Whirlpool's 2026 Margin Push Meets Investor Skepticism: Stock Dips Despite Profit Turnaround
Whirlpool Corporation's return to profitability in Q4 2025 was overshadowed by a market sell-off following its margin-focused 2026 guidance. While innovations like nugget ice makers signal a push for premium pricing, persistent tariff pressures and housing market softness continue to cloud the near-term outlook.