Whirlpool Corporation · Benton Harbor, MI United States ·(NYSE: WHR)
Company Description
Phone: 269-923-5000
Fax: 269-923-3722
Rankings
- #133 in FORTUNE 500
- S&P 500
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This link will open in a new window With brand names recognized by just about anyone who has ever separated dark colors from light, Whirlpool is one of the world's top home appliance makers. It makes washers, dryers, refrigerators, air conditioners, dishwashers, freezers, microwave ovens, ranges, trash compactors, air purifiers, and more. In addition to Whirlpool, the company sells its products under a bevy of brand names including KitchenAid, Bauknecht, Roper, Maytag, and Magic Chef. Whirlpool peddles its appliances in North America, Europe, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Competition in the home appliances market has heated up in recent years, with Bosch Siemens , LG , Samsung , and Haier commanding equal attention. To read the full description, subscribe now.
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Key Whirlpool Corporation Financials
| Company Type | Public - NYSE: WHR Headquarters |
| Fiscal Year-End | December |
| 2008 Sales (mil.) | $18,907.0 |
| 2008 Employees | 70,000 |
Whirlpool Corporation Executives
47 executives listed for Whirlpool Corporation's Benton Harbor, MI location.
| Title | Name & Bio | Contact |
| Chairman and CEO | Jeff Fettig | Network |
| EVP and CFO | Roy Templin | Network |
| VP, Controller, and Chief Accounting Officer | Anthony Petitt | Network |
Competition
Competitive Landscape for Whirlpool Corporation
Demand is driven by growth in consumer income and by home sales. The profitability of individual companies depends on efficient operations and effective marketing. Large companies have economies of scale in production, marketing, and distribution. Small companies can compete effectively by producing specialty products, subcontracting to the larger manufacturers, or producing name brand goods under contract. The industry is fairly automated: annual revenue per employee is close to $250,000. To read the full description, subscribe now.Top Whirlpool Corporation Competitors
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