Other revenue sources include primarily the revenues from the InSinkErator business, subscription arrangements, and licenses.
The impact to revenue related to prior period performance obligations is less than 1% of global consolidated revenues for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024.
Allowance for Expected Credit Losses and Bad Debt Expense
The following table summarizes the carrying value of notes payable at September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023:
Millions of dollars
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Commercial paper
$
580
$
—
Short-term borrowings due to banks
29
17
Total notes payable
$
609
$
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Transfers and Servicing of Financial Assets
In an effort to manage economic and geographic trade customer risk, from time to time, the Company will transfer, primarily without recourse, accounts receivable balances of certain customers to financial institutions resulting in a nominal impact recorded in interest and sundry (income) expense. These transactions are accounted for as sales of the receivables resulting in the receivables being de-recognized from the Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets. These transfers do not require continuing involvement from the Company.
Certain arrangements include servicing of transferred receivables by Whirlpool. Outstanding accounts receivable transferred under arrangements where the Company continues to service the transferred asset were $121 million as of September 30, 2024 and $227 million as of December 31, 2023. The amount of cash proceeds received under these arrangements was $391 million and $153 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
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(6) COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
BEFIEX Credits and Other Brazil Tax Matters
In previous years, our Brazilian operations earned tax credits under the Brazilian government's export incentive program (BEFIEX). These credits reduced Brazilian federal excise taxes on domestic sales. Our Brazilian operations have received tax assessments for income and social contribution taxes associated with certain monetized BEFIEX credits. We do not believe BEFIEX credits are subject to income or social contribution taxes. We have not provided for income or social contribution taxes on these BEFIEX credits, and based on the opinions of tax and legal advisors, we have not accrued any amount related to these assessments at September 30, 2024. The total amount of outstanding tax assessments received for income and social contribution taxes relating to the BEFIEX credits, including interest and penalties, is approximately 2.4 billion Brazilian reais (approximately $432 million at September 30, 2024).
Relying on existing Brazilian legal precedent, in 2003 and 2004, we recognized tax credits in an aggregate amount of $26 million, adjusted for currency, on the purchase of raw materials used in production ("IPI tax credits"). The Brazilian tax authority subsequently challenged the recording of IPI tax credits. No such credits have been recognized since 2004. In 2009, we entered into a Brazilian government program ("IPI Amnesty") which provided extended payment terms and reduced penalties and interest to encourage taxpayers to resolve this and certain other disputed tax credit amounts. As permitted by the program, we elected to settle certain debts through the use of other existing tax credits and recorded charges of approximately $34 million in 2009 associated with these matters. In July 2012, the Brazilian revenue authority notified us that a portion of our proposed settlement was rejected and we received tax assessments of 292 million Brazilian reais (approximately $54 million at September 30, 2024), reflecting interest and penalties to date. The government's assessment in this case relies heavily on its arguments regarding taxability of BEFIEX credits for certain years, which we are disputing in one of the BEFIEX government assessment cases cited in the prior paragraph. Because the IPI Amnesty case (which has concluded at all judicial levels except the Brazil Supreme Court) is moving faster than the BEFIEX taxability case, we could be required to pay the IPI Amnesty assessment before obtaining a final decision in the BEFIEX taxability case.
We have received tax assessments from the Brazilian federal tax authorities relating to amounts allegedly due regarding insurance taxes (PIS/COFINS) for tax credits recognized since 2007. These credits were recognized for inputs to certain manufacturing and other business processes. These assessments are being challenged at the administrative and judicial levels in Brazil. The total amount of outstanding tax assessments received for credits recognized for PIS/COFINS inputs is approximately 392 million Brazilian reais (approximately $72 million at September 30, 2024). Based on the opinion of our tax and legal advisors, we have not accrued any amount related to these assessments.
In addition to the BEFIEX, IPI tax credit and PIS/COFINS inputs matters noted above, other assessments issued by the Brazilian tax authorities related to indirect and income tax matters, and other matters, are at various stages of review in numerous administrative and judicial proceedings. We are vigorously defending our positions related to BEFIEX credits and other Brazil Tax Matters. The amounts related to these assessments will continue to be increased by monetary adjustments at the Selic rate, which is the benchmark rate set by the Brazilian Central Bank. In accordance with our accounting policies, we routinely assess these matters and, when necessary, record our best estimate of a loss.
Litigation is inherently unpredictable and the conclusion of these matters may take many years to ultimately resolve. Amounts at issue in potential future litigation could increase as a result of interest and penalties in future periods. Accordingly, it is possible that an unfavorable outcome in these proceedings could have a material adverse effect on our financial statements in any particular reporting period.
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Latin America Tax Review
In the first quarter of 2023, we accrued an immaterial amount in our Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements related to prior-period Value Added Tax (VAT) remittances in our Latin America region. We resolved certain aspects of this matter in the second quarter of 2023 and the overall financial statement impact of such resolution was immaterial. We continue to review tax matters within the region for any potential additional impacts, if any; certain matters could have a material adverse effect on our financial statements in any particular reporting period.
Other Litigation
We are currently vigorously defending a number of other lawsuits related to the manufacture and sale of our products which include class action allegations, and may become involved in similar actions. These lawsuits allege claims which include negligence, breach of contract, breach of warranty, product liability and safety claims, false advertising, fraud, and violation of federal and state regulations, including consumer protection laws. In general, we do not have insurance coverage for class action lawsuits. We are also involved in various other legal actions arising in the normal course of business, for which insurance coverage may or may not be available depending on the nature of the action. We dispute the merits of these suits and actions, and intend to vigorously defend them. Management believes, based upon its current knowledge, after taking into consideration legal counsel's evaluation of such suits and actions, and after taking into account current litigation accruals, that the outcome of these matters currently pending against Whirlpool should not have a material adverse effect, if any, on our financial statements.
In 2013, the French Competition Authority ("FCA") commenced an investigation of appliance manufacturers and retailers in France, including Whirlpool and Indesit. The FCA investigation was split into two parts, and in December 2018, we finalized a settlement with the FCA on the first part of the investigation. The second part of the FCA investigation, which is focused primarily on manufacturer interactions with retailers, is ongoing. The Company has agreed to a preliminary settlement range with the FCA and recorded a charge of approximately $69 million in the first half of 2023. The Company expects the settlement amount to be finalized in the second half of 2024. The Company provided Beko Europe B.V. (Beko) approximately $68 million in connection with transaction closing in the second quarter of 2024, to be used for payment of final settlement amounts.
On June 23, 2017, London's Metropolitan Police Service released a statement that it had identified a Hotpoint–branded refrigerator as the initial source of the Grenfell Tower fire in West London. U.K. authorities are conducting investigations, including regarding the cause and spread of the fire. The model in question was manufactured by Indesit Company between 2006 and 2009, prior to Whirlpool's acquisition of Indesit in 2014. We are fully cooperating with the investigating authorities. Whirlpool was named as a defendant in a product liability suit in Pennsylvania federal court related to this matter. The federal court dismissed the case with prejudice in September 2020 and the dismissal was affirmed on appeal in July 2022. Plaintiffs filed a petition with the U.S. Supreme Court in January 2023 which was subsequently denied. In December 2020, lawsuits related to Grenfell Tower were filed in the U.K. against approximately 20 defendants, including Whirlpool Corporation and certain Whirlpool subsidiaries. In 2022, we accrued an immaterial amount related to these claims in our financial statements. Additional claims may be filed related to this incident.
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Product Warranty Reserves
Product warranty reserves are included in other current and other noncurrent liabilities in our Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets. The following table summarizes the changes in total product warranty liability reserves for the periods presented:
Product Warranty
Millions of dollars
2024
2023
Balance at January 1
$
206
$
190
Issuances/accruals during the period
159
170
Settlements made during the period/other
(167)
(160)
Balance at September 30
$
198
$
200
Current portion
139
$
133
Non-current portion
59
67
Total
$
198
$
200
In the normal course of business, we engage in investigations of potential quality and safety issues. As part of our ongoing effort to deliver quality products to consumers, we are currently investigating certain potential quality and safety issues globally. As necessary, we undertake to effect repair or replacement of appliances in the event that an investigation leads to the conclusion that such action is warranted.
Guarantees
We have guarantee arrangements in a Brazilian subsidiary. For certain creditworthy customers, the subsidiary guarantees customer lines of credit at commercial banks to support purchases following its normal credit policies. If a customer were to default on its line of credit with the bank, our subsidiary would be required to assume the line of credit and satisfy the obligation with the bank. At September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the guaranteed amounts totaled 818 million Brazilian reais (approximately $150 million at September 30, 2024) and 1.3 billion Brazilian reais (approximately $273 million at December 31, 2023), respectively. The fair value of these guarantees were nominal at September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023. Our subsidiary insures against a significant portion of this credit risk for these guarantees, under normal operating conditions, through policies purchased from high-quality underwriters.
