Edgar Filing: WHIRLPOOL CORP /DE/

WHR.12.31.2013 - 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-K

(Mark One)



x		ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013



o		TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from _______ to _______

Commission file number 1-3932

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)



Delaware		38-1490038
(State of Incorporation)		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

2000 North M-63, Benton Harbor, Michigan		49022-2692
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code (269) 923-5000

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:



Title of each class		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common stock, par value $1 per share		Chicago Stock Exchange and New York Stock Exchange

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: NONE



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the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such report), and (2) has been subject to such
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(or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).		Yesý No¨
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herein, and will not be contained, to the best of the registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by
reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K.		ý
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company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
(Check one)
Large accelerated filer ý	Accelerated filer ¨
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).		Yes¨ Noý

The aggregate market value of voting common stock of the registrant held by stockholders not including voting stock held by directors and executive officers of the registrant and certain employee plans of the registrant (the exclusion of such shares shall not be deemed an admission by the registrant that any such person is an affiliate of the registrant) at the close of business on June 30, 2013 (the last business day of the registrant’s most recently completed second fiscal quarter) was $8,814,722,670.

On February 10, 2014, the registrant had 77,460,942 shares of common stock outstanding.

DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

Portions of the following documents are incorporated herein by reference into the Part of the Form 10-K indicated:



Document		Part of Form 10-K into which incorporated
The registrant’s proxy statement for the 2014 annual meeting of stockholders (the “Proxy Statement”)		Part III

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K

For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013

TABLE OF CONTENTS



		PAGE
PART I
Item 1.	Business	3
Item 1A.	Risk Factors	6
Item 1B.	Unresolved Staff Comments	11
Item 2.	Properties	12
Item 3.	Legal Proceedings	12
Item 4.	Mine Safety Disclosures	12

PART II
Item 5.	Market for Registrants's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities	13
Item 6.	Selected Financial Data	13
Item 7.	Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations	15
Item 7A.	Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk	31
Item 8.	Financial Statements and Supplementary Data	31
Item 9.	Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure	65
Item 9A.	Controls and Procedures	65
Item 9B.	Other Information	65

PART III
Item 10.	Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance	65
Item 11.	Executive Compensation	66
Item 12.	Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters	66
Item 13.	Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence	66
Item 14.	Principal Accounting Fees and Services	66

PART IV
Item 15.	Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules	67

SIGNATURES		68



PART I



ITEM 1.	BUSINESS.

Whirlpool Corporation, the world’s leading global manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, was incorporated in 1955 under the laws of Delaware as the successor to a business that traces its origin to 1898. Whirlpool manufactures products in 11 countries and markets products in nearly every country around the world under brand names such as Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Bauknecht, Brastemp and Consul. Whirlpool’s reportable segments consist of North America, Latin America, EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) and Asia. As of December 31, 2013, Whirlpool had approximately 69,000 employees.

As used herein, and except where the context otherwise requires, “Whirlpool,” “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to Whirlpool Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries.

Products and Markets

Whirlpool manufactures and markets a full line of major home appliances and related products. Our principal products are laundry appliances, refrigerators and freezers, cooking appliances, dishwashers, mixers and other portable household appliances. We also produce hermetic compressors for refrigeration systems.

The following table provides the percentage of net sales for each class of products which accounted for 10% or more of our consolidated net sales over the last three years:



	2013		2012		2011
Laundry Appliances	29	%	30	%	30	%
Refrigerators and Freezers	29	%	30	%	30	%
Cooking Appliances	18	%	17	%	17	%
Other	24	%	23	%	23	%
Net Sales	100	%	100	%	100	%

In North America, Whirlpool markets and distributes major home appliances and portable appliances under a variety of brand names. In the United States, we market and distribute products primarily under the Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Roper, Estate, Admiral, Affresh and Gladiator brand names primarily to retailers, distributors and builders. In Canada, we market and distribute major home appliances primarily under the Inglis, Admiral, Whirlpool, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Roper, Estate and KitchenAid brand names. In Mexico, we market and distribute major home appliances primarily under the Whirlpool, Maytag, Acros, KitchenAid and Supermatic brand names. We sell some products to other manufacturers, distributors, and retailers for resale in North America under those manufacturers’ and retailers’ respective brand names.

