Equity Profile

POOL

Pool Corporation

Consumer DiscretionaryDistributors$6.6B

Jul23Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Pool Corporation (POOL) is a leading distributor of swimming pool supplies, equipment, and related products. As a key player in the consumer discretionary sector, its performance is closely tied to trends in home improvement and leisure spending.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS Growth

Earnings per share growth is crucial for assessing profitability and investor sentiment.

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Revenue Trends

Revenue growth indicates demand for Pool's products and overall market health.

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POOL Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

-0.18%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.12%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Pool Corporation reported an EPS of $1.45, beating expectations by 8.53%. However, the stock fell 2.37% the following day, indicating mixed investor sentiment.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic ahead of the earnings report, given the company's recent EPS beat. However, concerns about revenue growth and market conditions remain.

Bull Case

If Pool can demonstrate strong revenue growth and maintain or improve its gross margins, it could signal robust demand and operational efficiency, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports disappointing revenue or a decline in margins, it could raise concerns about market demand and operational challenges, resulting in a negative stock reaction.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the revenue growth rate for the quarter?

Revenue growth will be a key indicator of demand for Pool's products and overall market conditions.

How has the gross margin changed compared to previous quarters?

Changes in gross margin can signal operational efficiency and pricing power, which are critical for investor confidence.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Pool's ability to maintain margins despite potential economic headwinds, as historical data shows resilience in demand for pool-related products.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a 19.96% move, indicating significant uncertainty that may not align with historical performance.

Pool's recent EPS beat suggests that the company is navigating challenges better than expected.

Key Risk

If revenue growth comes in below 5%, it could challenge the optimistic outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Pool can sustain growth in a potentially challenging economic environment.

Bull Confirmed If

Demonstrating revenue growth of at least 10% year-over-year would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

A revenue decline or stagnation would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±19.96%

Historical Avg

±5.8%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, suggesting uncertainty or volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±20.0% while POOL has averaged ±5.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

38.1%

Calls (8K)P/C Ratio: 6.62Puts (15K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Discretionary

n=30

Fade rate: 8 of 21 (38%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Consumer Discretionary in the last 2 years. 13 of 21 (62%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.9%, with a raw directional average of +2.2% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Pool beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by an average of 3.43%, confirming strong demand and operational efficiency.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management's commentary is cautious, the stock may experience a muted reaction as investors weigh future prospects.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of around 6.05%, as it would raise concerns about demand and operational challenges.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on revenue growth trends compared to last year.
2Management's outlook on gross margin sustainability.
3Insights into consumer demand and market conditions.
4Any comments on operational efficiencies or cost management.
5Future guidance on expected performance in the upcoming quarters.

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Key Metrics to Watch

EPS Growth

Earnings per share growth is crucial for assessing profitability and investor sentiment.

N/A

Revenue Trends

Revenue growth indicates demand for Pool's products and overall market health.

N/A

1 more metrics, Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

POOL Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

-0.18%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.12%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Pool Corporation reported an EPS of $1.45, beating expectations by 8.53%. However, the stock fell 2.37% the following day, indicating mixed investor sentiment.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic ahead of the earnings report, given the company's recent EPS beat. However, concerns about revenue growth and market conditions remain.

Bull Case

If Pool can demonstrate strong revenue growth and maintain or improve its gross margins, it could signal robust demand and operational efficiency, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports disappointing revenue or a decline in margins, it could raise concerns about market demand and operational challenges, resulting in a negative stock reaction.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the revenue growth rate for the quarter?

Revenue growth will be a key indicator of demand for Pool's products and overall market conditions.

How has the gross margin changed compared to previous quarters?

Changes in gross margin can signal operational efficiency and pricing power, which are critical for investor confidence.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Pool's ability to maintain margins despite potential economic headwinds, as historical data shows resilience in demand for pool-related products.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a 19.96% move, indicating significant uncertainty that may not align with historical performance.

Pool's recent EPS beat suggests that the company is navigating challenges better than expected.

Key Risk

If revenue growth comes in below 5%, it could challenge the optimistic outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Pool can sustain growth in a potentially challenging economic environment.

Bull Confirmed If

Demonstrating revenue growth of at least 10% year-over-year would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

A revenue decline or stagnation would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±19.96%

Historical Avg

±5.8%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, suggesting uncertainty or volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±20.0% while POOL has averaged ±5.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

38.1%

Calls (8K)P/C Ratio: 6.62Puts (15K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Discretionary

n=30

Fade rate: 8 of 21 (38%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Pool beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by an average of 3.43%, confirming strong demand and operational efficiency.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management's commentary is cautious, the stock may experience a muted reaction as investors weigh future prospects.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of around 6.05%, as it would raise concerns about demand and operational challenges.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on revenue growth trends compared to last year.
2Management's outlook on gross margin sustainability.
3Insights into consumer demand and market conditions.
4Any comments on operational efficiencies or cost management.
5Future guidance on expected performance in the upcoming quarters.