WHRConsumer Cyclical · Furnishings, Fixtures & AppliancesThe 13 Wall Street analysts covering Whirlpool Corp. hold a median 12-month price target of $43 — +10.4% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 17 of 100 as at 2 Sept 2026 — in the weakest quartile. The Street sees upside; the factor read is a caution. That gap is the story on this page.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Whirlpool Corp. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Issuance (58): The share count has been shrinking and the company is not leaning on new borrowing.
Momentum (2): The shares have been drifting down relative to others.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on WHR, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
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The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +10.4% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 1 moved their price target up and 3 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug 2026 | Wells Fargo | Initiates | Equal-Weight | $42 |
| 5 Aug 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Underperform | $30 → $32 |
| 5 Aug 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Underperform | — |
| 23 July 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Hold | $45 → $37 |
| 23 July 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 21 July 2026 | Mizuho | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 21 July 2026 | Mizuho | Maintains | Neutral | $45 → $40 |
| 14 July 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 14 July 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | $50 → $42 |
| 13 July 2026 | BNP Paribas | Initiates | Neutral | $43 |
| 13 July 2026 | BNP Paribas | Initiates | Neutral | — |
| 22 June 2026 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Underperform | — |
| 16 June 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Underperform | — |
| 14 May 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Downgrade | Neutral | — |
| 11 May 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 11 May 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 8 May 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Underperform | — |
| 22 Apr 2026 | Citigroup | Initiates | Neutral | — |
| 20 Apr 2026 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Underperform | — |
| 20 Apr 2026 | Mizuho | Initiates | Neutral | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. WHR appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.
Over the twelve months to 3 Sept 2026, Whirlpool Corp. returned −55.9% against +21.4% for the S&P 500, dividends included.
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Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 52% of US stocks
Cheaper than 94% of US stocks
Cheaper than 83% of US stocks
Cheaper than 30% of US stocks
Higher than 18% of US stocks
Higher than 69% of US stocks
Higher than 12% of US stocks
Higher than 48% of US stocks
Higher than 50% of US stocks
Higher than 55% of US stocks
Higher than 55% of US stocks
Higher than 90% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.
Whirlpool Corp. has a market value of $2.5B and an enterprise value of $9.3B.
Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $14.9B. The latest quarter shrank 6.8% year on year.
Net income over the same four quarters: $194.0M, a 1.3% net margin.
Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $2.92.
Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: −$329.0M, after $397.0M of capital spending.
Whirlpool Corp. spent $174.0M on dividends in the twelve months to 30 June 2026.
Trailing P/E: 12.8×; forward P/E: 10.4× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.
Forward dividend yield: 9.35%, paying out 89% of earnings.
Whirlpool Corp. employs 41,000 people — $364K of revenue per employee.
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Whirlpool (WHR) reported earnings 30 days ago, and its stock has declined 15% since that report. Zacks Investment Research is examining what may come next for the company's shares following this drop.
Why it matters — WHR watchers would care because the significant post-earnings share decline signals how investors have reacted to the company's latest financial results and outlook.
Whirlpool (WHR) shares fell 7.1% in the latest trading session, closing at $37.94, a decline that outpaced the broader market. The article notes that the stock's drop was steeper than the overall market's movement.
Why it matters — WHR watchers would monitor this decline and whether it signals continued weakness for the stock relative to the broader market.
Whirlpool Corporation is celebrating 115 years of its appliances being in American homes, launching a sweepstakes inviting customers to share their memories with Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, JennAir, Amana and InSinkErator brands for a chance to win a new appliance.
Why it matters — The milestone anniversary and consumer engagement campaign highlight brand longevity and reinforce Whirlpool's presence in American households across its portfolio of appliance brands.
Whirlpool Corporation was named to Seramount's 2026 100 Best Companies list and achieved Pinnacle status on the 2026 Talent and Inclusion Index, reflecting its commitment to an inclusive, family-friendly workplace aligned with its mission of improving life at home.
Why it matters — This recognition signals to Whirlpool watchers that the company is being externally acknowledged for its workplace inclusion and talent leadership efforts.
A Seeking Alpha preview of Q2 2026 U.S. retail earnings reports that consumer resilience remains supportive of sector earnings growth, with the LSEG index expected to rise 67.0% year over year. The Broadline Retail sector is projected to lead with a 231.1% surge in earnings growth among the 185 retailers tracked.
Why it matters — As a maker of consumer durables, Whirlpool's demand outlook is tied to the broader U.S. retail and consumer spending environment described in this sector-wide earnings preview.
The 13 Wall Street analysts covering Whirlpool Corp. have a median 12-month price target of $43, with estimates ranging from $32 to $137. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 13 analysts covering Whirlpool Corp., 1 rate it a Buy, 9 a Hold and 3 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Whirlpool Corp. 17 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 2 Sept 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 2 Sept 2026, Whirlpool Corp. ranks 17 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Issuance (58 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 13 analysts implies +10.4% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Whirlpool Corp. 17 out of 100 as at 2 Sept 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Whirlpool Corp. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for WHR are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $32 to $137 over the next 12 months.
Whirlpool Corp. returned -55.9% over the 12 months to 3 Sept 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Whirlpool Corp. is a home appliance company that designs, manufactures, and markets kitchen and laundry products for households and commercial customers.
The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 2 Sept 2026): "Why Is Whirlpool (WHR) Down 15% Since Last Earnings Report?". Whirlpool (WHR) reported earnings 30 days ago, and its stock has declined 15% since that report. Zacks Investment Research is examining what may come next for the company's shares following this drop.
Whirlpool Corp. is a home appliance company that designs, manufactures, and markets kitchen and laundry products for households and commercial customers. Its portfolio includes refrigerators, freezers, washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, ovens, cooktops, microwaves, mixers, and small domestic appliances, along with related accessories, filters, and care products. Whirlpool Corp. sells through retailers, distributors, builders, and direct-to-consumer channels under brands such as Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, JennAir, Amana, Consul, Brastemp, and InSinkErator. The company operates across major segments in North America, Latin America, and Asia, with product offerings tailored to regional markets and consumer needs. Headquartered in Benton Harbor, Michigan, Whirlpool Corp. plays a significant role in the global home appliances market by supplying everyday essential products that support food storage, cooking, cleaning, and laundry care.
CEO Mr. Marc Robert Bitzer · 41,000 employees · United States · https://www.whirlpoolcorp.com
