Leslies Inc

LESL

Leslie's, Inc., operating as Leslie's Swimming Pool Supplies, is the largest retailer of swimming pool supplies and related products. Leslie's sells a full range of supplies for pool maintenance, including chemicals, cleaning devices, equipment and parts, as well as recreational and safety products for swimming pools. Leslie's also sells supplies for hot tub/spa maintenance as well as, patio and backyard furniture and accessories. The company operates over 930 stores in 36 states throughout the U.S. According to a company representative, Leslie’s employs 3,500 people year-round and adds hundreds of seasonal employees, bringing its workforce to above 5,000 during its peak summer season. Leslie's stocks essential pool maintenance and cleaning supplies, in addition to pool accessories and pool toys, and has more than 30,000 items available through the company's other distribution channels, such as its website and special order processes. Leslie's also sells its own brand of pool supplies, which accounted for a large portion of the company's total sales in 2009.In addition to pool and spa supplies, Leslie's is one of the largest retailers of pool services and repairs in the U.S. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and has a particularly strong retail presence in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia and Texas.

Leslies Inc has been a target of short sellers for a while. The current short interest of 19.69% is significantly above the average of the last 12 months (11.29%).