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Mar 31
Pool Corp. Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Pool Corporation reported lower earnings and revenue compared to the prior year, impacted by reduced discretionary spending and weather challenges.
Key Takeaways
Pool Corporation posted a decline in sales and net income for Q1 2025, as tough weather conditions and weaker discretionary demand affected performance. Despite the challenges, chemical volumes grew and strategic initiatives helped maintain relative stability.
Pool Corp.
Pool Corp.
Forward Guidance
Pool Corporation reaffirmed its full-year 2025 earnings guidance range of $11.10 to $11.60 per diluted share.
Positive Outlook
- Maintained full-year EPS guidance despite Q1 headwinds
- 1% volume growth in chemicals, with strong private-label sales
- Strategic investments and new sales centers expanded reach
- Digital platform integration continued to enhance operations
- Improved sales performance in March post weather disruptions
Challenges Ahead
- Net sales declined 4% year-over-year
- Gross margin fell due to lack of prior year’s tax reversal
- Net income dropped significantly from previous year
- Discretionary project sales remained under pressure
- Cash flow from operations significantly declined