Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) Fair Value 2026

WHR · Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances ·

By CirclFi Research Team · Data from SEC EDGAR, FRED & GDELT

Quality Score

7.0 /10

32 fundamental signals · 11 models active

Value Trap Risk

SAFE (22/100)

Quick Summary — As of 2026-08-27, Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) trades at $39.75, versus a $62.71 median fair value across its 11 active models — 57.8% above the current price. QOC: 7.0/10. Value Trap Risk: 22/100 (SAFE). 11/13 models active.

Key Facts

Ticker
WHR
Price
$39.75
Quality Score
7.0/10
Value Trap Risk
22/100
Models Active
11/13
Last Updated
Strength: CUCE Ensemble suggests +59.6% upside with 5% confidence
Risk: Limited model coverage (11/13) may reduce confidence

Is Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) Undervalued or Overvalued in 2026?

According to CirclFi’s 11-model valuation engine, Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) appears undervalued as of : the median of 11 independent fair value estimates is $62.71, 57.8% above the current price of $39.75. Estimates range from $5.02 to $186.20. WHR scores 7.0/10 on fundamental quality and 22/100 on value-trap risk.

For context, the median US equity CirclFi rates trades at an implied -23.7% versus its own 13-model consensus, across 3,801 rated companies as of 2026-08-27. WHR’s +57.8% gap is wider than that market norm, and the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances sector median is -14.0%. Full market index →

This verdict compares price to intrinsic value only — it is not a buy or sell rating. For the decision case (bull vs bear arguments, risk factors, peers), read Should You Buy Whirlpool Corporation Stock in 2026? →

What Fair Value Does Each Model Give WHR?

11 Intrinsic Value Models vs. Current Price ($39.75)

Core Models (Unlocked)
Model Fair Value Upside
Intrinsic · High Conviction
 $5.02 -87.4%
Ensemble · Low Conviction
 $63.42 +59.6%
Intrinsic · High Conviction
 $62.71 +57.8%
Intrinsic · High Conviction
 $33.16 -16.6%
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What Is WHR's Fair Value Range?

Spread across 11 independent models · $5.02 to $186.20

CirclFi's 11 active models place Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) between $5.02 and $186.20 per share, a spread of 289% of the median. The median of that range — $62.71 — is the fair value CirclFi publishes for WHR, against a current price of $39.75.

Low · EPVHigh · PWERM
$5.02median $62.71$186.20
Where the range comes from
Most bearish modelEarnings Power Value (EPV)$5.02
Most bullish modelPWERM$186.20
Model agreement7 bullish · 4 bearishwide

A band this wide is itself the finding. When independent methods land far apart, they are reading a business whose value depends heavily on which lens you apply — volatile earnings, heavy reinvestment, or an asset base that cash-flow and asset-based methods score differently. That disagreement is information: it says the choice of method matters more than usual for WHR. Treat the median as one reading among several and compare the individual models below before acting.

Every figure above is one model's standalone output on WHR, not a CirclFi price target. How each model works →

What Is Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) Worth in 2026?

According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Whirlpool Corporation's intrinsic value is estimated at a median fair value of $62.71. While the stock appears modestly undervalued at $39.75 (implied upside of +57.8%), our analysis suggests a thinner margin of safety across 7 of 11 bullish models. Notably, PWERM sees the most upside at +368.4% (fair value: $186.20), while EPV is the most conservative at -87.4% ($5.02). The spread between these extremes — +455.8% — reveals how different analytical frameworks can reach starkly different conclusions. Among models with highest confidence, EPV lean bearish — adding weight to the bearish side of the thesis.

What Do the Models Say About WHR?

11 of 13 models are currently active for WHR. Of these, 7 models suggest upside while 4 models suggest overvaluation. Taken together, their median fair value for WHR is $62.71 — the figure CirclFi publishes as this stock's fair value. See which stocks rank higher →

How Does WHR Rank in Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances?

Among 34 Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances stocks, WHR ranks #20 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 7.0/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 7.0 indicates above-average quality.

Whirlpool Corporation operates in a competitive landscape where fundamental quality metrics are key differentiators for long-term value creation.

Is WHR a Value Trap?

CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns WHR a score of 22/100 (SAFE). This indicates minimal risk. Fundamentals are healthy. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →

Multi-Model Methodology

11 of 13 models are active for Whirlpool Corporation. Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →

According to the CirclFi Quality of Company (QOC) framework, which evaluates 32 signals including margin stability, revenue growth trajectory, leverage, and free cash flow generation, Whirlpool Corporation is rated at 7.0/10. This solid-tier score maintains reasonable quality metrics with some areas for improvement.

The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +455.8% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →

Data Sources & Confidence

Every WHR valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →

Across WHR's 11 active models, average confidence is 49%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.

CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →

This analysis is produced by the CirclFi Valuation Engine using quantitative models applied to SEC EDGAR filings, public market feeds, and FRED macroeconomic indicators. It is not financial advice.

