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Hayward Holdings, Inc. 2026 Q3 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation
2026-10-28. The following slide deck was published by Hayward Holdings, Inc.
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Why Is HAYWARD HLDGS INC (HAYW) Stock Up Today?
By the Top Tier Newswire AI Desk · October 29, 2026 at 12:16 AM ET · reviewed against 16 wire stories
HAYWARD HLDGS INC (HAYW) is up +13.51% in the latest session. Our newswire has captured 16 stories on HAYW across 6 sources in the last 36 hours, with AI sentiment reading bullish (avg 63/100).
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Hayward Holdings shares surged 13.51% to close at $14.79 on Wednesday. The primary driver was the company’s third-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings report, which revealed stronger-than-expected sales growth and a raised full-year outlook.
What Happened
Hayward Holdings reported net sales of $260 million for the third quarter, representing a 6% increase year over year. Year-to-date sales rose 8%. North America net sales grew 9% to $226 million, driven by 7% price realization and 2% volume growth. The company noted that aftermarket demand accounts for 85% of North American pool sales, helping offset construction headwinds.
Management raised its full-year 2026 guidance. The company now projects net sales of $1.178 billion to $1.189 billion, up from a previous target of $1.178 billion. Adjusted earnings per share are expected to be between $0.86 and $0.88, an increase from the prior range of $0.84 to $0.87. Goldman Sachs raised its price target for the stock to $16 from $14 following the results.
What The Data Shows
The stock has gained 25.7% over the last eight trading sessions, moving from $11.77 to $14.79. The 52-week range stands at $11.24 to $17.73. On October 28, the stock printed 13 fresh 52-week highs and one fresh 52-week low. Fundamentals include a market capitalization of $2.7 billion, a P/E ratio of 18.1, and a trailing twelve-month revenue growth rate of 7.8%. The net margin is 13.8%, and the beta is 1.18.
Insider activity shows six sales totaling $2.2 million over the last 90 days, with no buys. The most recent filing was on October 19. CEO Kevin Holleran sold shares on October 5, and SVP Susan Canning sold on October 15. Congressional disclosures indicate one sale of $15,001 to $50,000 by Donald J. Trump on July 29.
What To Watch
Investors will monitor how the raised guidance plays out in the remaining months of fiscal 2026. The company’s ability to maintain price realization in North America while managing European softness will be key to meeting the new targets.
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HAYW by the numbers
Last: $14.79Session: +13.51%7 sessions: +25.66%Coverage: 16 stories / 6 sourcesAI sentiment: 63/100 (bullish)Mkt cap: $2.7BP/E: 18.152w: $11.24 to $17.73
The headlines behind the move
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Why Hayward Holdings Stock Jumped Today
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Hayward Holdings Inc (HAYW) (Q3 2026) Earnings Call Highlights: Strong North America Growth and Raised Guidance Offset European Softness
Net Sales: Up 6% to $260 million in Q3 2026; year-to-date up 8%.North America Net Sales: Up 9% to $226 million in Q3, driven by 7% price realization and 2% volu
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Hayward (HAYW) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Aftermarket demand drives 85% of North American pool sales, offsetting construction headwinds.
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Hayward Holdings (HAYW) Reports 6% Q3 Sales Growth, Boosting Full-Year Outlook
On October 28, 2026, Hayward Holdings Inc (NYSE: HAYW) announced a 6% increase in net sales for the third quarter of 2026, reaching $260 million, driven by favo
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Hayward expects 2026 net sales up 5% to 6% and adjusted EPS $0.86 to $0.88 as early buy orders run ahead
Hayward Q3 2026 earnings: sales rose 6%, EPS jumped 29%, and guidance was raised.
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