Pool [POOL] vs Watsco [WSO] Detailed Stock Comparison
Pool
NASDAQ
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Watsco
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Pool wins in 11 metrics, Watsco wins in 9 metrics, with 0 ties. Pool appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Pool | Watsco | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 28.59 | 31.62 | Pool |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 8.89 | 5.70 | Watsco |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 119.57 | 14.09 | Watsco |
| PEG Ratio | 8.44 | 30.40 | Pool |
| EV/EBITDA | 20.54 | 20.90 | Pool |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 7.79% | 7.08% | Pool |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 15.28% | 12.85% | Pool |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 15.28% | 12.85% | Pool |
| Return on Equity | 30.18% | 20.05% | Pool |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 10.04% | 10.14% | Watsco |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $599.71M | $743.01M | Watsco |
| Dividend Yield | 1.98% | 1.91% | Pool |
| 1-Year Return | -15.88% | -16.60% | Pool |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 2.19 | 2.26 | Pool |
| Enterprise Value | $13.02B | $16.36B | Watsco |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 2.47 | 2.18 | Watsco |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 29.99% | 29.26% | Pool |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $140 | $199 | Watsco |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $10.83 | $13.12 | Watsco |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.10 | 0.94 | Watsco |
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Pool vs Watsco Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool | -2.02% | -1.16% | -7.89% | 3.75% | 1.39% | -7.68% |
| Watsco | -3.33% | 2.61% | 0.27% | -10.48% | -13.27% | -12.54% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool | -15.88% | 0.08% | -14.51% | 308.52% | 1,380.20% | 845.51% |
| Watsco | -16.60% | 69.79% | 70.94% | 150.90% | 621.81% | 718.02% |
News Based Sentiment: Pool vs Watsco
Pool
News based Sentiment: MIXED
September was a month of mixed signals for Pool Corporation. While the company delivered a slight earnings beat and secured a promising partnership with Aiper, management maintained conservative guidance and institutional activity was divided. This creates a cautiously optimistic outlook for investors.
Watsco
News based Sentiment: MIXED
October presented a mixed bag for Watsco, with a consistent dividend policy offset by disappointing Q2 earnings and cautious analyst sentiment. While institutional investment remains strong, technical indicators suggest potential near-term headwinds, creating a complex investment picture.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Pool vs Watsco
| Metric | POOL | WSO |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $11.55B | $17.00B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 427,240 | 595,980 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 512,733 | 487,383 |
| Last Close | $301.09 | $396.34 |
| 52 Week Range | $282.22 - $395.60 | $378.35 - $571.42 |
| % from 52W High | -23.89% | -30.64% |
| All-Time High | $582.27 (Nov 15, 2021) | $571.42 (Nov 25, 2024) |
| % from All-Time High | -48.29% | -30.64% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.01% | -0.04% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.01% | 0.01% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.08% | 0.07% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.15% | 0.13% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.30% | 0.20% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 119.57 | 14.09 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $34.82 | $72.80 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $2.24 | $7.73 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $485.54M | $426.57M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $333.34M | $235.38M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.98% | 1.91% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $6.10 | $8.10 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Pool vs Watsco
| Metric | POOL | WSO |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 28.59 | 31.62 |
| Forward P/E | 25.74 | 27.94 |
| PEG Ratio | 8.44 | 30.40 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 2.19 | 2.26 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 8.89 | 5.70 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $11.55B | $17.00B |
| Enterprise Value | $13.02B | $16.36B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 2.47 | 2.18 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 20.54 | 20.90 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.10 | 0.94 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $34.82 | $72.80 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Pool vs Watsco
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | POOL | WSO |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $1.07B | $1.53B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $759.16M | $1.10B |
| Gross Profit | $312.37M | $429.62M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $77.54M | $107.04M |
| EBITDA | $89.53M | $117.82M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $66.37M | $117.61M |
| Income Tax | $12.88M | $23.07M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $53.55M | $94.54M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | POOL | WSO |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $71.64M | $431.82M |
| Total Current Assets | $2.08B | $3.04B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $1.16B | $925.14M |
| Long-Term Debt | $1.19B | $346.37M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $1.24B | $3.09B |
| Retained Earnings | $600.25M | $1.27B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $566.11M | $570.81M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | POOL | WSO |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $90.74M | $-182.08M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-13.30M | $98,000 |
| Free Cash Flow | $13.93M | $-185.19M |
| Debt Repayment | $-471.27M | $-1.57M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-56.32M | $0 |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | POOL | WSO |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 3.36M | 2.60M |
| Short Ratio | 6.69 | 6.66 |
| Short % of Float | 0.11% | 0.10% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 427,240 | 595,980 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 512,733 | 487,383 |
| Shares Outstanding | 37.69M | 40.35M |
| Float Shares | 32.65M | 32.90M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.13% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.03% | 1.04% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Pool vs Watsco
| Metric | POOL | WSO |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $6.10 | $8.10 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.98% | 1.91% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $4.90 | $9.15 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.33% | 0.70% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $14.70 | $27.45 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Aug 14, 2025 | Jan 17, 2025 |