Whirlpool (NYSE:WHR) is a global manufacturer and marketer of home appliances. The company develops products designed for food preservation, laundry, cooking, dishwashing and other household needs, serving consumers through retail, e-commerce and builder channels.
Its product portfolio includes refrigerators and freezers, washing machines and dryers, ranges and ovens, dishwashers, microwaves and other kitchen appliances. Whirlpool markets products under brands including Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana and JennAir, with brand availability varying by market.
Founded in 1911 as the Upton Machine Company, Whirlpool is headquartered in Benton Harbor, Michigan. The company has historically operated across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and other international markets, and has manufacturing, research and development, sales and distribution activities serving customers worldwide.
