Hayward (HAYW)


Market Price (11/5/2026): $16.975 | Market Cap: $3.5 BilSector: Industrials | Industry: Electrical Components & Equipment

Hayward (HAYW)


Market Price (11/5/2026): $16.975
Market Cap: $3.5 Bil
Sector: Industrials
Industry: Electrical Components & Equipment

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Attractive operating margins
Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is 22%

Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 17%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 14%

Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 35%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Water Infrastructure, Electrification of Everything, and Smart Buildings & Proptech. Themes include Water Treatment & Delivery, Show more.

Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is -1.9%, Dist 3Y High is -1.9%

Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -28%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -34%

Key risks
HAYW key risks include [1] potential substantial liability from an ongoing securities fraud lawsuit alleging "channel-stuffing" and [2] an estimated $85 million annual cost from a potential 145% tariff on its Chinese imports.

0 Attractive operating margins
Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is 22%
1 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 17%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 14%
2 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 35%
3 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Water Infrastructure, Electrification of Everything, and Smart Buildings & Proptech. Themes include Water Treatment & Delivery, Show more.
4 Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is -1.9%, Dist 3Y High is -1.9%
5 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -28%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -34%
6 Key risks
HAYW key risks include [1] potential substantial liability from an ongoing securities fraud lawsuit alleging "channel-stuffing" and [2] an estimated $85 million annual cost from a potential 145% tariff on its Chinese imports.

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Valuation & Metrics

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 11/4/2026

Hayward (HAYW) stock has gained about 10% since 7/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Strong Fiscal Q3 2026 Earnings Beat and Raised Full-Year Guidance.

Hayward significantly surpassed analyst expectations for its fiscal third quarter ended September 26, 2026. The company reported adjusted diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.18, a 20% beat over the $0.15 consensus, and net sales of $260.1 million, exceeding estimates of $251.8 million. This strong performance prompted management to raise its full-year fiscal 2026 net sales growth outlook to approximately 5% to 6% (from prior guidance of approximately 5%) and adjusted diluted EPS guidance to $0.86 to $0.88 (from $0.84 to $0.87), representing an increase of approximately 12% to 14% year-over-year. Following the earnings release on October 28, 2026, Hayward's shares surged 11.28% to $14.50.

2. Resilient Aftermarket Business Model and Margin Expansion.

The company's aftermarket-focused business model proved resilient, with over 85% of its sales derived from recurring demand from its extensive installed base of pools, insulating it from a more than 20% decline in new pool construction over the past three years. Hayward also demonstrated robust operational efficiency in fiscal Q3 2026, with its gross profit margin expanding 10 basis points to 47.9% and adjusted EBITDA margin improving 60 basis points to 24.8%, despite persistent inflationary pressures.

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Updated on 11/4/2026

Hayward (HAYW) stock has gained about 10% since 7/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Strong Fiscal Q3 2026 Earnings Beat and Raised Full-Year Guidance.

Hayward significantly surpassed analyst expectations for its fiscal third quarter ended September 26, 2026. The company reported adjusted diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.18, a 20% beat over the $0.15 consensus, and net sales of $260.1 million, exceeding estimates of $251.8 million. This strong performance prompted management to raise its full-year fiscal 2026 net sales growth outlook to approximately 5% to 6% (from prior guidance of approximately 5%) and adjusted diluted EPS guidance to $0.86 to $0.88 (from $0.84 to $0.87), representing an increase of approximately 12% to 14% year-over-year. Following the earnings release on October 28, 2026, Hayward's shares surged 11.28% to $14.50.

2. Resilient Aftermarket Business Model and Margin Expansion.

The company's aftermarket-focused business model proved resilient, with over 85% of its sales derived from recurring demand from its extensive installed base of pools, insulating it from a more than 20% decline in new pool construction over the past three years. Hayward also demonstrated robust operational efficiency in fiscal Q3 2026, with its gross profit margin expanding 10 basis points to 47.9% and adjusted EBITDA margin improving 60 basis points to 24.8%, despite persistent inflationary pressures.