Read the full investment analysis: Should You Buy Whirlpool Corporation Stock in 2026? →

Bull case, bear case, risk factors & peer comparison — updated daily

Which Similar Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances Stocks Should You Also Analyze?

11 related Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances stocks with 13-model coverage

VIRCVirco Mfg. CorporationQOC 7.0HOFTHooker Furnishings CorporationQOC 6.4CRWSCrown Crafts, Inc.QOC 7.1LCUTLifetime Brands, Inc.QOC 6.4SGISomnigroup International Inc.QOC 7.5LUVULuvu Brands, Inc.QOC 6.0MWYNMarwynn Holdings, Inc.QOC 5.6KEQUKewaunee Scientific CorporationQOC 8.5HNIHNI CorporationQOC 8.0ALHAlliance Laundry Holdings Inc.QOC 8.7FLXSFlexsteel Industries, Inc.QOC 8.6

Read investment analysis: VIRC · HOFT · CRWS · LCUT · SGI · LUVU · MWYN · KEQU · HNI · ALH · FLXS

Which Other Stocks Have a Similar Quality Score to WHR?

7 companies across all industries closest to WHR’s Quality of Company score of 7.0/10.

HROWHarrow, Inc.QOC 7.0PRTAProthena Corporation plcQOC 7.0ANABAnaptysBio, Inc.QOC 7.0DCODucommun IncorporatedQOC 7.0YRDYiren Digital Ltd.QOC 7.0ADAGAdagene Inc.QOC 7.0NVDANVIDIA CorporationQOC 10.0

Read investment analysis: HROW · PRTA · ANAB · DCO · YRD · ADAG · NVDA

What Else Do Investors Ask About Whirlpool Corporation’s Valuation?

What is Whirlpool Corporation's intrinsic value in 2026?

CirclFi puts Whirlpool Corporation (WHR)'s intrinsic value at $62.71 — the median of 11 independent model estimates as of 2026-08-27, ranging from $5.02 to $186.20. The Quality of Company score is 7.0/10 across 32 fundamental signals. All models use SEC EDGAR filings updated daily. See our methodology page for how each model works.

Is WHR overvalued or undervalued right now?

At $39.75, 7 of 11 active models suggest WHR may be undervalued, while 4 indicate potential overvaluation. The median of all 11 fair value estimates is $62.71, 57.8% above the current price of $39.75 — a consensus view that WHR is undervalued. The assessment depends on which methodology best fits Whirlpool Corporation's business model in Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances.

What does a Quality of Company score of 7.0 mean for WHR?

Whirlpool Corporation's QOC of 7.0/10 reflects 32 fundamental signals: profitability margins, revenue growth consistency, balance sheet leverage, free cash flow generation, and capital allocation efficiency. Scores above 7 indicate strong fundamentals and disciplined management.

How many valuation models does CirclFi run on WHR?

CirclFi analyzes WHR with 13 institutional-grade models daily: Bayesian DCF (Monte Carlo + jump-diffusion), EPV (Greenwald zero-growth), EROIC Spread (McKinsey reinvestment), First Chicago (3-scenario), Markov DDM (regime-switching), ML-RIV (machine learning residual income), Dynamic NAV (asset-based), PWERM (option-theoretic), Regime Cross-Sectional (relative), Sentiment SOTP (hybrid), CUCE Ensemble (meta-model), FTNN Topology (neural network), and RCMH-DCF (conditional regime). Currently 11 of 13 are active for this stock. Read the full methodology →

Which valuation models are most bullish and most bearish on WHR?

Of the 11 models currently active on WHR, PWERM is the most bullish at $186.20 per share, and Earnings Power Value (EPV) is the most bearish at $5.02. CirclFi's published fair value for WHR is the median of that range, $62.71, not either extreme. The gap between the two ends equals 289% of the median — a wide spread, meaning the methods genuinely disagree and the median should carry less weight. Browse stocks by value-trap risk →

Is WHR a value trap in 2026?

Whirlpool Corporation's Value Trap score is 22/100 (SAFE). This low score indicates the current valuation is not artificially depressed by fundamental deterioration, suggesting genuine opportunity rather than a trap.

Cite this analysis — “According to CirclFi’s 11-model valuation engine, Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) has a median fair value of $62.71 — 57.8% above the current price of $39.75 — as of 2026-08-27.” Source: circlfi.com/stock/WHR/ · Methodology
Primary sources for this WHR valuation
  • Financial statements: Whirlpool Corporation 10-K and 10-Q filings on SEC EDGAR (CIK 0000106640) — 700+ standardized XBRL tags, published by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • Discount-rate inputs: FRED, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis — risk-free rates, VIX, yield curve, inflation.
  • News sentiment: The GDELT Project — global media tone, input to the Sentiment SOTP model.
  • Model definitions: CirclFi methodology — the published specification for all 13 models, including the academic sources each one implements.

Market data for WHR as of ; valuations recomputed .

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