Record Quarter Performance
Pentair delivered a record quarter across all four metrics: sales, adjusted operating income, return on sales, and adjusted EPS. Sales increased by 2%, adjusted operating income rose by 9%, return on sales expanded by 170 basis points to 26.4%, and adjusted EPS was up 14% to $1.39.
Increased Full Year Guidance
Driven by continued confidence in their strategy, Pentair increased the full year 2025 guidance. Sales growth is expected to be approximately 1% to 2%, and adjusted EPS is projected to be approximately $4.75 to $4.85, up 11% at the midpoint versus full year 2024.
Record Free Cash Flow
Pentair generated record free cash flow of $596 million in Q2, up 14% year-over-year, and repurchased $75 million of shares.
Transformation Savings
Since the beginning of 2023, Pentair has delivered over $200 million in transformation savings, net of investments, with $44 million driven in the first half of the year.
Pool Segment Growth
Pool sales increased by 9% to $427 million, driven by price, volume, and the Q4 2024 Gulfstream acquisition. Segment income was up 14%, and return on sales increased by 160 basis points to 35.7%.