3. Enhanced Financial Health and Shareholder Returns.

Hayward's financial position strengthened considerably, with its net leverage ratio reaching 1.5x as of September 26, 2026, marking its lowest level since its initial public offering in 2021. The company also actively returned capital to shareholders, repurchasing approximately 3.4 million shares for about $51.5 million in fiscal Q3 2026, contributing to a year-to-date total of 7.8 million shares repurchased for $115 million.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 12.2% change in HAYW stock from 7/31/2026 to 11/4/2026 was primarily driven by a 4.6% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)731202611042026Change
Stock Price ($)15.1316.9812.2%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)1,1671,1831.4%
Net Income Margin (%)13.8%14.4%3.8%
P/E Multiple20.321.24.6%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2162122.0%
Cumulative Contribution12.2%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

7/31/2026 to 11/4/2026
ReturnCorrelation
HAYW12.2% 
Market (SPY)2.6%17.1%
Sector (XLI)-5.8%34.7%

Fundamental Drivers

The 13.1% change in HAYW stock from 4/30/2026 to 11/4/2026 was primarily driven by a 4.5% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)430202611042026Change
Stock Price ($)15.0116.9813.1%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)1,1491,1833.0%
Net Income Margin (%)14.0%14.4%2.6%
P/E Multiple20.321.24.5%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2172122.4%
Cumulative Contribution13.1%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

4/30/2026 to 11/4/2026
ReturnCorrelation
HAYW13.1% 
Market (SPY)7.0%25.6%
Sector (XLI)-2.7%43.7%

Fundamental Drivers

The 0.1% change in HAYW stock from 10/31/2025 to 11/4/2026 was primarily driven by a 14.5% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)1031202511042026Change
Stock Price ($)16.9716.980.1%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)1,1001,1837.6%
Net Income Margin (%)12.5%14.4%14.5%
P/E Multiple26.721.2-20.5%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2172122.2%
Cumulative Contribution0.1%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

10/31/2025 to 11/4/2026
ReturnCorrelation
HAYW0.1% 
Market (SPY)13.4%35.7%
Sector (XLI)10.2%50.3%

Fundamental Drivers

The 61.7% change in HAYW stock from 10/31/2023 to 11/4/2026 was primarily driven by a 112.8% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)1031202311042026Change
Stock Price ($)10.5016.9861.7%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)9731,18321.6%
Net Income Margin (%)6.7%14.4%112.8%
P/E Multiple34.121.2-37.9%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2132120.6%
Cumulative Contribution61.7%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

10/31/2023 to 11/4/2026
ReturnCorrelation
HAYW61.7% 
Market (SPY)89.7%45.0%
Sector (XLI)79.2%56.1%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
HAYW Return54%-64%45%12%1%10%-0%
Peers Return28%-57%26%64%-12%-1%-0%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%11%102%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
HAYW Win Rate70%17%58%58%33%45% 
Peers Win Rate58%22%53%64%47%48% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%36% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
HAYW Max Drawdown--69%-31%-22%-26%-34% 
Peers Max Drawdown-17%-61%-33%-27%-34%-42% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: PNR, POOL, SWIM.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 11/4/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventHAYWS&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-22.9%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven29.7%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven34 days79 days
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-19.2%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven23.8%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven44 days24 days
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-18.8%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven23.2%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven39 days31 days

Compare to PNR, POOL, SWIM

In The Past

Hayward's stock fell -22.9% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 29.7% gain to breakeven.

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EventHAYWS&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-22.9%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven29.7%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven34 days79 days

Compare to PNR, POOL, SWIM

In The Past

Hayward's stock fell -22.9% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 29.7% gain to breakeven.

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About Hayward (HAYW)

Hayward Holdings, Inc. (HAYW) is a global company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of a comprehensive range of pool equipment and related automation systems. The company serves both residential and commercial pool markets, providing essential infrastructure and advanced solutions to enhance pool functionality and enjoyment.

The company's extensive product portfolio includes vital pool components such as pumps, filters, and various types of cleaners, including robotic, suction, and pressure models. Hayward also offers heating solutions, water features, landscape and LED lighting, salt chlorine generators, and other sanitization equipment, alongside safety gear and advanced control systems. Additionally, Hayward manufactures industrial thermoplastic valves and process liquid control products.

Hayward primarily targets in-ground residential pools, above-ground pools, and commercial pool installations. Its products reach customers through a robust distribution network comprising specialty distributors, retailers, pool builders, and buying groups across North America, Europe, and various international markets.

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Hayward (HAYW) could be described as:

  • The Whirlpool of pool equipment.
  • The Kohler of pool systems.

