Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1990 to 2025
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WHR Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.7x, with a stock price of $54.75 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $5.67.
The current P/E is 81% below its 5-year average of 51.3x. Over the past five years, WHR's P/E has ranged from a low of 6.3x to a high of 819.4x, placing the current valuation at the 35th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.6x, WHR trades at a 51% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 301 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.0x.
Relative to the broader market, WHR trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
WHR P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $6B | 17.6Lowest | - | -27% | |
| $13B | 30.6 | - | +36%Best | |
| $18B | 35.3 | 2.99 | -8% | |
| $12B | 18.2 | 1.07Best | +9% | |
| $8B | 76.2 | 14.02 | -36% | |
| $13B | 25.8 | - | -11% | |
| $57B | 39.9 | - | -72% | |
| $19B | 24.4 | 1.27 | -1% | |
| $11B | 42.0 | 2.21 | +18% | |
| $53B | 31.1 | 1.19 | -11% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
WHR Historical P/E Data (1990–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $72.14 | $5.66 | 12.7x | -60% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $90.13 | $0.11 | 819.4x | +2441% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $107.00 | $10.10 | 10.6x | -67% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $102.20 | $9.63 | 10.6x | -67% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $119.63 | $7.21 | 16.6x | -49% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $121.77 | $8.70 | 14.0x | -57% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $134.81 | $6.24 | 21.6x | -33% |
| FY2022 Q2 | $154.87 | $11.15 | 13.9x | -57% | |
| FY2022 Q1 | $172.78 | $26.89 | 6.4x | -80% | |
| FY2021 Q4 | Fri Dec 31 2021 00:00:00 GM | $234.66 | $28.37 | 8.3x | -74% |
| FY2021 Q3 | $203.86 | $31.24 | 6.5x | -80% | |
| FY2021 Q2 | Wed Jun 30 2021 00:00:00 GM | $218.02 | $29.92 | 7.3x | -77% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 32.2x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WHR stock.
Is WHR stock overvalued or undervalued?
WHR trades at 9.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 51.3x. At the 35th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does WHR's valuation compare to peers?
Whirlpool Corporation P/E of 9.7x compares to sector median of 19.6x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is WHR's PEG ratio?
WHR PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1990-2025.