We provide guarantees of indebtedness and lines of credit for various consolidated subsidiaries. The maximum contractual amount of indebtedness and lines of credit available under these lines for consolidated subsidiaries totaled approximately $2.7 billion at September 30, 2024 and $3.0 billion at December 31, 2023, respectively. Our total short-term outstanding bank indebtedness under guarantees (excluding those related to the European major domestic appliance business) was $29 million and $17 million at September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
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(7) PENSION AND OTHER POSTRETIREMENT BENEFIT PLANS
The following table summarizes the components of net periodic pension cost and the cost of other postretirement benefits for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended September 30,
United States Pension Benefits
Foreign Pension Benefits
Other Postretirement Benefits
Millions of dollars
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
Service cost
$
1
$
1
$
1
$
1
$
—
$
—
Interest cost
25
29
1
7
2
2
Expected return on plan assets
(37)
(35)
(1)
(6)
—
—
Amortization:
Actuarial loss
10
9
—
1
—
—
Prior service credit
—
—
—
—
(1)
(10)
Settlement and curtailment (gain) loss
—
—
—
—
—
—
Net periodic benefit cost (credit)
$
(1)
$
4
$
1
$
3
$
1
$
(8)
Nine Months Ended September 30,
United States Pension Benefits
Foreign Pension Benefits
Other Postretirement Benefits
Millions of dollars
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
Service cost
$
2
$
2
$
2
$
2
$
—
$
—
Interest cost
76
86
9
20
5
5
Expected return on plan assets
(110)
(106)
(7)
(17)
—
—
Amortization:
Actuarial loss
30
28
1
4
—
—
Prior service credit
—
—
—
—
(1)
(31)
Settlement and curtailment (gain) loss
—
—
—
—
—
—
Net periodic benefit cost (credit)
$
(2)
$
10
$
5
$
9
$
4
$
(26)
The following table summarizes the net periodic cost recognized in operating profit and interest and sundry (income) expense for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended September 30,
United States Pension Benefits
Foreign Pension Benefits
Other Postretirement Benefits
Millions of dollars
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
Operating profit (loss)
$
1
$
1
$
1
$
1
$
—
$
—
Interest and sundry (income) expense
(2)
3
—
2
1
(8)
Net periodic benefit cost
$
(1)
$
4
$
1
$
3
$
1
$
(8)
Nine Months Ended September 30,
United States Pension Benefits
Foreign Pension Benefits
Other Postretirement Benefits
Millions of dollars
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
Operating profit (loss)
$
2
$
2
$
2
$
2
$
—
$
—
Interest and sundry (income) expense
(4)
8
3
7
4
(26)
Net periodic benefit cost
$
(2)
$
10
$
5
$
9
$
4
$
(26)
401(k) Defined Contribution Plan
Beginning in March 2024, the Company matching contributions for our 401(k) defined contribution plan, equal to up to 7% of participants' eligible compensation, covering substantially all U.S. employees, are contributed in company stock.
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(8) HEDGES AND DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
Derivative instruments are accounted for at fair value based on market rates. Derivatives where we elect hedge accounting are designated as either cash flow, fair value or net investment hedges. Derivatives that are not accounted for based on hedge accounting are marked to market through earnings. If the designated cash flow hedges are highly effective, the gains and losses are recorded in other comprehensive income (loss) and subsequently reclassified to earnings to offset the impact of the hedged items when they occur. In the event it becomes probable the forecasted transaction to which a cash flow hedge relates will not occur, the derivative would be terminated and the amount in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) would be recognized in earnings. The fair value of the hedge asset or liability is presented in either other current assets / liabilities or other noncurrent assets / liabilities on the Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets and in other within cash provided by (used in) operating activities in the Consolidated Condensed Statements of Cash Flows.
Using derivative instruments means assuming counterparty credit risk. Counterparty credit risk relates to the loss we could incur if a counterparty were to default on a derivative contract. We generally deal with investment grade counterparties and monitor the overall credit risk and exposure to individual counterparties. We do not anticipate nonperformance by any counterparties. The amount of counterparty credit exposure is limited to the unrealized gains, if any, on such derivative contracts. We do not require nor do we post collateral on such contracts.
Hedging Strategy
In the normal course of business, we manage risks relating to our ongoing business operations including those arising from changes in commodity prices, foreign exchange rates and interest rates. Fluctuations in these rates and prices can affect our operating results and financial condition. We use a variety of strategies, including the use of derivative instruments, to manage these risks. We do not enter into derivative financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes.
Commodity Price Risk
We enter into commodity derivative contracts on various commodities to manage the price risk associated with forecasted purchases and sales of material used in our manufacturing process. The objective of these hedges is to reduce the variability of cash flows associated with the forecasted purchases and sales of commodities.
Foreign Currency and Interest Rate Risk
We incur expenses associated with the procurement and production of products in a limited number of countries, while we sell in the local currencies of a large number of countries. Our primary foreign currency exchange exposures result from cross-currency sales of products. As a result, we enter into foreign exchange contracts to hedge certain firm commitments and forecasted transactions to acquire products and services that are denominated in foreign currencies. We enter into certain undesignated non-functional currency asset and liability hedges that relate primarily to short-term payables, receivables, intercompany loans and dividends. When we hedge a foreign currency denominated payable or receivable with a derivative, the effect of changes in the foreign exchange rates are reflected currently in interest and sundry (income) expense for both the payable/receivable and the derivative. Therefore, as a result of the economic hedge, we do not elect hedge accounting.
We also enter into hedges to mitigate currency risk primarily related to forecasted foreign currency denominated expenditures, intercompany financing agreements and royalty agreements and designate them as cash flow hedges. Gains and losses on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges, to the extent they are included in the assessment of effectiveness, are recorded in other comprehensive income (loss) and subsequently reclassified to earnings to offset the impact of the hedged items when they occur.
We may enter into cross-currency interest rate swaps to manage our exposure relating to cross-currency debt. Outstanding notional amounts of cross-currency interest rate swap agreements were $618 million at September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
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We may enter into interest rate swap agreements to manage interest rate risk exposure. Our interest rate swap agreements, if any, effectively modify our exposure to interest rate risk, primarily through converting certain floating rate debt to a fixed rate basis, or certain fixed rate debt to a floating rate basis. These agreements involve either the receipt or payment of floating rate amounts in exchange for fixed rate interest payments or receipts, respectively, over the life of the agreements without an exchange of the underlying principal amounts. We may enter into swap rate lock agreements to effectively reduce our exposure to interest rate risk by locking in interest rates on probable long-term debt issuances. There were no outstanding notional amounts of interest rate swap agreements at September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023.
We may enter into instruments that are designated and qualify as a net investment hedge to manage our exposure related to foreign currency denominated investments. The effective portion of the instruments' gain or loss is reported as a component of other comprehensive income (loss) and recorded in accumulated other comprehensive loss. The gain or loss will be subsequently reclassified into net earnings when the underlying net investment is either sold or substantially liquidated. The remaining change in fair value of the hedge instruments represents the ineffective portion, which is immediately recognized in interest and sundry (income) expense on our Consolidated Condensed Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss). There were no outstanding notional amounts of net investment hedges as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023.
The following table summarizes our outstanding derivative contracts and their effects in our Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets at September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023.
Fair Value of
Notional Amount
Hedge Assets
Hedge Liabilities
Maximum Term (Months)
Millions of dollars
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
Derivatives accounted for as hedges(1)
Commodity swaps/options
$
168
$
193
$
13
$
4
$
6
$
9
(CF)
21
24
Foreign exchange forwards/options
963
952
17
1
7
31
(CF/NI)
15
15
Cross-currency swaps
618
618
5
5
82
79
(CF)
53
62
Total derivatives accounted for as hedges
$
35
$
10
$
95
$
119
Derivatives not accounted for as hedges
Foreign exchange forwards/options (2)
437
1,569
—
13
1
9
N/A
4
10
Total derivatives not accounted for as hedges
—
13
1
9
Total derivatives
$
35
$
23
$
96
$
128
Current
$
33
$
22
$
13
$
46
Noncurrent
2
1
83
82
Total derivatives
$
35
$
23
$
96
$
128
(1)Derivatives accounted for as hedges are considered cash flow (CF) hedges.
(2)Foreign exchange forwards/options have decreased due to intercompany loan movements related to the contribution of our European major domestic appliance business.
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The following tables summarize the effects of derivative instruments on our Consolidated Condensed Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended September 30,
Gain (Loss) Recognized in OCI (Effective Portion ) (3)
Millions of dollars
2024
2023
Cash flow hedges
Commodity swaps/options
$
(4)
$
17
Foreign exchange forwards/options
(10)
25
Cross-currency swaps
(23)
32
$
(37)
$
74
Three Months Ended September 30,
Location of Gain (Loss) Reclassified from OCI into Earnings (Effective Portion)
Gain (Loss) Reclassified from
OCI into Earnings
(Effective Portion)(4)
Cash Flow Hedges - Millions of dollars
2024
2023
Commodity swaps/options
Cost of products sold
$
—
$
(5)
Foreign exchange forwards/options
Net sales
—
(1)
Foreign exchange forwards/options
Cost of products sold
4
(15)
Foreign exchange forwards/options
Interest and sundry (income) expense
3
2
Cross-currency swaps
Interest and sundry (income) expense
(25)
41
$
(18)
$
22
Three Months Ended September 30,
Location of Gain (Loss) Recognized on Derivatives not Accounted for as Hedges
Gain (Loss) Recognized on Derivatives not Accounted for as Hedges
Derivatives not Accounted for as Hedges - Millions of dollars
2024
2023
Foreign exchange forwards/options
Interest and sundry (income) expense
$
—
$
(11)
(3)Change in gain (loss) recognized in OCI (effective portion) for the three months ended September 30, 2024 is primarily driven by fluctuations in currency and commodity prices and interest rates compared to prior year. The tax impact of the cash flow hedges was $6 million and $(13) million for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
(4)Change in gain (loss) reclassified from OCI into earnings (effective portion) for the three months ended September 30, 2024 was primarily driven by fluctuations in currency and commodity prices and interest rates compared to prior year.
