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Securities Fraud Investigation Into Pentair plc (PNR) Continues - Shareholders Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay Wolke and Rotter LL

, /PRNewswire/ -- Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, continues its investigation on behalf of Pentair plc ("Pentair" or the "Company") (NYSE:PNR) investors concerning the Company's possible violations of the federal securities laws.  

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What Happened? 
On July 15, 2026, Pentair released certain second quarter 2026 financial results, disclosing among other things, a significantly lowered 2026 outlook and that "the company estimates that the destocking of inventory in the Pool channel negatively impacted Pool segment sales by approximately $170 million and Pool segment income by approximately $105 million."

The Company also announced the departure of its Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.

On this news, Pentair's stock price fell $11.35, or 15%, to close at $64.33 per share on July 15, 2026, thereby injuring investors.

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Persons with non-public information regarding Pentair should consider their options to aid the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower Program. Under the program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Charles H. Linehan at 310-201-9150 or 888-773-9224 or email [email protected].

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Shareholder rights law firm Robbins LLP is investigating Pentair plc (NYSE: PNR) to determine whether certain Pentair plc officers and directors violated securities laws and breached fiduciary duties to shareholders. Pentair plc provides various water solutions in the United States, Western Europe, China, Latin America, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia, and Canada.

On April 28, 2026, Pentair projected that second-quarter sales would increase approximately 1% and that full-year sales would grow approximately 2% to 4%. During the accompanying earnings call, management acknowledged that Pool distributors could reduce purchases during the second and third quarters but stated that the Company had evaluated a wider range of Pool revenue and income scenarios and incorporated those assumptions into its updated guidance. Management further stated that it had reflected the expected second- and third-quarter sell-in pressure in its guidance.

On July 14, 2026, after the market closed, Pentair disclosed preliminary second-quarter sales of approximately $930 million, representing a decline of approximately 17% compared with its previous forecast of approximately 1% growth. Pentair attributed the results primarily to the adverse impact of Pool channel inventory and estimated that Pool inventory destocking reduced second-quarter Pool sales by approximately $170 million and Pool segment income by approximately $105 million. The Company stated that the inventory realignment with major channel partners was "more pronounced" than previously estimated.

Pentair also substantially reduced its full-year outlook. The Company now expects annual sales to decline approximately 4% to 7%, compared with its previous forecast of 2% to 4% growth, and reduced its adjusted earnings-per-share guidance to approximately $4.60 to $4.80 from approximately $5.30 to $5.40. Pentair estimated that Pool channel destocking and inventory right-sizing would reduce full-year Pool sales by approximately $250 million and Pool segment income by approximately $155 million. The Company separately announced that Chief Financial Officer Nicholas Brazis had departed on July 10, 2026, and that former Pentair CFO Bob Fishman had been appointed interim CFO.

Following the disclosure, Pentair shares declined approximately 22% in premarket trading on July 15, 2026, after closing at $75.68 on July 14, 2026.

What Now: If you lost money in your investment of Pentair plc, contact Robbins LLP for information about your rights.

All representation is on a contingency fee basis. Shareholders pay no fees or expenses.

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About Robbins LLP: A recognized leader in shareholder rights litigation, Robbins LLP has helped restore more than $1 billion in value to shareholders, secured some of the largest recoveries in shareholder derivative litigation history, and achieved governance reforms at over 400 Fortune 1000 companies. 

"Behind everything we do is the belief that companies should be governed responsibly, fiduciaries should be held accountable, and shareholders deserve transparency and fairness," said Brian J. Robbins, Founding Partner of Robbins LLP.

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NEW YORK, July 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces an investigation into Pentair plc. (NYSE: PNR) for potential securities fraud after its significant stock drop.

If you invested in Pentair, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/pentair-class-action-lawsuit

Key Details of the Pentair ($PNR) Class Action Investigation:

Investigation Overview: Securities fraud relating to destocking of inventory by channel partners in Pentair’s Pool segment amid Pentair’s CFO departure.Stock Decline: July 15, 2026 – 15% Stock DropAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights
Why is Pentair Being Investigated for Securities Fraud?

Pentair is being investigated for securities fraud following a significant stock drop. The decline in Pentair’s stock price caused significant losses to investors.

Pentair is a sustainable water solutions company comprised of three reportable segments: Flow, Water Solutions, and Pool. Pool is Pentair’s most profitable business segment.

BFA is investigating whether Pentair misled investors by making misstatements about its inventory levels by pool industry distributors. 

Why did Pentair’s Stock Drop?

On July 14, 2026, after market hours, Pentair released its 2026 Q2 financial results. Pentair announced a significant 17% year-over-year decline in sales due to the adverse impact of Pool channel inventory. Pentair estimated the destocking of inventory in the Pool channel negatively impacted Pool segment sales by approximately $170 million and Pool segment income by approximately $105 million. The same day, Pentair also announced the departure of its CFO Nick Brazis, just four months after taking the position.

This news caused the price of Pentair common stock to decline $11.35 per share, or 15%, from $75.68 per share on July 14, 2026, to $64.33 per share on July 15, 2026.

Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/pentair-class-action-lawsuit.

What Can You Do?

If you invested in Pentair, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.

All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.