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Hayward (HAYW) offers a range of products primarily for pools, along with industrial control products:

  • Pool Pumps: Equipment designed for circulating water in various pool systems.
  • Pool Filters: Devices used to clean and purify pool water by removing impurities.
  • Pool Cleaners: Includes robotic, suction, and pressure cleaners for automated pool maintenance.
  • Pool Heaters: Systems used to regulate and warm the temperature of pool water.
  • Pool and Landscape Lighting: Products such as LED lights and water features for illumination and aesthetic enhancement.
  • Pool Sanitization Systems: Technologies like salt chlorine generators and other sanitizers for maintaining water hygiene.
  • Pool Safety Equipment: Various products designed to enhance the safety of pool environments.
  • Pool Automation and Control Systems: Devices that manage and automate the operation of pool equipment and associated features.
  • Industrial Thermoplastic Valves and Process Liquid Control Products: Specialized products for controlling liquid flow and processes in industrial applications.

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Hayward Holdings, Inc. sells primarily to other companies. Based on the provided information, its major customers are the entities through which it distributes its products. These customer categories include:
  • Specialty distributors
  • Retailers
  • Pool builders
  • Buying groups
The specific names of these customer companies are not provided in the background information, and therefore their symbols cannot be listed.

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Kevin Holleran, President and Chief Executive Officer

Kevin Holleran has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Hayward Holdings, Inc. since August 2019. Before joining Hayward, he was President and Chief Executive Officer of the Industrial Segment within Textron, Inc. starting in 2017. Prior to that, he spent ten years as President and Chief Executive Officer of Textron Specialized Vehicles, where he significantly increased revenue and profitability through organic growth and acquisitions. He also held various management positions at Ingersoll Rand and Terex Corporation. Hayward transitioned to a private equity-backed company two years before his appointment.

Eifion Jones, Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Eifion Jones has served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Hayward Holdings, Inc. since April 2020. Prior to Hayward, he was the Chief Financial Officer of Cornerstone Holdings Inc. from 2011, a company that was a portfolio company of private equity firms HIG Capital and Littlejohn & Co. LLC. In this role, he was responsible for the governance, performance, and financial management of Cornerstone's U.S. and European companies, and led acquisition evaluation, diligence, and integration efforts. Before Cornerstone, Mr. Jones spent 21 years with Akzo Nobel, holding various financial and managerial leadership positions in the Americas and Europe.

Susan Canning, Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary

Susan Canning has served as Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary since June 2021.

Eric Sejourne, Senior Vice President, Chief Global Operations Officer

Eric Sejourne has served as Senior Vice President and Chief Global Operations Officer at Hayward since April 2024. Before joining Hayward, he was President of the Access & Egress Hardware Group at Assa Abloy, where he held several leadership roles, including Chief Operations Officer for the Americas division.

John Collins, Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer

John Collins has served as Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer since December 2023. Previously, he was Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer of the company starting in May 2022. Before joining Hayward, Mr. Collins was the Senior Vice President and General Manager of E-Z-GO for Textron Specialized Vehicles, Inc.

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Key Risks to Hayward Holdings (HAYW)

  1. Dependence on Market Conditions and New Pool Construction: Hayward's business is significantly impacted by overall economic and business conditions, as well as trends in new pool construction. Economic downturns and unfavorable market conditions can reduce the demand for swimming pool equipment, directly affecting the company's sales and financial performance. Furthermore, a decline in new pool construction and a stagnation in the growth of the installed base of pool equipment pose significant challenges to future revenue growth. High interest rates and tightened credit markets can also limit consumer access to financing for new pools and related products.
  2. Supply Chain Disruptions and Cost Inflation: Hayward faces operational risks stemming from potential disruptions in its global supply chain, reliance on single-source suppliers, and potential delays in production. The company's ability to maintain favorable relationships with suppliers and manage the availability and cost of raw materials is crucial. Increases in material costs and other inflationary pressures can adversely affect Hayward's financial results and profitability.
  3. Intense Competition and Need for Innovation: The company operates in highly competitive markets, facing pressure from both established players and smaller niche manufacturers. To maintain its market share and profitability, Hayward must continuously innovate and develop new products, particularly in response to evolving consumer demand for smart home technology and environmentally friendly pool solutions. Failure to successfully develop, manufacture, and achieve market adoption of new products, or to maintain product quality and reliability, could significantly hinder the company's future success.

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Addressable Markets for Hayward Holdings, Inc.

