POOL POOL (POOL) Q2 FY26 earnings call
POOL Corporation delivered resilient Q2 FY26 results, with net sales up 2% driven by recurring maintenance and building materials, despite muted new pool construction and discretionary demand. New CEO John Watwood outlined four strategic priorities focused on sales excellence and operational efficiency, aiming to leverage existing investments. Gross margin faced pressure from higher inbound freight and customer mix, leading to a revised full-year outlook, though adjusted EPS guidance was reaffirmed.
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POOL operating KPIs by quarter
| KPI | Mar 2026 Q1 FY26 | This call Jun 2026 Q2 FY26 | Change vs prior quarter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stores | 455We consolidated one sales center into its existing market in the quarter, bringing our total to 455 sales centers.Source: earnings call transcript | 455Third, operational execution: running our sales centers with speed and consistency, holding a high service standard across all 455 locations and getting our recently opened greenfields to their full potential.Source: earnings call transcript | 0% |
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