Submit your information by visiting:

https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/pentair-class-action-lawsuit

Or contact:

Adam McCall
[email protected]
212.789.3619

Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP?

BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360 and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.

Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.” One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”

Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.’s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.

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SAN FRANCISCO, July 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- National shareholder rights firm Hagens Berman is investigating potential violations of U.S. securities laws by Pentair plc (NYSE: PNR) following the company’s recent announcement of a significant earnings warning, a sharp reduction in full-year guidance, and the unexpected resignation of its Chief Financial Officer. The firm encourages Pentair investors who suffered substantial losses to contact its attorneys.

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Focus of HBSS’ Pentair plc (PNR) Investigation:

On July 14, 2026, Pentair shocked investors by pre-announcing preliminary second-quarter 2026 financial results that fell substantially below consensus estimates. The company revealed that sales were expected to be approximately $930 million—a significant miss against prior forecasts of $1.14 billion.

While the company attributed the shortfall to inventory destocking in its Pool channel, Hagens Berman is investigating whether these results may have been exacerbated by undisclosed and unsustainable sales practices with its distributors – practices that may have artificially inflated the company’s revenue figures in prior reporting periods.

These concerns are compounded by the abrupt departure of CFO Nicholas Brazis, who left the company after serving in the role for only four months, raising further questions regarding the internal controls surrounding the company’s revenue recognition and sales forecasting.

Following these disclosures, Pentair slashed its full-year 2026 growth guidance, reversing its earlier projections. The news triggered an immediate and sharp decline in Pentair’s share price, resulting in a significant loss of shareholder value.

“Investors deserve transparency regarding the true health of a company’s sales channels,” said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the firm’s investigation. “We are looking into whether the company may have utilized unsustainable practices with distributors to meet short term internal targets.”

If you invested in Pentair and have substantial losses, or have knowledge that will assist the firm’s investigation, submit your losses now »

If you’d like more information and answers to other frequently asked questions about the firm’s Pentair investigation, read more »

Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding Pentair should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email [email protected].

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Key Takeaways PNR expects Q2 sales of about $930M after Pool channel destocking weighed on results.Pentair said Q2 Flow and Water Solutions performance remained broadly in line with expectations.PNR expects Q2 adjusted EPS of about $1.12 and repurchased about 2M shares for $150M. Pentair plc (PNR - Free Report) is set to release its second-quarter 2026 results on July 28, before the opening bell.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for PNR’s second-quarter sales is pegged at $1.01 billion, indicating a 9.9% decline from the year-ago reported figure.

The consensus estimate for PNR’s earnings has moved down 24.32% to $1.12 over the past 60 days. The estimate suggests a year-over-year decline of 19.4%. 

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Pentair’s Strong Earnings Surprise HistoryPNR’s earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average surprise of 3.68%. This is depicted in the following chart.

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What the Zacks Model Unveils for PNR StockOur model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for Pentair this time. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an earnings beat. However, that is not the case here, as you can see below.

Earnings ESP: Pentair has an Earnings ESP of 0.00%. You can uncover the best stocks before they are reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.

Zacks Rank: PNR currently carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell). 

You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Factors Likely to Have Shaped Pentair’s Q2 PerformanceLast week, Pentair released preliminary second-quarter 2026 results and lowered its full-year guidance, citing weaker-than-expected performance in its Pool business.  This was attributed to a sharper-than-anticipated inventory correction by major channel partners, along with softer end-market demand amid elevated interest rates and persistent inflation. 

Second-quarter sales are now expected to be approximately $930 million, representing a 17% decline year over year in contrast to the prior outlook of 1% growth. 

The company estimates that Pool channel destocking reduced the segment's sales by approximately $170 million and operating income by about $105 million. In contrast, the Flow and Water Solutions segments are expected to have performed broadly in line with previous guidance.

The company expects the Water Solutions segment’s second-quarter 2026 sales to be down in low single digits, with flat organic sales growth. The Flow segment’s sales are expected to have been up in high single digits. The Hydra-Stop acquisition is expected to have contributed approximately $10 million of sales. 

The company expects adjusted operating income to be approximately $235 million, suggesting a 21% decline from the $297 million in the year-ago quarter. This reflects the impact of the inventory corrections, somewhat offset by the recoveries of tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Pentair’s previous guidance had factored in 5-6% year-over-year growth.

Adjusted earnings per share for the second quarter are now expected to be around $1.12, which reflects a year-over-year plunge of 19%, compared with the earlier guidance of $1.47-$1.50. The second-quarter results are expected to include approximately $35 million of IEEPA refunds. 

Pentair also stated that it had repurchased approximately 2 million shares for $150 million during the April to June 2026 period.

PNR Stock Price PerformancePentair shares have declined 38.7% over the past year compared with the industry’s 10.5% decline.

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Stocks That Warrant a LookHere are some companies with the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat in their upcoming releases.

Ingram Micro Holding Corporation (INGM - Free Report) , set to release second-quarter 2026 results on July 30, has an Earnings ESP of +2.18% and a Zacks Rank of 1 at present.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Ingram Micro Holding’s second-quarter 2026 earnings is pegged at 73 cents per share, suggesting a year-over-year rise of 19.7%. Ingram Micro Holdings Industries has a trailing four-quarter average surprise of 5.74%.

