POOL Current Ratio Analysis
Higher than 81% of Industrials sector peers
Updated 33h ago·SEC filings & market data
Key Takeaway
The current ratio of 2.67x means Pool Corporation has $2.67 in current assets for every $1 of current liabilities, showing it can comfortably meet short-term obligations.
Sector Performance
81th percentilePOOL
2.67x
Sector Median
1.21x
Sector Avg
3.48x
Prior Period
1.87x(Jul 2026)
Deep Analysis
The current ratio of 2.67x means Pool Corporation has $2.67 in current assets for every $1 of current liabilities, showing it can comfortably meet short-term obligations.
This sits well above the sector median of 1.18x, placing the company in the 86th percentile among industrials peers. The year-over-year change is not available, but quarter-over-quarter the metric rose 42.8%, from 1.87x to 2.67x. A high and rising current ratio implies strong liquidity and reduced near-term default risk, which can be an opportunity for conservative investors. However, this level may also suggest idle cash or underused assets, so it does not signal a growth catalyst. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: solid short-term financial health is already reflected in the stock, but it alone does not justify a positive or negative stance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Current Ratio tell investors about POOL?
Measures short-term financial health. A ratio above 1.5 is generally healthy; below 1.0 may indicate liquidity stress.
How is the Current Ratio calculated?
Current Ratio is calculated as: Current Assets / Current Liabilities.
How does POOL's Current Ratio compare to its sector?
POOL's Current Ratio of 2.67x compares to a Industrials sector median of 1.21x, placing it in the 81th percentile.
Who are POOL's closest peers by Current Ratio?
The closest Industrials peers by Current Ratio include: MMM (1.24x), BA (1.18x), AME (1.14x), AVY (1.13x), PWR (1.10x).
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The Formula
Current Assets / Current Liabilities
Why It Matters
Measures short-term financial health. A ratio above 1.5 is generally healthy; below 1.0 may indicate liquidity stress.
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2.67x
Sector Median
1.21x
Sector Avg
3.48x
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