  • Pool Equipment:
    • Global: The global swimming pool equipment market was valued at approximately USD 13.81 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow to USD 19.15 billion by 2031.
    • North America: The North American swimming pool equipment market accounted for approximately USD 5.19 billion in 2023.
    • Europe: The European swimming pool equipment market size was approximately USD 4.26 billion in 2025.
  • Pool Automation Systems:
    • Global: The global swimming pool automation system market was valued at approximately USD 1.78 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 3.15 billion by 2032.
    • North America: This region holds approximately 45% of the global market share for automatic swimming pool monitoring systems.
    • Europe: This region accounts for approximately 30% of the global share for automatic swimming pool monitoring systems.
    • Automatic Pool Robots (a segment of automation):
      • North America: The market is estimated at approximately USD 650 million.
      • Europe: The market is estimated at approximately USD 500 million.
  • Industrial Thermoplastic Valves:
    • Global: The global industrial plastic valve market size was valued at approximately USD 27.45 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 38.74 billion by 2032.
  • Process Liquid Control Products: null

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Hayward Holdings, Inc. (HAYW) is expected to drive future revenue growth over the next two to three years through several key strategies:

  1. Product Innovation and Smart Pool Technology: Hayward is focused on developing and launching new, innovative products, particularly in the area of smart and connected pool technology, including its OmniX automation ecosystem. This includes energy-efficient variable speed pumps, heaters, and lighting, which are designed to appeal to both new and existing pool owners seeking advanced and sustainable solutions. The company's disciplined investments in research, development, and engineering support this growth-enhancing innovation, with analysts highlighting that a lot of the long-term growth story is tied to higher-margin products like connected automation and energy-efficient upgrades.
  2. Strategic Acquisitions and Commercial Sector Expansion: Hayward has demonstrated growth through strategic acquisitions, such as the acquisition of ChlorKing in June 2024. This integration has expanded Hayward's commercial product portfolio with saline chlorinators and UV disinfection systems, opening doors to new markets within the commercial pool sector. These acquisitions bolster its commercial presence and diversify revenue streams.
  3. Pricing Power: The company has successfully implemented price increases to offset inflationary pressures and contribute to net sales growth. In the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025, positive net price realization contributed 7% to net sales growth, and the full fiscal year 2025 saw 5% price gains. Management expects approximately 3% global net price gains in their 2026 outlook.
  4. Resilient Aftermarket Demand: A significant portion of Hayward's sales comes from the aftermarket segment, which represents approximately 85% of its sales. This resilient demand is driven by the ongoing need for repair, replacement, remodeling, and upgrading of equipment for existing pools. Hayward's aftermarket-driven model provides a durable foundation for sustained revenue growth.
  5. Organic Growth in North America and International Markets: Hayward is prioritizing organic growth across key geographical segments. The company has reported increases in net sales in North America, including strong performance in the U.S. and double-digit growth in Canada. While Europe and the Rest of the World experienced some fluctuations, the company's strategic initiatives aim for targeted organic growth in these international markets as well.

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**Share Repurchases**

  • Hayward Holdings, Inc. authorized a share repurchase program of up to $450 million in July 2025, with the authority expiring on July 28, 2028.
  • These repurchases are intended to be funded by cash on hand and cash generated from operations.
  • A modest anti-dilutive repurchase of $4 million was executed in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025.

**Outbound Investments**

  • Hayward completed 4 acquisitions, with one occurring in 2024.
  • The company's most recent acquisition was ChlorKing, an Atlanta-based provider of commercial swimming pool services, acquired in June 2024.
  • The ChlorKing acquisition contributed 1% to net sales growth in fiscal year 2025.

**Capital Expenditures**

  • Hayward's capital expenditures were approximately $40 million for fiscal year 2026.
  • The primary focus of these capital expenditures is on upgrading manufacturing facilities, automation, and modernizing operations.
  • The company prioritizes organic investment into its manufacturing and supply chain footprint.

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Peer Outperformance in Electrical Components & Equipment

