What Is Pool Corporation (POOL) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Pool Corporation presents a highly debated valuation profile at its current price of $210.82. The composite intrinsic value is estimated at $200.51 (-4.9% average upside), masking a wide model spread between the 5 bullish models and 5 bearish models. Model dispersion is worth noting: First Chicago targets $307.01 (+45.6%), versus EROIC at $56.87 (-73.0%). This +118.7% range highlights the importance of multi-model analysis rather than relying on any single methodology. Among models with highest confidence, EPV lean bearish — adding weight to the bearish side of the thesis.
What Do the Models Say About POOL?
11 of 13 models are currently active for POOL. Of these, 6 models suggest upside while 5 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates POOL's intrinsic value at $287.57, implying +36.4% upside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does POOL Rank in Wholesale-Misc Durable Goods?
Among 2 Wholesale-Misc Durable Goods stocks, POOL ranks #1 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 9.2/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 9.2 places POOL in the top tier.
Pool Corporation operates in a competitive landscape where fundamental quality metrics are key differentiators for long-term value creation.
Is POOL a Value Trap?
CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns POOL a score of 13/100 (SAFE). This indicates minimal risk. Fundamentals are healthy. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →
Multi-Model Methodology
11 of 13 models are active for Pool Corporation. Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →
According to the CirclFi Quality of Company (QOC) framework, Pool Corporation earns a quality score of 9.2/10. This exceptional rating reflects the company's standing across 32 fundamental signals spanning profitability, growth consistency, balance sheet strength, and capital allocation efficiency.
The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +118.7% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every POOL valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →
Across POOL's 11 active models, average confidence is 46%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.
CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →