Whirlpool (MEX:WHR) Return-on-Tangible-Asset: -3.15% (As of Mar. 2026)

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MEX:WHR Whirlpool Corp MEX:WHR
53 GF Score
Price MXN665.03
GF Value MXN1,386.21
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Whirlpool Return-on-Tangible-Asset?

Whirlpool MEX:WHR 53 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -3.15% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:WHR with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN1,386.21 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 433 Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances companies, Whirlpool ranks worse than 56.35% on this metric.

Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated as Net Income divided by its average total tangible assets. Total tangible assets equals to Total Assets minus Intangible Assets. Whirlpool's annualized Net Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN-5,915 Mil. Whirlpool's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN187,851 Mil. Therefore, Whirlpool's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -3.15%.

The historical rank and industry rank for Whirlpool's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:

MEX:WHR' s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -11.48   Med: 3.78   Max: 11.3
Current: 1.55

During the past 13 years, Whirlpool's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 11.30%. The lowest was -11.48%. And the median was 3.78%.

MEX:WHR's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked worse than
56.35% of 433 companies
in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry
Industry Median: 2.4 vs MEX:WHR: 1.55

Whirlpool  (MEX:WHR) Return-on-Tangible-Asset Explanation

Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures the rate of return on the average total tangible assets (total assets minus intangible assets). Tangible means physical in nature. Intangible Assets are assets that are not physical in nature, and typically "derive their value from legal or intellectual rights." Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from its tangible assets. It shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. Return-on-Tangible-Assets can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be used to compare companies in different industries.


Be Aware

Like ROE and ROA, Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the company’s earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by a company’s tax rate and its interest payment. Return-on-Tangible-Asset may not reflect the true earning power of the assets. A more accurate measurement is ROC % (ROC).

Many analysts argue the higher return the better. Buffett states that really high Return-on-Tangible-Asset may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.


Whirlpool Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms


Whirlpool Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Whirlpool's Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Whirlpool Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart

Whirlpool Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Return-on-Tangible-Asset
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 11.47 -11.13 4.17 -3.38 2.86

Whirlpool Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Return-on-Tangible-Asset Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 2.71 2.35 2.67 4.04 -3.15

MEX:WHR vs HNI, TILE, LZB: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison

For the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances subindustry, Whirlpool's Return-on-Tangible-Asset, along with its competitors' market caps and Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances Industry

For the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Whirlpool's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Whirlpool's Return-on-Tangible-Asset falls into.


MEX:WHR
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Whirlpool Return-on-Tangible-Asset Calculation

Whirlpool's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

Return-on-Tangible-Asset=Net Income/( (Total Tangible Assets+Total Tangible Assets)/ count )
(A: Dec. 2025 )  (A: Dec. 2024 )(A: Dec. 2025 )
=Net Income/( (Total Assets - Intangible Assets+Total Assets - Intangible Assets)/ count )
(A: Dec. 2025 )  (A: Dec. 2024 )(A: Dec. 2025 )
=5725.813/( (214042.049+186070.903)/ 2 )
=5725.813/200056.476
=2.86 %

Whirlpool's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Return-on-Tangible-Asset=Net Income/( (Total Tangible Assets+Total Tangible Assets)/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=Net Income/( (Total Assets - Intangible Assets+Total Assets - Intangible Assets)/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-5914.724/( (186070.903+189631.873)/ 2 )
=-5914.724/187851.388
=-3.15 %

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

In the calculation of annual Return-on-Tangible-Asset, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total tangible assets over the fiscal year are used. In calculating the quarterly data, the Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data.

What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of -3.15% mean?
Whirlpool (MEX:WHR) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of -3.15% as of Mar. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Whirlpool and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Whirlpool ranks #244 out of 433 companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, placing it in the top 56.4%.
Is Whirlpool's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Whirlpool's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -3.15%. Based on the distribution chart, Whirlpool ranks #244 out of 433 companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Whirlpool has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Whirlpool's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to HNI and TILE?
According to the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry distribution chart, Whirlpool ranks #244 out of 433 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places Whirlpool in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.40. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Return-on-Tangible-Asset for a Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances companies is 2.40, based on 433 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Return-on-Tangible-Asset significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset mean?
A high Return-on-Tangible-Asset can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Whirlpool and its competitors. For the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Whirlpool's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -3.15%. 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?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Whirlpool (MEX:WHR) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN1,386.21, compared to a current price of MXN665.03 — trading 52% below its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -3.15%. 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset calculated?
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Whirlpool (MEX:WHR), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is -3.15% as of Mar. 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.

Is Whirlpool (MEX:WHR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Whirlpool stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN665.03 is trading 52% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN1,386.21. GuruFocus considers Whirlpool to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for MEX:WHR:

  • Return-on-Tangible-Asset: -3.15%
  • GF Value™: MXN1,386.21 vs. price of MXN665.03 (52% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 53/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:WHR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


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.
53GF Score

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