In Latin America, we market and distribute our major home appliances primarily under the Consul, Brastemp, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag and Eslabón de Lujo brand names. We manage appliance sales and distribution in Brazil, Argentina, Chile and Peru through our Brazilian subsidiary, and in Bolivia, Paraguay and Uruguay through our distributors. We manage appliance sales and distribution in the Caribbean, Central American countries, Venezuela, Colombia, Guatemala and Ecuador through our Brazilian subsidiary and through distributors.

In EMEA, we market and distribute our major home appliances primarily under the Whirlpool, Bauknecht, Ignis, Maytag, Laden, Polar and Privileg brand names, and major and portable appliances under the KitchenAid brand name. In addition to our operations in Western Europe, we have sales subsidiaries in Russia, Ukraine, Hungary, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania, Bulgaria, Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania, Croatia, Morocco, Serbia, and Dubai. We market and distribute a full line of products under the Whirlpool, KIC and Ignis brand names in South Africa. Our European operations also market and distribute products under the Whirlpool, Bauknecht and Ignis brand names to distributors and dealers in Africa and the Middle East.

In Asia, we have organized the marketing and distribution of our major home appliances into five operating groups: (1) mainland China; (2) Hong Kong and Taiwan; (3) India, which includes Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Pakistan; (4) Oceania, which includes Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands; and (5) Southeast Asia, which includes Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Korea, Myanmar and Japan. We market and distribute our products in Asia primarily under the Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Bauknecht and Jenn-Air brand names through a combination of direct sales to appliance retailers and chain stores and through full-service distributors to a large network of retail stores.

Competition

Competition in the major home appliance industry is intense, including competitors such as Arcelik, Bosch Siemens, Electrolux, General Electric, Haier, Indesit, Kenmore, LG, Mabe and Samsung, many of whom are increasingly expanding beyond their existing manufacturing footprint. Moreover, our customer base includes large, sophisticated trade customers who have many choices and demand competitive products, services and prices. Competition in our markets is based upon a wide variety of factors, including selling price, product features and design, performance, innovation, energy efficiency, quality, cost, distribution and financial incentives. These financial incentives include cooperative advertising, co-marketing funds, salesperson incentives, volume rebates and terms. We believe that we can best compete in the current environment by focusing on introducing new and innovative products, building strong brands, enhancing trade customer and consumer value with our product offerings, continuing to expand our global footprint, expanding trade distribution channels, increasing productivity, improving quality, lowering costs, and taking other efficiency-enhancing measures.

Raw Materials and Purchased Components

We are generally not dependent upon any one source for raw materials or purchased components essential to our business. In areas where a single supplier is used, alternative sources are generally available and can be developed within the normal manufacturing environment. Some unanticipated costs may be incurred in transitioning to a new supplier if a prior single supplier relationship were abruptly interrupted or terminated. Supply constraints due to environmental impacts such as hurricanes and floods have required the qualification and use of alternate materials, some of which were at premium costs. We believe such raw materials and components will be available in adequate quantities to meet forecasted production schedules.

Trademarks, Licenses and Patents

We consider the trademarks, licenses and patents we own, in the aggregate, to be a valuable asset. Whirlpool is the owner of a number of trademarks in the United States and foreign countries. The most important trademarks to North America are Whirlpool, Maytag, Jenn-Air, KitchenAid, Amana, and Acros. The most important trademarks to Latin America are Consul, Brastemp, Whirlpool and KitchenAid. The most important trademarks to EMEA are Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Bauknecht and Ignis. The most important trademark to Asia is Whirlpool. We receive royalties from licensing our trademarks to third parties to sell and service certain products bearing the Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, and Amana brand names. We continually apply for and obtain United States and foreign patents. The primary purpose in obtaining patents is to protect our designs and technologies.

Research and Development

Expenditures for research and development relating to new and innovative products and the improvement of existing products were approximately $582 million, $553 million and $578 million in 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively.

Protection of the Environment

Our manufacturing facilities are subject to numerous laws and regulations designed to protect or enhance the environment, many of which require federal, state, or other governmental licenses and permits with regard to wastewater discharges, air emissions, and hazardous waste management. Our policy is to comply with all such laws and regulations. Where laws and regulations are less restrictive, we have established and are following our own standards, consistent with our commitment to environmental responsibility.

We believe that we are in compliance, in all material respects, with presently applicable governmental provisions relating to environmental protection in the countries in which we have manufacturing operations. Compliance with these environmental laws and regulations has not had a material effect on capital expenditures, earnings, or our competitive position during 2013 and are not expected to be material in 2014.

