WHRPA.PFD (Whirlpool) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


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What is Whirlpool Moat Score?

Whirlpool WHRPA.PFD +0.52% 53 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates WHRPA.PFD with a GF Score™ of 53/100. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 445 Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances companies, Whirlpool ranks better than 99.55% on this metric.

Whirlpool has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Whirlpool has Narrow Moat: Whirlpool has a strong narrow moat due to its brand strength, economies of scale, and extensive distribution network. It holds a significant market share in home appliances, but faces competition from other major brands, limiting its moat to narrow.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes Whirlpool might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Whirlpool  (NYSE:WHRpA.PFD) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

Whirlpool Moat Score Related Terms

WHRPA.PFD vs HNI, TILE, LZB: Moat Score Comparison

For the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances subindustry, Whirlpool's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Whirlpool Moat Score vs Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances Industry

For the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Whirlpool's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Whirlpool's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Whirlpool (WHRPA.PFD) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 25, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, Whirlpool ranks #2 out of 445 companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, placing it in the top 0.40000000000001%.
Is Whirlpool's Moat Score too high?
Whirlpool's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Whirlpool ranks #2 out of 445 companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Whirlpool has a GF Score™ of 53/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Whirlpool's Moat Score compare to HNI and TILE?
According to the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry distribution chart, Whirlpool ranks #2 out of 445 companies for Moat Score. This places Whirlpool in the top 0% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. Whirlpool's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Whirlpool stock overvalued right now?
Whirlpool (WHRPA.PFD) has a current Moat Score of 6. The current Moat Score is 6. Whirlpool's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Whirlpool (WHRPA.PFD), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Whirlpool Business Description

Address 2000 North M-63, Mail Drop 2609, Benton Harbor, MI, USA, 49022-2692
Whirlpool Corp is a manufacturer and marketer of kitchen and laundry appliances, with its presence in different markets around the world. It offers products like refrigerators, washing machines, cooktops, ovens, freezers, and others, which are marketed through various brands such as KitchenAid, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, Whirlpool, Jennair, etc. The company's operating and reportable segments are: Major Domestic Appliances (MDA) North America (its key revenue-generating segment), MDA Europe, MDA Latin America, and Small Domestic Appliances (SDA) Global.
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