Why Whirlpool Stock Is Up Big Today
Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR) is reportedly a potential acquisition target for a German industrial conglomerate.
Shares of the U.S. appliance maker traded up as much as 19% on Wednesday, and were up 15% as of 11 a.m. based on speculation that a potential offer with a premium could appear.
Whirlpool is one of the largest manufacturers of home appliances based in the United States, with a business increasingly under pressure from foreign rivals. In recent years, the company has divested its Middle Eastern and African operations and formed a joint venture to manage its European business, part of a plan to conserve cash and fight off competition in its home markets.
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Whirlpool Corp. Stock
Our community is currently low on Whirlpool Corp. with 2 Buy predictions and 5 Sell predictions.
With a target price of 36 € there is a slightly negative potential of -9.98% for Whirlpool Corp. compared to the current price of 39.99 €.


