The distributor forecasts diluted earnings per share for next year amid margin pressure from rising inbound freight expenses.
Pool Corporation projected diluted earnings per share of $10.66 to $10.96 for Q2 2026, citing increased inbound freight costs as a headwind on gross margins.
The guidance follows prior market expectations and reflects ongoing supply chain challenges impacting operational costs. Comparable periods showed lower freight-related pressures, highlighting a shift in cost dynamics.
No immediate market reaction was detailed in the source.