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Nine Months Ended September 30,
Gain (Loss) Recognized in OCI (Effective Portion ) (5)
Millions of dollars
2024
2023
Cash flow hedges
Commodity swaps/options
$
14
$
(5)
Foreign exchange forwards/options
34
(38)
Cross-currency swaps
(1)
12
$
47
$
(31)
Nine Months Ended September 30,
Location of Gain (Loss) Reclassified from OCI into Earnings (Effective Portion)
Gain (Loss) Reclassified from
OCI into Earnings
(Effective Portion)(6)
Cash Flow Hedges - Millions of dollars
2024
2023
Commodity swaps/options
Cost of products sold
$
—
$
(10)
Foreign exchange forwards/options
Net sales
2
(2)
Foreign exchange forwards/options
Cost of products sold
(12)
(30)
Foreign exchange forwards/options
Interest and sundry (income) expense
6
21
Cross-currency swaps
Interest and sundry (income) expense
(3)
29
Interest rate derivatives
Interest expense
—
—
$
(7)
$
8
Nine Months Ended September 30,
Location of Gain (Loss) Recognized on Derivatives not Accounted for as Hedges
Gain (Loss) Recognized on Derivatives not Accounted for as Hedges
Derivatives not Accounted for as Hedges - Millions of dollars
2024
2023
Foreign exchange forwards/options
Interest and sundry (income) expense
$
8
$
15
(5)Change in gain (loss) recognized in OCI (effective portion) for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is primarily driven by fluctuations in currency and commodity prices and interest rates compared to prior year. The tax impact of the cash flow hedges was $(17) million and $9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
(6)Change in gain (loss) reclassified from OCI into earnings (effective portion) for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 was primarily driven by fluctuations in currency and commodity prices and interest rates compared to prior year.
For cash flow hedges, the amount of ineffectiveness recognized in interest and sundry (income) expense was nominal for the periods ended September 30, 2024 and 2023. There were no hedges designated as fair value for the periods ended September 30, 2024 and 2023. The net amount of unrealized gain or loss on derivative instruments included in accumulated OCI related to contracts maturing and expected to be realized during the next twelve months is a loss of $13 million at September 30, 2024.
(9) FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
Fair value is measured based on an exit price, representing the amount that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants. As such, fair value is a market-based measurement that should be determined based on assumptions market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability. Assets and liabilities measured at fair value are based on a market valuation approach using prices and other relevant information generated by market transactions involving identical or comparable assets or liabilities. As a basis for considering such assumptions, a three-tiered fair value hierarchy is established, which prioritizes the inputs used in measuring fair value as follows: (Level 1) observable inputs such as quoted prices in active markets; (Level 2) inputs, other than the quoted prices in active markets that are observable, either directly or indirectly; and (Level 3) unobservable inputs in which there is little or no market data, which require the reporting entity to develop its own assumptions.
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The following table summarizes the valuation of our assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis at September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023:
Fair Value
Millions of dollars
Total Cost Basis
Level 1
Level 2
Total
Measured at fair value on a recurring basis:
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
Short-term investments (1)
$
822
$
1,126
$
526
$
867
$
296
$
259
$
822
$
1,126
Net derivative contracts
—
—
—
—
(61)
(105)
(61)
(105)
(1)Short-term investments are primarily comprised of money market funds and highly liquid, low risk investments with initial maturities less than 90 days.
The non-recurring fair values represent only those assets whose carrying values were adjusted to fair value during the reporting period.
European Major Domestic Appliance Business
On January 16, 2023, the Company entered into a contribution agreement with Arçelik A.Ş (“Arcelik”). Under the terms of the agreement, Whirlpool agreed to contribute its European major domestic appliance business, and Arcelik agreed to contribute its European major domestic appliance, consumer electronics, air conditioning, and small domestic appliance businesses into the newly formed entity of which Whirlpool owns 25% and Arcelik 75%.
On December 20, 2022, the Company's board authorized the transaction with Arcelik and the European major domestic appliance business was classified as held for sale during the fourth quarter of 2022. The disposal group was measured at fair value less cost to sell. We used a discounted cash flow analysis and multiple market data points in our analysis to determine fair value (Level 3 input) of the 25% interest retained, resulting in an estimated fair value of $139 million. The discounted cash flow analysis utilized a discount rate of 16.5% at December 31, 2022.
During the first quarter of 2024, the fair value of the disposal group was updated based on working capital adjustments, cash flow assumptions, and changes in discount rates. This updated assessment resulted in an estimated fair value of $227 million as of March 31, 2024, which consists of $186 million related to fair value of retained interest in Beko Europe B.V. ("Beko") and $41 million of proceeds from the sale of our Middle East and North Africa ("MENA") business.
Subsequent to closing of the transaction, the Company holds an equity interest of 25% in Beko. The fair value of the investment in Beko at the date of deconsolidation was calculated based on a discounted cash flow analysis and multiple market data points (Level 3 input), resulting in a fair value of $186 million. The discounted cash flow analysis utilized a discount rate of 15.5%.
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, we recorded a loss of $2 million and loss of $294 million, respectively, to the loss on sale and disposal of businesses. The transaction closed on April 1, 2024 and no material fair value adjustments were recorded during the three months ended September 30, 2024 related to the contribution of our European major domestic appliance business. The loss of $294 million recorded during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 reflects reassessment of the fair value less costs to sell of the disposal group, provisions for tax related indemnities and transaction costs.
For additional information see Note 14 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
Other Fair Value Measurements
The fair value of long-term debt (including current maturities) was $6.5 billion and $6.9 billion at September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively, and was estimated using discounted cash flow analysis based on incremental borrowing rates for similar types of borrowing arrangements (Level 2 input).
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(10) STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
The following table summarizes the changes in stockholders' equity for the periods presented:
Whirlpool Stockholders' Equity
Total
Retained Earnings
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Treasury Stock / Additional Paid-In-Capital
Common Stock
Non-Controlling Interest
Balances, December 31, 2023
$
2,537
$
8,358
$
(2,178)
$
(3,932)
$
114
$
175
Comprehensive income (loss)
Net earnings (loss)
(253)
(259)
—
—
—
6
Other comprehensive income
3
—
3
—
—
—
Comprehensive income (loss)
(250)
(259)
3
—
—
6
Stock issued (repurchased)
(45)
—
—
(45)
—
—
Sale of minority interest in subsidiary
462
—
18
370
—
74
Dividends declared
(94)
(95)
—
—
—
1
Balances, March 31, 2024
$
2,610
$
8,004
$
(2,157)
$
(3,607)
$
114
$
256
Comprehensive income (loss)
Net earnings (loss)
225
219
—
—
—
6
Other comprehensive income
17
—
17
—
—
—
Comprehensive income (loss)
242
219
17
—
—
6
Stock issued (repurchased)
26
—
—
25
1
—
Dividends declared
(96)
(96)
—
—
—
—
Divestitures (1)
577
—
577
—
—
—
Balances, June 30, 2024
$
3,359
$
8,127
$
(1,563)
$
(3,582)
$
115
$
262
Comprehensive income
Net earnings (loss)
114
109
—
—
—
5
Other comprehensive income
(89)
—
(89)
—
—
—
Comprehensive income
25
109
(89)
—
—
5
Stock issued (repurchased)
26
—
—
26
—
—
Purchase of interest in subsidiary
(19)
—
(5)
(14)
Dividends declared
(98)
(96)
—
—
—
(2)
Balances, September 30, 2024
$
3,293
$
8,140
$
(1,652)
$
(3,561)
$
115
$
251
(1) Other comprehensive loss of $440 million related to currency translation and $137 million related to pension has been deconsolidated from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) as part of deconsolidation of European major appliance business as of April 1, 2024. These amounts have been included in the loss on disposal as disclosed in FN 14.
