Whirlpool Corporation reported Q1 2023 financial results, highlighting significant sequential margin expansion, particularly in North America, and progress against operational priorities. The company is on track to deliver a solid 2023 and is advancing its portfolio transformation.
Net sales declined by (5.5)%, or (3.7)% excluding currency impacts, due to global demand softness and unfavorable product price/mix.
GAAP net loss margin was (3.9)%, and GAAP loss per diluted share was $(3.27), impacted by a non-cash charge from the EMEA transaction.
Ongoing (non-GAAP) EBIT margin was 5.4%, with approximately 200 basis points of sequential improvement; ongoing (non-GAAP) earnings per diluted share was $2.66.
North America region delivered EBIT margins of 10%, with over 400 basis point sequential improvement and share gains both year-over-year and sequentially.
Whirlpool reaffirmed its full-year expectations for 2023 net sales of approximately $19.4 billion (down 1 to 2 percent compared to the prior year) and ongoing earnings per diluted share of $16.00 to $18.00. Cash provided by operating activities of approximately $1.4 billion and free cash flow of approximately $800 million remains unchanged.
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