Empowered Funds LLC bought a new stake in Pool Corporation (NASDAQ:POOL – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, Holdings Channel.com reports. The institutional investor bought 4,645 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock, valued at approximately $998,000.
A number of other hedge funds have also made changes to their positions in the company. CYBER HORNET ETFs LLC acquired a new position in Pool in the second quarter valued at about $30,000. MUFG Securities EMEA plc acquired a new stake in shares of Pool during the second quarter worth approximately $33,000. Clearstead Advisors LLC raised its stake in shares of Pool by 100.0% in the fourth quarter. Clearstead Advisors LLC now owns 122 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $28,000 after acquiring an additional 61 shares during the last quarter. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Pool by 2,660.0% in the 2nd quarter. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC now owns 138 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock worth $30,000 after acquiring an additional 133 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Covestor Ltd grew its position in Pool by 348.4% during the 4th quarter. Covestor Ltd now owns 139 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock worth $32,000 after acquiring an additional 108 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 98.99% of the company’s stock.
Pool Stock Up 0.6%
Shares of NASDAQ POOL opened at $185.22 on Friday. Pool Corporation has a 1 year low of $172.68 and a 1 year high of $336.15. The firm’s 50-day moving average is $197.77 and its 200-day moving average is $202.17. The company has a current ratio of 2.67, a quick ratio of 0.91 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.05. The firm has a market capitalization of $6.73 billion, a PE ratio of 17.04, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.49 and a beta of 1.06.
Pool Announces Dividend
The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, August 27th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, August 13th were given a dividend of $1.30 per share. The ex-dividend date was Thursday, August 13th. This represents a $5.20 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.8%. Pool’s payout ratio is presently 47.84%.
Key Headlines Impacting Pool
Here are the key news stories impacting Pool this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Recent fundamentals remain supportive: Pool Corporation’s latest quarterly earnings slightly exceeded analyst expectations, while revenue increased year over year. Management’s fiscal 2026 EPS guidance also remains a key reference point for investors evaluating the stock’s recovery potential.
- Neutral Sentiment: Roborock introduced its first robotic pool cleaner at IFA 2026. The product could expand consumer interest in pool-maintenance equipment and potentially create a new category for distributors, although the reports do not indicate whether Pool Corporation will distribute the device. Roborock Launched Its First-Ever Robot Pool Cleaner
- Neutral Sentiment: Articles about pool heating, water treatment, pool-closing supplies and commercial pool services point to ongoing maintenance and renovation demand across the industry. However, they are general market stories and do not provide new revenue or earnings information for POOL. Electrification Trends Strengthen the Case for Heat-Based Pool Heating
- Negative Sentiment: Roborock’s entry into robotic pool cleaning could increase competition in equipment and maintenance products over time. The near-term impact on Pool Corporation appears limited because there is no indication of a direct relationship or material effect on its financial outlook. Roborock’s first robotic pool cleaner
Analyst Ratings Changes
Several analysts have recently commented on POOL shares. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft set a $185.00 target price on Pool in a report on Friday, July 24th. Weiss Ratings reissued a “sell (d+)” rating on shares of Pool in a report on Tuesday, August 11th. Oppenheimer lowered their price objective on shares of Pool from $280.00 to $227.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a research report on Friday, July 24th. Robert W. Baird set a $260.00 target price on shares of Pool in a research report on Friday, July 24th. Finally, Bank of America lowered their price target on shares of Pool from $226.00 to $206.00 and set an “underperform” rating for the company in a report on Monday, July 20th. Five analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, seven have issued a Hold rating and two have assigned a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, Pool currently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $233.10.
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About Pool
Pool Corporation is a leading wholesale distributor of swimming pool supplies, equipment, and related outdoor living products. Headquartered in Covington, Louisiana, the company serves a diverse customer base that includes service professionals, independent retailers, high-volume builders, and national retail chains. Pool Corporation’s extensive branch network enables it to maintain strong local customer relationships while leveraging its scale to source products efficiently from manufacturers around the world.
The company’s product portfolio spans pool and spa chemicals, water treatment equipment, pumps, filters, heaters, automation and control systems, liners, safety covers, and cleaning accessories.
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