The entire major home appliance industry, including Whirlpool, must contend with the adoption of stricter governmental energy and environmental standards. These standards will be phased-in over the next several years and include the general phase-out of ozone-depleting chemicals used in refrigeration, energy standards rulemakings for selected major appliances, regulatory restrictions on the materials content specified for use in our products by some jurisdictions, and mandated recycling of our products at the end of their useful lives. Compliance with these various standards, as they become effective, will require some product redesign. However, we believe, based on our understanding of the current state of proposed regulations, that we will be able to develop, manufacture, and market products that comply with these regulations.

State and federal environmental protection agencies have notified us of our possible involvement in a number of “Superfund” sites in the United States. However, based upon our evaluation of the facts and circumstances relating to these sites along with the evaluation of our technical consultants, we do not presently anticipate any material adverse effect upon our earnings, financial condition, or competitive position arising out of the resolution of these matters or the resolution of any other known governmental proceeding regarding environmental protection matters.

Other Information

For information about the challenges and risks associated with our foreign operations, see “Risks Relating to Our Business” under Item 1A below.

For certain other financial information concerning our business segments and foreign and domestic operations, see Note 13 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

For information on our global restructuring plans, and the impact of these plans on our operating segments, see Note 10 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

Executive Officers of the Registrant

The following table sets forth the names and ages of our executive officers on February 7, 2014, the positions and offices they held on that date, and the year they first became executive officers:



Name	Office	First Became an Executive Officer	Age
Jeff M. Fettig	Director, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer	1994	56
Michael A. Todman	Director and President, Whirlpool International	2001	56
Marc R. Bitzer	President, Whirlpool North America and EMEA	2006	49
Esther M. Berrozpe	Executive Vice President and President, Whirlpool EMEA	2013	44
João C. Brega	Executive Vice President and President, Whirlpool Latin America	2012	50
David T. Szczupak	Executive Vice President, Global Product Organization	2008	58
Larry M. Venturelli	Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer	2012	53

The executive officers named above were elected by our Board of Directors to serve in the office indicated until the first meeting of the Board of Directors following the annual meeting of stockholders in 2014 and until a successor is chosen and qualified or until the executive officer's earlier resignation or removal. Each of our executive officers has held the position set forth in the table above or has served Whirlpool in various executive or administrative capacities for at least the past five years.

Available Information

Financial results and investor information (including Whirlpool’s Form 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K reports) are accessible at Whirlpool’s website: www.whirlpoolcorp.com — click on “Investors” and then click on “SEC Filings.” Copies of our Form 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K reports and amendments, if any, are available free of charge through our website on the same day they are filed with, or furnished to, the Securities and Exchange Commission.



ITEM 1A.	RISK FACTORS.

This report contains statements referring to Whirlpool that are not historical facts and are considered “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements, which are intended to take advantage of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, are based on current projections about operations, industry conditions, financial condition and liquidity. Words that identify forward-looking statements include words such as “may,” “could,” “will,” “should,” “possible,” “plan,” “predict,” “forecast,” “potential,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” “intend,” “believe,” “may impact,” “on track,” and words and terms of similar substance used in connection with any discussion of future operating or financial performance, a merger, or our businesses. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections, or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements. Those statements are not guarantees and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual results could differ materially and adversely from these forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Risks Relating to Our Business

We face intense competition in the major home appliance industry and failure to successfully compete may negatively affect our business and financial performance. Each of our operating segments operates in a highly competitive business environment and faces intense competition from a growing number of competitors, many of which have strong consumer brand equity. Several of these competitors, such as Bosch Siemens, Electrolux, General Electric, Haier, LG, Panasonic and Samsung are large, well-established companies, many ranking among the Global Fortune 150, and have demonstrated a commitment to success in the global market. Moreover, our customer base includes large, sophisticated trade customers who have many choices and demand competitive products, services and prices. Competition in the global appliance market is based on a number of factors including selling price, product features and design, performance, innovation, reputation, energy efficiency, quality, cost, distribution, and financial incentives, such as cooperative advertising, co-marketing funds, sales person incentives, volume rebates and terms. Many of our competitors are increasingly expanding beyond their existing manufacturing footprints. Our competitors, especially global competitors with low-cost sources of supply and/or highly protected home markets outside, have aggressively priced their products and/or introduced new products to increase market share and expand into new geographies. If we are unable to successfully compete in this highly competitive environment, our business and financial performance could be negatively affected.

