Description: This recent addition to Buffett's portfolio has been underperforming. How has it done over the long term?

Description: Pool Corporation has underperformed the broader market over the past year, but analysts are moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Description: The recent Berkshire buy is trading for much lower than Buffett paid.

Description: A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after comments from a key Federal Reserve official bolstered hopes for an interest rate cut. New York Federal Reserve President John Williams stated he sees “room for a further adjustment” in the near term, sparking a significant market rally. Following his remarks, the probability of the central bank cutting rates at its December meeting jumped from 39% to over 73%, according to the CME FedWatch tool. This positive sentiment provided relief to

Description: Wondering if now is the right time to buy Pool stock? You are not alone, as plenty of investors are asking where the value lies after recent price swings. Pool’s shares have pulled back notably, dropping 16.8% over the past month and declining 26.1% since the start of the year. This hints at shifting market sentiment and heightened volatility. Several headlines have weighed on the stock price lately, including broader concerns around consumer discretionary spending and interest rate...

Description: Warren Buffett has taken a highly conservative approach to the stock market in recent years. However, he has bought Chevron (NYSE:CVX), UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) and Pool Corp (NASDAQ:POOL) in the most recent quarter. He has been selling stocks for three straight years in a row, or 12 consecutive quarters. This does not mean that he’s selling ... Warren Buffett Has Been a Net Seller for 3 Years, but He’s Buying These 3 Stocks

Description: Berkshire Hathaway owns this company, and you might want to own it, too, but only buy it if you think long term.

Description: Even Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway hasn't been able to resist buying the stock.

Description: Warren Buffett has been buying up this consumer stock hand over fist, but the market keeps sticking to the sidelines.

Description: After joining Berkshire Hathaway's portfolio, Pool Corp. has drawn a lot of attention, and here's why that makes total sense.

Description: In October 2025, Pool Corporation reported third-quarter earnings with sales of US$1.45 billion and confirmed a quarterly dividend of US$1.25 per share, alongside a continued share repurchase program and reaffirmed flat full-year revenue guidance. The company's resilience was highlighted by growth in sales of maintenance and renovation equipment and steady earnings despite broader market headwinds, signaling operational strength and investor confidence. We'll explore how Pool's confirmed...

Description: You could pick up shares today and pay less than Buffett did! The big question is, should you?

Description: Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway owns dozens of stocks, but these are the three you should pounce on.

Description: JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Landstar System, Inc. (NASDAQ: LSTR), a technology-enabled, asset-light provider of integrated freight transportation solutions, delivering safe, specialized transportation services, announced today the addition of Barr Blanton and Melanie Housey Hart to its Board of Directors. Barr Blanton, 42, is a recognized leader in technology advisory and business transformation. He currently serves as chief executive officer and a member of the board o

Description: These consumer-facing businesses have the brand power to continue growing their dividends and your portfolio for the foreseeable future.

Description: Pool’s third quarter results reflected stable performance in a challenging environment, with management attributing sales growth to consistent maintenance demand and early signs of stabilization in new pool construction and remodel activity. CEO Peter Arvan highlighted that growth in building materials and increased adoption of digital tools like POOL360 supported gross margin expansion. Management pointed out that chemical sales were impacted by deflation in certain products, but overall volume

Description: Pool (POOL) just released its third quarter results, and investors are paying close attention. The headline numbers show a slight uptick in revenue and net income for the quarter; however, year-to-date trends continue to signal challenges for the company’s core operations. See our latest analysis for Pool. Following the earnings update, Pool’s share price has reflected the shifting sentiment. Year-to-date, the share price return is down 13.8%, and the one-year total shareholder return sits...

Description: YETI vs. POOL: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

Description: While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns. Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.

Description: Warren Buffett owns these two stocks, and you might want to, too, but each one has a very different story to tell.

Description: POOL's Q3 earnings and revenues beat estimates, driven by steady maintenance demand and digital expansion momentum.

Description: Swimming pool distributor Pool (NASDAQ:POOL) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 1.3% year on year to $1.45 billion. Its GAAP profit of $3.40 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Description: Pool (POOL) posted a net profit margin of 7.7%, down from 8.5% a year ago, and has faced a 2.8% annual decline in earnings over the past five years, with negative earnings growth in the most recent year. Looking ahead, analysts expect earnings to increase 6.5% per year and revenue to grow at 4% annually. Both figures lag broader US market averages. Shares currently change hands at $300.31 and trade at 27.4x earnings, a premium to industry peers. With high earnings quality and an appealing...

Description: Pool Corp reports a 1% increase in net sales and a 4% rise in EPS, while navigating market fluctuations and investing in technology for future growth.

Description: Pool Corp. (POOL) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +0.30% and +0.14%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2025. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Description: Warren Buffett doesn't buy stocks on a whim, which is why you might be interested in Berkshire Hathaway's investment in Pool Corp.

Description: Swimming pool distributor Pool (NASDAQ:POOL) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 1.3% year on year to $1.45 billion. Its GAAP profit of $3.40 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Description: POOL on Thursday reported third-quarter profit of $126.5 million. On a per-share basis, the Covington, Louisiana-based company said it had net income of $3.40. Earnings, adjusted for pretax gains, came to $3.39 per share.

Description: Q3 2025 Highlights Net sales increased 1% from Q3 2024 to $1.5 billion, following growth in Q2 2025Gross margin of 29.6% expanded 50 bps from Q3 2024Diluted EPS increased 4% from Q3 2024 to $3.40Confirms annual earnings guidance range of $10.81-$11.31 per diluted share, including year-to-date ASU 2016-09 tax benefit of $0.11 COVINGTON, La., Oct. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pool Corporation (Nasdaq/GSM:POOL) today reported results for the third quarter of 2025 and confirmed its annual earnings g

Description: If you have been watching Pool’s stock price chart with a bit of confusion lately, you are not alone. Over the short term, Pool has gained 2.4% in the past week, but zooming out tells a less sunny story. The thirty-day period shows a nearly 5% drop, and the year-to-date slide now sits at 9.1%. Looking farther back, the past year has been tough, with a decline of 12.4%. The five-year total underscores the challenge with a drop of nearly 13%. However, examining the three-year horizon reveals...

Description: Swimming pool distributor Pool (NASDAQ:POOL) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday before the bell. Here’s what to look for.

Description: COVINGTON, La., Oct. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pool Corporation (Nasdaq: POOL), the world’s largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool supplies, equipment and related leisure products and a member of the S&P 500 Index, will celebrate its 30th anniversary as a publicly listed company by ringing the opening bell at the Nasdaq MarketSite later this month. “I am incredibly proud to celebrate Pool Corporation’s 30th anniversary by having my leadership team join me to ring Nasdaq’s opening bell

Description: POOL's Q3 results are likely to reflect steady gains from strong maintenance sales, franchise growth and expanding digital platforms despite macro headwinds.

Description: This company generates revenue even when the economy is unfavorable.