Management (0.02%), Atria Investments LLC (0.01%) and We Are One Seven LLC (0.01%). Company insiders that own Pool stock include Arthur D Cook, De La Mesa Manuel J Perez, Harlan F Seymour, Hart Melanie Housey, Jennifer M Neil, John E Stokely, Mark W Joslin, Robert C Sledd, Romain Kenneth G St and Wilson B Sexton. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Pool.
Which institutional investors are selling Pool stock?
POOL stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including MAI Capital Management. Company insiders that have sold Pool company stock in the last year include Arthur D Cook, De La Mesa Manuel J Perez, Harlan F Seymour, Hart Melanie Housey, Jennifer M Neil, John E Stokely, Mark W Joslin, Robert C Sledd and Romain Kenneth G St. View Insider Buying and Selling for Pool.
Which institutional investors are buying Pool stock?
POOL stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Personal Capital Advisors Corp, Campbell Newman Asset Management Inc., We Are One Seven LLC, First Hawaiian Bank, Atria Investments LLC and Bank of Montreal Can. View Insider Buying and Selling for Pool.
How do I buy shares of Pool?
Shares of POOL can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Pool's stock price today?
One share of POOL stock can currently be purchased for approximately $144.23.
How big of a company is Pool?
Pool has a market capitalization of $6.74 billion and generates $2.79 billion in revenue each year. The specialty retailer earns $191.63 million in net income (profit) each year or $3.99 on an earnings per share basis. Pool employs 4,000 workers across the globe.
What is Pool's official website?
How can I contact Pool?
Pool's mailing address is 109 Northpark Boulevard, Covington LA, 70433. The specialty retailer can be reached via phone at 985-892-5521 or via email at [email protected]
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