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Whirlpool Corp is a manufacturer and marketer of home appliances and related products. Its reportable segments consist of five operating segments, which consist of Domestic Appliances (MDA) North America; MDA Europe, MDA Latin America; MDA Asia; and Small Domestic Appliances (SDA). Product categories include refrigeration, laundry, cooking, and dishwashing. The company has also a portfolio of small domestic appliances, including the KitchenAid stand mixer. The company's international brands include Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, and Brastemp among others.

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Whirlpool's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>) short percent of float has fallen 5.03% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 6.74 million shares sold short, which is 14.15% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 5.52 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Whirlpool Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1719932413_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Whirlpool has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Whirlpool's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Whirlpool's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 8.41%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>) shares are trading lower today. The stock pulled back after soaring higher yesterday due to news of Robert Bosch GmbH reportedly <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/m-a/24/06/39502758/home-appliances-giant-whirlpool-stock-is-soaring-on-wednesday-heres-why" rel="noreferrer noopener">considering a bid for the company</a>.
Goldman Sachs analyst Susan Maklari rated the stock <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WHR/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">as Buy and price target of $118</a>.
The analyst writes that while Robert Bosch holds a 6% share in the global major appliance market, its presence in North America is significantly smaller at 1.5%, while Whirlpool leads with approximately 25% market share in North America and 10% globally based on 2023 volumes.
Maklari says that a potential deal would enable Bosch to enhance its competitive position both globally and regionally.
This development coincides with European companies&#8217; increasing interest in expanding into the US building products industry to mitigate challenges in their local economies, writes the analyst.
However, the analyst expects regulatory hurdles to be anticipated due to current geopolitical dynamics.
The analyst notes that the company&#8217;s revenues and adjusted EBITDA decreased by 12% and 46%, respectively, from 2021 to 2023, which weighs on the valuation.
Whirlpool stock has lost over 32% in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;the iShares Core S&amp;P Mid-Cap ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IJH#NYSE">IJH</a>)&nbsp;and&nbsp;the Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHD#NYSE">SCHD</a>).
Price Action: WHR shares are down 1.95% at $99.92 at the last check Thursday.
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Bosch Bid Hype Fades, But Analyst Sees Whirlpool's Potential

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Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Consumer Discretionary sector: 
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<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/28/24</td>
<td>$192.50</td>
<td>$28.0K</td>
<td>18.6K</td>
<td>68.8K</td>
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<tr>
<td>RIVN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$17.50</td>
<td>$550.0K</td>
<td>37.5K</td>
<td>8.0K</td>
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<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$577.0K</td>
<td>13.9K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
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<td>WHR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/28/24</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
<td>$36.0K</td>
<td>603</td>
<td>537</td>
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<td>FIVE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/19/24</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$109.9K</td>
<td>312</td>
<td>472</td>
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<td>PDD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$27.7K</td>
<td>7.1K</td>
<td>375</td>
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<td>HD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/05/24</td>
<td>$345.00</td>
<td>$52.8K</td>
<td>904</td>
<td>240</td>
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<td>CBRL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$144.0K</td>
<td>257</td>
<td>205</td>
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<td>ANF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$149.0K</td>
<td>373</td>
<td>202</td>
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<td>CVNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$47.5K</td>
<td>215</td>
<td>189</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 2 day(s) on June 28, 2024. This event was a transfer of 117 contract(s) at a $192.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 20 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.0K, with a price of $240.0 per contract. There were 18683 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 68871 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding RIVN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 51 day(s) on August 16, 2024. Parties traded 5000 contract(s) at a $17.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $550.0K, with a price of $110.0 per contract. There were 37519 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 8023 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 205 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $150.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $577.0K, with a price of $5770.0 per contract. There were 13964 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2361 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding WHR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on June 28, 2024. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $97.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.0K, with a price of $360.0 per contract. There were 603 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 537 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For FIVE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVE#NASDAQ">FIVE</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 23 day(s) on July 19, 2024. This event was a transfer of 733 contract(s) at a $105.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 42 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $109.9K, with a price of $150.0 per contract. There were 312 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 472 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PDD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 51 day(s) on August 16, 2024. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $135.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.7K, with a price of $555.0 per contract. There were 7110 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 375 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding HD (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 9 day(s) on July 5, 2024. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $345.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $52.8K, with a price of $264.0 per contract. There were 904 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 240 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CBRL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBRL#NASDAQ">CBRL</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 142 day(s) on November 15, 2024. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $144.0K, with a price of $720.0 per contract. There were 257 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 205 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ANF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 51 day(s) on August 16, 2024. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $165.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $149.0K, with a price of $745.0 per contract. There were 373 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 202 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CVNA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 51 day(s) on August 16, 2024. This event was a transfer of 26 contract(s) at a $130.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $47.5K, with a price of $1830.0 per contract. There were 215 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 189 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
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Robert Bosch GmbH is reportedly considering a bid for U.S. appliance manufacturer Whirlpool Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>), according to three individuals familiar with the situation.
If successful, this acquisition would enhance Bosch&#8217;s presence in the white goods market, Reuters reports.
Whirlpool stock soared Wednesday on the news.
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Bosch has been consulting with potential advisers regarding a possible offer for Whirlpool, which currently holds a market capitalization of approximately $4.8 billion.
Whirlpool has undergone significant restructuring recently, including merging its European operations into a new entity controlled by Turkish competitor Arçelik and selling off its Middle Eastern and African businesses.
The acquisition of Whirlpool, one of the largest global white goods producers, would significantly bolster Bosch&#8217;s home appliance division. This move is seen as a strategic effort to enhance market position and compete more effectively against growing Asian market players.
Whirlpool stock has lost over 39% in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via the iShares Core S&amp;P Mid-Cap ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IJH#NYSE">IJH</a>) and the Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHD#NYSE">SCHD</a>).
Price Action: WHR shares traded higher by 17.50% at $102.24 at the last check on Wednesday.
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Home Appliances Giant Whirlpool Stock Is Soaring On Wednesday - Here's Why

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Whirlpool shares are trading higher following a report suggesting Robert Bosch GmbH is weighing a bid for the company.

https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/bosch-eyes-offer-appliance-maker-whirlpool-sources-say-2024-06-26/#:~:text=June%2026%20(Reuters)%20%2D%20German,in%20the%20white%20goods%20market.

