Whirlpool's 1.2% Drop and 357th-Ranked Volume Spark Analyst Divide on Long-Term Outlook

Whirlpool (WHR) closed 1.20% lower on July 30, 2025, with a trading volume of $0.35 billion, a 72.61% drop from the previous day, ranking 357th in market activity. Analyst activity dominated the session, with RBC Capital downgrading the stock to "Underperform" and reducing its price target to $63.00 from $65.00. Bank of America also cut its rating to "Underperform," setting a $70.00 target, while Longbow Research upgraded to "Buy" with a $145.00 target. The stock’s average analyst recommendation remains "Hold," with a consensus price target of $103.06.

Recent earnings results weighed on sentiment, as Whirlpool reported a $1.34 EPS, missing estimates by $0.20, and revenue fell 5.4% year-over-year to $3.77 billion. Analysts highlighted concerns over profitability, noting a net margin of 0.04% and a debt-to-equity ratio of 3.59. Despite the downgrades, some firms remain cautiously optimistic, with Longbow’s upgrade reflecting confidence in long-term potential. However, the mixed analyst outlook underscores ongoing uncertainty about the company’s ability to navigate sector headwinds.

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