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Whirlpool Stockholders' Equity
Total
Retained Earnings
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Treasury Stock / Additional Paid-In-Capital
Common Stock
Non-Controlling Interest
Balances, December 31, 2022
$
2,506
$
8,261
$
(2,090)
$
(3,949)
$
114
$
170
Comprehensive income (loss)
Net earnings (loss)
(176)
(179)
—
—
—
3
Other comprehensive income
(1)
—
(1)
—
—
—
Comprehensive income (loss)
(177)
(179)
(1)
—
—
3
Stock issued (repurchased)
2
—
—
2
—
—
Dividends declared
(97)
(97)
—
—
—
—
Balances, March 31, 2023
$
2,234
$
7,985
$
(2,091)
$
(3,947)
$
114
$
173
Comprehensive income (loss)
Net earnings (loss)
87
85
—
—
—
2
Other comprehensive income
(39)
—
(39)
—
—
—
Comprehensive income (loss)
48
85
(39)
—
—
2
Stock issued (repurchased)
7
—
—
7
—
—
Dividends declared
(96)
(96)
—
—
—
—
Balances, June 30, 2023
$
2,193
$
7,974
$
(2,130)
$
(3,940)
$
114
$
175
Comprehensive income
Net earnings
85
83
—
—
—
2
Other comprehensive income
55
—
55
—
—
—
Comprehensive income
140
83
55
—
—
2
Stock issued (repurchased)
4
—
—
4
—
—
Dividends declared
(97)
(96)
—
—
—
(1)
Balances, September 30, 2023
$
2,240
$
7,961
$
(2,075)
$
(3,936)
$
114
$
176
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
The following table summarizes our other comprehensive income (loss) and related tax effects for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended September 30,
2024
2023
Millions of dollars
Pre-tax
Tax Effect
Net
Pre-tax
Tax Effect
Net
Currency translation adjustments
$
(84)
$
—
$
(84)
$
16
$
—
$
16
Cash flow hedges
(21)
6
(15)
52
(13)
39
Pension and other postretirement benefits plans
11
(1)
10
—
—
—
Other comprehensive income (loss)
(94)
5
(89)
68
(13)
55
Less: Other comprehensive income (loss) available to noncontrolling interests
—
—
—
—
—
—
Other comprehensive income (loss) available to Whirlpool
$
(94)
$
5
$
(89)
$
68
$
(13)
$
55
25
Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024
2023
Millions of dollars
Pre-tax
Tax Effect
Net
Pre-tax
Tax Effect
Net
Currency translation adjustments
$
(135)
$
—
$
(135)
$
43
$
—
$
43
Cash flow hedges
55
(17)
38
(39)
9
(30)
Pension and other postretirement benefits plans
32
(4)
28
2
—
2
Other comprehensive income (loss)
(48)
(21)
(69)
6
9
15
Less: Other comprehensive income (loss) available to noncontrolling interests
—
—
—
—
—
—
Other comprehensive income (loss) available to Whirlpool
$
(48)
$
(21)
$
(69)
$
6
$
9
$
15
Reclassifications Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
The following table provides the reclassification adjustments out of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), by component, which was included in net earnings for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024:
Three Months Ended
Nine Months Ended
Millions of dollars
(Gain) Loss Reclassified
(Gain) Loss Reclassified
Classification in Earnings
Pension and postretirement benefits, pre-tax
$
10
$
30
Interest and sundry (income) expense
Total
$
10
$
30
26
Net earnings (loss) per Share
Diluted net earnings (loss) per share of common stock include the dilutive effect of stock options and other share-based compensation plans. Basic and diluted net earnings (loss) per share of common stock for the periods presented were calculated as follows:
Three Months Ended September 30,
Nine Months Ended September 30,
Millions of dollars and shares
2024
2023
2024
2023
Numerator for basic and diluted earnings per share - Net earnings (loss) available to Whirlpool
$
109
$
83
$
69
$
(10)
Denominator for basic earnings per share - weighted-average shares
55.2
55.0
55.0
54.9
Effect of dilutive securities - share-based compensation
—
0.3
—
—
Denominator for diluted earnings per share - adjusted weighted-average shares
55.2
55.3
55.0
54.9
Anti-dilutive stock options/awards excluded from earnings per share
1.3
1.0
1.4
1.0
Share Repurchase Program
On April 19, 2021, our Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program of up to $2 billion, which has no expiration date. On February 14, 2022, the Board of Directors authorized an additional $2 billion in share repurchases under the Company's ongoing share repurchase program. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, we repurchased 455,952 shares under the share repurchase program at an aggregate price of approximately $50 million. At September 30, 2024, there were approximately $2.5 billion in remaining funds authorized under this program.
Share repurchases are made from time to time on the open market as conditions warrant. The program does not obligate us to repurchase any of our shares and has no expiration date.
(11) RESTRUCTURING CHARGES
We periodically take action to improve operating efficiencies, typically in connection with business acquisitions or changes in the economic environment. Our footprint and headcount reductions and organizational integration actions relate to discrete, unique restructuring events, primarily reflected in the following plans.
In March 2024, the Company committed to workforce reduction plans in the United States and globally, in an effort to reduce complexity and simplify our organizational model after the European major domestic appliance transaction. The workforce reduction plans included involuntary severance actions as of the end of the first quarter of 2024. Total expected costs for these actions is $23 million, of which we incurred $14 million in employee termination costs and $9 million other associated costs within the first quarter. All of these costs will result in cash settlements primarily in 2024.
During the second quarter of 2024, the Company evaluated additional restructuring actions as part of the Company's organizational simplification efforts. Total costs for these actions were $58 million, of which $8 million was recorded during the third quarter of 2024. These costs were primarily for employee termination costs.
The following table summarizes the changes to our restructuring liability during the nine months ended September 30, 2024:
Millions of Dollars
December 31, 2023
Charge to Earnings
Cash Paid
Non-Cash and Other
September 30, 2024
Employee Termination
$
10
$
66
$
(59)
$
(7)
$
10
Other exit costs
—
15
(11)
—
4
Total
$
10
$
81
$
(70)
$
(7)
$
14
27
The following table summarizes the restructuring charges by operating segment and Corporate for the periods presented:
Millions of dollars
Three Months Ended September 30,
Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024
2023
2024
2023
MDA North America
$
1
$
—
$
29
$
—
MDA Latin America
4
—
25
—
MDA Asia
—
—
6
—
SDA Global
1
—
5
—
Corporate/Other
2
5
16
14
Total
$
8
$
5
$
81
$
14
(12) INCOME TAXES
Income tax expense (benefit) was $45 million and $(85) million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, compared to income tax expense of $86 million and $268 million for the same periods of 2023. The decrease in tax expense is primarily due to an overall lower level of earnings and tax benefits related to the completion of legal entity restructuring projects in connection with the disposal of our European major appliance business, partially offset by associated valuation allowances.
The following table summarizes the difference between income tax expense (benefit) at the U.S. statutory rate of 21% and the income tax expense (benefit) at effective worldwide tax rates for the respective periods:
Three Months Ended September 30,
Nine Months Ended September 30,
Millions of dollars
2024
2023
2024
2023
Earnings (Loss) before income taxes
$
179
$
172
$
31
$
267
Income tax expense (benefit) computed at United States statutory tax rate
38
36
7
56
State and local taxes, net of federal tax benefit
(6)
(6)
(61)
(1)
Valuation allowances
11
8
416
29
Audit and Settlements
11
29
24
83
U.S. foreign income items, net of credits
4
(9)
(12)
(6)
Sale of minority shares and capital gains
—
—
77
—
Legal Entity restructuring tax impact
(7)
—
(601)
—
Non deductible impairments
—
6
64
57
Non deductible fines and penalties
—
—
—
20
Other
(6)
22
1
30
Income tax expense (benefit) computed at effective worldwide tax rates
$
45
$
86
$
(85)
$
268
At the end of each interim period, we estimate the effective tax rate expected to be applicable for the full fiscal year and the impact of discrete items, if any, and adjust the quarterly rate as necessary.
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(13) SEGMENT INFORMATION
Beginning January 1, 2024, we reorganized our operating segment structure to better represent the revised structure within our portfolio transformation, including a greater focus on our strong value creating small domestic appliance business. The Company implemented this change to align with the Company's new operating structure, consistent with how the Company’s Chief Operating Decision Maker evaluates performance and allocates resources in accordance with ASC 280, Segment Reporting.
Our reportable segments consist of Major Domestic Appliances ("MDA") North America; MDA Europe, MDA Latin America; MDA Asia; and Small Domestic Appliances ("SDA") Global. All prior period amounts have been reclassified to conform with current period presentation. The MDA Europe business was deconsolidated upon the completion of the European contribution agreement transaction with Arcelik as of April 1, 2024. For additional information see Note 14 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
The chief operating decision maker, who is the Company's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, evaluates performance based on each segment's earnings (loss) before interest and taxes (EBIT), which we define as operating profit less interest and sundry (income) expense and excluding restructuring costs, asset impairment charges and certain other items that management believes are not indicative of the segment's ongoing performance, if any. Total assets by segment are those assets directly associated with the respective operating activities. The "Other/Eliminations" column primarily includes corporate expenses, assets and eliminations, as well as restructuring costs, asset impairment charges and certain other items that management believes are not indicative of the segment's ongoing performance, if any. Intersegment sales are eliminated within each segment. The tables below summarize performance by operating segment for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended September 30,
OPERATING SEGMENTS
MDA North America
MDA Latin America
MDA Asia
MDA Europe (1)
SDA Global
Other / Eliminations
Total Whirlpool
Net sales
2024
$
2,647
$
846
$
239
$
—
$
261
$
—
$
3,993
2023
2,766
843
219
829
269
—
4,926
Intersegment sales
2024
$
28
$
303
$
10
$
—
$
2
$
(343)
$
—
2023
59
408
11
18
—
(496)
—
Depreciation and amortization
2024
$
40
$
16
$
5
$
—
$
5
$
13
$
79
2023
45
17
5
—
3
14
84
EBIT
2024
$
194
$
58
$
7
$
—
$
37
$
(45)
$
251
2023
254
52
5
2
49
(96)
266
Total assets
September 30, 2024
$
10,254
$
3,876
$
1,176
$
—
$
1,257
$
597
$
17,160
December 31, 2023
10,217
4,037
1,054
685
1,134
185
17,312
Capital expenditures
2024
$
34
$
38
$
3
$
—
$
2
$
10
$
87
2023
41
36
3
21
2
18
121
29
Nine Months Ended September 30,
OPERATING SEGMENTS
MDA North America
MDA Latin America
MDA Asia
MDA Europe (1)
SDA Global
Other / Eliminations
Total Whirlpool
Net sales
2024
$
7,642
$
2,578
$
818
$
804
$
629
$
—
$
12,471
2023
8,130
2,395
748
2,487
607
—
14,367
Intersegment sales
2024
$
96
$
925
$
32
$
23
$
13
$
(1,089)
$
—
2023
167
1,161
31
62
—
(1,421)
—
Depreciation and amortization
2024
$
130
$
48
$
15
$
—
$
13
$
43
$
249
2023
142
52
16
—
9
43
262
EBIT
2024
$
491
$
175
$
38
$
(9)
$
97
$
(517)
$
275
2023
795
137
23
11
89
(532)
523
Total assets
September 30, 2024
$
10,254
$
3,876
$
1,176
$
—
$
1,257
$
597
$
17,160
December 31, 2023
10,217
4,037
1,054
685
1,134
185
17,312
Capital expenditures
2024
$
129
$
125
$
7
$
22
$
5
$
27
$
315
2023
133
80
6
61
9
49
338
(1) MDA Europe consisted of our European major domestic appliance business which was contributed to Beko Europe as of April 1, 2024. See Note 14 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements for additional information on the transaction.