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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Kohl&#8217;s Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KSS#NYSE">KSS</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 8.75%</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Matthew Boss maintained a Neutral rating and cut the price target from $25 to $20 on May 31. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 68%.</li>
<li>Baird analyst Mark Altschwager maintained an Outperform rating and cut the price target from $32 to $27 on May 31. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 70%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On May 30, the company reported a first-quarter FY24 sales decline of 5.3% year-on-year to $3.178 billion, missing the analyst consensus estimate of $3.335 billion.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro's real-time newsfeed alerted to <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/pro/register/?utm_source=BZprocontent062424&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">latest Kohl&#8217;s news</a></li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>Dividend Yield: 7.74%</li>
<li>RBC Capital analyst Mike Dahl maintained an Underperform rating and cut the price target from $85 to $79 on April 26. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 75%.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Michael Rehaut maintained a Neutral rating and slashed the price target from $120 to $111 on Feb. 2. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 74%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On April 24, Whirlpool posted better-than-expected quarterly results.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.benzinga.com/pro/register/?utm_source=BZprocontent062424&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro's charting tool</a> helped identify the trend in Whirlpool's stock.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Wendy&#8217;s Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 6.00%</li>
<li>TD Cowen analyst Andrew Charles reiterated a Hold rating with a price target of $19 on June 13. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 73%.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst JohnIvankoemaintained a Neutral rating and raised the price target from $19 to $20 on June 3. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 72%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On May 23, Wendy&#8217;s announced the appointment of Abigail Pringle to the newly-created role of President, U.S. and E.J. Wunsch to President, International.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro's signals feature notified of a potential <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/pro/register/?utm_source=BZprocontent062424&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">breakout in Wendy&#8217;s shares</a>.</li>
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Watching Whirlpool; Traders Circulate Unconfirmed M&A Blog Rumor Suggesting 'Co Has Come Under The Spotlight Amid Takeover Talk, Some People Following The Situation Had Heard An Asian-Based Company May Be The Business Eyeing Whirlpool'

Whirlpool shares are trading higher following a report suggesting that the company entered into a joint marketing agreement with Hindustan Unilever.

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Whirlpool (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in WHR usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 12 extraordinary options activities for Whirlpool. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 58% leaning bullish and 8% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $126,135, and 10 are calls, amounting to $438,591.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $85.0 and $120.0 for Whirlpool, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Whirlpool's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Whirlpool's whale activity within a strike price range from $85.0 to $120.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Whirlpool 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1718212626_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>WHR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/21/24</td>
<td>$2.95</td>
<td>$2.75</td>
<td>$2.8</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
<td>$90.1K</td>
<td>898</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">915</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WHR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$35.1</td>
<td>$33.9</td>
<td>$33.9</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$67.8K</td>
<td>89</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WHR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/19/24</td>
<td>$12.1</td>
<td>$11.6</td>
<td>$11.6</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$58.3K</td>
<td>11</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WHR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/21/24</td>
<td>$1.75</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
<td>$53.9K</td>
<td>898</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">54</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WHR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/19/24</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$51.0K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">94</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Whirlpool</h3>
Whirlpool Corp is a manufacturer and marketer of home appliances and related products. Its reportable segments consist of five operating segments, which consist of Domestic Appliances (MDA) North America; MDA Europe, MDA Latin America; MDA Asia; and Small Domestic Appliances (SDA). Product categories include refrigeration, laundry, cooking, and dishwashing. The company has also a portfolio of small domestic appliances, including the KitchenAid stand mixer. The company's international brands include Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, and Brastemp among others.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Whirlpool, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Whirlpool</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,281,048, the price of WHR is up by 6.67%, reaching $94.45.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 42 days from now.</li>
</ul>
Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.
If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Whirlpool, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.

What the Options Market Tells Us About Whirlpool

Whirlpool Of India Entered Into Joint Marketing Agreement With Hindustan Unilever; HUL And Whirlpool Will Roll Out Joint Marketing Programs, Advertorials, Product Sampling In Consultation With Each Other

Whirlpool (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/whr#NYSE">WHR</a>) ended the recent trading session at $92.24, demonstrating a -0.85% swing from the preceding day&#39;s closing price. This change lagged the S&amp;P 500&#39;s daily gain of 0.11%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw a downswing of 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.56%.
The maker of Maytag, KitchenAid and other appliances&#39;s stock has dropped by 2.65% in the past month, falling short of the Consumer Discretionary sector&#39;s gain of 3.79% and the S&amp;P 500&#39;s gain of 5.06%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Whirlpool in its upcoming release. The company&#39;s earnings per share (ETF:EPS) are projected to be $2.33, reflecting a 44.66% decrease from the same quarter last year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $3.88 billion, indicating a 18.97% decline compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $12.37 per share and a revenue of $16.8 billion, representing changes of -23.45% and -13.62%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Whirlpool. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the company&#39;s business outlook.
Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-team stock moves. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 1.33% lower. Whirlpool currently has a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell).
From a valuation perspective, Whirlpool is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 7.52. This indicates a discount in contrast to its industry&#39;s Forward P/E of 13.31.
The Household Appliances industry is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 205, finds itself in the bottom 19% echelons of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our industry groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
<a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2283024/whirlpool-whr-stock-sinks-as-market-gains-what-you-should-know?cid=CS-BENZ-FT-tale_of_the_tape|yseop_template_6v3-2283024">To read this article on Zacks.com click here.</a>

