Several institutional investors have recently made significant changes to their holdings in Pool Co. (NASDAQ:POOL), a specialty retailer that distributes swimming pool supplies and equipment in the United States and internationally. One of the most notable moves was made by PAX Financial Group LLC, which reduced its stake in the company by 3.3% during the fourth quarter. This change brings the total holdings of PAX Financial Group LLC to 1,650 shares of Pool Co. stock, valued at approximately $563,000.
Institutional Investors Weigh In
Other institutional investors have also taken a keen interest in Pool Co. in recent months. Raymond James Financial Inc., for example, acquired a new stake in the company’s shares in the fourth quarter, valued at around $116.8 million. JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Wellington Management Group LLP also increased their holdings in Pool Co. by 22.7% and 27.5%, respectively, during the same period.
Key Takeaways
• PAX Financial Group LLC cut its position in Pool Co. by 3.3% during the fourth quarter, reducing its holdings to 1,650 shares. • Institutional investors own 98.99% of Pool Co. stock. • The stock has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.71, a current ratio of 2.05, and a quick ratio of 0.77. • The company’s market capitalization is $11.88 billion, with a PE ratio of 27.93 and a beta of 1.13.
A Look at Analyst Ratings
Several analysts have recently issued their take on Pool Co.’s stock. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft started coverage on the company with a “hold” rating and a target price of $344.00. Wells Fargo & Company reduced its target price from $370.00 to $360.00 and assigned an “equal weight” rating. Meanwhile, StockNews.com lowered its rating from “hold” to “sell”.
Pool’s Dividend and Insider Activity
Pool Co. recently announced a quarterly dividend, with stockholders of record receiving $1.20 per share on March 12th. The company’s dividend yield is 1.52%, and its payout ratio is currently 42.55%. Notably, Director De La Mesa Manuel J. Perez sold 10,000 shares of Pool Co. stock in February, valued at $3.46 million. Additionally, SVP Jennifer M. Neil sold 1,223 shares in March, valued at $385,245.
About Pool Co.
Pool Co. The company offers a range of products, including maintenance chemicals, repair parts, and building materials for pool installations and remodeling. Pool Co.’s market capitalization is $11.88 billion, and its shares have a beta of 1.13.
Pool’s Financials
In the most recent quarter, Pool Co. reported $987.48 million in revenue and $0.97 earnings per share (EPS), exceeding analysts’ consensus estimates. The company’s net margin is 8.18%, and its return on equity is 31.11%. Wall Street analysts predict that Pool Co. will post 11.32 EPS for the current fiscal year.
A Market Update
Pool Co.’s stock opened at $315.05 on Friday. The company’s debt-to-equity ratio, current ratio, and quick ratio are 0.71, 2.05, and 0.77, respectively. Pool Co.’s 50-day and 200-day simple moving averages are $336.70 and $352.37, respectively. The company’s one-year low is $293.51, and its one-year high is $402.45.
| Market Data | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $11.88 billion |
| PE Ratio | 27.93 |
| Beta | 1.13 |
“I am extremely satisfied with the results of our fourth quarter earnings, which exceeded our expectations. We continue to focus on providing our customers with the highest quality products and exceptional service.” – David Taylor, CEO of Pool Co.
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- PE Ratio
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- Debt-to-equity ratio
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- Current ratio
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Disclaimer
The information provided is for general purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice. It is essential to conduct your own research and consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