The following table summarizes the reconciling items in the Other/Eliminations column for total EBIT for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended September 30,
Nine Months Ended September 30,
in millions
2024
2023
2024
2023
Items not allocated to segments:
Restructuring charges
$
(8)
$
(5)
$
(81)
$
(14)
Legacy MDA Europe legal matters
—
—
—
(98)
(Loss) gain on sale and disposal of businesses
32
(46)
(260)
(286)
Corporate expenses and other
(69)
(45)
(176)
(134)
Total other/eliminations
$
(45)
$
(96)
$
(517)
$
(532)
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A reconciliation of our segment information for total EBIT to the corresponding amounts in the Consolidated Condensed Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) is shown in the table below for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended September 30,
Nine Months Ended September 30,
in millions
2024
2023
2024
2023
Operating profit
$
265
$
257
$
279
$
603
Interest and sundry (income) expense
(6)
(10)
(27)
77
Equity method investment income (loss), net of tax
(20)
(1)
(31)
(3)
Total EBIT
$
251
$
266
$
275
$
523
Interest expense
92
95
275
259
Income tax expense
45
86
(85)
268
Net earnings (loss)
$
114
$
85
$
85
$
(4)
Less: Net earnings available to noncontrolling interests
5
2
16
6
Net earnings (loss) available to Whirlpool
$
109
$
83
$
69
$
(10)
(14) ACQUISITIONS AND DIVESTITURES
European Major Domestic Appliance Business Held for Sale
On January 16, 2023, Whirlpool entered into a contribution agreement with Arçelik B.V. (“Arcelik”) to carve out and contribute our major domestic appliance European business operations into a newly formed European appliance company which constitutes a combination of Arcelik’s and Whirlpool's European businesses. The sale includes the Company's major domestic appliance business in Europe, including nine production sites.
On June 22, 2023, Whirlpool entered into a share purchase agreement with Arcelik for the sale of our MENA business. The sale was previously agreed upon in principle and announced on January 17, 2023, as part of the outcome of Whirlpool’s strategic review of the EMEA business. The financial impact of the MENA transaction has been included in the loss on sale and disposal of businesses related to the European major domestic appliance business transaction as discussed further below.
The disposal group met the criteria for held for sale accounting during the fourth quarter of 2022. The operations of the European disposal group did not meet the criteria to be presented as discontinued operations.
On April 1, 2024, the parties closed the aforementioned contribution transaction and MENA sale. Upon closing in the second quarter of 2024, the transaction resulted in the deconsolidation of the European major appliances and MENA businesses. Whirlpool owns approximately 25% and Arcelik owns approximately 75% of the European appliance company ("Beko"). In connection with the transactions, we recorded a loss on disposal of $1.5 billion in the fourth quarter of 2022. The loss includes a write-down of the net assets of $1.2 billion of the disposal group to a fair value of $139 million and also includes $393 million of cumulative currency translation adjustments, $98 million of other comprehensive loss on pension and $18 million of other transaction related costs. No goodwill is included in the disposal group.
We recorded an adjustment of $2 million and $294 million, respectively, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, resulting in a total loss of $1.9 billion for the transaction. These adjustments are recorded in the loss on sale and disposal of businesses and reflect ongoing reassessment of the fair value less costs to sell of the disposal group, transaction costs and provision for tax related indemnities recorded at closing of the transaction.
Both Whirlpool and Arcelik retain an option for Arcelik to purchase the remaining equity interest in Beko for fair value, which could be material to the financial statements of the Company, depending on the performance of the business.
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The European disposal group was deconsolidated as of April 1, 2024. The following table presents the carrying amounts of the major classes of the disposal group's assets and liabilities as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
Millions of dollars
September 30, 2024
December 31, 2023
Carrying amounts of major classes of assets
Current Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$
—
$
97
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $0 and $28, respectively
—
578
Inventories
—
589
Prepaid and other current assets
—
94
Total current assets
—
1,358
Property, net of accumulated depreciation of $0 and $1,442, respectively
—
952
Right of use assets
—
162
Other intangibles, net of accumulated amortization of $0 and $149, respectively
—
286
Deferred income taxes
—
574
Other noncurrent assets
—
13
Total noncurrent assets
—
1,987
Total assets
$
—
$
3,345
Carrying amounts of major classes of liabilities
Current liabilities
Accounts payable
$
—
$
1,266
Accrued expenses
—
218
Accrued advertising and promotions
—
171
Employee compensation
—
120
Notes payable
—
4
Other current liabilities
—
97
Total current liabilities
—
1,876
Noncurrent liabilities
Pension benefits
—
168
Lease liabilities
—
132
Other noncurrent liabilities
—
87
Total noncurrent liabilities
—
387
Total liabilities
$
—
$
2,263
Total net assets of the disposal group classified as held for sale
$
—
$
1,082
Assets held for sale
Fair value of consideration
$
—
$
144
Liabilities held for sale
Cumulative currency translation adjustment and Other comprehensive income on pension
$
—
$
587
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The following table summarizes MDA Europe's earnings (loss) available to Whirlpool before income taxes for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and September 30, 2023 respectively:
Nine Months Ended September 30,
in millions
2024
2023
Earnings (loss) before income taxes
$
(9)
$
12
Earnings (loss) before income taxes exclude intercompany other income and expense, which is eliminated at the Total Whirlpool level.
Whirlpool India share sale
On November 30, 2023, the Company announced its intention to enter into one or more transactions to sell up to 24% of the outstanding shares of its publicly listed Whirlpool of India Limited subsidiary (“Whirlpool India”) in 2024, and to retain a majority interest following completion of the sale.
On February 20, 2024, the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Whirlpool Mauritius Limited (“Seller”), executed the sale of 30.4 million equity shares of Whirlpool India via an on-market trade. The sale, which was accounted for as an equity transaction, reduced Seller’s ownership in Whirlpool India from 75% to 51%, and generated proceeds of $462 million on settlement.
Latin America sale of Brastemp water filtration subscription business
On January 16, 2024, the Company entered into a share purchase agreement with a third-party buyer to sell the Company's Brastemp-branded water filtration subscription business in the Latin America region and the transaction closed on July 1, 2024. The Company received proceeds of approximately 294 million Brazilian reais (approximately $52 million at the date of transaction) and recorded a gain of approximately $34 million during the third quarter of 2024. The disposal group met the criteria of held for sale at December 31, 2023. The carrying amounts of the disposal group's assets and liabilities as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively, are immaterial. The disposal group's earnings (loss) available to Whirlpool before income taxes for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, and 2023, respectively, are also immaterial.
ITEM 2.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The following Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (MD&A) is intended to promote understanding of the results of operations and financial condition of the Company and generally discusses the results of operations for the current three and nine months ended periods compared to the same prior-year periods. MD&A is provided as a supplement to, and should be read in connection with, the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements and Notes to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements included in this Form 10-Q.
Certain references to particular information in the Notes to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements are made to assist readers.
ABOUT WHIRLPOOL
Whirlpool Corporation ("Whirlpool") is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. The company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2023, the Company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Beginning January 1, 2024, we are conducting our business through five operating segments, which consist of Major Domestic Appliances ("MDA") North America; MDA Europe (deconsolidated as of April 1, 2024), MDA Latin America; MDA Asia; and Small Domestic Appliances ("SDA") Global.
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OVERVIEW
Whirlpool delivered third-quarter GAAP net earnings (loss) available to Whirlpool of $109 million (net earnings margin of 2.7%), or $2.00 per share, compared to GAAP net earnings (loss) available to Whirlpool of $83 million (net earnings margin of 1.7%), or $1.53 per share in the same prior-year period. Whirlpool delivered cash provided by (used in) operating activities of $(271) million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to $(322) million in the same prior year period and free cash flow (non-GAAP) of $(586) million, compared to free cash flow of $(660) million in the same prior year period.
Whirlpool delivered third-quarter ongoing (non-GAAP) earnings per share of $3.43 and ongoing EBIT margin of 5.8%, compared to $5.45 and 6.5% in the same prior-year period.
On a GAAP basis, net earnings margins were impacted by the gain on sale and disposal of businesses (see Note 14 for further information) and restructuring expenses related to organizational simplification. On a GAAP basis, net earnings were also impacted by lower income tax expense, primarily due to an overall lower level of earnings and tax benefits related to the completion of legal entity restructuring projects in connection with the disposal of our European major appliance business, partially offset by associated valuation allowances. On a GAAP and ongoing basis, quarterly results were also impacted by negative price/mix and foreign currency.
Our global organizational simplification and MDA North America promotional program price increase actions continue to deliver shareholder value as we navigate through a challenging macro environment in North America. This is demonstrated by the continued sequential margin expansion in the third-quarter. We remain confident in delivering $300-$400 million of cost take out and continued sequential margin progression through 2024.
For additional information regarding non-GAAP financial measures, see the Non-GAAP Financial Measures section of this Management's Discussion and Analysis.
