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Whirlpool Corporation Company Profile
With brand names recognized by just about anyone who has ever separated dark colors from light, Whirlpool is one of the world's top home appliance makers. It makes washers, dryers, refrigerators, air conditioners, dishwashers, freezers, microwave ovens, ranges, trash compactors, air purifiers, and more. In addition to Whirlpool, the company sells its products under a bevy of brand names including KitchenAid, Bauknecht, Roper, Maytag, and Magic Chef. Whirlpool peddles its appliances in North America, Europe, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Competition in the home appliances market has heated up in recent years, with Bosch Siemens, LG, Samsung, and Haier commanding equal attention.
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Contact Information
Address: 2000 N. M-63
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Phone:269-923-5000
Fax:269-923-3722
Financial Highlights
Fiscal Year End:December
Revenue (2008):18907.00 M
Revenue Growth (1 yr):(-2.60%)
Employees (2008):70,000
Employee Growth (1 yr):(-4.10%)
Key People
Chairman and CEO: Jeff M. Fettig
EVP and CFO: Roy W. Templin
VP Corporate Communications: Jeffrey (Jeff) Noel
Industry Information
Sector: Consumer Goods
Industry: Appliances
Top Competitors
AB Electrolux (eluxy.pk)
GE Consumer & Industrial
LG Electronics Inc.
 


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