Rep. Maria Elvira Sells Whirlpool (WHR) Stock

On May 11, 2026, Maria Elvira, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, sold shares of Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR). The transaction was valued between $1,001 and $15,000, according to a STOCK Act filing reported on June 9, 2026.

Whirlpool Corporation Stock Up 51.5%

Shares of Whirlpool Corporation traded near $42.89 at the time of Maria Elvira's sale. The company, with a market cap of approximately $2.78 billion, has a P/E ratio of 14.54 and a forward P/E of 8.77. Whirlpool's stock has seen a 52-week low of $38.38 and a high of $111.96, with 50-day and 200-day moving averages at $48.74 and $69.20, respectively. The company's debt-to-equity ratio stands at 188.34, with a current ratio of 0.88 and a quick ratio of 0.32.

Recent Earnings

In its most recent earnings report, Whirlpool Corporation posted a revenue of $15.18 billion, marking a decline of 9.6% from the previous period. The company's earnings per share stood at $2.95, with a net margin of 1.09% and a return on equity of 5.48%. Whirlpool's next earnings announcement is scheduled for May 6, 2026.

Dividend

Whirlpool offers an annual dividend rate of $4.45, yielding 9.9%. The company's dividend payout ratio is currently 150.85%.

Insider Buying and Selling at Whirlpool Corporation

In April 2026, several insiders, including Judith Buckner, James Loree, John Morikis, Geraldine Elliott, Greg Creed, and Diane Dietz, each acquired 2,811 shares of Whirlpool stock. These purchases were not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Analysts have recently updated their views on Whirlpool Corporation. On May 14, 2026, Goldman Sachs downgraded the stock to a 'hold' rating with a $53 price target. On May 11, both JP Morgan and Citigroup maintained their 'hold' ratings with respective targets of $52 and $50. RBC Capital maintained a 'sell' rating with a $32 target on May 8.

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation, based in Benton Harbor, Michigan, is a leading manufacturer and marketer of home appliances and related products. Operating in the consumer cyclical sector, the company offers a wide range of products, including refrigerators, laundry appliances, and dishwashers, under brands such as Whirlpool, Maytag, and KitchenAid. Whirlpool employs around 41,000 people globally and is led by CEO Mr. Marc Robert Bitzer.

Bottom Line

Maria Elvira's sale of Whirlpool shares is part of routine financial disclosures by U.S. lawmakers. While this transaction doesn't necessarily reflect current views on the stock, it provides insight into political figures' financial activities. Investors often watch such disclosures for potential indicators of market sentiment or policy changes.