Welcome to our dedicated page for Whirlpool news (Ticker: WHR), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Whirlpool stock.
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a home appliance company and the last-remaining major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances. The WHR news stream features updates that reflect the company’s role in the home appliance industry, its manufacturing footprint, and its capital allocation decisions.
Investors following Whirlpool news can see quarterly earnings announcements, where the company reports net sales, margins, cash flow and segment performance for Major Domestic Appliances in North America, Latin America and Asia, as well as its Small Domestic Appliances Global segment. These releases often include commentary from senior leadership on demand trends, cost actions and the impact of tariffs and competitive dynamics.
The news flow also covers dividend declarations and related board actions, disclosed through press releases and Form 8-K filings. These items outline quarterly dividend amounts on Whirlpool’s common stock and provide insight into the company’s approach to shareholder returns.
Brand-focused announcements are another key part of Whirlpool’s news. Communications tied to KitchenAid highlight new product campaigns, expanded color collections and product lines such as the KitchenAid Go cordless system and redesigned major appliances. These stories illustrate how Whirlpool uses its brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul and InSinkErator, to introduce new designs and features.
Corporate and governance developments, such as appointments to the board of directors or changes in senior leadership roles, are reported through both press releases and SEC filings. For anyone tracking WHR, this news page provides a central view of earnings updates, dividend actions, manufacturing investments, brand initiatives and governance changes over time.
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) was named to TIME's list of America's Most Iconic Companies on February 4, 2026, one of 250 U.S. firms recognized for cultural impact and resilience.
Whirlpool is the only home-appliance company on the list; its brands include Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. According to the company, roughly 80% of U.S. products are manufactured domestically, supported by 20,000 U.S. employees (including 14,000 manufacturing workers across 10 U.S. plants) and about $23 billion invested in American manufacturing, labor and logistics over the past decade.
Maytag (NYSE: WHR) is exhibiting powerful laundry and refrigeration appliances at KBIS 2026 in Orlando from February 17–19, 2026 in Booth W701. Highlights include the Pet Pro Laundry System with Oxi Cycle sanitization (removes 99.7% of odor‑causing bacteria) and 3‑ and 4‑door French door refrigerators with an XL Crisper bin.
The showcase emphasizes heavy‑duty stain removal, pet‑hair capture, XL storage capacity, and features such as EvenAir cooling, fingerprint‑resistant finishes, and Max Cool settings.
Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR) reported 2025 results and provided 2026 guidance. Full-year GAAP earnings per diluted share were $5.66 with a GAAP net earnings margin of 2.2%; ongoing EPS was $6.23 and ongoing EBIT margin 4.7%. Free cash flow fell to $78M and operating cash was $467M in 2025.
Management executed a $200M structural cost takeout, reduced its India ownership to ~40% and plans ~$400M debt paydown in 2026. 2026 guidance: net sales $15.3–15.6B, GAAP EPS ~$6.25, ongoing EPS ~$7.00, operating cash ~$850M, and free cash flow $400–500M.
Whirlpool (NYSE:WHR) will showcase portfolio-wide, industry-first and purpose-built appliance innovations at KBIS 2026 in Orlando from February 17–19, 2026. The company will present new Whirlpool refrigerators with nugget ice, UV Clean laundry sanitation and FreshFlow venting, KitchenAid ovens with Intelligent Cooking Camera and Doneness Detection, JennAir luxury cooking and wine storage solutions, and Maytag appliances including an XL crisper. Attendees can experience multi-sensorial immersive booths for Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir and Maytag at booth W701.
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) will release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results and presentation materials at 4:05 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The company will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, January 29, 2026 to discuss results with the investment community.
Dial-in details: U.S. 1 (888) 440-4038 or International 1 (646) 960-0861, Conference ID 2610251. The call will be webcast live at investors.whirlpoolcorp.com under "News & Events" > "Events & Presentations." Participants are advised to dial in at least 10 minutes early and visit the webcast page 15 minutes early to download any required streaming media software.
Key financial statistics, the earnings presentation, and an archived recording will be available on the company website for at least 30 days.
Whirlpool (NYSE:WHR) was named one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies on Jan. 21, 2026, marking the sixteenth consecutive year the company earned the distinction.
The recognition was based on peer evaluations across criteria including management, innovation, social responsibility, long-term investment value and global competitiveness, from thousands of executives, directors and analysts via Fortune's survey in partnership with Korn Ferry.
Whirlpool's CEO Marc Bitzer credited employees worldwide for the company's sustained performance and community commitment.
KitchenAid (WHR) launches Room To Host, an immersive, bookable holiday pop-up kitchen and dining experience in New York City debuting in the West Village on Nov 13, 2025.
The space showcases the new KitchenAid major appliance line in Juniper, offers complimentary dinner parties for parties up to 12, and features chef Claire Robinson and Antoni Porowski involvement. Reservations open Nov 13 at 8:00 p.m. ET for guests aged 21+ within 60 miles; visit kitchenaid.com/room-to-host. KitchenAid will also award 10 gather grants of $1,000 and give entrants a chance to win a complete appliance suite.
Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR) reported Q3 2025 results with net sales of $4.033B, a 1.0% year-over-year increase, and delivered structural cost take out equal to 100 basis points (~$50M).
Q3 GAAP net earnings were $73M (GAAP EPS $1.29) and ongoing (non-GAAP) EPS were $2.09. Free cash flow was a negative $907M and cash from operations was negative $669M. The quarter included a $14M non-cash loss from Beko Europe equity, or $0.24 per share.
Whirlpool declared a $0.90 Q4 dividend and reiterated full-year 2025 guidance of ~$15.8B net sales, GAAP EPS ~$6.00, ongoing EPS ~$7.00, cash from operations ~$600M, and free cash flow ~$200M.
Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR) promoted its KitchenAid Go® Cordless System through a marketing tie‑in with NBC's "On Brand with Jimmy Fallon" on October 27, 2025. The system, now offered in a new Porcelain White colorway, comprises multiple small appliances that share a removable, rechargeable battery—including a hand mixer, hand blender, food chopper, personal blender, vacuum, top down chopper, coffee grinder, citrus juicer and spice grinder.
KitchenAid selected Bianca Fernandez's "No Cords Attached" web‑series concept on the show to help market the cordless system. The brand is running a consumer sweepstakes through October 30, 2025 where entrants can win a Porcelain White KitchenAid Go® Cordless System; purchase information is available at KitchenAid.com.
Whirlpool (NYSE:WHR) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.90 per share. The dividend is payable on December 15, 2025 to stockholders of record at the close of business on November 21, 2025.