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Pentair 3Q 2026: Revenue $976.4M, EPS $0.91— 10-Q Summary

Pentair reported 3Q 2026 revenue of $976.4M, down 4.5% YoY, and net income of $145.1M, down 21.3% YoY. EPS was $0.91. Nine-month sales fell 6.6%, driven by lower Pool volume, while Flow sales rose 6.7%. The company acquired Taco on October 1, 2026.

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Published Oct 27, 2026, 8:51 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

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Why it matters

The earnings miss may lead to a near-term sell-off, but the strategic acquisition could provide upside later in the year.

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Market read

Primary earnings disclosure for a mid‑cap water solutions company; relevant for sector traders and short‑term investors.

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What to watch

Improved pricing and productivity in flow sales may mitigate the revenue decline if the pool segment recovers in 2027.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 8/10Timing: after-hours release

Background

Pentair is a global water solutions provider. The Q3 2026 filing includes a $976.4M revenue figure and a $0.91 EPS, with a noted acquisition of Taco.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

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Context

Pentair posted Q3 2026 results with revenue down 4.5% YoY and EPS falling to $0.91, marking the first public disclosure of these numbers.

Expected impact

likely downside as market prices in weaker revenue and earnings

Evidence & confidence

The decline in both revenue and EPS signals a slowdown, especially in pool sales, which could prompt investors to sell.

Market effects

Pool and water solutions segments may see broader scrutiny, affecting peers in the water infrastructure space.

North American water equipment market could experience modest pullback.

Limited to water solutions sector; no broad macro impact.

Counterpoint

The acquisition of Taco could offset margin pressure and position Pentair for longer-term growth, suggesting a potential rebound.

Key entities

  • Pentair plc

    Water solutions and pool equipment manufacturer.

  • Taco

    Hydronic and water‑driven solutions provider acquired by Pentair.

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