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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The following table summarizes the consolidated results of operations for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended September 30,
Nine Months Ended September 30,
Consolidated - Millions of dollars, except per share data
2024
2023
Better/(Worse) %
2024
2023
Better/(Worse) %
Net sales
$
3,993
$
4,926
(18.9)%
$
12,471
$
14,367
(13.2)%
Gross margin
643
799
(19.5)
1,910
2,378
(19.7)
Selling, general and administrative
395
473
16.5
1,266
1,436
11.8
Restructuring costs
8
5
(60.0)
81
14
(478.6)
Loss (gain) on sale and disposal of businesses
(32)
46
nm
260
286
(9.1)
Interest and sundry (income) expense
(6)
(10)
40.0
(27)
77
nm
Interest expense
92
95
3.2
275
259
(6.2)
Income tax expense (benefit)
45
86
47.7
(85)
268
nm
Net earnings (loss) available to Whirlpool
$
109
$
83
31.3
$
69
$
(10)
nm
Diluted net earnings (loss) available to Whirlpool per share (2)
$
2.00
$
1.53
30.7%
$
1.26
$
(0.18)
nm
(1) Not meaningful ("nm")
(2) As a result of the GAAP earnings loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 the impact of antidilutive shares was excluded from the loss per share calculation on a GAAP basis.
Consolidated net sales decreased 18.9% and 13.2% for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same periods in 2023. The decrease for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 was primarily driven by divestiture of our European major domestic appliances business. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, net sales decreased 17.4% and 12.7% for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to the same periods in 2023.
The consolidated gross margin percentage for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 decreased to 16.1% and 15.3% compared to 16.2% and 16.6% in the same prior-year periods. The decrease was primarily driven by volume and unfavorable product price/mix, partially offset by cost productivity.
Beginning January 1, 2024, we are conducting our business through five operating segments, which consist of MDA North America; MDA Europe (deconsolidated as of April 1, 2024); MDA Latin America; MDA Asia; and SDA Global. The chief operating decision maker evaluates performance based on each segment's earnings (loss) before interest and taxes (EBIT), which we define as operating profit less interest and sundry (income) expense and excluding restructuring costs, asset impairment charges and certain other items that management believes are not indicative of the region's ongoing performance, if any. For additional information, see Note 13 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
The following is a discussion of results for each of our operating segments. Each of our operating segments have been impacted by some disruptions in supply chains and distribution channels, among other macroeconomic impacts.
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MDA NORTH AMERICA
Net Sales
Net sales decreased 4.3% and 6.0% for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same periods in 2023. The decrease was primarily driven by unfavorable impacts of product price/mix. Excluding the impact from foreign currency, net sales decreased 4.2% and 5.9% for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to the same periods in 2023.
EBIT
EBIT decreased for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same periods in 2023. The decrease for the three and nine months ended was primarily due to unfavorable product price/mix. EBIT margin was 7.3% and 6.4%for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to 9.2% and 9.8% for the same periods in 2023.
MDA LATIN AMERICA
Net Sales
Net sales increased 0.4% and 7.6%for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to the same periods in 2023. The increase was primarily driven by increased volume, partially offset by the unfavorable impacts of foreign currency and product price/mix. Excluding the impact from foreign currency, net sales increased 8.8% and 10.7%for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2023.
EBIT
EBIT increased for the three and nine months ended months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same periods in 2023. The increase for the three and nine months ended was primarily driven by increased volume, partially offset by unfavorable product price/mix. EBIT margin was 6.9% and 6.8%for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to 6.2% and 5.7%for the same periods in 2023.
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MDA ASIA
Net Sales
Net sales increased 9.1% and 9.4%for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same periods in 2023. The increase was primarily driven by increased volume and favorable product price/mix. Excluding the impact from foreign currency, net sales increased 10.3% and 10.6%for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same periods in 2023.
EBIT
EBIT increased for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same periods in 2023. The increase was primarily driven by increased volume and favorable product price/mix. EBIT margin was 2.9% and 4.6%for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to 2.3% and 3.1%for the same periods in 2023.
SDA GLOBAL
Net Sales
Net sales decreased 3.0% and increased 3.6%for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same periods in 2023. The decrease for the three months ended was primarily driven by unfavorable impacts of product price/mix, partially offset by increased volumes. The increase for the nine months ended was primary driven by increased volumes, partially offset by unfavorable impacts of product price/mix. Excluding the impact from foreign currency, net sales decreased 3.3% and increased 3.6%for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same periods in 2023.
EBIT
EBIT decreased for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and increased for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same periods in 2023. The decrease for the three months ended was primarily driven by unfavorable product price/mix and increased marketing investments. The increase for the nine months ended was primarily driven by increased volumes, partially offset by unfavorable impacts of product price/mix. EBIT margin was 14.2% and 15.4%for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to 18.2% and 14.7%for the same periods in 2023.
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MDA EUROPE
Net Sales and EBIT
MDA Europe consisted of our European major domestic appliance business which was contributed to Beko Europe as of April 1, 2024. Therefore, the Company had no net sales or EBIT for MDA Europe during the second or third quarter of 2024. For additional information on the financial performance of MDA Europe for the three months ended March 31, 2024, see our Form 10-Q for the quarter then ended.
Selling, General and Administrative
The following table summarizes selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales by region for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended September 30,
Nine Months Ended September 30,
Millions of dollars
2024
As a % of Net Sales
2023 (1)
As a % of Net Sales
2024
As a % of Net Sales
2023(1)
As a % of Net Sales
MDA North America
$
191
7.2
%
$
187
6.8
%
$
573
7.5
%
$
597
7.3
%
MDA Latin America
76
8.9
76
9.0
229
8.9
227
9.5
MDA Asia
29
12.0
23
10.5
84
10.2
75
10.0
MDA Europe
—
nm
88
10.6
90
11.1
248
10.0
SDA Global
47
17.7
44
16.3
136
21.6
131
21.6
Corporate/other
52
—
55
—
154
—
158
—
Consolidated
$
395
9.9
%
$
473
9.6
%
$
1,266
10.2
%
$
1,436
10.0
%
(1) Effective January 1st, 2024, we reorganized our operating segment structure. All prior period amounts have been reclassified to conform with current period presentation. For additional information, see Note 13 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
(2) Not meaningful ("nm")
Consolidated selling, general and administrative expenses decreased for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to the same periods in 2023 primarily due to the disposal of our European major domestic appliance business on April 1, 2024.
For additional information, see Notes 1 and 14 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
Restructuring
We incurred restructuring charges of $8 million and $81 millionfor the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to $5 millionand$14 million for the same periods in 2023. For additional information, see Note 11 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
For the full year 2024, we expect to incur approximately $85 million of restructuring charges, inclusive of the restructuring charges recorded for the nine months ended September 30, 2024. Substantially all will result in cash settlement.
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(Gain) Loss on Sale and Disposal of Businesses
(Gain) loss on sale and disposal of businesses was $(32) million and $260 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, and $46 million and 286 million for the same periods of 2023.
The European disposal group was deconsolidated as of April 1, 2024. We recorded an adjustment of $2 million and $294 million, respectively, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, resulting in a total loss of $1.9 billion for the transaction. These adjustments reflect the reassessment of the fair value less costs to sell of the disposal group, transaction costs and provision for tax related indemnities. We recorded an adjustment of $46 million and $286 million, respectively, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 which reflected the reassessment of the fair value less costs to sell, primarily driven by fluctuations of net working capital, of the disposal group and transaction costs.
We also recorded a gain of approximately $34 million during the third quarter of 2024 related to the sale of the Company's Brastemp-branded water filtration subscription business in the Latin America region.
For additional information, see Note 14 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
Interest and Sundry (Income) Expense
Net interest and sundry expense decreased for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same prior year periods in 2023. The decrease for the nine months ended is primarily due to reserves for legacy EMEA legal matters recorded in the prior year.
Interest Expense
Interest expense was $92 million and $275 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to $95 million and $259 million in the same prior year periods of 2023.
Income Taxes
Income tax expense (benefit) was $45 million and $(85) millionfor the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to income tax expense of $86 million and $268 millionin the same prior year periods of 2023. The decrease for the three months ended September 30, 2024 is primarily due to an overall lower level of earnings and tax benefits related to the completion of legal entity restructuring projects in connection with the disposal of our European major appliance business, partially offset by associated valuation allowances. For more information, see Note 12 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
Other Information
Our Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates for goodwill and other indefinite-lived intangibles are disclosed in Note 1 to the Consolidated Financial Statements and in Management's Discussion and Analysis of our annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.
We continue to monitor the significant global economic uncertainty to assess the outlook for demand for our products and the impact on our business and our overall financial performance. Our Maytag and InSinkErator trademarks continue to be at risk at September 30, 2024. None of our reporting units or other indefinite-lived intangible assets are presently at risk for future impairment.
For additional information, see Note 1 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND LIQUIDITY
Background
Our objective is to finance our business through operating cash flow and the appropriate mix of long-term and short-term debt. By diversifying the maturity structure, we avoid concentrations of debt, reducing liquidity risk. We have varying needs for short-term working capital financing as a result of the nature of our business. We regularly review our capital structure and liquidity priorities, which include funding innovation and growth through capital expenditures and research and development expenditures as well as opportunistic mergers
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and acquisitions; and providing returns to shareholders through dividends, share repurchases and maintaining our strong investment grade rating.
The Company believes that free cash flow provides stockholders with a relevant measure of liquidity and a useful basis for assessing Whirlpool's ability to fund its activities and obligations. Whirlpool has historically been able to leverage its strong free cash flow generation to fund our operations, pay for any debt servicing costs and allocate capital for reinvestment in our business, funding share repurchases and dividend payments.
