WHR

Whirlpool Corporation

Fundamental data last updated:May 15, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Consumer Cyclical

industry

Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances

Exchange

NYSE

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

07/27/2026

Business Summary

Whirlpool Corporation manufactures and markets home appliances and related products. It operates through four segments: North America; Europe, Middle East and Africa; Latin America; and Asia. The company's principal products include refrigerators, freezers, ice makers, and refrigerator water filters; laundry appliances and related laundry accessories; cooking and other small domestic appliances; and dishwasher appliances and related accessories, as well as mixers. It markets and distributes its products primarily under the Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, JennAir, Amana, Roper, Affresh, Gladiator, Swash, everydrop, Speed Queen, Hotpoint, Bauknecht, Indesit, Ignis, Privileg, Consul, Eslabon de Lujo, Brastemp, Acros, Ariston, Diqua, and Royalstar brands. The company sells its products to retailers, distributors, dealers, builders, and other manufacturers, as well as directly to consumers. Whirlpool Corporation was founded in 1911 and is headquartered in Benton Harbor, Michigan.

 


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VALUATION

P/E

15.18

Market Cap ($M USD)

$2.71B

Forward P/E

6.79

PEG

0.05

PRICE TO SALES

0.18

PRICE TO BOOK

0.66

EV / EBITDA

8.77

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

-0.37%

DCF Value

$6.35

Graham Number

$62.69

Price to FCF

-270.77

EV to FCF

-918.57

Earnings Yield

6.59%

FCF Yield

-0.37%

DIVIDEND

Yield

10.65%

Annual Payout

$4.45

Payout Ratio

158.54%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$2.75

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$6.15

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$1.68T

Return on Equity (ROE)

5.85%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

3.86%

Debt-to-Equity

2.88

Piotroski F-Score

5

Altman Z-Score

1.26

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

5.57%

Current Ratio

0.88

Quick Ratio

0.48

Net Debt to EBITDA

6.19

Interest Coverage

1.72

Gross Profit margin

14.35%

FCF PER SHARE

$-0.17

REVENUE PER SHARE

$254.66

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Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

The market seems to be mispricing Whirlpool Corporation. With a snapshot price significantly below its DCF value and Graham Number, there’s a glaring disconnect. The Forward P/E of 7.31 suggests the market expects substantial earnings growth, yet the Altman Z-score of 1.27 signals financial distress. The earnings yield of 6.12% is attractive, but the high debt-to-equity ratio raises red flags about leverage and risk. This stock is a paradox of potential growth and underlying financial fragility.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

In the realm of AI and tech resilience, Whirlpool's industry in consumer appliances positions it to leverage smart home technology. However, the traditional nature of its products may slow adaptation compared to tech-centric peers. The company must innovate to stay relevant in an increasingly connected world.

The Bull Case

For the value-driven investor, Whirlpool offers intriguing prospects. The ROIC of 5.57% and a Piotroski F-Score of 5 indicate moderate operational efficiency and financial health. Despite a negative FCF yield, the company maintains a gross profit margin of 14.35%, suggesting some pricing power. These metrics hint at potential for capital efficiency improvements, appealing to those seeking undervalued opportunities.

The Bear Case

Whirlpool's structural risks are glaring. The debt-to-equity ratio of 2.88 is alarmingly high, indicating a heavy reliance on debt financing. Its negative FCF yield and a price-to-FCF ratio of -291.67 highlight severe cash flow issues. Trading near its 52-week high, the stock appears technically overextended, raising concerns about sustainability without significant operational improvements.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Hold

Average Analyst Price Target

$47.33

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

1.20

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

168.04%

Distance to 52-Week Low

3.33%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

-230.23%

50-DAY SMA

$54.45

200-DAY SMA

$73.68

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