HAYW has trailed 63% of its 38 Electrical Components & Equipment peers over 5Y. Among the peers that beat it are EMR, AME and AYI. Electrical Components & Equipment ranks 13th of 23 industries in Industrials by median 5Y return. The sector’s gains have largely come from elsewhere.
Share of Electrical Components & Equipment constituents that HAYW has outperformed, by holding period. Peers without a full price history over a given window are excluded from that window.
1Y
59%
of 46 industry peers · 4.9% return
3Y
43%
of 44 industry peers · 52.4% return
5Y
37%
of 38 industry peers · -30.2% return
Electrical Components & Equipment peers with revenue growth within 4pp of HAYW's that beat it on at least 2 of 3 windows, and by at least 20pp over 5Y. Growth is matched by construction, so the gap is largely a re-rating gap. The multiple column is the context for it.
Ticker Name Rev Growth 3Y Avg P/E 1Y3Y5Y 5Y Gap
HAYW Hayward 6.8% 21.2x 4.9%52.4%-30.2% —
EMR Emerson Electric 7.7% 37.0x 25.7%95.4%94.8% +125pp
AME AMETEK 8.2% 33.3x 20.4%68.2%74.4% +105pp
AYI Acuity 5.7% 19.0x -6.3%99.3%62.9% +93pp
Price returns, excluding dividends. P/E shown for context only and not used for matching.
Median price return by industry across the Industrials sector, ranked by 5Y. Electrical Components & Equipment is HAYW's own industry. Use this to see which corners of the sector have carried the returns.
Industry Names 1Y med3Y med5Y med Top 3 by 5Y
Construction & Engineering 29 -12.8%78.4%144.7% FIX 1084% · STRL 944% · AGX 620%
Marine Transportation 5 28.7%38.5%123.2% MATX 149% · KEX 123%
Construction Machinery & Heavy Transportation Equipment 13 12.2%58.9%107.9% ALSN 278% · WAB 230% · CAT 216%
Aerospace & Defense 54 -7.4%61.7%59.6% ATI 980% · FTAI 885% · HWM 598%
Industrial Machinery & Supplies & Components 71 6.3%50.5%38.7% CRS 887% · MLI 333% · SYM 274%
Trading Companies & Distributors 19 17.2%41.9%38.4% DXPE 356% · AIT 215% · URI 202%
Rail Transportation 7 37.9%59.1%33.8% CSX 57% · UNP 46% · NSC 34%
Diversified Support Services 33 21.0%37.1%28.3% CXW 235% · OPLN 162% · CACI 120%
Building Products 34 -3.2%12.5%21.7% MOD 793% · GFF 380% · TT 142%
Cargo Ground Transportation 16 33.7%17.8%7.7% XPO 276% · R 265% · ARCB 26%
Office Services & Supplies 10 29.7%26.2%3.1% TILE 170% · PBI 166% · HNI 48%
Industrial Conglomerates 17 23.0%-3.6%1.0% CSW 125% · CSL 83% · DD 74%
Electrical Components & Equipment ← 39 -5.2%68.2%-2.8% POWL 1633% · VRT 667% · BE 564%
Data Processing & Outsourced Services 6 -14.9%3.1%-12.6% EXLS 60% · BR 21% · MMS -12%
Security & Alarm Services 9 -49.8%13.7%-19.8% BCO 70%
Research & Consulting Services 13 4.9%-16.9%-20.8% HURN 224% · FCN 35% · BAH 11%
Agricultural & Farm Machinery 16 17.3%-6.1%-21.8% BLBD 184% · DE 106% · TTC 19%
Environmental & Facilities Services 29 -29.1%25.0%-25.8% GEO 210% · CLH 173% · RSG 96%
Passenger Airlines 11 10.5%55.1%-28.2% LTM 3048% · UAL 136% · DAL 126%
Air Freight & Logistics 12 -23.0%-5.0%-37.3% FDX 86% · EXPD 60% · CHRW 57%
Human Resource & Employment Services 22 21.6%-6.2%-42.7% ADP 50% · FA 22% · PAYX 13%
Passenger Ground Transportation 3 -13.2%46.3%-53.7% UBER 54% · CAR -54% · LYFT -62%
Airport Services 4 -48.6%-62.5%-86.1% JOBY -48%
Median of constituents with a full price history over each window. Top names are limited to companies above $2B market cap.

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Financials

HAYWPNRPOOLSWIMMedian
NameHayward Pentair Pool Latham  
Mkt Price16.9871.86219.268.1744.42
Mkt Cap3.611.57.91.05.7
Rev LTM1,1833,9665,4485972,575
Op Inc LTM25785357431416
FCF LTM16064744234301
FCF 3Y Avg19071846741328
CFO LTM19972450078349
CFO 3Y Avg22079152869374

