Core Insights - Pentair reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025, with a GAAP EPS of $3.93, up 5% from 2024, and an adjusted EPS of $4.92, up 14% from the previous year [1][2] - The company anticipates continued growth in 2026, projecting GAAP EPS guidance of approximately $4.94 to $5.09, representing a 26% to 30% increase [2][3] - Pentair celebrated its 50th consecutive year of dividend increases, announcing an 8% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.27 per share [2][3] Financial Performance - Fourth quarter 2025 sales reached $1,021 million, a 5% increase year-over-year, while full year sales totaled $4.2 billion, up 2% from 2024 [1][2] - Operating income for the fourth quarter was $205 million, a 5% increase, with a return on sales (ROS) of 20.1%, remaining flat compared to the same quarter in 2024 [1][2] - Full year operating income increased by 7% to $858 million, with an ROS of 20.5%, an increase of 80 basis points from the prior year [1][2] Segment Performance - Flow sales increased by 9% in the fourth quarter and 3% for the full year, with reportable segment income up 22% in Q4 [2][3] - Water Solutions sales decreased by 10% in Q4 and 6% for the full year, with reportable segment income remaining flat [2][3] - Pool sales rose by 11% in Q4 and 9% for the full year, with reportable segment income also increasing by 11% [2][3] Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns - Full year net cash provided by operating activities was $815 million, an increase of $48 million compared to 2024, with free cash flow of $748 million, up $55 million [1][2] - The company repurchased 2.3 million shares for $225 million during 2025, with $1 billion available for future share repurchases [2][3] - Pentair's dividend increase marks a significant milestone, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders [2][3]