The most oversold stocks in the consumer discretionary sector presents an opportunity to buy into undervalued companies.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered oversold when the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi">RSI is below 30</a>, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Here's the latest list of major oversold players in this sector, having an RSI near or below 30.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>On April 25, Whirlpool reported first-quarter financial results. The company announced that it is currently evaluating certain follow-on restructuring actions for the remainder of 2024 and expects to incur about $50 million of restructuring charges. The company's stock fell around 11% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WHR">52-week low of $84.18</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 23.29</li>
<li>WHR Price Action: Shares of Whirlpool fell 2.3% to close at $84.78 on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro's real-time newsfeed alerted to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">latest WHR news</a>.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Chegg, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHGG#NYSE">CHGG</a>)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>On April 29, Chegg reported first-quarter financial results and named Nathan Shultz as CEO. &#8220;We had a very productive first quarter and successfully rolled out the first of many AI enabled experiences that will strengthen our product-market fit in 2024 and beyond,&#8221; said Nathan Schultz, incoming CEO &amp; President. The company's stock fell around 29% over the past month. It <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHGG">has a 52-week low</a> of $3.51.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 18.08</li>
<li>CHGG Price Action: Shares of Chegg gained 1.1% to close at $3.67 on Wednesday.</li>
<li><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro's charting tool</a> helped identify the trend in Chegg's stock.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WGO#NYSE">WGO</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>On March 21, Winnebago Industries reported a second-quarter FY24 sales decline of 18.8% year-on-year to $703.60 million, missing the analyst consensus estimate of $706.45 million. President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Happe commented, "Winnebago Industries performed in line with our expectations for the quarter, navigating the effects of ongoing softness in the RV and marine markets." The company's stock fell around 4% over the past five days and has a 52-week <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WGO">low of $55.00</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 29.86</li>
<li>WGO Price Action: Shares of Winnebago Industries fell 1.6% to close at $58.64 on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro's financials section was used to monitor <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Winnebago's performance.</a></li>
</ul>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>On May 29, the company reported first-quarter earnings per share of 67 cents, beating the street view of 64 cents. Net sales totaled $3.406 billion in the first quarter of 2024, a 0.3% decrease from the prior year&#8217;s first quarter. The company's shares lost around 11% over the past five days. The company's 52-week low is $47.73.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 24.02</li>
<li>AAP Price Action: Shares of Advance Auto Parts fell 11% to close at $62.48 on Wednesday.</li>
<li><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro's signals feature</a> notified of a potential breakout in Advance Auto Parts shares.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYD#NYSE">BYD</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>On May 13, Boyd Gaming announced an additional $500 million share repurchase authorization. The company's shares fell around 8% over the past five days. The company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BYD">has a 52-week low</a> of $49.34.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 26.03</li>
<li>BYD Price Action: Shares of Boyd Gaming rose 0.4% to close at $50.58 on Wednesday.</li>
<li><a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Key Data for Boyd Gaming</a> was monitored using Benzinga Pro.</li>
</ul>
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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/19/24</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$49.7K</td>
<td>19.3K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GME</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/24/24</td>
<td>$19.50</td>
<td>$73.5K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>3.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/24/24</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$66.1K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/28/24</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$61.0K</td>
<td>200</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ROST</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/31/24</td>
<td>$142.00</td>
<td>$41.8K</td>
<td>10</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TOL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/19/24</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$37.6K</td>
<td>253</td>
<td>143</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WHR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$34.5K</td>
<td>279</td>
<td>122</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/31/24</td>
<td>$3140.00</td>
<td>$99.5K</td>
<td>35</td>
<td>112</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>05/31/24</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$26.7K</td>
<td>970</td>
<td>100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MAR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$39.0K</td>
<td>388</td>
<td>75</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 53 day(s) on July 19, 2024. Parties traded 79 contract(s) at a $200.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $49.7K, with a price of $630.0 per contract. There were 19320 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4709 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GME (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 3 day(s) on May 24, 2024. This event was a transfer of 1500 contract(s) at a $19.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $73.5K, with a price of $49.0 per contract. There were 2180 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3777 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 3 day(s) on May 24, 2024. This event was a transfer of 1838 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $66.1K, with a price of $36.0 per contract. There were 2599 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2667 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PDD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 32 day(s) on June 28, 2024. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $170.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $61.0K, with a price of $305.0 per contract. There were 200 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2487 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ROST (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on May 31, 2024. Parties traded 380 contract(s) at a $142.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.8K, with a price of $110.0 per contract. There were 10 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1541 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For TOL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TOL#NYSE">TOL</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 53 day(s) on July 19, 2024. This event was a transfer of 80 contract(s) at a $125.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $37.6K, with a price of $470.0 per contract. There were 253 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 143 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For WHR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 81 day(s) on August 16, 2024. This event was a transfer of 50 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 14 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.5K, with a price of $690.0 per contract. There were 279 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 122 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CMG (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on May 31, 2024. Parties traded 39 contract(s) at a $3140.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $99.5K, with a price of $2550.0 per contract. There were 35 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 112 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For JD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JD#NASDAQ">JD</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 4 day(s) on May 31, 2024. This event was a transfer of 57 contract(s) at a $35.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.7K, with a price of $470.0 per contract. There were 970 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 100 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MAR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAR#NASDAQ">MAR</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 144 day(s) on October 18, 2024. This event was a transfer of 65 contract(s) at a $260.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $39.0K, with a price of $600.0 per contract. There were 388 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 75 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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10 Consumer Discretionary Stocks Whale Activity In Today's Session

Whirlpool On Apr. 29 Began Employee Notification Process For An Additional Global Workforce Reduction Plan; Expects Total Restructuring Charges Of $75M-$80M For Fiscal Year 2024 Estimates That It Will Incur Total Of About $63M-$67M In Employee Termination Costs, About $13M In Other Associated Costs In 2024

