$WHR

RBC downgraded Mohawk Industries (MHK), Builders FirstSource (BLDR), and Owens Corning (OC) due to expected headwinds in 2027. The firm lowered price targets and earnings estimates, citing higher rates, inflation, and weak housing starts. RBC prefers distributors over manufacturers and sees potential risks in the fourth quarter and 2027 for these stocks.

Whirlpool (WHR) cut its Q2 dividend, while Icahn Enterprises (IEP) saw NAV drop $765M and cash fall 68%. Newell (NWL) beat Q2 earnings due to one-time refunds. Pitney Bowes (PBI) has negative equity but solid cash flow. All companies rely on asset sales to sustain dividends, raising sustainability concerns.

Whirlpool (WHR) reported Q2 net sales down 6.8% YoY, missing revenue and EPS estimates, and a loss per share. Management maintained full-year guidance and highlighted debt refinancing. The company is focusing on premium product launches under KitchenAid to offset margin pressures, particularly in Latin America. Analysts' revenue and earnings forecasts for 2029 are $16.3B and $277.9M, respectively, with varying opinions on the company's future performance.

Whirlpool (WHR) reported Q2 net sales of $3.52B, down 6.8% YoY, and a loss of $0.21 per share, contrasting with a profit a year earlier. The company held its full-year outlook steady, citing pricing actions and balance sheet improvements, including a $2B lending facility and bond issuance. Management highlighted sequential growth in North America and announced new price hikes in Latin America. However, margins declined due to tariffs, inflation, and marketing investments. The stock trades at a f

Whirlpool (WHR) suspended its dividend but screens still show a 6.87% yield. Molson Coors (TAP) guided EPS down 15% while raising its payout. Harley-Davidson (HOG) saw financial services revenue drop 55% after asset sales. All three companies face cash flow and leverage challenges.

Whirlpool (WHR) shares fell 7.8% to $37.635 amid $7.1B debt and housing market pressures. Q2 sales dropped 6.8% to $3.52B, with EBIT margin decreasing to 1.8%. The company faces high borrowing costs and uncertain free cash flow.

Powell reported $311.7M revenue, up 8.9% YoY, missing estimates. Stock down 11.1%. Acuity Brands reported $1.2B revenue, up 1.6%, beating estimates. Stock up 18.5%. Whirlpool reported $3.52B revenue, down 6.8%, missing EPS but beating guidance. Stock up 1.4%.

Canada will impose 15-50% counter-tariffs on $27.6B of U.S. imports, including iron, steel, and aluminum products, starting Sept. 8. Affected items include appliances from Whirlpool, which has already raised prices due to industry challenges.

Kraft Heinz CEO Steve Cahillane said lower-income consumers are “running out of money,” citing negative cash flows and prompting price cuts, more promotions, and smaller package sizes. McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski and Whirlpool CEO Marc Bitzer also flagged consumer pressure and weaker demand. Credit card and auto loan balances rose and the saving rate fell to 2.7% in June 2026.

Whirlpool (WHR) reported Q2 2026 net sales of $3.5B, down 6.8% year over year, with ongoing EBIT margin at 1.8% and ongoing EPS of -$0.21. Full-year guidance calls for about $15B revenue and ongoing EPS of $2.50 to $3.00, with interest expense guidance of $350M. The company secured $3B+ liquidity via bond and ABL facilities and expects FCF over $300M.