SAN DIEGO, May  08, 2026  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Johnson Fistel, PLLP is investigating potential claims on behalf of investors of Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:WHR). The investigation focuses on Whirlpool&#39;s executive officers

Whirlpool Corporation Shareholders Are Encouraged to Reach Out to Johnson Fistel for More Information About Potentially Recovering Their Losses

Whirlpool Faces Investigation Amid Declining Sales and Losses

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    <p>SAN DIEGO, May  08, 2026  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Johnson Fistel, PLLP is investigating potential claims on behalf of investors of Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:WHR). The investigation focuses on Whirlpool&amp;#39;s executive officers</p>
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    <p>Whirlpool&#039;s disappointing first-quarter results, showing a 9.6% sales drop and a $85 million loss, have led to an investigation by Johnson Fistel regarding potential securities law violations. As the company prioritizes debt repayment by suspending its common dividend, investor sentiment may remain negative in the near term.</p>
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    <ul><li>Whirlpool&#039;s Q1 2026 net sales dropped 9.6% year-over-year.</li><li>Company reported a GAAP net loss of $85 million in Q1 2026.</li><li>MDA North America net sales declined 7.5% year-over-year.</li><li>Whirlpool suspended its common dividend to prioritize debt paydown.</li><li>Johnson Fistel is investigating potential claims for investor losses.</li></ul>
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    <ul><li><strong>Johnson Fistel (N/A)</strong>: Conducting an investigation that could result in legal action against Whirlpool.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Legal</h3>
    <p>This article falls under &#039;Legal&#039; as it discusses potential securities law violations affecting Whirlpool amid financial underperformance, signaling increased legal scrutiny and investor risk.</p>
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    <ul><li>Decline in Q1 sales and earnings may continue to pressure WHR&#039;s stock.</li><li>The suspension of dividends could indicate severe cash flow strain.</li><li>Investigations could lead to legal costs and affect investor confidence.</li><li>Market reactions could amplify as further information on the investigation is released.</li></ul>
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    <ul><li>Q1 2026 net sales were $3.273 billion, down from $3.621 billion.</li><li>GAAP net loss in Q1 2026 was $(85) million compared to profit last year.</li><li>MDA North America EBIT declined to $6 million from $149 million year-over-year.</li><li>EBIT margin shrank from 6.2% to 0.3% in MDA North America.</li><li>Full-year 2026 sales guidance is approximately $15 billion.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Trading Thesis</h3>
    <p>WHR may face further downside risk due to poor earnings and legal scrutiny, short-term.</p>
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<link type="text/css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://www.globenewswire.com/styles/gnw_nitf.css"></link><p>SAN DIEGO, May  08, 2026  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Johnson Fistel, PLLP is investigating potential claims on behalf of investors of Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WHR">WHR</a>). The investigation focuses on Whirlpool's executive officers and whether investor losses may be recovered under federal securities laws.</p>  <p><strong>What if I purchased Whirlpool securities?</strong><br></br>If you purchased Whirlpool securities and suffered losses on your investment, join our investigation now: <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=bVwtE51dUpnvOr48EPaZNMX2fl7mbxhJPapsmvpMW1hQIflaxj2_ZkG7owk-Vq9E1cgcchGcgO9jQofgfPUPXxcE1rf-KzC5dQJOSIY90e27fO9rH7e5tk-robpOIEc-05h8YR9J94iAjbopuEVtMk1JFmhBy-3vKk9ZWUSMvkV_3dQ6qhTaqtRP_ETcpYf7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to join the investigation</a>.</p>  <p>Or for more information, contact Jim Baker at <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=HwghjDC-SDlizpoqkbBgZglXkUUkIr1zCDfgrAZ0tMF_XTHy0vJCUOXXgLANU8pi44prVIEGO0HtRhZFrkhzKtcxvj6HNXeV33zT19bKdLo=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jimb@johnsonfistel.com</a> or (619) 814-4471.</p>  <p>There is no cost or obligation to you.</p>  <p><strong>Background of the investigation</strong><br></br>On May 6, 2026, Whirlpool reported its first quarter 2026 financial results and provided its full-year 2026 outlook. Among other things, the Company disclosed net sales of $3.273 billion, compared to $3.621 billion in the prior-year period, representing a decrease of 9.6%. Whirlpool also disclosed GAAP net earnings (loss) available to Whirlpool common shareholders of $(85) million, compared to GAAP net earnings of $71 million in the prior-year period.</p>  <p>The Company reported that MDA North America net sales declined 7.5% year-over-year, while segment EBIT declined to $6 million from $149 million in the prior-year period. MDA North America EBIT margin declined to 0.3%, compared to 6.2% in the prior-year period.</p>  <p>Whirlpool stated that, excluding currency, MDA North America net sales decreased 7.8% year-over-year, driven by "lower volume resulting from a significant industry decline" and "unfavorable price/mix as the Supreme Court's IEEPA ruling and anticipated refunds disrupted the industry pricing." The Company also disclosed that EBIT margin was pressured by volume decline, unfavorable price/mix, and higher costs incurred to reduce inventory levels, partially offset by tariff recovery and mitigation actions.</p>  <p>For full-year 2026, Whirlpool stated that it expects net sales of approximately $15.0 billion, GAAP earnings per diluted share of $2.45 to $2.95, and ongoing earnings per diluted share of $3.00 to $3.50. Whirlpool also disclosed a "common dividend suspension as we prioritize debt paydown."</p>  <p>Following this disclosure, Whirlpool's stock price declined sharply, damaging investors.</p>  <p>In light of this disclosure, Johnson Fistel is investigating whether Whirlpool complied with the federal securities laws. If you suffered losses from your investment in Whirlpool stock, contact Johnson Fistel.</p>  <p><strong>About Johnson Fistel, PLLP &#x7C; Securities Fraud &amp; Investor Rights</strong><br></br>Johnson Fistel, PLLP is a nationally recognized shareholder-rights law firm with offices in California, New York, Georgia, Idaho, and Colorado. The firm represents individual and institutional investors in shareholder derivative and securities class action lawsuits and also assists foreign investors who purchased shares on U.S. exchanges. To learn more, visit <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=pQiVByupdSLXzNZv38rDNMaT6Yeh8Tl62whBfZOfbFmOoMyU7Z4VooE8HUgV0nwQUjw5isrcKNBryi3m8nJnn12EH5lu21WrLzIVhG4NQQc=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.johnsonfistel.com</a>.</p>  <p><strong>Achievements</strong><br></br>In 2024, Johnson Fistel was ranked among the Top 10 Plaintiff Law Firms by ISS Securities Class Action Services, reflecting the firm's effectiveness in advocating for investors and recovering approximately $90,725,000 for clients in cases where it served as lead or co-lead counsel.</p>  <p>Attorney advertising.<br></br>Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.<br></br>Services may be performed by attorneys in any of our offices.<br></br>Johnson Fistel, PLLP has paid for the dissemination of this promotional communication, and Frank J. Johnson is the attorney responsible for its content.</p>  <p><strong>Contact</strong><br></br>Johnson Fistel, PLLP<br></br>501 W. 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Whirlpool's disappointing first-quarter results, showing a 9.6% sales drop and a $85 million loss, have led to an investigation by Johnson Fistel regarding potential securities law violations. As the company prioritizes debt repayment by suspending its common dividend, investor sentiment may remain negative in the near term.

Whirlpool Corporation Shareholders Are Encouraged to Reach Out to Johnson Fistel for More Information About Potentially Recovering Their Losses

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