Growth & Margins

HAYWPNRPOOLSWIMMedian
NameHayward Pentair Pool Latham  
Rev Chg LTM7.6%-3.9%2.9%11.9%5.2%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg6.8%-1.3%-1.1%1.3%0.1%
Rev Chg Q6.5%-4.5%3.7%12.5%5.1%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM1.4%-1.1%1.0%3.5%1.2%
Op Inc Chg LTM11.8%-4.2%-2.4%11.0%4.3%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg17.1%7.9%-9.2%136.0%12.5%
Op Mgn LTM21.8%21.5%10.5%5.3%16.0%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg20.8%20.6%11.2%5.0%15.9%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM0.5%-0.3%-0.2%0.2%-0.0%
CFO/Rev LTM16.8%18.3%9.2%13.0%14.9%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg20.3%19.5%9.9%12.7%16.1%
FCF/Rev LTM13.5%16.3%8.1%5.8%10.8%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg17.5%17.7%8.7%7.6%13.1%

Valuation

HAYWPNRPOOLSWIMMedian
NameHayward Pentair Pool Latham  
Mkt Cap3.611.57.91.05.7
P/S3.02.91.41.62.3
P/Op Inc14.013.513.730.613.8
P/EBIT13.614.813.730.314.3
P/E21.218.719.9103.820.5
P/CFO18.115.815.712.315.8
Total Yield4.7%6.8%7.4%1.0%5.8%
Dividend Yield0.0%1.5%2.4%0.0%0.7%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg6.2%5.5%5.0%5.2%5.3%
D/E0.30.10.20.30.2
Net D/E0.10.10.20.20.2

Returns

HAYWPNRPOOLSWIMMedian
NameHayward Pentair Pool Latham  
1M Rtn36.6%36.8%37.6%27.9%36.7%
3M Rtn4.8%4.6%6.8%11.9%5.8%
6M Rtn13.8%-9.2%18.2%40.6%16.0%
12M Rtn4.8%-32.0%-12.9%13.5%-4.0%
3Y Rtn52.4%20.9%-31.4%226.8%36.6%
1M Excs Rtn41.1%39.6%41.8%31.0%40.3%
3M Excs Rtn10.2%5.1%11.6%15.0%10.9%
6M Excs Rtn11.0%-12.0%15.4%37.9%13.2%
12M Excs Rtn-7.9%-42.2%-23.8%1.9%-15.9%
3Y Excs Rtn-34.0%-54.5%-108.7%188.1%-44.3%

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Residential pool1,0109529041,2301,325
Commercial pool6550393431
Flow control4750495046
Total1,1221,0529921,3141,402


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$16.98 
Market Cap ($ Bil)3.6 
First Trading Date03/12/2021 
Distance from 52W High-1.9% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$13.12$14.55
DMA Trenddowndown
Distance from DMA29.5%16.7%
 3M1YR
Volatility41.6%34.6%
Downside Capture85.43109.89
Upside Capture130.0096.38
Correlation (S&P 500)5.3%35.5%
HAYW Betas & Captures as of 10/31/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta-0.360.250.650.830.971.06
Up Beta-6.27-2.870.000.851.240.99
Down Beta-2.22-1.82-1.68-0.120.550.92
Up Capture347%196%161%121%87%140%
Bmk +ve Days12182862130427
Stock +ve Days13212857105354
Down Capture-133%60%123%112%109%105%
Bmk -ve Days10253664121325
Stock -ve Days8213566139384