The most oversold stocks in the consumer discretionary sector presents an opportunity to buy into undervalued companies.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered oversold when the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi">RSI is below 30</a>, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Here's the latest list of major oversold players in this sector, having an RSI near or below 30.
VinFast Auto Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VFS#NASDAQ">VFS</a>)
<ul>
<li>On April 17, VinFast Auto reported first-quarter loss per share of 26 cents, wider than the street view of 22 cents loss. "Supportive government policies, the anticipated transition of the EV market from early to mass adoption, and the projected growth in Ex-China markets fuel our confidence," said Madam Thuy Le, Chairwoman of VinFast. The company's stock fell around 47% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VFS">52-week low of $2.2550</a> .</li>
<li>RSI Value: 28.32</li>
<li>VFS Price Action: Shares of VinFast Auto fell 6.6% to close at $2.56 on Tuesday.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTN#NYSE">MTN</a>)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>On April 24, Vail Resorts reported pricing of $600 million in aggregate principal amount of 6.500% senior notes due 2032 at par. The company's stock fell around 8% over the past five days. It <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MTN">has a 52-week low</a> of $189.34.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 19.49</li>
<li>MTN Price Action: Shares of Vail Resorts fell 3.2% to close at $189.37 on Tuesday.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>On April 24, Whirlpool reported first-quarter financial results. The company announced that it is currently evaluating certain follow-on restructuring actions for the remainder of 2024 and expects to incur about $50 million of restructuring charges. The company's shares fell around 10% over the past five days and has a 52-week <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WHR">low of $91.90</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 28.49</li>
<li>WHR Price Action: Shares of Whirlpool fell 2.1% to close at $94.86 on Tuesday.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>On April 30, Starbucks said second-quarter revenue decreased 2% year-over-year to $8.6 billion, which missed the consensus estimate of $9.129 billion. "In a highly challenged environment, this quarter's results do not reflect the power of our brand, our capabilities or the opportunities ahead," said Laxman Narasimhan, CEO of Starbucks. The company's shares lost around 3% over the past month. The company's 52-week low is $84.29.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 20.18</li>
<li>SBUX Price Action: Shares of Starbucks rose 0.2% to close at $88.49 on Tuesday.</li>
</ul>
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Corporate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/04/38471231/strong-quarterly-earnings-fuel-market-optimism-despite-inflation-concerns-slowing-economic-growt">earnings came to the market&#8217;s rescue in the past week,</a> helping to overcome rate fears. As we look ahead to the unfolding week, it remains to be seen whether the tech earnings deluge can keep the rally&#8217;s momentum going. 
The Week That Was: High-profile Magnificent Seven earnings panned out mostly positively for the market, with Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) the outlier. The social media giant&#8217;s stock fell sharply as traders fretted over the soft second-quarter revenue guidance and the company&#8217;s massive AI investment plans. 
Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) managed to appease the Street despite the double miss as it held out the promise of an expeditious launch of a more affordable EV. 
With the earnings season now halfway through, the percentage of S&amp;P 500 companies reporting positive earnings surprises and the magnitude of earnings surprises were above their 10-year averages, <a href="https://insight.factset.com/sp-500-earnings-season-update-april-26-2024?utm_source=Direct&amp;utm_medium=Email&amp;utm_campaign=FO-04-26-2024&amp;utm_content=httpsinsightfactsetcomsp500earningsseasonupdateapril262024">said </a>FactSet in a report.
The blended first-quarter earnings growth of S&amp;P 500 companies is estimated at 3.5%, up from the 0.6% growth estimated in the week ended April 19, the financial data analytics firm said. If the trend holds, the S&amp;P 500 companies are on track to report earnings growth for the third straight quarter.
Of the 11 S&amp;P sector classes, eight sectors reported year-over-year earnings growth, led by communication services, utilities, IT, and consumer discretionary sectors. On the other hand, healthcare, energy, and materials have reported year-over-year earnings declines.
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Look Ahead: The unfolding week will see 175 S&amp;P 500 companies and 6 Dow 30 components releasing their quarterly scorecards. The earnings roster includes two Magnificent Seven companies, namely Apple, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) and Amazon, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), e-commerce retailers, payment processors, restaurants, and energy and REIT companies.
Earnings from Apple and Amazon could be market-moving, given the weighting of these stocks in the S&amp;P 500 Index. Also, Apple is considered a bellwether, given its exposure to consumers. Morgan Stanley&#8217;s Erik Woodring expects Apple to report a slightly beat but guide June quarter revenue down. 
Investors are likely to keep a close eye on performance in China, Apple&#8217;s updated capital return framework, and capital expenditures, the analyst said.
That said, the analyst is positive on the stock ahead of its annual Worldwide Developers&#8217; Conference due on June 10th. &#8220;With Apple&#8217;s biggest WWDC event on June 10th, we&#8217;d buy post-earnings weakness,&#8221; he said.
Amazon will likely continue to report double-digit sales and profit growth in the first quarter, according to Telsey Advisory Group analyst Joseph Feldman. The analyst premised his optimism on the strength of online spending, gains from expanded merchandise and faster fulfillment, and stabilization (and growth) of AWS. 
&#8220;Importantly, we expect [a] greater focus on profits supported by the growth of higher margin categories and services, such as advertising, media, and AWS (partly helped by AI-related upgrades), the redesigned distribution network&#8230;.. and cost savings,&#8221; he said.
Notable among the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings">companies reporting earnings this week</a> are:
Monday 
<ul>
<li>Before the bell: JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JKS#NYSE">JKS</a>), ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>), Koninklijke Philips N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHG#NYSE">PHG</a>), SoFi Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOFI#NASDAQ">SOFI</a>)</li>
<li>After the close: F5, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FFIV#NASDAQ">FFIV</a>), Everest Group, Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EG#NYSE">EG</a>), NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXPI#NASDAQ">NXPI</a>), Lattice Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LSCC#NASDAQ">LSCC</a>), MicroStrategy Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), Paramount Global (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>), Qiagen N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QGEN#NYSE">QGEN</a>), Rambus Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RMBS#NASDAQ">RMBS</a>), Sanmina Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SANM#NASDAQ">SANM</a>), Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUMC#NYSE">YUMC</a>)</li>
</ul>
Tuesday 
<ul>
<li>Before the bell: 3M Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMM#NYSE">MMM</a>), Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADM#NYSE">ADM</a>), The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>), Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>), GE HealthCare Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEHC#NASDAQ">GEHC</a>), McDonald&#8217;s Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>), Molson Coors Beverage Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TAP#NYSE">TAP</a>), PayPal Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>), Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/THC#NYSE">THC</a>)</li>
<li>After the close: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), ONEOK, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKE#NYSE">OKE</a>), Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINS#NYSE">PINS</a>), Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>), Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWKS#NASDAQ">SWKS</a>), Unum Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNM#NYSE">UNM</a>). Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), Stryker Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>), RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RNR#NYSE">RNR</a>), Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRU#NYSE">PRU</a>), Diamondback Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FANG#NASDAQ">FANG</a>), The Clorox Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLX#NYSE">CLX</a>), Chesapeake Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHK#NASDAQ">CHK</a>)</li>
</ul>

