Whirlpool Refrigerator

Whirlpool Corporation, founded in 1911, is a leading manufacturer of home appliances, including refrigerators, washing machines, and cooking appliances. The company operates globally, with manufacturing facilities in multiple countries, producing a diverse range of products under various brand names. In 2023, Whirlpool reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales and employed around 59,000 people across more than 55 manufacturing and technology research centers worldwide. The company's flagship brand, Whirlpool, is marketed alongside other brands such as KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, Whirlpool Corporation and Arçelik A.Ş. completed a merger to create Beko Europe B.V., a new European appliance company, with Arçelik owning 75% and Whirlpool owning 25%. This merger combined the European appliance businesses of both companies, including brands like Hotpoint and Indesit. Despite this merger, Whirlpool Corporation remains the ultimate owner of the Whirlpool brand.