Everpure, Inc. (P - Free Report) , expected to release second-quarter fiscal 2027 results next month, has an Earnings ESP of +2.27% and a Zacks Rank of 2 at present.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Everpure’s earnings for the quarter is pegged at 59 cents per share, implying year-over-year growth of 37.2%. Everpure has a trailing four-quarter average surprise of 8.1%.

ESCO Technologies (ESE - Free Report) is expected to release second-quarter 2026 results next week, has an Earnings ESP of +1.06% and a Zacks Rank of 2 at present.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ESCO Technologies’ quarterly earnings is pegged at $2.12 per share, implying a year-over-year rise of 32.50%. ESCO Technologies has a trailing four-quarter average surprise of 12.4%.

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Bank of New York Mellon Corp lessened its stake in Pentair plc (NYSE:PNR – Free Report) by 3.6% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 917,477 shares of the industrial products company’s stock after selling 33,943 shares during the quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp owned approximately 0.57% of Pentair worth $79,921,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

Other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently modified their holdings of the company. Moors & Cabot Inc. raised its holdings in shares of Pentair by 0.9% during the 3rd quarter. Moors & Cabot Inc. now owns 11,006 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $1,219,000 after acquiring an additional 100 shares in the last quarter. Annis Gardner Whiting Capital Advisors LLC grew its holdings in shares of Pentair by 71.4% in the fourth quarter. Annis Gardner Whiting Capital Advisors LLC now owns 252 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $26,000 after purchasing an additional 105 shares in the last quarter. Private Advisor Group LLC increased its position in Pentair by 1.2% in the third quarter. Private Advisor Group LLC now owns 8,888 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $984,000 after purchasing an additional 105 shares during the last quarter. Captrust Financial Advisors increased its position in Pentair by 0.3% in the second quarter. Captrust Financial Advisors now owns 38,135 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $3,915,000 after purchasing an additional 107 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Plan A Wealth LLC raised its stake in Pentair by 6.0% during the fourth quarter. Plan A Wealth LLC now owns 2,009 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $209,000 after purchasing an additional 113 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 92.37% of the company’s stock.

Key Pentair News Here are the key news stories impacting Pentair this week:

Positive Sentiment: Mizuho kept an outperform rating on Pentair but lowered its price target to $85 from $100, suggesting the firm still sees upside if the business stabilizes. Benzinga report on Mizuho price target cut Neutral Sentiment: Pentair is scheduled to report Q2 earnings soon, and Zacks said expectations are leaning toward a decline, which reinforces investor caution ahead of the release. Zacks earnings preview Negative Sentiment: Multiple law firms have launched securities-fraud investigations into Pentair after the company’s guidance cut and stock drop, increasing legal overhang and adding to investor uncertainty. Pomerantz investigation Levi & Korsinsky investigation BFA Law investigation Negative Sentiment: News reports say Pentair’s Pool business is facing inventory destocking and that the company cut its FY2026 EPS outlook by roughly 30%, both of which point to weaker growth and earnings momentum. Business Wire report on stock drop and investigation Pentair Trading Down 0.9% PNR opened at $61.55 on Wednesday. The company has a quick ratio of 1.19, a current ratio of 1.88 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.51. The stock’s fifty day moving average is $73.02 and its two-hundred day moving average is $86.96. The company has a market capitalization of $9.95 billion, a P/E ratio of 15.09, a PEG ratio of 1.32 and a beta of 1.03. Pentair plc has a 52 week low of $57.60 and a 52 week high of $113.95.

Pentair (NYSE:PNR – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, April 29th. The industrial products company reported $1.22 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.17 by $0.05. The firm had revenue of $1.04 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.03 billion. Pentair had a net margin of 15.98% and a return on equity of 21.92%. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 2.6% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the firm earned $1.11 earnings per share. Analysts forecast that Pentair plc will post 4.8 earnings per share for the current year.

Pentair Announces Dividend The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, August 7th. Shareholders of record on Friday, July 24th will be issued a $0.27 dividend. This represents a $1.08 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.8%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, July 24th. Pentair’s payout ratio is currently 26.47%.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth A number of research analysts recently commented on PNR shares. Robert W. Baird lowered their price target on shares of Pentair from $110.00 to $83.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a report on Wednesday, July 15th. Royal Bank Of Canada cut Pentair from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating and reduced their price objective for the stock from $101.00 to $74.00 in a research note on Wednesday, July 15th. Barclays lowered their price objective on Pentair from $95.00 to $92.00 and set an “equal weight” rating for the company in a research note on Wednesday, April 29th. Citigroup dropped their target price on Pentair from $112.00 to $106.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a report on Wednesday, April 29th. Finally, Stifel Nicolaus reissued a “hold” rating and set a $65.00 target price (down from $103.00) on shares of Pentair in a research report on Thursday, July 16th. Seven investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, six have given a Hold rating and three have assigned a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $91.40.

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About Pentair (Free Report)

Pentair plc (NYSE: PNR) is a global provider of water treatment and fluid management solutions. The company designs, manufactures and sells a broad range of products that move, treat, monitor and control the flow of water and other fluids across residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets. Pentair’s offerings are focused on improving water quality, conserving resources and enabling efficient fluid handling in applications from household water systems and pools to large-scale industrial and municipal installations.

