Whirlpool Q2 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Whirlpool Corporation reported strong Q2 2021 results, with net sales up by approximately 32%. The company's GAAP net earnings margin increased significantly, and ongoing EBIT margin also saw substantial growth. Strong earnings and strategic financial activities drove impressive cash flow from operating activities and free cash flow.
Net sales grew by approximately 32%, fueled by robust consumer demand and cost-based pricing strategies.
GAAP net earnings margin increased by 1,020 basis points, and ongoing EBIT margin rose by 640 basis points.
Cash provided by operating activities reached $646 million, and free cash flow amounted to $769 million, boosted by strong earnings and strategic divestitures.
Full-year 2021 guidance was raised, with earnings per diluted share expected to be approximately $26.95 on a GAAP basis and $26.00 on an ongoing basis.
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Forward Guidance
Whirlpool has increased its full-year 2021 outlook, expecting higher net sales growth, increased GAAP and ongoing earnings per diluted share, and greater cash flow from operating activities and free cash flow.
Positive Outlook
- Increased full-year 2021 net sales growth to approximately 16 percent.
- Increased GAAP earnings per diluted share to approximately $26.95.
- Increased ongoing earnings per diluted share to approximately $26.00.
- Increased cash provided by operating activities to $1.95 billion.
- Increased free cash flow to $1.70 billion.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income