On February 20, 2024, Whirlpool’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Whirlpool Mauritius Limited, executed the sale of 30.4 million equity shares of Whirlpool India via an on-market trade. The transaction reduced Whirlpool’s ownership in Whirlpool India from 75% to 51%, and generated sales proceeds of approximately $462 million on settlement. The Company used transaction proceeds to reduce debt.
Our short-term potential uses of liquidity include funding our business operations, ongoing capital spending, debt repayment, and returns to shareholders. As of September 30, 2024, we had $350 million of debt maturing within the next twelve months, which we expect to pay through refinancing, free cash flow generation, cash on hand, or a combination thereof.
We monitor the credit ratings and market indicators of credit risk of our lending, depository, derivative counterparty banks, and customers regularly, and take certain actions to manage credit risk. We diversify our deposits and investments in short-term cash equivalents to limit the concentration of exposure by counterparty.
Cash and cash equivalents
The Company had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $1.1 billion at September 30, 2024. For cash in each of its foreign subsidiaries, the Company makes an assertion regarding the amount of earnings intended for permanent reinvestment, with the balance available to be repatriated to the United States. The cash held by foreign subsidiaries for permanent reinvestment is generally used to finance the subsidiaries' operational activities and expected future foreign investments. Our intent is to permanently reinvest these funds outside of the United States and our current plans do not demonstrate a need to repatriate the cash to fund our U.S. operations. However, if these funds were repatriated, we would be required to accrue and pay applicable United States taxes (if any) and withholding taxes payable to various countries. It is not practicable to estimate the amount of the deferred tax liability associated with the repatriation of cash due to the complexity of its hypothetical calculation.
At September 30, 2024, we had cash or cash equivalents greater than 1% of our consolidated assets in Brazil (2.8%) and India (1.7%). In addition, we had third-party accounts receivable outside of the United States greater than 1% of our consolidated assets in Brazil, which represented 1.1%. We continue to monitor general financial instability and uncertainty globally.
Revolving credit facility and other committed credit facilities
The Company maintains a $3.5 billion revolving credit facility and a committed $1.5 billion term loan as of September 30, 2024. In addition to these facilities, we have committed credit facilities in Brazil and India that provide borrowings up to approximately $195 million at September 30, 2024.
We were in compliance with our interest coverage ratio under the revolving credit facility and term loan as of September 30, 2024. For additional information, see Note 5 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
Notes payable
Notes payable consists of short-term borrowings payable to banks and commercial paper, which are generally used to fund working capital requirements. At September 30, 2024, we have $609 million of notes payable outstanding primarily under the commercial paper programs. For additional information, see Note 5 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
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Trade customers
We continue to review customer conditions globally. We had no material impacts from customer insolvencies during the three months ended September 30, 2024, nor do we have immediate visibility into material customer insolvency situations occurring in the future. We continue to monitor these situations, considering each geographic region, the unique credit risk specific to the country, marketplace and economic environment, and take appropriate risk mitigation steps.
For additional information on guarantees, see Note 6 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
Share Repurchase Program
For additional information about our share repurchase program, see Note 10 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
Sources and Uses of Cash
The following table summarizes the net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents for the periods presented:
Nine Months Ended September 30,
Millions of dollars
2024
2023
Cash provided by (used in):
Operating activities
$
(271)
$
(322)
Investing activities
(466)
(343)
Financing activities
222
(203)
Effect of exchange rate changes
(68)
28
Less: (decrease) increase in cash classified as held for sale
—
5
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
$
(583)
$
(835)
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
Cash used in operating activities decreased during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same prior year period in 2023. The decrease in cash used in operating activities was primarily driven by fluctuations in working capital due to lower inventory from reduced sales volumes.
The timing of cash flows from operations varies significantly throughout the year primarily due to changes in production levels, sales patterns, promotional programs, funding requirements, credit management, as well as receivable and payment terms. Depending on the timing of cash flows, the location of cash balances, as well as the liquidity requirements of each country, external sources of funding are used to support working capital requirements.
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Cash used in investing activities during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 increased compared to the same period in 2023, primarily driven by the contribution of $245 million of cash and cash equivalents held in MDA Europe.
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
Cash provided by financing activities during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 increased compared to the same period in 2023 primarily due to increased short-term borrowings and the sale of minority interest shares in Whirlpool India, partially offset by purchase of additional interest in Elica PB India.
Financing Arrangements
The Company had total committed credit facilities of approximately $5.2 billion at September 30, 2024. These facilities are geographically reflective of the Company's global operations. The Company is confident that the committed credit facilities are sufficient to support its global operations. We had $1.5 billion and $2.0 billion
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drawn on the committed credit facilities (representing amounts drawn on the term loan) at September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively, which were used to fund the InSinkErator acquisition in the fourth quarter of 2022.
For additional information about our financing arrangements, see Note 5 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
Dividends
On both August 19, 2024 and October 15, 2024, our Board of Directors approved a quarterly dividend on our common stock of $1.75 per share.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
In the ordinary course of business, we enter into agreements with financial institutions to issue bank guarantees, letters of credit, and surety bonds. These agreements are primarily associated with unresolved tax matters in Brazil, as is customary under local regulations, and other governmental obligations and debt agreements. At September 30, 2024, we had approximately $363 million outstanding under these agreements.
For additional information about our off-balance sheet arrangements, see Notes 5 and 6 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
We supplement the reporting of our financial information determined under U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) with certain non-GAAP financial measures, some of which we refer to as "ongoing" measures, including:
•Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT)
•EBIT margin
•Ongoing EBIT
•Ongoing earnings per diluted share
•Ongoing EBIT margin
•Sales excluding foreign currency
•Free cash flow
•Adjusted effective tax rate
Ongoing measures, including ongoing earnings per diluted share and ongoing EBIT, exclude items that may not be indicative of, or are unrelated to, results from our ongoing operations and provide a better baseline for analyzing trends in our underlying businesses. EBIT margin is calculated by dividing EBIT by net sales. Ongoing EBIT margin is calculated by dividing ongoing EBIT by net sales. Sales excluding foreign currency is calculated by translating the current period net sales, in functional currency, to U.S. dollars using the prior-year period's exchange rate compared to the prior-year period net sales. Management believes that sales excluding foreign currency provides stockholders with a clearer basis to assess our results over time, excluding the impact of exchange rate fluctuations. We also disclose segment EBIT, which we define as operating profit less interest and sundry (income) expense and excluding restructuring costs, asset impairment charges and certain other items, if any, that management believes are not indicative of the region's ongoing performance, as the financial metric used by the Company's Chief Operating Decision Maker to evaluate performance and allocate resources in accordance with ASC 280, Segment Reporting. Management believes that the adjusted tax rate provides stockholders with a meaningful, consistent comparison of the Company's effective tax rate, excluding the pre-tax income and tax effect of certain unique items.
Management believes that free cash flow provides stockholders with a relevant measure of liquidity and a useful basis for assessing Whirlpool's ability to fund its activities and obligations. The Company provides free
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cash flow related metrics, such as free cash flow as a percentage of net sales, as long-term management goals, not an element of its annual financial guidance, and as such does not provide a reconciliation of free cash flow to cash provided by (used in) operating activities, the most directly comparable GAAP measure, for these long-term goal metrics. Any such reconciliation would rely on market factors and certain other conditions and assumptions that are outside of the Company's control. Whirlpool does not provide a non-GAAP reconciliation for its other forward-looking long-term value creation and other goals, such as organic net sales, EBIT, and Net debt/Ongoing EBITDA, as such reconciliation would rely on market factors and certain other conditions and assumptions that are outside of the company’s control.
We believe that these non-GAAP measures provide meaningful information to assist investors and stockholders in understanding our financial results and assessing our prospects for future performance, and reflect an additional way of viewing aspects of our operations that, when viewed with our GAAP financial measures, provide a more complete understanding of our business. Because non-GAAP financial measures are not standardized, it may not be possible to compare these financial measures with other companies' non-GAAP financial measures having the same or similar names. These non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for reported net earnings (loss) available to Whirlpool, net sales, net earnings (loss) as a percentage of net sales (net earnings margin), net earnings (loss) per diluted share and cash provided by (used in) operating activities, the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures. We strongly encourage investors and stockholders to review our financial statements and publicly-filed reports in their entirety and not to rely on any single financial measure.
Please refer to a reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures below.
Ongoing Earnings Before Interest & Taxes (EBIT) Reconciliation:
in millions
Three Months Ended September 30,
2024
2023
Net earnings (loss) available to Whirlpool (1)
$
109
$
83
Net earnings (loss) available to noncontrolling interests
5
2
Income tax expense (benefit)
45
86
Interest expense
92
95
Earnings (loss) before interest & taxes
$
251
$
266
Restructuring expense (a)
8
—
Impact of M&A transactions (b)
(26)
56
Ongoing EBIT (2)
$
233
$
322
(1)Net earnings (loss) margin is approximately 2.7%for the three months September 30, 2024 compared to 1.7%in the same prior year period. Net earnings margin is calculated by dividing net earnings (loss) available to Whirlpool by consolidated net sales for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and September 30, 2023, respectively.
(2)Ongoing EBIT margin is approximately 5.8%for the three months ended September 30, 2024 compared to 6.5%in the same prior year period. Ongoing EBIT margin is calculated by dividing Ongoing EBIT by consolidated net sales for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and September 30, 2023, respectively.