Wednesday 
<ul>
<li>Before the bell: Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLCO#NYSE">BLCO</a>), CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVS#NYSE">CVS</a>), DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DD#NYSE">DD</a>), The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EL#NYSE">EL</a>), Garmin Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GRMN#NYSE">GRMN</a>), GSK plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GSK#NYSE">GSK</a>), The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KHC#NASDAQ">KHC</a>), KKR &amp; Co. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KKR#NYSE">KKR</a>), Logitech International S.A. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOGI#NASDAQ">LOGI</a>), Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>), Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>), Pfizer, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>), Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WING#NASDAQ">WING</a>), Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUM#NYSE">YUM</a>)</li>
<li>After the close: Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALB#NYSE">ALB</a>), The Allstate Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALL#NYSE">ALL</a>), Beazer Homes USA, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BZH#NYSE">BZH</a>), C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHRW#NASDAQ">CHRW</a>), Devon Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVN#NYSE">DVN</a>), eBay Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EBAY#NASDAQ">EBAY</a>), Etsy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETSY#NASDAQ">ETSY</a>), First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>), Freshworks Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRSH#NASDAQ">FRSH</a>), Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KLIC#NASDAQ">KLIC</a>), Marathon Oil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRO#NYSE">MRO</a>), MetLife, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MET#NYSE">MET</a>), MGM Resorts International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MGM#NYSE">MGM</a>), NETGEAR, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTGR#NASDAQ">NTGR</a>), Qorvo, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QRVO#NASDAQ">QRVO</a>), Sunnova Energy International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOVA#NYSE">NOVA</a>), Upwork Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPWK#NASDAQ">UPWK</a>), Wolfspeed, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WOLF#NYSE">WOLF</a>), Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZG#NASDAQ">ZG</a>)</li>
</ul>
Thursday 
<ul>
<li>Before the bell: ArcelorMittal S.A. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MT#NYSE">MT</a>), ConocoPhillips (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COP#NYSE">COP</a>), CyberArk Software Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CYBR#NASDAQ">CYBR</a>), Ferrari N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RACE#NYSE">RACE</a>), Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICE#NYSE">ICE</a>), Kimco Realty Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KIM#NYSE">KIM</a>), Moderna, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>), PENN Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>), Wayfair Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/W#NYSE">W</a>), Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZTS#NYSE">ZTS</a>)</li>
<li>After the close: Amgen, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>), Apple, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBAI#NYSE">BBAI</a>), BJ&#8217;s Restaurants, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BJRI#NASDAQ">BJRI</a>), Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKNG#NASDAQ">BKNG</a>), Cloudflare, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NET#NYSE">NET</a>), Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ED#NYSE">ED</a>), DraftKings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>), Five9, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>), Expedia Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXPE#NASDAQ">EXPE</a>), Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ILMN#NASDAQ">ILMN</a>), Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYV#NYSE">LYV</a>), United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>), Regency Centers Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REG#NASDAQ">REG</a>), Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGA#NYSE">RGA</a>), Pioneer Natural Resources Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PXD#NYSE">PXD</a>), Opendoor Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPEN#NASDAQ">OPEN</a>), Monster Beverage Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNST#NASDAQ">MNST</a>)</li>
</ul>
Friday 
<ul>
<li>Before the bell: American Axle &amp; Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXL#NYSE">AXL</a>), Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (CBOE: CBOE), Fluor Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLR#NYSE">FLR</a>), The Hershey Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSY#NYSE">HSY</a>), Owens &amp; Minor, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OMI#NYSE">OMI</a>), XPO, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPO#NYSE">XPO</a>)</li>
</ul>
The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of the broader S&amp;P 500 Index, ended Friday&#8217;s session up 0.95% at $508.26, according to <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/lxquj26b2sag">Benzinga Pro data. </a>The ETF has pulled back from its all-time high (intraday) of $524.61 hit on March 28. The Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), an ETF levered more to high-profile, non-financial tech stocks, rose 1.54% to $431.
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Ratings for Whirlpool (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>) were provided by 4 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $103.75, along with a high estimate of $140.00 and a low estimate of $79.00. This current average reflects an increase of 4.8% from the previous average price target of $99.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1714136452_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The perception of Whirlpool by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Mike Dahl</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Laura Champine</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Rehaut</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$111.00</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Dahl</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Whirlpool. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Whirlpool compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Whirlpool's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Whirlpool's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WHR/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Whirlpool analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Whirlpool Better</h2>
Whirlpool Corp is a manufacturer and marketer of home appliances and related products. Its reportable segments consist of five operating segments, which consist of Domestic Appliances (MDA) North America; MDA Europe, MDA Latin America; MDA Asia; and Small Domestic Appliances (SDA). Product categories include refrigeration, laundry, cooking, and dishwashing. The company has also a portfolio of small domestic appliances, including the KitchenAid stand mixer. The company's international brands include Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, and Brastemp among others.
<h3>Whirlpool: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Whirlpool's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2023, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 3.35%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Whirlpool's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 9.65%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Whirlpool's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 22.19%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Whirlpool's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.87%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Whirlpool's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 3.32. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

A Closer Look at 4 Analyst Recommendations For Whirlpool

RBC Capital analyst Mike Dahl maintains Whirlpool (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>) with a Underperform and lowers the price target from $85 to $79.

