Institutional ticker directory tracking stock mentions, long/short ideas, and high-conviction pitches extracted from quarterly hedge fund letters.
| Ticker | Company | Sector | Industry | Pitches | Stance |
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| Fund / Manager | Thesis Excerpt | Stance | Period / Date | Action |
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Optimist Fund Jordan McNamee | “Latham Group – Latham delivered a solid third quarter, with net sales of approximately $162 million, up ~7.6% year-over-year, outperforming a generally flat U.S. in-ground pool market and reflecting continued traction across key product lines, including pool covers, liners, and fiberglass pools. Adjusted EBITDA itself grew roughly 28.5% to about $38.3 million. Latham also narrowed and modestly raised its full-year guidance, signaling confidence in its outlook despite broader industry headwinds, with net sales now expected in the ~$540–$550 million range and adjusted EBITDA of ~$92–$98 million. Overall, the quarter demonstrated a business that continues to grow revenue, expand profitability, and execute on strategic priorities even in challenging end-market conditions. We are pleased with results. On the negative side, Latham's CEO, Scott Rajeski, announced his retirement. The incoming CEO appears credible, coming from James Hardie, a much larger organization, but we have not yet had the opportunity to engage with him and plan to do so following year-end results. Given the unexpected leadership change, we reduced the position from 6% to 3% of the fund. This was not driven by a change in our view of the business, but by our emphasis on management quality and familiarity. Until we build conviction in the new leadership, our overall conviction is lower. BSD Analysis: Latham Group is the largest designer and manufacturer of in-ground residential swimming pools in North America, with a dominant position in the high-growth fiberglass pool category. The company is benefiting from a structural shift in the industry as homeowners increasingly prefer fiberglass for its lower total cost of ownership and faster installation times compared to traditional concrete. While the pool industry is sensitive to interest rates and housing turnover, Latham's leading market share and strong dealer relationships provide a resilient competitive advantage. The company is focused on operational excellence and cost-out initiatives to protect margins during cyclical downturns while preparing for the next wave of demand. With a robust pipeline of innovative products and a focus on the massive replacement and remodel market, Latham is well-positioned for long-term growth. The stock offers a way to play the premiumization of the home and the long-term resilience of the outdoor living sector.” | BULL | Q4 2025 Dec 31, 2025 | View Pitch |
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