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Summary of Pentair (NYSE: PNR) FY Conference Call - September 11, 2025 Company Overview - Pentair is a pure-play water company focused on moving, improving, and enjoying water through three segments: flow, water solutions, and pool business [2][6] - The company has been on a transformation journey, successfully expanding return on sales and anticipating top-line growth as it approaches 2026 [2][4] Segment Performance Pool Business - Generated $1.5 billion in revenue, with 75% from the five Sunbelt states [4] - Revenue breakdown: 20% from new pool builds, 20% from remodels, and 60% from break/fix services [4][8] - Experienced five consecutive quarters of growth, but facing a decline in new pool builds due to rising interest rates, with only 57,000 new builds expected this year compared to 80,000 pre-COVID [7][8] Water Solutions Business - Comprises one-third residential (water softeners, filtration) and two-thirds commercial (filtration and ice equipment) [5] Flow Business - A $1.6 billion business, with growth driven by commercial and infrastructure sectors, particularly in fire suppression and water supply pumps [27] - Expected mid-single-digit growth, with potential expansion into data center cooling technologies [27][28] Financial Performance and Transformation - The company has driven $190 million in savings over the last two years through a transformation program focused on sourcing, operational efficiency, and cost reduction [9][10] - Targeting a return on sales (ROS) of 26% by next year, up from 17% in 2020 [23] - The 80/20 initiative aims to focus on top customers and products, resulting in a loss of 2-3% of revenue but enabling better service and growth opportunities [11][12] Pricing Strategy and Tariff Impact - The company has successfully offset tariff impacts through price increases, initially estimating a $140 million impact, later revised to $75 million [16][17] - Pricing strategy has shifted from cost-plus to value-based, allowing for more strategic price increases [39][40] Capital Allocation and M&A Strategy - Focused on debt reduction, increasing dividends (49 consecutive years), and share repurchases [32][34] - Actively looking for bolt-on acquisitions, particularly in the pool and commercial water spaces [34][37] - Emphasis on high-quality companies with strong growth profiles and return on sales [36][47] Market Outlook and Consumer Sentiment - Anticipates a recovery in residential construction as interest rates stabilize, with a lag of 6-9 months for consumer reinvestment in home improvements [50] - The company is positioned for growth as it has transformed during low revenue years, expecting to benefit from improved consumer confidence and reduced uncertainty [55] Key Takeaways - Pentair is well-positioned for growth with a focus on transformation, operational efficiency, and strategic pricing - The company is navigating challenges in the pool business due to interest rates but sees potential for recovery - Continued emphasis on M&A and capital allocation strategies to drive long-term growth and shareholder value

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the performance and valuation of Lehui International, with a current PE ratio of 130.37, which is significantly higher than the industry average of 82.52 [1][2] - As of March 31, 2025, Lehui International has 8,564 shareholders, a decrease of 629 from the previous count, with an average holding value of 352,800 yuan and an average shareholding of 27,600 shares [1] - The company specializes in the research, production, and manufacturing of liquid food equipment, with key products including brewing equipment and sterile filling equipment, recognized as national champions in their category [1] Group 2 - In the latest quarterly report for Q1 2025, Lehui International reported a revenue of 206 million yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 5.87%, while net profit increased by 160.61% to 8.94 million yuan, with a gross margin of 20.66% [1] - The company ranks 220th in the industry based on PE ratio, indicating a relatively high valuation compared to its peers [1][2] - The average PE ratio for the specialized equipment industry is 82.52, with a median of 60.21, suggesting that Lehui International's valuation is significantly above the industry norms [2]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the performance and valuation of Lehui International, which closed at 28.56 yuan with a PE ratio of 129.55 times, significantly higher than the industry average of 81.01 times [1][2] - As of March 31, 2025, Lehui International had 8,564 shareholders, a decrease of 629 from the previous period, with an average holding value of 352,800 yuan and an average shareholding of 27,600 shares [1] - The company specializes in the research, production, and manufacturing of liquid food equipment, with key products including brewing equipment and sterile filling equipment, recognized as national champions in their category [1] Group 2 - In the latest quarterly report for Q1 2025, Lehui International reported a revenue of 206 million yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 5.87%, while net profit increased by 160.61% to 8.94 million yuan, with a gross margin of 20.66% [1] - The company ranks 219th in the industry based on PE ratio, indicating a premium valuation compared to its peers [1][2] - The average PE ratio for the specialized equipment industry is 81.01 times, with a median of 60.75 times, suggesting that Lehui International is significantly overvalued relative to its industry [2]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the third quarter of fiscal 2025, consolidated sales rose 1% year over year to $940 million, with