RBC Capital Maintains Underperform on Whirlpool, Lowers Price Target to $79

Shares of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>) fell sharply during Thursday's session after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter EPS but missed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/04/38433251/why-is-equipment-giant-caterpillar-stock-plunging-today">revenue estimates</a>.
Caterpillar reported a first-quarter fiscal 2024 revenue of $15.8 billion, a slight decrease of 0.4% year-over-year, missing the consensus of $16.216 billion. CAT's adjusted earnings of $5.60 per share, compared to $4.91 a year ago, topped the consensus of $5.14, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Caterpillar shares dipped 6.6% to $339.37 on Thursday.
Here are some other stocks moving in today&#8217;s mid-day session.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Gainers</h3>
<ul>
<li>Barfresh Food Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRFH#NASDAQ">BRFH</a>) surged 87.2% to $2.05.</li>
<li>Safe &amp; Green Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SGBX#NASDAQ">SGBX</a>) shares jumped 80% to $0.26. Safe &amp; Green Holdings said it has entered into an agreement to produce 4 modular electrical distribution centers as part of a multi-unit order for a client serving the big box retailer market.</li>
<li>Processa Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PCSA#NASDAQ">PCSA</a>) shares gained 37.2% to $2.2250 after HC Wainwright &amp; Co initiated coverage on the stock with a Buy rating and announced an $8 price target.</li>
<li>Aclarion, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACON#NASDAQ">ACON</a>) rose 35% to $0.3899.</li>
<li>reAlpha Tech Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIRE#NASDAQ">AIRE</a>) gained 28.5% to $1.4906 after jumping 93% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>OptiNose, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPTN#NASDAQ">OPTN</a>) rose 27.5% to $1.1806 after the company issued corporate updates, expecting to produce positive income from operations for the full year 2025.</li>
<li>Intelligent Living Application Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ILAG#NASDAQ">ILAG</a>) shares climbed 21.3% to $0.6550 after gaining over 12% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>P.A.M. Transportation Services, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTSI#NASDAQ">PTSI</a>) surged 19.8% to $17.42 after the company announced a self-tender offer to purchase up to 550,000 shares at a price not less than $15.50-$18.00 per share.</li>
<li>SuperCom Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPCB#NASDAQ">SPCB</a>) climbed 19% to $0.2663. SuperCom received over $5 million in new orders from European Governments.</li>
<li>Ultralife Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULBI#NASDAQ">ULBI</a>) climbed 16.6% to $10.19 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>Impinj, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PI#NASDAQ">PI</a>) gained 16% to $140.21 after reporting better-than-expected first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Cidara Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDTX#NASDAQ">CDTX</a>) gained 13.9% to $14.00 after the company announced the divestiture of rezafungin to Mundipharma, reacquired global development and commercial rights to CD388 and announced $240 million in private placement financing.</li>
<li>Sleep Number Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNBR#NASDAQ">SNBR</a>) surged 11.5% to $15.13 following first-quarter results.</li>
<li>Predictive Oncology Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/POAI#NASDAQ">POAI</a>) rose 10.7% to $1.49. Fujifilm and Predictive Oncology announced collaboration to reduce protein interference in bacterial endotoxin detection testing of biopharmaceuticals.</li>
<li>Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) jumped 10% to $110.78 following upbeat results.</li>
<li>Tyler Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TYL#NYSE">TYL</a>) gained 9.6% to $459.39 after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter EPS and sales. Additionally, the company provided upbeat guidance for FY24.</li>
<li>TransUnion (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRU#NYSE">TRU</a>) climbed 8.9% to $74.83 after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter financial results. The company also provided upbeat guidance for second quarter</li>
<li>AstraZeneca PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZN#NYSE">AZN</a>) rose 5.8% to $75.35 following a first-quarter revenue beat.</li>
<li>Teradyne, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TER#NYSE">TER</a>) gained 5% to $105.71 after the company posted upbeat first-quarter results and issued strong second-quarter forecast.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Losers</h3>
<ul>
<li>E-Home Household Service Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EJH#NASDAQ">EJH</a>) shares dipped 75% to $0.7192.</li>
<li>Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSSE#NASDAQ">CSSE</a>) fell 39.3% to $0.2581. Chicken Soup For The Soul Entertainment received delinquency letter from the Nasdaq.</li>
<li>Hanryu Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRYU#NASDAQ">HRYU</a>) shares dropped 37% to $0.3330. Hanryu Holdings received delinquency notice from the Nasdaq for late annual report filing.</li>
<li>ATN International, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATNI#NASDAQ">ATNI</a>) fell 29% to $20.39 as the company posted weak quarterly sales and slashed FY24 revenue forecast.</li>
<li>Brand Engagement Network, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNAI#NASDAQ">BNAI</a>) fell 27.3% to $2.71.</li>
<li>Huize Holding Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUIZ#NASDAQ">HUIZ</a>) shares dipped 26% to $0.39.</li>
<li>Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CYCC#NASDAQ">CYCC</a>) fell 24% to $1.7283.</li>
<li>Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HTZ#NASDAQ">HTZ</a>) dipped 23% to $4.4299 after the company mixed first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Organogenesis Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORGO#NASDAQ">ORGO</a>) fell 17.8% to $2.44</li>
<li>Orion Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORN#NYSE">ORN</a>) fell 17% to $6.60 following weak quarterly sales.</li>
<li>JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JAKK#NASDAQ">JAKK</a>) fell 16.4% to $19.58 following a wider-than-expected quarterly loss.</li>
<li>Zapp Electric Vehicles Group Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZAPP#NASDAQ">ZAPP</a>) fell 16.4% to $3.3001 after dipping 15% on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Brookline Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRKL#NASDAQ">BRKL</a>) dipped 13.8% to $8.23 following downbeat quarterly results.</li>
<li>Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETD#NYSE">ETD</a>) fell 13.5% to $28.91 following downbeat quarterly results.</li>
<li>MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HZO#NYSE">HZO</a>) shares fell 13.5% to $23.50 after the company posted downbeat quarterly results and slashed FY24 EPS guidance.</li>
<li>ESGL Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ESGL#NASDAQ">ESGL</a>) shares fell 12.9% to $0.5499.</li>
<li>Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOG#NYSE">HOG</a>) declined 12.7% to $34.45 following first-quarter results.</li>
<li>Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) shares declined 11.3% to $437.50 after reporting first-quarter results.</li>
<li>Biophytis S.A. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BPTS#NASDAQ">BPTS</a>) fell 9.7% to $8.57. Biophytis announced transfer of ADSs to OTC Market.</li>
<li>International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) fell 8.6% to $168.24 after the company reported mixed first-quarter financial results. The company also announced it will acquire HashiCorp.</li>
<li>Textron Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXT#NYSE">TXT</a>) shares fell 12% to $82.78 following weaker-than-expected quarterly earnings.</li>
<li>FirstCash Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCFS#NASDAQ">FCFS</a>) dipped 10.6% to $118.00 following weak quarterly sales.</li>
<li>Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>) fell 9.2% to $95.98 following first-quarter results.</li>
<li>BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMRN#NASDAQ">BMRN</a>) dipped 9% to $83.05 after the company reported first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Reliance, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RS#NYSE">RS</a>) fell 8.8% to $285.73 after the company reported worse-than-expected first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>AZZ Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZZ#NYSE">AZZ</a>) dipped 8.6% to $75.28. AZZ announced a proposed public offering of 4 million shares of common stock.</li>
<li>Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>) shares declined 7.7% to $27.03 after the company reported worse-than-expected first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMY#NYSE">BMY</a>) fell 6.8% to $45.50 following first-quarter earnings.</li>
<li>ServiceNow, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>) shares fell 5.6% to $704.40 after the company reported first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Graco Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GGG#NYSE">GGG</a>) shares slipped 5.2% to $84.67 following downbeat first-quarter results.</li>
</ul>
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Whirlpool&nbsp;(NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/whr-stock-quote/">WHR</a>) stock is rising higher on Wednesday as reports claim that Bosch is <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exclusive-bosch-eyes-offer-appliance-101958534.html">considering a takeover</a> offer for the appliances company.