The loss of or substantial decline in sales to any of our key trade customers, which include Lowe's, Sears, Home Depot, hhgregg, Best Buy, GPA - Grupo Pão De Açúcar, Ikea, Alno, Suning, major buying groups, and builders, could adversely affect our financial performance. We sell to a sophisticated customer base of large trade customers that have significant leverage as buyers over their suppliers. Most of our products are not sold through long-term contracts, which facilitates the trade customers' ability to change volume among suppliers. As the trade customers continue to become larger, they may seek to use their position to improve their profitability by various means, including improved efficiency, lower pricing, and increased promotional programs. If we are unable to meet their demand requirements, our volume growth and financial results could be negatively affected. The loss of, or substantial decline in volume of, sales to Lowe's, Sears, Home Depot, hhgregg, Best Buy, GPA - Grupo Pão De Açúcar, Ikea, Alno, Suning, major buying groups or builders, or any other trade customers to which we sell a significant amount of products, could adversely affect our financial performance. Additionally, the loss of market share or financial difficulties, including bankruptcy and financial restructuring, by these trade customers could have a material adverse effect on our liquidity, financial position and results of operations.

We face risks associated with our acquisitions and other investments. From time to time, we make strategic acquisitions and participate in joint ventures. These transactions can involve significant challenges and risks, including that the transaction does not advance our business strategy or fails to produce a satisfactory return on our investment. We may encounter difficulties in integrating acquisitions with our operations, and in managing strategic investments. Furthermore, we may not realize the degree, or timing, of benefits we anticipate when we first enter into a transaction. While our evaluation of any potential acquisition includes business, legal and financial due diligence with the goal of identifying and evaluating the material risks involved, we may be unsuccessful in ascertaining or evaluating all such risks.

Our growth plans include efforts to increase revenue from emerging markets, including through acquisitions. Local business practices in these markets may not comply with U.S. laws, local laws or other laws applicable to us. If our compliance policies, including the requirement to comply with all laws, are not followed, such non-compliant practices may result in increased liability risks. For example, our anticipated acquisition of a 51 percent equity stake in Hefei Rongshida Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd ("Hefei Sanyo"), would expand our international operations and thus increase our exposure to certain risks associated with operating internationally. See Note 15 to the Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the Hefei Sanyo acquisition.

Changes in economic conditions could adversely affect demand for our products. A number of economic factors, including, but not limited to, gross domestic product, availability of consumer credit, interest rates, consumer sentiment and debt levels, retail trends, housing starts, sales of existing homes, the level of mortgage refinancing and defaults, fiscal and credit market uncertainty, and foreign currency exchange rates, generally affect demand for our products. Higher unemployment rates, higher fuel and other energy costs, higher deficit spending and debt levels, and higher tax rates adversely affect demand. A decline in economic activity and conditions in the United States, Latin America, Europe and the other markets in which we operate have had an adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations in recent years, and future declines and adverse conditions could have a similar adverse effect.

Product liability or product recall costs could adversely affect our business and financial performance. We are subject to the risk of exposure to product liability and product recall claims if any of our products are alleged to have resulted in injury to persons or damage to property. In the event that any of our products prove to be defective, we may need to recall and/or redesign such products. In addition, any claim or product recall that results in significant adverse publicity, particularly if those claims or recalls cause customers to question the safety or reliability of our products, may negatively affect our business, financial condition, or results of operations. We do maintain product liability insurance, but this insurance may not be adequate to cover losses related to product liability claims brought against us. We may also be involved in certain class action and other litigation, for which no insurance is available. Product liability insurance could become more expensive and difficult to maintain and may not be available on commercially reasonable terms, if at all. In addition, we do not maintain any product recall insurance. Therefore any product recall we are required to initiate could have a significant impact on our operating results and/or cash flows.

We regularly engage in investigations of potential quality and safety issues as part of our ongoing effort to deliver quality products to our customers. We are currently investigating a limited number of potential quality and safety issues, and as necessary, we undertake to effect repair or replacement of appliances. Actual costs of these issues and any future issues depend upon several factors, including the number of consumers who respond to a particular recall, repair and administrative costs, whether the cost of any corrective action is borne initially by Whirlpool or the supplier, and, if initially borne by Whirlpool, whether we will be successful in recovering our costs from the supplier. The actual costs incurred as a result of these issues and any future issues could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition or results of operations.

