Company Overview - Pentair plc (PNR) has a market capitalization of $18 billion and provides smart, sustainable water solutions for homes, businesses, and industries globally [1] - The company operates through three segments: Flow, Water Solutions, and Pool, focusing on advanced technologies for water treatment, reuse, and efficient management [1][2] Financial Performance - In Q2 2025, Pentair reported adjusted EPS of $1.39, exceeding consensus estimates and reflecting a 14% year-over-year increase [5] - Net sales for the quarter grew 2% year-over-year to $1.123 billion, surpassing expectations, while adjusted segment operating margin expanded by 170 basis points to 26.4% [5] - Management raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $4.75 - $4.85 and increased the 2025 sales growth outlook to 1% - 2% [5] Stock Performance - Pentair's stock has increased 10.1% year-to-date, outperforming the Dow Jones Industrials Average's 9.5% gain [4] - Over the past 52 weeks, Pentair shares have gained 15.5%, compared to the Dow Jones' 10.6% return [4] - The stock has consistently traded above its 50-day moving average since late April and above its 200-day moving average since early May [4] Market Position - Pentair is classified as a "large-cap" stock, with a portfolio that includes residential and commercial pool equipment, filtration systems, pumps, and water treatment products [2] - Compared to its rival Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW), which has seen a YTD increase of only 3.1% and a 1.9% rise over the past 52 weeks, Pentair has shown stronger performance [6] - Analysts have a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" for Pentair, with a mean price target of $115.83, indicating a potential premium of 4.8% to current levels [6]