BNET Industries

Whirlpool Corp.

(WHR) is in the Manufacturing Industry

Market Cap:$5.8B

Last Fiscal Year Sales:$18.9B

Public
US

Dow Jones Description

Every Home Everywhere, with Pride, Passion, and Performance. These are the hallmarks of Whirlpool Corporation. Whirlpool demonstrates its commitment to community and society through its partnership with Habitat for Humanity. Whirlpool is the largest Cornerstone Partner of Habitat for Humanity. Whirlpool is not just a participant, nor just a partner. Whirlpool is the leader in the effort to build 100,000 houses from 2001 through 2005. Whirlpool is a cornerstone of this historic effort to end poverty housing worldwide. Whirlpool's $25 million commitment consists of donating an Energy Star model refrigerator and freestanding range to every Habitat home built in North America through 2005.

Number of Employees 70,000

Contact Information

Administrative Ctr 2000 N M-63

Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022-2692

whirlpool.us

(269) 923-5000

Peer Companies

NAICS Code Other Major Household Appliance Manufacturing: 335228

Company News

Recent Events

Cramer Positive on Whirlpool WHR

11/24/09 - Financial Announcement - View Story
Updated Letter to Shareholders on B GREEN INNOVATIONS, INC.

11/12/09 - Joint Venture / Alliance - View Story
B Green Innovations, Inc. Signs Distribution Agreement With

11/04/09 - Joint Venture / Alliance - View Story
What's news: Schneider National honored

11/01/09 - Licensing / Contract - View Story
Whirlpool wants to pull plug on 'dumb' appliances

10/29/09 - New Investment - View Story
Whirlpool Secures Backing from Suning to Sell Conditioners

10/27/09 - Joint Venture / Alliance - View Story
Whirlpool posts lower profit, raises outlook

10/23/09 - Bond / Stock Rating - View Story
Corporate Earnings

10/26/09 - Financial Announcement - View Story
Whirlpool WHR Declares $0.43 Dividend; 2.3% Yield

10/19/09 - Stock Split / Dividend - View Story
The Am Law Litigation Daily -- Oct. 13, 2009

10/13/09 - Lawsuit Filed - View Story
Whirlpool Design Center Staying in Evansville

10/01/09 - Merger / Acquisition - View Story
Whirlpool to invest $55 mn in new plant in northern Mexico

10/08/09 - Financial Announcement - View Story
Suning Inked Strategic Cooperative Agreements with Whirlpool

9/25/09 - Joint Venture / Alliance - View Story
Whirlpool recognizes Schneider National

9/21/09 - Licensing / Contract - View Story
Insurer sues Sears and Whirlpool over refrigerator fire payout

9/17/09 - Lawsuit Filed - View Story
Whirlpool Corporation Names Schneider National 2008 Truckload Carrier of the Year

9/15/09 - Licensing / Contract - View Story
Slovakia - Factors To Watch on Sept 22

9/22/09 - Financial Announcement - View Story
Turnout Dicey For Buildersâ€™ Show In Vegas

9/10/09 - Product Announcement - View Story
PureSafety Gives Online Safety Training to Whirlpool Building Blocks Event

9/09/09 - Joint Venture / Alliance - View Story
Whirlpool shares up on hopes for appliance rebates

8/20/09 - Financial Announcement - View Story