According to these reports, Bosch is in talks with advisors about making a bid for Whirlpool. The insiders claim there&rsquo;s no guarantee of a deal. Both Whirlpool and Bosch refuse to comment on market rumors.



A deal for Whirlpool could come in quite high considering its market capitalization of $4.8 billion. It would also be a major benefit to Bosch by beefing up its home appliances sector. This follows comments from Bosch CEO Stefan Hartung in May that it was considering larger acquisition targets, Reuters notes.



<h2>How This Affects WHR Stock Today</h2>



With this news comes an increased interest in WHR stock. This also brings with it heavy trading of the company&rsquo;s shares. As of this writing, more than 4.7 million shares of the stock have changed hands. That&rsquo;s well above its daily average trading volume of about 1.4 million shares.



WHR stock is up 11.8% as of Wednesday morning. However, the company&rsquo;s shares are still down 20.9% since the start of the year.



 Investors seeking out even more of the most recent stock market stories for today are going to want to stick around!



We are offering up insight into all of the biggest stock market news that traders need to know about on Wednesday! A few examples include what&rsquo;s happening with shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill&nbsp;(NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/cmg-stock-quote/">CMG</a>), Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/rivn-stock-quote/">RIVN</a>) and Nvidia&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/nvda-stock-quote/">NVDA</a>) stock today. All of this info is ready to go at the links below!



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Sphere Entertainment (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/sphr-stock-quote/">SPHR</a>) stock investors are excited on Wednesday after billionaire Steve Cohen took a large stake in the live entertainment event company&rsquo;s shares.



Steve Cohen&rsquo;s Point72 Asset Management, L.P. has <a href="https://app.quotemedia.com/data/downloadFiling?webmasterId=90423&amp;ref=318411132&amp;type=PDF&amp;symbol=SPHR&amp;cdn=0de7d3af67a1a4f457da20832e0bd354&amp;companyName=Sphere+Entertainment+Co.+Class+A&amp;formType=SC+13G&amp;formDescription=Statement+of+acquisition+of+beneficial+ownership+by+individuals&amp;dateFiled=2024-06-24">acquired a 5.5% stake</a> in SPHR stock. This comes from 1,560,170 shares that are held by the firm. That includes 582,400 shares that are issuable upon the exercise of warrants.



Sphere Entertainment is best known for The Sphere. This is the large dome in Los Angeles that houses an 18,600-seat auditorium while also featuring LED displays on the outside.



Steve Cohen&rsquo;s investment in Sphere Entertainment costs him a fair bit of cash. The billionaire&rsquo;s position in the company is <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/mets-owner-steve-cohen-buys-stake-sphere-entertainment-1235931807/">worth more than $50 million</a> as of this writing.



<h2>How This Affects SPHR Stock</h2>



News of the investment from Steve Cohen has SPHR stock volatile on Wednesday. The company&rsquo;s shares started off trading this morning with a share dip but have recovered since then.