Product lines include pumps and pumping systems, water filtration and purification equipment, valves and controls, heat exchangers, pool and spa systems, and a range of aftermarket parts and services.

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NEW YORK, July 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces an investigation into Pentair plc. (NYSE: PNR) for potential securities fraud after its significant stock drop.

If you invested in Pentair, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/pentair-class-action-lawsuit

Key Details of the Pentair ($PNR) Class Action Investigation:

Investigation Overview: Securities fraud relating to destocking of inventory by channel partners in Pentair’s Pool segment amid Pentair’s CFO departure.  Stock Decline: July 15, 2026 – 15% Stock DropAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights Why is Pentair Being Investigated for Securities Fraud?

Pentair is being investigated for securities fraud following a significant stock drop. The decline in Pentair’s stock price caused significant losses to investors.

Pentair is a sustainable water solutions company comprised of three reportable segments: Flow, Water Solutions, and Pool.  Pool is Pentair’s most profitable business segment.

BFA is investigating whether Pentair misled investors by making misstatements about its inventory levels by pool industry distributors. 

Why did Pentair’s Stock Drop?

On July 14, 2026, after market hours, Pentair released its 2026 Q2 financial results. Pentair announced a significant 17% year-over-year decline in sales due to the adverse impact of Pool channel inventory. Pentair estimated the destocking of inventory in the Pool channel negatively impacted Pool segment sales by approximately $170 million and Pool segment income by approximately $105 million. The same day, Pentair also announced the departure of its CFO Nick Brazis, just four months after taking the position.

This news caused the price of Pentair common stock to decline $11.35 per share, or 15%, from $75.68 per share on July 14, 2026, to $64.33 per share on July 15, 2026.

Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/pentair-class-action-lawsuit.

What Can You Do?

If you invested in Pentair, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.

All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.

Submit your information by visiting:

https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/pentair-class-action-lawsuit

Or contact:

Adam McCall
[email protected]
212.789.3619

Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP?

BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360 and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.

Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.” One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”

Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.’s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.

For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.

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LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $PNR--PNR Investors Have Opportunity to Join Pentair plc Fraud Investigation with the Schall Law Firm.

Pentair investors saw FY2026 earnings expectations reset after the Company moved from a $5.30-$5.40 adjusted EPS range to $4.60-$4.80 adjusted EPS and $3.90-$4.10 GAAP EPS. The investigation focuses on investor losses tied to the earnings-number reset. July 21, 2026 10:07 ET  | Source: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP

NEW YORK, July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pentair plc (NYSE: PNR) investors were hit on July 14-15, 2026 as shares fell after the Company cut FY2026 earnings guidance by roughly 30%, moving GAAP EPS to $3.90-$4.10 and adjusted EPS to $4.60-$4.80. Investors who held PNR through the July reset may have losses tied to that earnings-number change. Affected PNR shareholders are encouraged to submit your PNR loss information. You may also call (212) 363-7500.

Levi & Korsinsky is investigating potential securities law violations involving the earnings figures Pentair presented to investors before the July reset.

On April 28, 2026, Chief Executive Officer John L. Stauch told investors: "For the full year, we are increasing our adjusted EPS guidance midpoint to approximately $5.35, with a range of $5.30 to $5.40." The July reset put adjusted EPS at $4.60-$4.80, a midpoint of $4.70, about $0.65 below the April midpoint.

Pentair's July update also placed GAAP EPS at $3.90-$4.10 while adjusted EPS was set at $4.60-$4.80. At the midpoint, adjusted EPS was $0.70 per share higher than GAAP EPS, and PNR shares moved lower after investors received the reset.

If you lost money in Pentair shares after the July 2026 earnings reset, send your Pentair loss details or call (212) 363-7500.

Levi & Korsinsky, LLP -- Top 50 securities litigation firm (ISS, seven consecutive years). Over 70 professionals. Hundreds of millions recovered.

Frequently Asked Questions About the PNR Investigation

Q: What is the PNR securities investigation about? A: A securities investigation is pending concerning Pentair plc (NYSE: PNR) regarding potentially inaccurate or incomplete statements about FY2026 earnings expectations. Shares declined after the Company reduced FY2026 earnings guidance on July 14, 2026, causing losses for shareholders.

Q: Who is eligible to participate in the PNR investigation? A: Investors who purchased PNR stock or securities and suffered financial losses may be eligible. Eligibility is based on purchase date and documented losses -- not on whether you still hold the shares.

Q: Which statements are being investigated as potentially misleading? A: The investigation concerns whether Pentair gave investors an accurate view of FY2026 earnings expectations before the July 2026 reset to GAAP EPS of $3.90-$4.10 and adjusted EPS of $4.60-$4.80.

Q: What documents do I need to participate? A: Brokerage statements or trade confirmations showing purchase dates, share quantities, prices paid, and any subsequent sale dates and prices.

Q: What is a lead plaintiff and why does it matter? A: If the investigation proceeds to court action, a lead plaintiff is the investor the court appoints to represent affected investors. Lead plaintiffs are typically investors with the largest documented losses.