modest volume growth offset by currency translation headwinds [9][20] - Adjusted EPS was $0.99, up approximately 8% compared to the prior year [10][21] - Operating margin improved by 80 basis points over the previous year, driven by expense leverage [9][21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Mobile Solutions, total sales were $583 million, roughly flat with the prior year, with aftermarket sales increasing by 3% to $460 million [13][14] - Industrial Solutions sales rose 5% to $283 million, with IFS sales at $232 million, a 1% increase from the prior year [15][16] - Life Sciences sales grew 1% to $74 million, with double-digit growth in disk drive and food and beverage replacement parts [16][17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Mobile Solutions in China saw a 27% increase in sales, driven by growth in both first fit and aftermarket [15] - Aerospace and defense sales reached a record $52 million, largely due to robust market demand [7][16] - The impact of tariffs on net results was deemed immaterial for the quarter, with an annualized estimate of $35 million expected to be offset through supply chain and price adjustments [10][12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on long-term investments in technology opportunities and capital expenditures while maintaining a strong balance sheet [5][30] - A new COO was appointed to strengthen execution across the organization [6] - The company aims to navigate dynamic market conditions while advancing innovation and growth initiatives [35] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to deliver long-term value despite macro uncertainties [4][35] - The company anticipates fiscal 2025 to be another record year, with record sales, operating margin, and adjusted earnings [17][34] - Management acknowledged ongoing market headwinds in bioprocessing but remains committed to strategic investments [23][24] Other Important Information - The company announced an 11% increase in its quarterly dividend, marking the 30th consecutive year of annual dividend increases [32][33] - Share repurchases totaled 2.4% of outstanding shares for $192 million during the quarter, with expectations to increase the full-year repurchase to between 3-4% [33] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the gross profit margin dynamics and inflation impacts? - The decline in gross margin was primarily due to footprint optimization initiatives, with expectations to remain price-cost neutral [37][39][41] Question: What is driving the lowered CapEx outlook? - The company is prioritizing executing business operations over launching new CapEx projects due to supply chain pressures [42][44] Question: Can you provide insights on Industrial Solutions top-line trends? - The equipment side is pressured, but aftermarket growth and share gains in stationary hydraulics are offsetting challenges [49][51] Question: What is the visibility in aerospace and defense? - The company has long visibility on projects, but supply chain uncertainties make predictions challenging [62][68] Question: How does the company view the impact of tariffs on demand? - The company is managing carefully amidst uncertainties, with aftermarket and service-based businesses performing well [100][101]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles indicates that Lehui International's stock is currently trading at 23.65 yuan, with a PE ratio of 107.28, significantly higher than the industry average of 61.40 [1][2] - The total market capitalization of Lehui International is 2.855 billion yuan, ranking 222nd in the specialized equipment industry based on PE ratio [1][2] - As of the first quarter of 2025, four institutions hold a total of 36.4271 million shares of Lehui International, with a market value of 790 million yuan [1] Group 2 - Lehui International specializes in the research, production, and manufacturing of liquid food equipment, including brewing equipment and sterile filling equipment [1] - The company has been recognized as a national champion in manufacturing, with its beer brewing equipment and filtration equipment awarded national-level champion products [1] - In the latest financial report for the first quarter of 2025, Lehui International reported a revenue of 206 million yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 5.87%, while net profit increased by 160.61% to 8.9383 million yuan, with a gross margin of 20.66% [1]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the performance and valuation of Lehui International, noting its recent stock price increase and current market metrics [1] - As of May 6, Lehui International's closing price was 24.3 yuan, reflecting a 4.52% increase, with a rolling PE ratio of 110.23, marking a new low in 87 days and a total market capitalization of 2.933 billion yuan [1] - In comparison to the industry, Lehui International's PE ratio is significantly higher than the average of 59.87 and the median of 47.75, ranking it 224th in the specialized equipment sector [1][2] Group 2 - The company specializes in the research, production, and manufacturing of liquid food equipment, with key products including brewing equipment, sterile filling equipment, and other bioprocess equipment [1] - Lehui International has been recognized as a national champion in manufacturing, with its beer brewing equipment and filtration equipment awarded national-level champion product status [1] - For the first quarter of 2025, the company reported a revenue of 206 million yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 5.87%, while net profit reached 8.9383 million yuan, showing a significant year-on-year increase of 160.61%, with a sales gross margin of 20.66% [1]

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