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Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR) announced its participation in the Raymond James 46th Annual Institutional Investors Conference on March 3rd at 8:40 a.m. ET at the JW Marriott Grand Lakes in Orlando, Florida.

Roxanne Warner, Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller and Investor Relations, will present on behalf of Whirlpool. Investors and the general public are invited to view the webcast of the presentation on the events & presentations page of the Company's Investor Relations website or via a provided link.

The presentation and an archived recording will be available on the Company's website at investors.whirlpoolcorp.com for at least 30 days.

Whirlpool announced its return to the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) from February 25-27, 2025, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The company will showcase new products and interactive experiences from four of its brands: Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, and Maytag.

At booth #W1801, visitors can explore new innovations including JennAir's luxury induction cooktops and ranges, KitchenAid's new appliance colors and smart features, Whirlpool's Gallery of Care featuring smart home solutions, and Maytag's performance-focused appliances including the Pet Pro Front Load Laundry System. The event will feature live cooking demonstrations, exclusive design tours, and interactive experiences highlighting the company's latest technological advancements in home appliances.

Whirlpool (WHR) has appointed John Morikis, former chairman and CEO of Sherwin-Williams, to its board of directors. Morikis, 61, will serve on the corporate governance and nominating committee and the human resources committee. Marc Bitzer, chairman and CEO of Whirlpool, highlighted Morikis's expertise in establishing resilient supply chains and insight into the U.S. home builder market as valuable assets for navigating the global marketplace.

Morikis's career at Sherwin-Williams spanned from 1984 to 2025, where he rose from management trainee to president and CEO in 2016, and chairman in 2017. He will continue serving on Sherwin-Williams' board until April and maintains director positions at General Mills and University Hospitals.

Whirlpool has announced its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.75 per share on the company's common stock. The dividend will be paid on March 15, 2025, to stockholders who are recorded in the company's books at the close of business on February 28, 2025.

JennAir is set to showcase its latest luxury kitchen innovations at KBIS 2025, featuring three distinct sections within the Whirlpool booth. The exhibition includes the Perceptual Paradise, highlighting the new 36" Downdraft Induction Cooktop with 5x faster extraction capabilities, the Gallery of Leather Cuts featuring the new JennAir Columns with SlimTech™ Insulation technology, and the Defiant Lounge showcasing the Professional-Style Induction Range.

The brand announces a collaboration with NKBA Vice Chair Kerrie Kelly and Nature Squared, introducing 10 new column refrigerator panels. The showcase will feature live cooking demonstrations by Andy Baraghani and Chef Ann Nolan, plus exclusive happy hours hosted by Kelly on February 25-26.

KitchenAid, a Whirlpool brand, has announced Butter as its 2025 Color of the Year. This soft, energizing butter yellow with a creamy satin finish represents the seventh installment of KitchenAid's Color of the Year Program. The color choice is backed by consumer research showing that over half of consumers associate buttery yellow with comforting homemade meals.

The new color will be available on the Artisan® Series 5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, priced at $499.99. According to Chad Ries, Global Brand Marketing Director at KitchenAid Small Appliances, the color selection aims to evoke nostalgic feelings of cooking with loved ones. The development process focused on creating a warm, modern shade that promotes feelings of warmth and joy in the home.

KitchenAid, a Whirlpool brand, is set to showcase its latest innovations at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) 2025. The brand will introduce a new appliance collection featuring two distinctive colors: Juniper (dark green with blue and metallic flake) and Black Ore (deep metallic black with graphite undertones).

The display will feature interchangeable handles and knobs in bronze, brass, and stainless steel finishes. Key products include a 30-inch Smart Slide-in Gas Range with various features, a 24 Cu. Ft. Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator, and a Third Rack Dishwasher. Designer Noz Nozawa will partner with KitchenAid to showcase these innovations through exclusive 30-minute walking tours at the Whirlpool booth (#W1801).

Whirlpool (WHR) reported Q4 2024 results with net sales declining 18.7% due to Europe divestiture, while organic net sales grew 1.9%. The company delivered $300 million in cost reductions for 2024. Q4 showed a GAAP net loss of $(7.10) per share, impacted by Maytag brand impairment, while ongoing earnings were $4.57 per share.

For 2025, Whirlpool projects GAAP earnings of $8.75 per share and ongoing earnings of $10.00 per share. The company plans to reduce its stake in Whirlpool India to ~20% and expects to pay down approximately $700 million in debt. The outlook includes operating cash flow of $1 billion and free cash flow of $500-600 million.

Regional performance varied, with North America seeing a 1.4% sales decline, Latin America showing strong demand in Brazil and Mexico, Asia experiencing 8.8% sales growth, and Small Domestic Appliances growing 6.4% through direct-to-consumer sales.

Whirlpool will showcase its latest innovations at the 2025 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), focusing on solutions for real-life family challenges. The company's booth (#W1801) will feature interactive exhibits including the 'Hallway of Mishaps' and 'Gallery of Care', demonstrating how everyday challenges inspire their appliance design.

Key product launches include: the Smart Front Load Washer with FreshFlow™ Vent System featuring antimicrobial protection, a Smart Front Load Gas Dryer with Steam Capabilities and AI sensors, a 30-inch Smart Electric Range with Air Cooking Technology and WipeClean™ coating, and a 36-inch Wide Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator with optimized storage spaces.