Q: What if I already sold my PNR shares -- can I still recover losses? A: Yes. Eligibility is based on when you purchased, not whether you still hold the shares. Investors who bought PNR and sold at a loss may still participate in the investigation.

Q: What if my PNR losses are small -- is it still worth contacting a lawyer? A: Yes. There is no minimum loss amount required to participate in the investigation.

Q: What does it cost me to participate? A: There is no upfront cost to participate. Securities investigations and any resulting actions are generally handled on a contingency basis. No upfront fees, no retainer

CONTACT:

Levi & Korsinsky, LLP

Joseph E. Levi, Esq.

Ed Korsinsky, Esq.

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BFA Law is investigating whether Pentair committed securities fraud relating to destocking of inventory by its channel partners in Pentair's Pool segment amid Pentair's CFO departure.  

, /PRNewswire/ -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces an investigation into Pentair plc. (NYSE: PNR) for potential securities fraud after its significant stock drop.  

If you invested in Pentair, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/pentair-class-action-lawsuit

Key Details of the Pentair ($PNR) Class Action Investigation:

Investigation Overview: Securities fraud relating to destocking of inventory by channel partners in Pentair's Pool segment amid Pentair's CFO departure.  Stock Decline: July 15, 2026 – 15% Stock Drop Action: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights Why is Pentair Being Investigated for Securities Fraud?

Pentair is being investigated for securities fraud following a significant stock drop. The decline in Pentair's stock price caused significant losses to investors.

Pentair is a sustainable water solutions company comprised of three reportable segments: Flow, Water Solutions, and Pool.  Pool is Pentair's most profitable business segment.

BFA is investigating whether Pentair misled investors by making misstatements about its inventory levels by pool industry distributors.  

Why did Pentair's Stock Drop?

On July 14, 2026, after market hours, Pentair released its 2026 Q2 financial results. Pentair announced a significant 17% year-over-year decline in sales due to the adverse impact of Pool channel inventory. Pentair estimated the destocking of inventory in the Pool channel negatively impacted Pool segment sales by approximately $170 million and Pool segment income by approximately $105 million.  The same day, Pentair also announced the departure of its CFO Nick Brazis, just four months after taking the position.

This news caused the price of Pentair common stock to decline $11.35 per share, or 15%, from $75.68 per share on July 14, 2026, to $64.33 per share on July 15, 2026.

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If you invested in Pentair, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $PNR #BFA--Pentair Stock Plummets 15% after Pool Inventory Destocking and CFO Departure Announced Triggering Securities Fraud Investigation by BFA Law.

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Litigation Partner Brandon Walker Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Pentair (PNR) To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options

If you purchased or acquired stock in Pentair and would like to discuss your legal rights, contact Bragar Eagel & Squire partners Brandon Walker or Melissa Fortunato by email at [email protected] or by telephone at (212) 355-4648.

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What’s Happening:

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Pentair plc (“Pentair” or the “Company”) (NYSE:PNR) on behalf of Pentair stockholders. Our investigation concerns whether Pentair has violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business practices. Investigation Details:

On July 15, 2026, Pentair released certain second quarter 2026 financial results, disclosing among other things, a significantly lowered 2026 outlook and that “the company estimates that the destocking of inventory in the Pool channel negatively impacted Pool segment sales by approximately $170 million and Pool segment income by approximately $105 million.”The Company also announced the departure of its Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.On this news, Pentair’s stock price fell $11.35, or 15%, to close at $64.33 per share on July 15, 2026, thereby injuring investors. Next Steps:

If you purchased or otherwise acquired Pentair shares and suffered a loss, are a long-term stockholder, have information, would like to learn more about these claims, or have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact Brandon Walker or Melissa Fortunato by email at [email protected], by telephone at (212) 355-4648, or by filling out this contact form. There is no cost or obligation to you. About Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C.:

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LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz continues its investigation of Pentair plc (“Pentair” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PNR) on behalf of investors concerning the Company’s possible violations of federal securities laws.

IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO LOST MONEY ON PENTAIR PLC (PNR), CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING A CLAIM TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS.

What Is The Investigation About?

On July 15, 2026, Pentair released certain second quarter 2026 financial results, disclosing among other things, a significantly lowered 2026 outlook and that “the company estimates that the destocking of inventory in the Pool channel negatively impacted Pool segment sales by approximately $170 million and Pool segment income by approximately $105 million.”

The Company also announced the departure of its Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.

On this news, Pentair’s stock price fell $11.35, or 15%, to close at $64.33 per share on July 15, 2026, thereby injuring investors.

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LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, continues its investigation on behalf of Pentair plc (“Pentair” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PNR) investors concerning the Company's possible violations of the federal securities laws. IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO LOST MONEY ON PENTAIR PLC (PNR), CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING CLAIMS TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS. What Happened? On July 15, 2026, Pentair released certain secon.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Pentair plc ("Pentair" or the "Company") (NYSE: PNR). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.

The investigation concerns whether Pentair and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices. 