Ongoing Earnings Per Diluted Share Reconciliation
Three Months Ended September 30,
2024
2023
Earnings (loss) per diluted share
$
2.00
$
1.53
Impact of M&A transactions (b)
(0.47)
1.02
Restructuring expense (a)
0.14
—
Income tax impact
(0.10)
0.34
Normalized tax rate adjustment (c)
1.86
2.56
Ongoing earnings per diluted share
$
3.43
$
5.45
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Free Cash Flow (FCF) Reconciliation:
in millions
Nine Months Ended September 30,
Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024
2023
Cash provided by (used in) operating activities
$
(271)
$
(322)
Capital expenditures
(315)
(338)
Free cash flow
$
(586)
$
(660)
Cash provided by (used in) investing activities
$
(466)
$
(343)
Cash provided by (used in) financing activities
$
222
$
(203)
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Footnotes
(a)RESTRUCTURING EXPENSE - In March 2024, the Company committed to workforce reduction plans. $23 million was recorded during the first quarter, of which $14 million was employee termination costs and $9 million was other associated exit costs. During the second quarter of 2024, the Company evaluated additional restructuring actions as part of the Company's organizational simplification efforts. Total costs for these actions were $58 million, of which $8 million was recorded during the third quarter of 2024. These costs were primarily for employee termination costs.
(b)IMPACT OF M&A TRANSACTIONS - On January 16, 2023, the Company signed a contribution agreement to contribute our European major domestic appliance business into a newly formed entity with Arcelik. In connection with the transaction, the Company recorded a loss on disposal of $294 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, of which $2 million was incurred in the third quarter of 2024.
The Company also recorded a gain of approximately $34 million during the third quarter of 2024 related to the sale of the Company's Brastemp-branded water filtration subscription business related to our portfolio transformation.
Additionally, the Company incurred other unique transaction related costs related to portfolio transformation for a total of $23 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, of which $6 million was incurred in the third quarter of 2024. These transaction costs are recorded in Selling, General and Administrative expenses on our Consolidated Condensed Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss).
For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, a loss on disposal of $286 million was recorded, of which $46 million was recorded during the third quarter. Additionally, the Company incurred other unique transaction related costs related to portfolio transformation for a total of $10 million for the three months ended September 30, 2023. These transaction costs are recorded in Selling, General and Administrative expenses on our Consolidated Condensed Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss).
(c) NORMALIZED TAX RATE ADJUSTMENT - During the third quarter of 2024, the Company calculated a GAAP tax rate of 25%. Ongoing earnings per share was calculated using an adjusted tax rate of (32)%, which excludes the non-taxable impact of M&A transactions of approximately $(26) million recorded in the third quarter of 2024 and certain other tax impacts related to Europe transaction. The Company expects a full-year GAAP tax rate of approximately 65% and adjusted effective tax rate of (18) - (22)%, revised from the prior quarter estimate of 25% and (8)%, respectively, primarily due to updated legal entity restructuring impacts as we have further refined the estimated benefits of our tax planning strategies since closing the Europe transaction.
During the third quarter of 2023, the Company calculated ongoing earnings per share using an adjusted effective tax rate of (33)%, to reconcile to our full-year ongoing 2023 adjusted effective tax rate between (5.0)% to 0%, which excludes the non-tax deductible impact of M&A transactions and reflects certain expected tax benefits related to legal entity restructuring transactions.
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FORWARD-LOOKING PERSPECTIVE
Earnings per diluted share presented below are net of tax. We currently estimate our anticipated 2024 full-year GAAP tax rate of approximately 65% and adjusted tax rate of (18) - (22)%. We currently estimate earnings per diluted share for 2024 as follows:
2024
Current Outlook
Estimated GAAP earnings per diluted share, for the year ending December 31, 2024
~$0.50
Including:
Impact of M&A transactions
$5.25
Restructuring expense
$1.50
Income tax impact
$1.25
Normalized tax rate adjustment
$3.25
Industry Demand
MDA North America
Flat
MDA Latin America
5-7%
MDA Asia
4-6%
SDA Global
Flat
MDA Europe (Q1 Actuals)
(1)%
For the full-year 2024, we expect to generate cash from operating activities of approximately $1,050 million and free cash flow of approximately $500 million, including restructuring cash outlays of approximately $80 million and capital expenditures of approximately $550 million.
Additionally, in the full-year 2024 outlook, the Company calculated ongoing earnings per share using a full-year adjusted tax (non-GAAP) rate of (18) - (22)%. Subsequent to the closure of the Europe transaction, the Company has recorded certain significant tax benefits related to legal entity restructuring transactions. Additional tax impacts from legal entity restructuring projects are possible in future quarters, and those future impacts have been included in our expected full-year non-GAAP tax rate. Reconciling from our expected full-year GAAP tax rate of approximately 65%, certain Europe transaction tax impacts have been adjusted from our full-year adjusted tax (non-GAAP) rate of (18) - (22)%.
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The table below reconciles projected 2024 cash provided by operating activities determined in accordance with GAAP to free cash flow, a non-GAAP measure. Management believes that free cash flow provides stockholders with a relevant measure of liquidity and a useful basis for assessing Whirlpool's ability to fund its activities and obligations. There are limitations to using non-GAAP financial measures, including the difficulty associated with comparing companies that use similarly named non-GAAP measures whose calculations may differ from our calculations. We define free cash flow as cash provided by operating activities less capital expenditures. For additional information regarding non-GAAP financial measures, see the Non-GAAP Financial Measures section of this Management's Discussion and Analysis.
Millions of dollars
2024
Current Outlook
Cash provided by (used in) operating activities (1)
~$1,050
Capital expenditures
~$550
Free cash flow
~$500
(1)Financial guidance on a GAAP basis for cash provided by (used in) financing activities and cash provided by (used in) investing activities has not been provided because in order to prepare any such estimate or projection, the Company would need to rely on market factors and certain other conditions and assumptions that are outside of its control.
The projections above are based on many estimates and are inherently subject to change based on future decisions made by management and the Board of Directors of Whirlpool, and significant economic, competitive and other uncertainties and contingencies. Additional information concerning these and other factors can be found in the "Risk Factors" section of our Annual Report on Form 10-K, as updated in Part II, Item 1A of our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q.
OTHER MATTERS
For additional information regarding certain of our loss contingencies/litigation, see Note 6 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements. Unfavorable outcomes in these proceedings could have a material adverse effect on our financial statements in any particular reporting period.
Antidumping Petitions
As previously reported, Whirlpool filed petitions in 2011 and 2015 alleging that Samsung, LG and Electrolux violated U.S. and international trade laws by dumping large residential washers into the U.S. Those petitions resulted in orders imposing antidumping duties on certain large residential washers imported from South Korea, Mexico, and China, and countervailing duties on certain large residential washers from South Korea. In August 2022, the order covering certain large residential washers from China was extended for an additional five years. In September 2024, the order covering certain large residential washers from Mexico was extended for an additional five years.
Raw Materials and Global Economy
The current domestic and international political environment have contributed to uncertainty surrounding the future state of the global economy. We have experienced raw material inflation in certain prior years based on the impact of U.S. tariffs and other global macroeconomic factors. Due to many factors beyond our control, including the Israel-Palestinian conflict, the Red Sea conflict and its impact on shipping and logistics and government actions in China, among other factors, we expect to continue to be impacted by the following factors: a strain on raw material and input cost inflation, and fluctuations in logistics availability, timing and costs, all of which began easing in 2023 but remain volatile. This could require us to modify our current business practices, and could have a material adverse effect on our financial statements in any particular reporting period.
ITEM 3.
QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
There have been no material changes to our exposures to market risk since December 31, 2023.
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ITEM 4.
CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
(a)Evaluation of disclosure controls and procedures
Prior to filing this report, we completed an evaluation under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934) as of September 30, 2024. Based on this evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective at the reasonable assurance level as of September 30, 2024.
(b)Changes in internal control over financial reporting
There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the most recent quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1.
LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
Information with respect to legal proceedings can be found under the heading "Commitments and Contingencies" in Note 6 to the Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements contained in Part I, Item 1 of this report. Pursuant to SEC regulation, the Company will use a threshold of $1 million for purposes of determining whether disclosure of certain environmental proceedings covered by the regulation is required.
ITEM 1A.
RISK FACTORS
There have been no material changes in our risk factors from those disclosed in Part I, Item 1A to our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.
ITEM 2.
UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS
On April 19, 2021, our Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program of up to $2 billion, which has no expiration date. On February 14, 2022, the Board of Directors authorized an additional $2 billion in share repurchases under the Company's ongoing share repurchase program. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, we repurchased 455,952 shares under these programs at an aggregate price of approximately $50 million. At September 30, 2024, there were approximately $2.5 billion in remaining funds authorized under this program.
The following table summarizes repurchases of Whirlpool's common stock in the three months ended September 30, 2024:
Period (Millions of dollars, except number and price per share)
Total Number of Shares Purchased
Average Price Paid per Share
Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs
Approximate Dollar Value of Shares that May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans
July 1, 2024 through July 31, 2024
—
—
$
2,537
August 1, 2024 through August 31, 2024
—
—
2,537
September 1, 2024 through September 30, 2024
—
—
2,537
Total
—
—
Share repurchases are made from time to time on the open market as conditions warrant. The program does not obligate us to repurchase any of our shares and has no expiration date.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
(Registrant)
By:
/s/ JAMES W. PETERS
Name:
James W. Peters
Title:
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial and Administrative Officer