WHR

Based on Whirlpool Corporation's historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

What does Whirlpool do?

Whirlpool Corporation manufactures and markets major home appliances, including refrigerators, laundry machines, dishwashers, and cooking appliances. It sells products under brands such as Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, JennAir, and Amana through retailers, distributors, and direct channels across four global segments.

Does WHR pay dividends?

Yes, Whirlpool pays a regular dividend. Income investors should note that the company's Weak Quality and Risk pillar ratings suggest the dividend's sustainability deserves scrutiny. Pro members can access the full financial detail behind these ratings.

When does WHR report earnings?

Whirlpool reports earnings quarterly, in line with standard US-listed company practice. For exact upcoming dates and the most recent results, check Whirlpool's official investor relations page.

Is WHR a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates WHR as Below Average overall. The Valuation pillar is Attractive, but Quality, Moat, Growth, and Risk are all rated Weak. Whether that valuation discount compensates for the fundamental challenges depends on an investor's risk tolerance and time horizon.

Is WHR overvalued?

Based on the UQS Valuation pillar, WHR is rated Attractive — meaning the current price appears to reflect, or even discount, the company's challenged fundamentals. This does not imply the stock will rise, but it suggests the market has already priced in significant difficulty.

How does WHR compare to its competitors?

Whirlpool's scale and multi-brand portfolio differentiate it from more specialized peers like Alliance Laundry, which focuses on commercial laundry, and Patrick Industries, which serves manufactured housing. However, WHR's Weak Moat rating suggests its competitive advantages are limited even within its core markets.

What is WHR's market cap bracket?

Whirlpool is classified as a mid-cap company. While it is one of the largest appliance brands by name recognition, its current market capitalization places it in the mid-cap range rather than among the largest consumer goods companies.

Who founded Whirlpool?

Whirlpool Corporation traces its origins to 1911, when Lou Upton and Emory Upton established what would eventually become Whirlpool. The company is headquartered in Benton Harbor, Michigan, where it has operated for over a century.

Is WHR a long-term quality investment?

As a long-term quality indicator, WHR's UQS profile raises concerns. Weak ratings across Quality, Moat, Growth, and Risk suggest the business lacks the durable competitive advantages and financial strength typically associated with high-quality long-term holdings. The Attractive Valuation may offer a margin of safety, but does not offset the broader profile.

What is the main competitive advantage of Whirlpool?

Whirlpool's primary advantages are its brand portfolio depth and global manufacturing scale. Brands like KitchenAid and Maytag carry meaningful consumer recognition. However, the UQS Moat pillar rates these advantages as Weak, reflecting intense competition and limited pricing power in the appliance category.

What sector does WHR belong to?

Whirlpool is classified in the Consumer Cyclical sector. This means its business is sensitive to consumer spending cycles, housing market activity, and broader economic conditions — all of which influence appliance purchase decisions.

Is WHR a growth stock or value stock?

Based on UQS pillar ratings, WHR does not fit the growth stock profile — the Growth pillar is rated Weak. The Attractive Valuation rating gives it some characteristics of a value play, though investors should weigh that against the weak fundamental pillars before drawing conclusions.

Whirlpool Corporation currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.

Whirlpool Corporation faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.

Whirlpool Corporation presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.

Whirlpool Corporation appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.

Whirlpool Corporation operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for WHR.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Whirlpool Corporation is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Whirlpool Corporation's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Whirlpool Corporation is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

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