We face inventory and other asset risk. We write-down product and component inventories that have become obsolete or do not meet anticipated demand or net realizable value. We also review our long-lived and intangible assets for impairment whenever events or changed circumstances indicate the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. If we determine that impairment has occurred, we record a write-down to adjust carrying value to fair value. Although we believe our inventory and other asset related provisions are currently adequate, no assurance can be given that, given the unpredictable pace of product obsolescence and business conditions with trade customers and in general, we will not incur additional inventory or asset related charges. Such charges could materially adversely affect our financial condition and operating results.

Risks associated with our international operations may decrease our revenues and increase our costs. For the year ended December 31, 2013, we derived approximately 46% of our net sales from outside of North America (which includes Canada and Mexico), including 26% in Latin America, 16% in EMEA and 4% in Asia. We expect that international sales will continue to account for a significant percentage of our net sales in the foreseeable future. Accordingly, we face numerous risks associated with conducting international operations, any of which could negatively affect our financial performance. These risks include the following:


•	changes in foreign country regulatory requirements;


•	various import/export restrictions and the availability of required import/export licenses;


•	imposition of foreign tariffs and other trade barriers;


•	political, legal, and economic instability and uncertainty;


•	foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations;


•	changes in foreign country tax rules, regulations and other requirements, such as changes in tax rates and statutory and judicial interpretations of tax laws;


•	inflation;


•	managing widespread operations and enforcing internal policies and procedures such as compliance with U.S. and foreign anti-bribery and anti-corruption regulations, such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (“FCPA”), and antitrust laws;


•	work stoppages and labor relations;


•	disruptions in the shipping of imported and exported products;


•	government price controls;


•	extended payment terms and the inability to collect accounts receivable; and


•	limitations on the repatriation of earnings and cash.

As a U.S. corporation, we are subject to the FCPA, which may place us at a competitive disadvantage to foreign companies that are not subject to similar regulations. Additionally, any determination that we have violated the FCPA could have a material adverse effect on us.

Terrorist attacks, armed conflicts, labor disputes, natural disasters, governmental actions and epidemics could affect our domestic and international sales, disrupt our supply chain, and impair our ability to produce and deliver our products. Such events could directly impact our physical facilities or those of our suppliers or customers, both in the United States and elsewhere.

We are exposed to risks associated with the uncertain global economy. Uncertain economic conditions within our regions and slow recovery in the United States, Europe, and Asia, along with national debt and fiscal concerns in various regions and government austerity measures, are posing challenges to the industry in which Whirlpool operates. The markets for our products depend largely on consumer spending and the availability of financing. Economic uncertainty and related factors exacerbate negative trends in business and consumer spending and may cause certain customers to push out, cancel, or refrain from placing orders for our products. Uncertain market conditions, difficulties in obtaining capital, or reduced profitability may also cause some customers to scale back operations, exit markets, merge with other retailers, or file for bankruptcy protection and potentially cease operations, which can also result in lower sales and/or additional inventory. These conditions may similarly affect key suppliers, which could impair their ability to deliver parts and result in delays for our products or added costs. In addition, these conditions may lead to strategic alliances by, or consolidation of, other appliance manufacturers, which could adversely affect our ability to compete effectively.

Uncertainty about future economic and industry conditions also makes it more challenging for us to forecast our operating results, make business decisions, and identify and prioritize the risks that may affect our businesses, sources and uses of cash, financial condition and results of operations. We may be required to implement additional cost reduction efforts, including restructuring activities, which may adversely affect our ability to capitalize on opportunities in a market recovery. In addition, our operations are subject to general credit, liquidity, foreign exchange, market and interest rate risks. Our ability to invest in our businesses, fund strategic acquisitions and refinance maturing debt obligations depends in part on access to the capital markets.

If we do not timely and appropriately adapt to changes resulting from the uncertain macroeconomic environment and industry conditions, or to difficulties in the financial markets, or if we are unable to continue to access the capital markets, our business, financial condition and results of operations may be materially and adversely affected.

An inability to effectively execute and manage our business objectives could adversely affect our financial performance. The highly competitive nature of our industry requires that we effectively execute and manage our business including our global operating platform initiative. Our global operating platform initiative aims to reduce costs, expand margins, drive productivity and quality improvements, accelerate our rate of innovation, and enable us to receive an acceptable return on our investments. Our inability to effectively control costs and drive productivity improvements could affect our profits. In addition, our inability to provide high-quality, innovative products could adversely affect our ability to maintain or increase our sales, which it could negatively affect our revenues and overall financial performance. Additionally, our success is dependent on anticipating and appropriately reacting to changes in customer preferences and on successful new product and process development and product relaunches in response to such changes. Our future results and our ability to maintain or improve our competitive position will depend on our capacity to gauge the direction of our key markets and upon our ability to successfully and timely identify, develop, manufacture, market, and sell new or improved products in these changing markets.

