Whirlpool Says Tariffs to Benefit Business Going Forward (1)

Whirlpool Corp. maintained its full-year financial outlook despite uncertainly over global tariffs, saying their long-term impact will benefit its position in the US home-appliance market.

The refrigerator-maker still expects net sales of $15.8 billion, while ongoing earnings should be around $10 per share this year, it said in a statement. It also expects to cut more than $200 million of costs from its business.

The shares climbed 5.4% as of 4:26 pm ET in after-hours trading.

“We continue to stay focused on what is within our control in this dynamic environment and successfully implemented previously announced pricing actions while delivering ...