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StocksUpdated×2•Originally published 16 April 2026•Updated 16 April 2026•
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Mixed Outlook for Whirlpool and Fifth Third Ahead of Q1 Earnings

Key Facts

1Whirlpool (WHR) is expected to face a sharp decline in Q1 earnings and revenues due to weak demand, tariffs, and rising costs.
2Fifth Third (FITB) results are likely to show growth in Net Interest Income (NII) and loans, though weighed down by rising costs and weak mortgage activity.

Financial markets are monitoring Q1 2026 earnings previews, with Whirlpool (WHR) facing significant operational headwinds. Raymond James has maintained a 'Market Perform' rating on the stock, as EPS is projected to plummet 57.7% to $0.72 alongside a 3% revenue decline to $3.51 billion. While a 71% price correction has left the stock trading at a low Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.21x, analysts warn that its 6.6% dividend yield may be at risk. In contrast, Waters Corporation (WAT) is expected to see a 2.7% increase in EPS, and Fifth Third (FITB) remains resilient in its net interest income outlook. This divergence underscores the stability in life sciences and regional banking versus the ongoing struggles in consumer durables amid broader macroeconomic volatility.