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with HAYW
HAYW2.6%34.6%0.12-
Sector ETF (XLI)10.8%17.4%0.4250.2%
Equity (SPY)13.2%12.9%0.6835.9%
Gold (GLD)1.0%28.8%0.0316.9%
Commodities (DBC)35.9%21.2%1.34-33.3%
Real Estate (VNQ)14.3%14.1%0.7037.1%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-28.2%43.4%-0.6512.5%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with HAYW
HAYW-5.7%41.0%-0.03-
Sector ETF (XLI)12.1%17.6%0.5155.2%
Equity (SPY)12.5%17.2%0.5551.4%
Gold (GLD)17.3%19.1%0.739.2%
Commodities (DBC)8.0%19.6%0.294.3%
Real Estate (VNQ)1.8%18.9%-0.0148.7%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)5.5%51.5%0.2924.4%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with HAYW
HAYW-0.0%41.9%0.12-
Sector ETF (XLI)13.4%20.1%0.5851.5%
Equity (SPY)15.4%18.0%0.7348.1%
Gold (GLD)11.9%16.5%0.598.0%
Commodities (DBC)7.4%18.1%0.335.4%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.7%20.7%0.2343.7%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)61.0%66.2%1.0122.0%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date10152026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity10.4 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 930202614.9%
Average Daily Volume3.2 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest3.2 days
Basic Shares Quantity212.2 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares4.9%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 11/5/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
10/28/202613.5%26.6% 
7/29/20260.9%6.5%-3.9%
4/29/2026-5.7%-8.0%-10.7%
2/25/2026-4.3%-0.6%-11.1%
10/29/202512.0%5.6%8.0%
7/30/20253.1%4.1%8.8%
5/1/20255.2%3.2%4.7%
2/27/20252.6%1.8%-2.6%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive131312
# Negative101010
Median Positive5.8%5.6%7.6%
Median Negative-5.0%-6.1%-8.7%
Max Positive13.5%26.6%17.0%
Max Negative-18.2%-14.6%-17.3%
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
10/28/202613.5%26.6% 
7/29/20260.9%6.5%-3.9%
4/29/2026-5.7%-8.0%-10.7%
2/25/2026-4.3%-0.6%-11.1%
10/29/202512.0%5.6%8.0%
7/30/20253.1%4.1%8.8%
5/1/20255.2%3.2%4.7%
2/27/20252.6%1.8%-2.6%
10/29/20245.9%9.4%10.3%
7/30/20249.4%2.7%9.9%
5/2/20241.5%7.3%7.2%
2/29/202413.0%6.6%17.0%
10/31/2023-8.7%-7.1%1.6%
8/2/20233.3%11.3%8.2%
5/4/2023-4.0%-7.1%-8.1%
2/28/2023-3.0%-6.8%-12.6%
11/1/2022-1.0%0.2%3.2%
7/28/2022-18.2%-14.6%-17.3%
4/28/20227.2%-1.2%-1.8%
1/25/2022-5.6%4.0%-9.3%
10/27/2021-7.2%-1.2%4.9%
8/2/20215.8%-2.7%-7.5%
5/5/2021-1.6%-5.4%1.3%
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive131312
# Negative101010
Median Positive5.8%5.6%7.6%
Median Negative-5.0%-6.1%-8.7%
Max Positive13.5%26.6%17.0%
Max Negative-18.2%-14.6%-17.3%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
09/30/202610/28/202610-Q
06/30/202607/29/202610-Q
03/31/202604/29/202610-Q
12/31/202502/25/202610-K
09/30/202510/29/202510-Q
06/30/202507/30/202510-Q
03/31/202505/01/202510-Q
12/31/202402/27/202510-K
09/30/202410/29/202410-Q
06/30/202407/30/202410-Q
03/31/202405/02/202410-Q
12/31/202302/29/202410-K
09/30/202310/31/202310-Q
06/30/202308/02/202310-Q
03/31/202305/04/202310-Q
12/31/202202/28/202310-K
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Report DateFiling DateFiling
09/30/202610/28/202610-Q
06/30/202607/29/202610-Q
03/31/202604/29/202610-Q
12/31/202502/25/202610-K
09/30/202510/29/202510-Q
06/30/202507/30/202510-Q
03/31/202505/01/202510-Q
12/31/202402/27/202510-K
09/30/202410/29/202410-Q
06/30/202407/30/202410-Q
03/31/202405/02/202410-Q
12/31/202302/29/202410-K
09/30/202310/31/202310-Q
06/30/202308/02/202310-Q
03/31/202305/04/202310-Q
12/31/202202/28/202310-K
09/30/202211/02/202210-Q
06/30/202207/29/202210-Q
03/31/202204/29/202210-Q
12/31/202103/09/202210-K
09/30/202110/27/202110-Q
06/30/202108/02/202110-Q
03/31/202105/18/202110-Q
12/31/202003/15/2021424B4

Recent Forward Guidance

Updated 11/2/2026

Latest: Q3 2026 Earnings Reported 10/28/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Net Sales GrowthReported5.0%5.5%6.0% 0.5%RaisedGuidance: 5.0% for 2026
2026 Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per ShareReported0.860.870.881.8% RaisedGuidance: 0.86 for 2026
2026 Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share GrowthReported12.0%13.0%14.0% 2.0%RaisedGuidance: 11.0% for 2026


Prior: Q2 2026 Earnings Reported 7/29/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Net Sales GrowthReported 5.0%  0.0%AffirmedGuidance: 5.0% for 2026
2026 Adjusted Diluted EPSReported0.840.860.870.0% AffirmedGuidance: 0.86 for 2026
2026 Adjusted Diluted EPS GrowthReported9.0%11.0%13.0% 0.0%AffirmedGuidance: 11.0% for 2026

