Whirlpool Stock Price, News & Analysis

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) has appointed Judith K. Buckner, president of Reynolds Cooking & Baking, to its board of directors, effective immediately. Buckner will serve on the corporate governance and nominating committee and the human resources committee. With extensive experience in the kitchen category, Buckner has held various leadership positions at Reynolds Consumer Products since 2000, including president of Presto Products, SVP of business transformation, and VP of operations and engineering. Whirlpool, the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales in 2024, with 90% from the Americas. The company employs 44,000 people and operates 40 manufacturing and technology research centers globally.

KitchenAid, a Whirlpool brand, has launched its new Pure Power Blender featuring precision speed control and innovative design elements. The blender showcases a 360 asymmetrical blade design, heat release vent, and fitted vented lid for handling both hot and cold ingredients. Priced at $129.99, it includes three preset functions: Ice Crush, Smoothie Cycle, and Clean Cycle. The product has earned the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2025 for its outstanding design. Key features include a precision speed control knob with variable settings from 1-10, powerful ice-crushing capabilities, and versatile texture control for various recipes. The Black Matte model is currently available on KitchenAid.com, with additional colors launching in July.

JennAir (WHR) unveiled a new lineup of luxury appliances at KBIS 2025, showcasing premium innovations across multiple categories. The highlight includes a partnership with Nature Squared offering custom panels made from reclaimed egg and seashells for refrigeration units, starting at $12,000. The company introduced its first-ever Wine Columns featuring Obsidian black interiors and premium preservation features, priced from $7,499.

The launch includes new induction professional-style ranges in RISE™ and NOIR™ designs ($8,099-$15,299), featuring Flex-Choice™ Zones and Assisted Cooking modes. JennAir also introduced SlimTech™ Insulation technology in column refrigerators ($8,599) and enhanced wall ovens with MultiMode® True Convection and smart features ($3,049-$7,099).

Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR) has launched the Spin&Load Rack, an innovative 360° spinning lower-level dishwasher rack designed to enhance kitchen accessibility. Created in collaboration with the United Spinal Association, this $149.99 accessory fits all 24" Whirlpool Corporation dishwashers manufactured after 2018, including Amana, JennAir, KitchenAid, and Maytag brands.

The rack features an easy-to-use spinning design that allows complete access to all areas without requiring users to reach or reposition themselves. The development process involved Whirlpool's AVID employee resource group, consumer research with United Spinal Association members, and usability studies with Corewell Health. Tony Award-winning actress Ali Stroker, the first wheelchair user on Broadway, will support marketing efforts for the product, which will be available in June 2025.

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) has announced its participation in the J.P. Morgan 18th Annual Homebuilding & Building Products Conference on May 20th at 2:00 p.m. ET in New York City. Jim Peters, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial and Administrative Officer, will represent the company in a fireside chat.

The presentation will be accessible via webcast on Whirlpool's Investor Relations website, with the recording remaining available for at least 30 days after the event on investors.whirlpoolcorp.com.

Whirlpool Foundation and The Washing Machine Project have secured the gold award for Best Employee Engagement Initiative at the 2025 Engage for Good Halo Awards. The winning program addressed the global washing divide through innovative "Washout" events and manual washing machine assembly initiatives.

Key achievements include:

• Over 300 employees assembled 375 manual washing machines
• Machines distributed to communities in India, Mexico, Republic of Congo and Ghana
• Program highlights that 60% of world's population washes clothes by hand
• Initiative focuses on reducing unpaid labor burden on women and girls

The partnership, formally announced in April 2024, combines employee volunteerism with social impact. The Halo Awards, in their 23rd year, represent the highest recognition for corporate-nonprofit partnerships, with other nominees including Mercedes-Benz USA, Edward Jones, and Rare Beauty.

Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR) reported Q1 2025 financial results showing margin expansion despite challenging market conditions. The company achieved a 2.2% organic net sales growth driven by strong performance in SDA Global and MDA Asia businesses, despite a 19.4% decline in total net sales due to Europe divestiture.

Key highlights include:

• GAAP net earnings margin of 2.0% (up 780 basis points)
• Ongoing EBIT margin of 5.9% (up 160 basis points)
• GAAP earnings per share of $1.28
• Ongoing earnings per share of $1.70

The company maintained its 2025 outlook with expected full-year GAAP earnings per share of $8.75 and ongoing earnings per share of $10.00. Whirlpool declared a $1.75 dividend per share in both Q1 and Q2, and projects operating cash flow of approximately $1 billion with free cash flow between $500-600 million.

Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR) has scheduled its first-quarter 2025 financial results announcement for April 23, 2025, at 4:05 p.m. ET. The company will host a conference call with the investment community the following day, April 24, 2025, at 8 a.m. ET.

Investors can participate in the conference call by dialing 1 (888) 440-4038 (US) or 1 (646) 960-0861 (International) using Conference ID 2610251. Participants are advised to dial in 10 minutes before the call.

A live webcast will be available on investors.whirlpoolcorp.com under the News & Events section. The earnings presentation and key financial statistics will be accessible on the company's website for at least 30 days following the call.

Whirlpool (WHR) has announced its latest quarterly dividend declaration. The company's board of directors has approved a dividend payment of $1.75 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be distributed on June 15, 2025, to shareholders who are recorded as stockholders at the close of business on May 16, 2025.