Wells Fargo initiates Whirlpool stock coverage at Equal Weight

Wells Fargo has begun covering Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:WHR) with an Equal Weight rating and a price target of $42.00, according to the company's announcement on Monday. The stock is currently trading at $40.35, slightly below the target price. InvestingPro analysts suggest the company is undervalued, estimating a Fair Value of $42.26.

The firm highlights self-help initiatives such as geographic streamlining and recent capital allocation moves as positive factors for investors. However, challenges include tough discretionary spending, questionable earnings adjustments, persistent promotional activity, and high leverage, leading to a neutral stance.

Whirlpool's financial results for the second quarter of 2026 revealed a wider-than-expected loss, with adjusted earnings per share at -$0.21, falling short of the estimated positive $0.08. Revenue also missed expectations at $3.52 billion compared to the forecasted $3.56 billion. Despite these misses, the company maintained its full-year outlook and pointed to improving margins.

Raymond James reiterated a Market Perform rating on Whirlpool stock, citing weakness in the North American appliance sector and Federal Reserve industrial production data showing a 5.6% year-over-year decline. This article was AI-generated and reviewed by an editor.