POOL Shares Fall 1.4% on $200M Volume Spike (Rank 496) as Dividend Reflects $2.89B Revenue Strength

On August 14, 2025, Pool Corporation (POOL) closed with a 1.40% decline, despite a 30.33% surge in trading volume to $200 million, ranking 496th in market activity. The stock’s performance coincided with the announcement of a $1.25 per share quarterly dividend, set to be paid on August 28 to shareholders of record by August 14. The payout, reflecting strong $2.89 billion in annual revenue and $271 million net income, underscores the company’s commitment to shareholder returns amid consistent profitability.

Historical patterns suggest minimal price adjustments on ex-dividend dates, with a 91% probability of full recovery within 15 days. This aligns with POOL’s track record of rapid rebounds post-dividend, supported by its high-yield profile and robust cash flow generation. Institutional investors, including Neuberger Berman Group and Versant Capital Management, have recently adjusted stakes, though the stock remains 98.99% owned by institutional holders. A $600 million share buyback program further signals management’s confidence in undervaluation.

Analysts have set a consensus price target of $342.14, above the current $312.85 level. Recent upgrades from Stifel Nicolaus and Oppenheimer highlight potential for growth, though mixed ratings persist. The stock’s 28.86 P/E ratio and 1.53% yield position it as a hybrid income-growth play in a market favoring stable cash flows.

A backtest of the top 500 stocks by daily trading volume from 2022 to 2025 showed a total profit of $10,720, with POOL’s rank of 496 indicating proximity to the strategy’s inclusion threshold. While not directly tied to POOL’s performance, the data suggests broader market trends may indirectly influence its trajectory.