Even so, the stock is only up slightly as of this writing. This comes with 148,000 shares traded, as compared to a daily average of about 692,000 shares. Investors will also note that the stock is only up 4.2% since the start of the year.



There are plenty of other stock market stories worth reading about on Wednesday!



Fortunately, we have all of the hottest stock market news available today! That includes everything going on with shares of Rivian&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/rivn-stock-quote/">RIVN</a>) stock, Whirlpool&nbsp;(NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/whr-stock-quote/">WHR</a>) stock and Chipotle Mexican Grill&nbsp;(NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/cmg-stock-quote/">CMG</a>) stock this morning. All of that info is ready at the links below!



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Unexpected <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stock_catalyst#:~:text=A%20stock%20catalyst%20can%20be,without%20prior%20notice%20to%20investors.">catalysts</a> are driving the share prices of some previously beaten down stocks sharply higher, presenting a buying opportunity for investors. Surprise earnings beats, new partnerships and takeover rumors are lifting the share prices of several well-known companies that had fallen on hard times.



For investors, these catalysts present an opportunity to take a position as the stocks begin to rally off their recent bottoms, <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/catalyst.asp">riding the share price</a> to big gains. In the current set-up, the potential rewards offered by these stocks far outweigh the risks. Here are three stocks to buy right now without any hesitation.



<h2>FedEx (FDX)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/fdx1600-300x169.jpg" alt="A FedEx employee loads a FedEx Express truck in Manhattan."><div>Source: Antonio Gravante / Shutterstock.com</div></div>Shipping and logistics giant FedEx (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/fdx-stock-quote/">FDX</a>) has just reported strong quarterly <a href="https://www.barrons.com/articles/fedex-earnings-stock-price-e274200a">financial results</a>, sending its share price 15% higher. The company announced EPS of $5.41 versus $5.35 that was expected on Wall Street. Revenue in what was the company&rsquo;s fiscal fourth quarter totaled $22.11 billion compared to $22.07 billion that was estimated.



FedEx also reported that its capital expenditures during fiscal 2024 totaled $5.2 billion, down 16% from $6.2 billion in fiscal 2023. The capital spending decline comes as the company implements <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/25/fedex-fdx-earnings-q4-2024.html">cost-cutting measures</a> aimed at saving $4 billion by the end of the current 2025 fiscal year. As for guidance, FedEx raised its outlook for fiscal 2025, saying it expects mid-single-digit revenue growth driven largely by the e-commerce business.



Another reason to like FDX stock is that the company, earlier in June, raised its <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/fedex-fdx-share-price-increases-150300497.html">quarterly dividend payment</a> to shareholders by 10%, taking the distribution to $1.38 per share and giving the stock a yield of 2.15%. FedEx&rsquo;s share price is now up 25% in the last 12 months.



<h2>Rivian Automotive (RIVN)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/rivn1600-8-300x169.png" alt="The front of a Rivian (RIVN) storefront is seen lined up with Rivian R1T and R1S model trucks out in front."><div>Source: Michael Berlfein / Shutterstock.com</div></div>Shares of Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/rivn-stock-quote/">RIVN</a>) are up an incredible 30% in one-day on news that German automotive giant Volkswagen is <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1ddmxmz1lpo">investing $5 billion</a> in the electric vehicle start-up. Volkswagen&rsquo;s investment in Rivian is beginning with an initial injection of $1 billion. The additional $4 billion will be allocated in tranches through 2026. The two companies said that the investment is being made to create a joint venture that will see the two automakers work on electrical architecture and software technology.



The sharp move higher in RIVN stock is welcome news. Before news of the Volkswagen investment, <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/rivian-stock-soars-as-volkswagen-says-it-will-invest-up-to-5-billion-in-new-joint-venture-210921047.html">Rivian stock had been down 90%</a> since the company went public in November 2021. Rivian&rsquo;s stock had come under pressure due to the company&rsquo;s cash burn and mounting losses. The electric vehicle maker reported a net loss of $1.45 billion in this year&rsquo;s first quarter. In recent months, Rivian has cut staff, retooled its Illinois plant to increase efficiencies, and halted construction on a new factory in Georgia.



The cash infusion from Volkswagen, plus the cost-cutting, should help get Rivian and its stock back on track, making now an opportune time to take a position. 



<h2>Whirlpool (WHR)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/whr-stock-1-300x169.jpg" alt="The Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) logo is displayed on a white clothes dryer."><div>Source: Grzegorz Czapski / Shutterstock.com</div></div>Now might also be a good time to buy shares of Whirlpool (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/whr-stock-quote/">WHR</a>) with <a href="https://www.barrons.com/articles/whirlpool-stock-bosch-4fbc99d7">takeover rumors</a> swirling around the appliance manufacturer. WHR stock rose 12% after Reuters reported that German engineering firm Bosch is considering acquiring Michigan-based Whirlpool. No deal has been publicly announced and it&rsquo;s not clear how much Bosch would pay for Whirlpool, which has a market capitalization of $5.33 billion.



But that hasn&rsquo;t stopped the media reports from sending <a href="https://www.marketwatch.com/story/whirlpools-stock-rallies-as-report-emerges-that-bosch-may-try-to-buy-the-appliance-giant-bc05c1f7">Whirlpool stock higher</a>. The potential takeover comes as Bosch, the world&rsquo;s biggest automotive supplier, is relying on acquisitions to grow its business. Whirlpool has undergone a major restructuring in recent years, offloading its business operations in Europe, the Middle East and Africa so that it can concentrate on the North American market.



As with Rivian, the rise in WHR stock comes as a relief. The stock of Whirlpool had previously been down 39% over the past 12 months. Should Whirlpool become a legitimate takeover target, its stock would become <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/articles/stocks/06/mergerarbitrage.asp#:~:text=Merger%20arbitrage%20is%20the%20business,when%20the%20deal%20goes%20through.">an arbitrage play</a>. 



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