<div id="readability-page-1"><p>William Blair analyst Ryan Merkel has maintained their bullish  stance on <span>SWIM</span> stock, giving a Buy rating today.</p><h3>TipRanks Cyber Monday Sale</h3><ul><li> Claim 60% off TipRanks Premium  for data-backed insights and research tools you need to invest with confidence.  </li><li>  Subscribe to TipRanks' Smart Investor Picks  and see our data in action through our high-performing model portfolio - <u> now also 60% off </u></li></ul> <p>Ryan Merkel has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors that suggest a positive outlook for Latham Group. One significant reason is the appointment of Sean Gadd as the new CEO, effective January 2026. Gadd’s extensive leadership experience at James Hardie, where he served as the president of North America, is expected to bring valuable skills and insights to Latham Group.<br/>Additionally, both Latham and James Hardie are involved in material conversion, indicating that Gadd’s expertise is highly relevant and applicable to Latham’s operations. The transition in leadership, with the outgoing CEO Scott Rajeski remaining as a special advisor, is seen as a strategic move to ensure continuity and leverage Gadd’s capabilities, supporting the Buy rating.</p> <p>In another report released today, Stifel Nicolaus also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a $8.75 price target.</p></div>

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<p>Analysts Ryan Merkel from William Blair and Stifel Nicolaus maintain a Buy rating on Latham Group's stock, citing the appointment of Sean Gadd as CEO in January 2026 as a positive factor. Gadd's leadership experience at James Hardie is expected to benefit Latham. The outgoing CEO, Scott Rajeski, will remain as a special advisor. Stifel Nicolaus sets a price target of $8.75.</p>

Positive Outlook for Latham Group with New CEO Appointment