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On July 14, 2026, Pentair issued a press release announcing its preliminary second quarter 2026 financial results and revising its full year 2026 guidance. For the second quarter, Pentair reported that "[s]ales are expected to be approximately $930 million, down 17 percent versus previous guide of up approximately 1 percent primarily due to the adverse impact of Pool channel inventory" and that "[e]arnings per diluted share from continuing operations ('EPS') are expected to be approximately $0.80 versus previous guidance of $1.39 to $1.42; Adjusted EPS is expected to be approximately $1.12 versus previous guide of $1.47 to $1.50 as the result of the adverse impact of Pool channel inventory and the positive impact of IEEPA refunds". Pentair also lowered its full year 2026 guidance, advising that "[s]ales are expected to be down approximately 4 percent to 7 percent versus previous guide of up 2 percent to 4 percent mostly attributable to destocking of inventory in the Pool channel and right sizing of channel inventory in preparation for the 2027 pool season". The press release also announced the departure of Chief Financial Officer Nicholas Brazis, "to pursue another opportunity at a private company." 

On this news, Pentair's stock price fell $11.35 per share, or 15%, to close at $64.33 per share on July 15, 2026.

Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com.

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LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, today announced that it has commenced an investigation on behalf of Pentair plc (“Pentair” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PNR) investors concerning the Company's possible violations of the federal securities laws.IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO LOST MONEY ON PENTAIR PLC (PNR), CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING CLAIMS TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS.What Happened?On July 15, 2026, Pentair.

BENSALEM, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces an investigation on behalf of Pentair plc (“Pentair” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PNR) investors concerning the Company's possible violations of federal securities laws. IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO SUFFERED A LOSS IN PENTAIR PLC (PNR), CONTACT THE LAW OFFICES OF HOWARD G. SMITH ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING CLAIMS TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS. Contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss your legal rights by email at howardsmith@.

ATLANTA, July 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Holzer & Holzer, LLC is investigating whether Pentair plc (“Pentair” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PNR) complied with federal securities laws. On July 14, 2026, Pentair announced its preliminary earnings for the second quarter of 2026 and provided revised guidance for the full year 2026, revealing that sales were “expected to be approximately $930 million, down 17 percent versus previous guide of up approximately 1 percent primarily due to the adverse impact of Pool channel inventory.” The price of the Company’s stock dropped following this news.

If you purchased Pentair stock and suffered a loss on that investment, you are encouraged to contact Corey D. Holzer, Esq. at [email protected] or Joshua Karr, Esq. at [email protected], call our toll-free number at (888) 508-6832, or visit our website at www.holzerlaw.com/case/pentair/ to discuss your legal rights.

Holzer & Holzer, LLC, an ISS top rated securities litigation law firm for 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2025, dedicates its practice to vigorous representation of shareholders and investors in litigation nationwide, including shareholder class action and derivative litigation. Since its founding in 2000, Holzer & Holzer attorneys have played critical roles in recovering hundreds of millions of dollars for shareholders victimized by fraud and other corporate misconduct. More information about the firm is available through its website, www.holzerlaw.com, and upon request from the firm. Holzer & Holzer, LLC has paid for the dissemination of this promotional communication, and Corey Holzer is the attorney responsible for its content.

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BOSTON, July 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Block & Leviton is investigating Pentair (NYSE: PNR) for potential securities law violations. Investors who have lost money in their Pentair investment should contact the firm to learn more about how they might recover those losses. For more details, visit https://blockleviton.com/cases/pnr.

What is this all about?

Block & Leviton is investigating whether Pentair plc and certain of its executives violated federal securities laws in connection with what the company told investors about the health of inventory in its Pool channel. On April 28, 2026, Pentair guided to roughly 1% second-quarter sales growth and 2–4% full-year growth, and management told investors it had evaluated a range of Pool revenue scenarios and reflected the expected sell-in pressure in that guidance. Then, after the market closed on July 14, 2026, Pentair pre-announced that preliminary second-quarter sales would be approximately $930 million — down about 17% year-over-year — and slashed its full-year outlook, attributing the shortfall to Pool channel inventory destocking that was "more pronounced" than previously estimated and that it estimated would cut full-year Pool sales by roughly $250 million. The company also disclosed that its chief financial officer had departed on July 10, 2026, just days before the warning, with the former CFO returning on an interim basis. Pentair shares fell sharply on the news.

Who is eligible?

Anyone who purchased Pentair common stock and has seen their shares fall may be eligible, whether or not they have sold their investment. Investors should contact Block & Leviton to learn more.

What is Block & Leviton doing?

Block & Leviton is investigating whether the Company committed securities law violations and may file an action to attempt to recover losses on behalf of investors who have lost money.

What should you do next?

If you've lost money on your investment, you should contact Block & Leviton to learn more via our case website, by email at [email protected], or by phone at (888) 256-2510.

Whistleblower?

If you have non-public information about Pentair, you should consider assisting in our investigation or working with our attorneys to file a report with the Securities Exchange Commission under their whistleblower program. Whistleblowers who provide original information to the SEC may receive rewards of up to 30% of any successful recovery. For more information, contact Block & Leviton at [email protected] or by phone at (888) 256-2510.

Why should you contact Block & Leviton?

Block & Leviton is widely regarded as one of the leading securities class action firms in the country. Our attorneys have recovered billions of dollars for defrauded investors and are dedicated to obtaining significant recoveries on behalf of our clients through active litigation in the federal courts across the country. Many of the nation's top institutional investors hire us to represent their interests. You can learn more about us at our website, www.blockleviton.com, call (888) 256-2510 or email [email protected] with any questions.