Q1 2026 Earnings Reported 4/29/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Net Sales GrowthReported 5.0%  1.0%RaisedGuidance: 4.0% for 2026
2026 Adjusted Diluted EPSReported0.840.860.871.8% RaisedGuidance: 0.84 for 2026
2026 Adjusted Diluted EPS GrowthReported9.0%11.0%13.0% 2.0%RaisedGuidance: 9.0% for 2026

Q4 2025 Earnings Reported 2/25/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Revenue GrowthReported 4.0%  -0.8%Lower NewActual: 4.75% for 2025
2026 Adjusted Diluted EPSReported0.820.840.86   
2026 Adjusted Diluted EPS GrowthReported6.0%9.0%12.0%   

Insider Activity

Updated 11/3/2026
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell1103202616.5550,000827,7206,642,188Form
2Canning, Susan MSVP, CLO, Corporate SecretaryDirectSell1103202616.722,50041,8002,631,912Form
3Canning, Susan MSVP, CLO, Corporate SecretaryDirectSell1102202616.002,50040,0002,558,576Form
4Canning, Susan MSVP, CLO, Corporate SecretaryDirectSell1102202615.502,00031,0002,517,370Form
5Canning, Susan MSVP, CLO, Corporate SecretaryDirectSell1019202611.703,50040,9501,923,609Form
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell1103202616.5550,000827,7206,642,188Form
2Canning, Susan MSVP, CLO, Corporate SecretaryDirectSell1103202616.722,50041,8002,631,912Form
3Canning, Susan MSVP, CLO, Corporate SecretaryDirectSell1102202616.002,50040,0002,558,576Form
4Canning, Susan MSVP, CLO, Corporate SecretaryDirectSell1102202615.502,00031,0002,517,370Form
5Canning, Susan MSVP, CLO, Corporate SecretaryDirectSell1019202611.703,50040,9501,923,609Form
6Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell1007202612.4050,000620,0454,975,663Form
7Canning, Susan MSVP, CLO, Corporate SecretaryDirectSell917202612.843,50044,9402,155,977Form
8Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell902202613.8550,000692,4259,711,039Form
9Canning, Susan MSVP, CLO, Corporate SecretaryDirectSell818202615.003,50052,5002,571,165Form
10Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell804202615.3150,000765,69010,738,557Form
11Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell701202617.28120,0002,074,04412,119,918Form
12Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell701202617.0750,000853,55011,970,766Form
13Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell602202613.7952,389722,3669,668,965Form
14Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell506202614.5752,389763,53810,220,065Form
15Canning, Susan MSVP, CLO, Corporate SecretaryDirectBuy504202612.762,24228,6061,324,856Form
16Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell402202613.4252,389703,1499,411,752Form
17Jones, EifionSenior Vice President and CFODirectSell310202614.5715,000218,5504,605,577Form
18Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell304202615.7352,389824,02111,773,711Form
19Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell204202616.0552,389840,74410,006,632Form
20Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell1209202516.1360,571976,88910,056,453Form
21Holleran, KevinPresident and CEODirectSell1104202516.7460,5711,013,71610,435,565Form
22Jones, EifionSenior Vice President and CFODirectSell1031202517.5025,000437,5005,026,542Form

Investor Activity (13F)

Updated Nov 5, 2026
13F holdings as of Mar 31, 2026 (Q1 2026)

Active managers (13F portfolio over $250M, at least 3 holdings) with a position over $5M that is either over 10% of their portfolio or held in a concentrated book of 50 or fewer total positions. Index/ETF, sovereign, bank, community-bank and charitable/donor-advised filers are excluded.

Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
MIC Capital Management UK LLP$87.9 Mil24.9%18TRIM -21.0%13F
Trigran Investments, Inc.$28.6 Mil6.8%33ADD +13.7%13F
Greenhouse Funds LLLP$85.9 Mil4.1%28ADD +7.8%13F
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation$58.1 Mil2.0%8Hold13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Trigran Investments, Inc.$28.6 Mil6.8%33ADD +13.7%13F
Greenhouse Funds LLLP$85.9 Mil4.1%28ADD +7.8%13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
MIC Capital Management UK LLP$87.9 Mil24.9%18TRIM -21.0%13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
MIC Capital Management UK LLP$87.9 Mil24.9%18TRIM -21.0%13F
Greenhouse Funds LLLP$85.9 Mil4.1%28ADD +7.8%13F
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation$58.1 Mil2.0%8Hold13F
Trigran Investments, Inc.$28.6 Mil6.8%33ADD +13.7%13F
Core Cache Last Updated: 11/4/2026