Whirlpool says Iran war causing 'recession-level industry decline.' The shares are down 20%
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Source: CNBC
Published: 2026-05-07 22:07 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Transport, Middle East, Military & Defence, Iran, Economy & Finance, Business & Economy, War & Conflict
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Whirlpool shares tumbled Thursday after the iconic appliance maker warned that the war in Iran triggered a severe downturn, underscoring how sharply higher fuel prices and collapsing consumer confidence are beginning to weigh on big-ticket purchases.
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