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Shares in Pentair plc are selling off following the departure of its CFO and the release of preliminary results which included a guidance cut. PNR stock was already down nearly 30% prior to the news. With PNR shares trading at the lowest price in years, the valuation looks attractive at first glance.

SAN DIEGO, July 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Johnson Fistel, PLLP is investigating Pentair plc (NYSE: PNR) on behalf of investors who suffered losses and whether those losses may be recoverable under federal securities laws.

If you purchased Pentair securities and suffered losses on your investment, you are encouraged to contact Johnson Fistel to learn more about the investigation. Click here to join the investigation. For more information, contact Jim Baker at [email protected] or (619) 814-4471. There is no cost or obligation to you.

On April 28, 2026, Pentair projected that second-quarter sales would increase approximately 1% and that full-year sales would grow approximately 2% to 4%. During the accompanying earnings call, management acknowledged that Pool channel partners could reduce purchases during the second and third quarters but stated that the Company had evaluated a wider range of Pool revenue and income scenarios and incorporated those assumptions into its updated guidance. Management further stated that it had reflected the expected second- and third-quarter sell-in pressure in its guidance.

On July 14, 2026, after the market closed, Pentair disclosed that preliminary second-quarter sales were expected to be approximately $930 million, representing a year-over-year decline of approximately 17%, compared with its previous forecast of approximately 1% year-over-year growth. Pentair attributed the results primarily to the adverse impact of Pool channel inventory and estimated that Pool inventory destocking reduced second-quarter Pool sales by approximately $170 million and Pool segment income by approximately $105 million. The Company stated that the inventory realignment with major channel partners was “more pronounced” than previously estimated.

Pentair also substantially reduced its full-year outlook. The Company now expects annual sales to decline approximately 4% to 7%, compared with its previous forecast of 2% to 4% growth, and reduced its adjusted earnings-per-share guidance to approximately $4.60 to $4.80 from approximately $5.30 to $5.40. Pentair estimated that Pool channel destocking and inventory right-sizing would reduce full-year Pool sales by approximately $250 million and Pool segment income by approximately $155 million. The Company separately announced that Chief Financial Officer Nicholas Brazis had departed on July 10, 2026, and that former Pentair CFO Bob Fishman had been appointed interim CFO.

Following the disclosure, Pentair shares declined approximately 22% in premarket trading on July 15, 2026, after closing at $75.68 on July 14.

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15.7.2026 16:03, PNR, PGR, PYPL, ELV, BLK

Index Dow Jones +0,37 % na 52704,91 b. S&P 500 +0,41 % na 7574,82 b. Nasdaq Composite +0,61 % na 26265,92 b.

Nejsledovanější americké indexy v úvodu středečního obchodování posilují. Výsledková sezóna pokračuje a po reportu se daří akciím správce aktiv BlackRock (+7,2 %). Naopak po výsledcích ztrácejí akcie zdravotnické společnosti Elevance Health (-8,6 %). Bez výrazných pohybů se obchodují akcie farmaceutické společnosti Johnson & Johnson (-0,1 %), investiční banky Morgan Stanley (+0,6 %) či výrobce litografických zařízení ASML (+0,2 %). Podrobnosti výsledkových reportů naleznete v jednotlivých zprávách.

V popředí růstu jsou akcie PayPal (+16 %), a to poté, co agentura Reuters informovala, že Stripe a Advent International chtějí údajně koupit tohoto zprostředkovatele plateb za více než 53 mld. USD (60,5 USD na akcii).

Nejvíce ztrácejí akcie společnosti Pentair (-12 %), která se zaměřuje na úpravu vody. Firma totiž snížila svůj celoroční výhled. Analytici poukázali na slabé výsledky divize bazénů jako na hlavní brzdu růstu a dodali, že není jasné, jak a kdy se toto podnikání v bezprostřední budoucnosti zotaví. Pentair v celém roce nově očekává očištěný zisk na akcii v rozmezí 4,60 až 4,80 USD, dříve společnost projektovala 5,30 až 5,40 USD. Trh odhadoval 5,33 USD.

Americká pojišťovna Progressive (-7,8 %), která se specializuje na pojištění vozidel, oslabuje po zveřejnění výsledků hospodaření za 2Q. Čisté předepsané pojistné vzrostlo meziročně o 5 % na 21,08 mld. USD, což je mírně pod odhady 21,29 mld. USD. Zisk na akcii dosáhl 5,67 USD.

Index S&P 500 +0,41 % na 7574,82 b. Nejsilnější sektory S&P Změna Nejslabší sektory S&P Změna Zbytná spotřeba +1,2 % Energie -0,5 % Komunikační služby +1,1 % Průmysl 0 % Reality +0,7 % Zdravotní péče +0 % Nejsilnější akcie S&P Změna Nejslabší akcie S&P Změna PayPal Holdings (PYPL) +16 % Pentair (PNR) -12 % Blackrock (BLK) +7,2 % Elevance Health (ELV) -8,6 % Ares Management Corp (ARES) +6,0 % Progressive Corp (PGR) -7,8 % Cintas Corp (CTAS) +5,8 % Corning (GLW) -6,0 % Vistra Corp (VST) +5,1 % Sandisk Corp (SNDK) -5,8 % Zdroj: Bloomberg

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Company Achieved Water Stewardship and Product Design for Sustainability Strategic Targets While Making Continued Progress Toward Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Target

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pentair plc (NYSE: PNR), a leader in helping the world sustainably move, improve and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource, today released its 2025 Sustainability Report, reporting on the Company’s efforts to build a more resilient future for its business and the planet.

