Whirlpool Corporation has been named one of Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies” for the sixteenth consecutive year. The distinction is based on evaluations from over 3,800 executives, directors and analysts gathered via a Korn Ferry survey. Companies are ranked across nine criteria, including innovation, social responsibility, long-term investment value and global competitiveness. This recognition underscores Whirlpool’s continued leadership in the home appliance industry and its peers’ respect for the company’s performance and governance.

Marc Bitzer, Whirlpool’s chairman and chief executive officer, credited the company’s global workforce of 44,000 employees for the achievement. He emphasized that resilience, dedication and engagement of staff across 40 manufacturing and technology research centers drive the company’s mission to improve life at home. Over the past year, Whirlpool launched several new product lines—such as connected laundry systems and energy-efficient refrigeration—that expanded its innovation pipeline and strengthened its brand portfolio, which includes Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir and Maytag.

In 2024, Whirlpool reported approximately $17 billion in net sales, with nearly 90% of revenue generated in the Americas. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company has maintained a diversified global footprint while investing in supply-chain efficiencies and advanced manufacturing technologies. Whirlpool’s commitment to long-term shareholder value is reflected in disciplined capital allocation, including a mix of share repurchases, targeted acquisitions and continued R&D investment to support emerging consumer trends.