Whirlpool (NYSE:WHR) Posts Earnings Results, Misses Expectations By $0.15 EPS

Whirlpool (NYSE:WHR) posted its earnings results on Monday. The company reported ($0.21) earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ($0.06) by ($0.15), FiscalAI reports. The firm had revenue of $3.52 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $3.55 billion. Whirlpool had a net margin of 1.17% and a return on equity of 4.48%. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was down 6.8% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the previous year, the firm posted $1.34 earnings per share. Whirlpool updated its FY 2026 guidance to 2.500-3.000 EPS.

Whirlpool Price Performance

WHR stock opened at $44.63 on Wednesday. The company has a market cap of $2.89 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.18, a PEG ratio of 33.95 and a beta of 1.16. The company has a current ratio of 0.88, a quick ratio of 0.48 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.48. The firm has a 50 day moving average of $39.30 and a 200-day moving average of $55.06. Whirlpool has a 12-month low of $35.45 and a 12-month high of $96.57.

Key Headlines Impacting Whirlpool

Here are the key news stories impacting Whirlpool this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Pricing and margins showed progress. Whirlpool said North American pricing actions were successfully implemented, supported by new product launches, while second-quarter margins improved sequentially. The company also announced additional price increases in Latin America. Whirlpool Corporation Announces Second-Quarter Results
• Positive Sentiment: Full-year guidance was maintained. Whirlpool kept its 2026 revenue and margin outlook unchanged and projected ongoing EPS of $2.50 to $3.00, although the updated range reflects a higher interest-expense outlook. Maintaining guidance may have reassured investors that management’s cost-cutting and pricing plans remain on track. Whirlpool Corporation Announces Second-Quarter Results
• Positive Sentiment: Debt-management actions improved financial flexibility. Whirlpool completed a $2 billion asset-based lending facility and issued $2 billion in secured bonds, extending debt maturities beyond 2028. Management also continues targeting more than $900 million of debt reduction in 2026.
• Neutral Sentiment: Investor expectations were very depressed. With consensus anticipating a weak quarter, the results and unchanged outlook may have been viewed as “better than feared.” Recent analyst targets have varied widely, with a reported median of $52, indicating substantial disagreement about the recovery outlook.
• Negative Sentiment: Second-quarter profitability remained weak. Whirlpool reported an ongoing loss of $0.21 per share, versus a consensus loss of $0.06, while revenue of approximately $3.52 billion fell 6.8% year over year and missed estimates. Lower volumes, inventory pressure, and higher tariff, material, and fuel costs weighed on margins. Whirlpool’s Q2 Earnings Miss on Lower Volume and Cost Pressures
• Negative Sentiment: Structural and housing-market risks persist. Analysts maintain a broadly cautious stance, including a consensus “Reduce” recommendation. Whirlpool’s increased reliance on North America leaves it exposed to weak U.S. housing and appliance demand, while factory closures and footprint changes could create near-term execution risk.

Institutional Trading of Whirlpool

Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of WHR. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC grew its holdings in Whirlpool by 129.2% during the 2nd quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 369 shares of the company’s stock valued at $37,000 after buying an additional 208 shares during the last quarter. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. lifted its position in shares of Whirlpool by 172.0% in the fourth quarter. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. now owns 389 shares of the company’s stock valued at $28,000 after acquiring an additional 246 shares in the last quarter. Garton & Associates Financial Advisors LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Whirlpool during the fourth quarter valued at $35,000. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd raised its stake in Whirlpool by 1,444.4% in the 3rd quarter. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd now owns 556 shares of the company’s stock valued at $44,000 after purchasing an additional 520 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Colonial Trust Co SC acquired a new position in shares of Whirlpool in the fourth quarter valued at approximately $72,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 90.78% of the company’s stock.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In

Several research analysts have commented on the company. Weiss Ratings lowered Whirlpool from a “hold (c-)” rating to a “sell (d)” rating in a research report on Friday, May 8th. Bank of America decreased their price objective on Whirlpool from $43.00 to $36.00 and set an “underperform” rating for the company in a report on Monday, June 22nd. Mizuho cut their target price on shares of Whirlpool from $45.00 to $40.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a report on Tuesday, July 21st. Wall Street Zen upgraded shares of Whirlpool from a “strong sell” rating to a “sell” rating in a research report on Saturday, June 27th. Finally, Stifel Nicolaus decreased their price target on shares of Whirlpool from $45.00 to $37.00 and set a “hold” rating for the company in a research note on Thursday, July 23rd. One analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating, six have issued a Hold rating and four have issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock has an average rating of “Reduce” and a consensus price target of $46.62.

Whirlpool Company Profile

Whirlpool Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of home appliances, with a product portfolio that spans major categories such as laundry, refrigeration, cooking, dishwashing and small electrics. Headquartered in Benton Harbor, Michigan, the company designs, produces and distributes its appliances through a network of wholly owned manufacturing facilities, joint ventures and third-party partners. Whirlpool serves both retail and professional markets, offering products under its flagship Whirlpool brand as well as several well-known names including Maytag, KitchenAid, JennAir, Amana, Brastemp and Consul.

In its laundry segment, Whirlpool provides top- and front-load washing machines, dryers and combination units designed to balance energy efficiency, capacity and convenience.