In the Report, Pentair highlights its efforts toward Making Better Essential, including the achievement of its Water Stewardship and Product Design for Sustainability targets, with continued progress towards its Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction target.

“At Pentair, we believe that water is life’s most essential resource,” said John Stauch, Pentair President and CEO. “This report shares how, together with our customers, we are building a better future that is not only more resilient for our business but also for people and the planet.”

Pentair shared the following updates on its Sustainability Strategic Targets, which are guided by its purpose to create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions:

Water Stewardship Target:

In 2025, Pentair met its annual Sustainability Strategic Target focused on water stewardship by restoring 100% of water withdrawal by manufacturing sites in high-water-stress areas, representing approximately 31 million gallons of water restored to high-water-stress areas.1

Additionally, Pentair advanced its own operational efforts by reducing water withdrawal by 34.4% from the 2019 baseline in 2025 and 4.9% compared to 2024.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Target:

In 2025, Pentair achieved continued progress toward its Sustainability Strategic Target focused on GHG emissions reduction by reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 54.0% from its 2019 baseline.

Product Design for Sustainability:

In 2025, Pentair achieved the Sustainability Strategic Target, focused on sustainable product design, by assessing 100% of new products2 with its product sustainability scorecard.3

“I am so proud of our progress and achievements in 2025 which has been supported and driven by Pentair employees around the world who are living our purpose of creating a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions,” said Oriana Raabe, PhD., Vice President of Sustainability. “Our employees are at the heart of sustainability, taking actions every day that deliver for our customers, achieve progress toward our sustainability targets, and innovate for a more sustainable future.”

The 2025 Sustainability Report also highlights examples of how Pentair’s customer-focused, sustainable innovation efforts are delivering positive impacts for its customers, and for people and the planet, including:

Move Water:

23 million more people protected from flooding by Pentair pumps sold in 20254 100,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide that can be recovered annually by customers using Pentair systems5 Improve Water:

40 billion single-use plastic water bottles avoided by customers using Pentair residential water filtration systems since 2021, equating to approximately 500,000 metric tons of plastic diverted from landfills6 18,000 gallons of water may be saved over the lifespan of the Manitowoc Indigo NXT ice machine with the new operating system, equivalent to nearly 230 bathtubs of water7 Enjoy Water:

80 percent of Pentair pool pumps and lights are energy efficient8 450,000 metric tons of CO2e emissions may be avoided by US consumers through our energy-efficient pool pumps, heaters, and lights sold in 20259, equivalent to approximately 61,000 homes’ energy use for one year10 To learn more about Pentair’s strategic targets and its 2025 Sustainability Report, visit pentair.com/impact.

1 “High-water-stress areas” are defined as areas that have an Overall Water Risk score of 3 or higher in the World Resource Institute’s Aqueduct Water Risk Atlas tool. Water planned to be restored into the same or other high-water-stress areas as Pentair withdrawal.

2 Physical products only.

3 The product sustainability scorecard analyzed five impacts from a product's lifecycle - water use, energy use, GHG emissions, resource use efficiency, and material health - and incorporated an assessment of these impacts as part of new product design.

4 Population estimates are derived from the latest available census data for the cities where pumps were sold. Actual population figures may differ based on the current 2025 population and the specific installation site of each pump following purchase.

5 Based on 2025 sales of sustainable gas solutions.

6 Based on cumulative sales of Pentair’s brands meeting this definition from 2021-2025. Calculation based on a typical single-use plastic water bottle with 16.9 ounces of volume and containing 13.3 grams of polyethylene terephthalate.

7 The updated Indigo NXT IYP0620A-261 may save up to 18,000 gallons of water over its lifespan compared to previous models. These potential water savings could be equivalent to nearly 230 bathtubs (assuming each bathtub holds 80 gallons). Savings are based on water usage data from publicly available manufacturer product specification sheets. Actual water consumption may vary.

8 Based on 2025 products sold. Metric covers North American pool pumps and lights. Energy-efficient products are defined as pool pumps previously rated by ENERGY STAR® and LED lights.

9 Based on total 2025 sales of ETi High-Efficiency Pool & Spa Heaters, pool pumps previously rated by ENERGY STAR, and LED lights made by Pentair. Savings calculated based on eight months of use.

10 Emissions equivalency, calculated in March 2026, is estimated using the US Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) GHG Equivalencies Calculator as available at that time.

ABOUT PENTAIR PLC

At Pentair, we help the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions, to industrial water management and everything in between, Pentair is a core large cap value S&P 500 equity stock focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive.

Pentair had revenue in 2025 of approximately $4.2 billion, and trades under the ticker symbol PNR. With approximately 9,000 global employees serving customers in more than 150 countries, we work to help improve lives and the environment around the world. To learn more, visit www.pentair.com.

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