Pentair's gross margins held within a narrow 38.8% to 42.4% band across the last ten quarters, suggesting disciplined pricing despite volatile volumes, while trailing revenue growth of roughly 2.3% has been masked by a sharp -17.0% contraction in 2026Q2 and -4.5% in 2026Q3 tied to pool channel destocking.
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Revenue growth turned negative at -17.0% in 2026Q2 and -4.5% in 2026Q3 while operating margin recovered to 20.1% in 2026Q3 from 17.9% the prior quarter, suggesting operating income remains sensitive to volume swings.
Pentair focuses on smart, sustainable water solutions across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, addressing global water challenges.
The company offers a wide range of products, including pool and spa equipment, water filters, pumps, and spray nozzles, catering to various needs.
Pentair provides interconnected pool equipment like variable-speed pumps and heaters, enhancing efficiency and user experience.
Trailing total returns as of 11/8/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q4 2026Latest Oct 27, 2026 | $1.18+10.3% vs $1.07 | $976M+1.3% vs $964M |
Q3 2026 Jul 28, 2026 | $1.14+1.8% vs $1.12 | $933M-1.1% vs $943M |
Q2 2026 Apr 28, 2026 | $1.22+4.3% vs $1.17 | $1.0B+0.9% vs $1.0B |
Q1 2026 Feb 3, 2026 | $1.18+0.9% vs $1.17 | $1.0B+1.3% vs $1.0B |
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Pentair plc (PNR)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $68.12 | $11.01B | 17.84 | 2.28% | 15.44% | 16.02% | 1.46% | |
| $97.83 | $22.84B | 21.23 | 5.52% | 11.86% | 9.78% | 1.64% | |
| $27.60 | $4.55B | -53.95 | 26.2% | -1.35% | -5.8% | — | |
| $94.17 | $4.16B | 21.16 | 5.44% | 8.83% | 14.46% | 1.17% | |
| $98.44 | $4.31B | 15.63 | -3.02% | 12.05% | 16.64% | — | |
| $230.25 | $161.86B | 37.58 | 2.9% | 16.91% | 8.18% | 0.54% |
Pentair plc (PNR) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Pentair plc (PNR) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
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Pentair plc (PNR) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Pentair plc (PNR) reported $3.97B in revenue over the trailing twelve months. Revenue was $4.18B in fiscal year 2025. That is 166% more than the $1.57B of fiscal year 1996.
Pentair plc (PNR) revenue fell by 3.9% over the trailing twelve months, compared with the twelve months before.
Yes. Pentair plc (PNR) earned $612.2M in net income over the trailing twelve months (a 15.4% net margin).
Yes. Pentair plc (PNR) pays a dividend that yields 1.46% at the current price, a moderate yield.
Pentair plc (PNR) had a return on equity (ROE) of 16.0% over the trailing twelve months. That is above the market's typical 10-15%.
Pentair plc (PNR) generated $646.6M in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months.
