BENTON HARBOR, Mich., Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Whirlpool Corporation has been named to TIME's list of "America's Most Iconic Companies," earning a place among 250 U.S. companies recognized for their enduring influence on the fabric of American culture.
Whirlpool NYSE: WHR continues to struggle in 2026, with Q4 2025 results weaker than expected and guidance below expectations. However, the weakness has shares trading near the low end of a trading range, offering investors an opportunity for long-term gains.
Whirlpool is downgraded to a sell after a 14% rally, with muted free cash flow and persistent debt concerns. Tariffs have become a margin headwind, especially in North America, with Q4 EBIT margins compressing by 270 bps and free cash flow disappointing. WHR's balance sheet remains over-levered, with inventories up 15% and net debt far exceeding management's 2x EBITDA target.
Record level of new product launches in North America, supporting second half share gains Proactively managed a volatile macro environment in 2025 by executing $200 million structural cost take out, helping to mitigate the impact of tariffs FY GAAP net earnings margin of 2.2%; GAAP earnings per diluted share of $5.66 FY ongoing (non-GAAP) EBIT margin(2) of 4.7%; ongoing earnings per diluted sha...
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