Failure to maintain our reputation and brand image could negatively impact our business. Our brands have worldwide recognition, and our success depends on our ability to maintain and enhance our brand image and reputation. Maintaining, promoting and growing our brands depends on our design and marketing efforts, including advertising and consumer campaigns, as well as product innovation. We could be adversely impacted if we fail to achieve any of these objectives or if, whether or not justified, the reputation or image of any of our brands is tarnished or receives negative publicity. In addition, adverse publicity about regulatory or legal action against us could damage our reputation and brand image, undermine our customers' confidence in us and reduce long-term demand for our products, even if the regulatory or legal action is unfounded or not material to our operations.

In addition, our success in maintaining, extending and expanding our brand image depends on our ability to adapt to a rapidly changing media environment, including our increasing reliance on social media and online dissemination of advertising campaigns. Negative posts or comments about us on social networking and other websites that spread rapidly through such forums could seriously damage our reputation and brand image. If we do not maintain, extend and expand our brand image, then our product sales, financial condition and results of operations could be materially and adversely affected.

Fluctuations and volatility in the cost of raw materials and purchased components could adversely affect our operating results. The primary materials used to produce and manufacture our products are steel, plastic resins, and base metals, such as aluminum, copper, zinc, and nickel. On a global and regional basis, the sources and prices of those materials and components are susceptible to significant price fluctuations due to supply/demand trends, transportation costs, government regulations and tariffs, changes in currency exchange rates, price controls, the economic climate, and other unforeseen circumstances. These inflationary costs are expected to have a material impact in 2014, largely driven by increases in the cost of plastic resins and steel, as well as component parts impacted by these commodity fluctuations. Continued significant increases in these and other costs in the future could have a material adverse effect on our operating results.

Unfavorable results of legal and tax proceedings could materially adversely affect our business and financial condition and performance. We are subject to a variety of litigation and legal compliance risks, including litigation concerning products, intellectual property rights, income and non-income taxes, environmental matters, corporate matters, commercial matters and compliance with competition laws and distribution, marketing and trade practices. For example, we are currently disputing certain income and non-income tax related assessments issued by the Brazilian authorities relating to BEFIEX, CFC Tax and to IPI tax credits (see Note 6 and Note 11 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information on these matters). Unfavorable outcomes regarding these assessments could materially adversely affect our financial position, liquidity, or results of operations in any particular reporting period. Results of legal proceedings cannot be predicted with certainty and for some matters no insurance is likely available. Regardless of merit, litigation may be both time-consuming and disruptive to our operations and cause significant diversion of management attention and expense. We estimate loss contingencies and establish accruals as required by generally accepted accounting principles, based on our assessment of contingencies where liability is deemed probable and reasonably estimable, in light of the facts and circumstances known to us at a particular point in time. Subsequent developments in legal proceedings, volatility in foreign currency exchange rates and other factors may affect our assessment and estimates of the loss contingency recorded and could result in an adverse effect on our results of operations in the period in which a liability would be recognized or cash flows for the period in which amounts would be paid. Actual results may significantly vary from our reserves.

We are subject to, and could be further subject to, governmental investigations or actions by other third parties. We are subject to various federal, foreign and state laws, including antitrust laws, violations of which can involve civil or criminal sanctions. Government regulators in various jurisdictions have investigated alleged pricing practices in the global compressor industry, including our Embraco compressor business headquartered in Brazil. In addition, we have been named as a defendant in related lawsuits in various jurisdictions, which seek damages in connection with the pricing of compressors, and additional lawsuits may be filed. The impact of these and other investigations and lawsuits could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, liquidity and results of operations.

Our intellectual property rights are valuable, and any inability to protect them could reduce the value of our products, services, and brands. We consider our intellectual property rights, including patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and licensing agreements, to be a significant and valuable aspect of our business. We attempt to protect our intellectual property rights through a combination of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret laws, as well as licensing agreements and third party nondisclosure and assignment agreements. Our failure to obtain or adequately protect our trademarks, products, new features of our products, or our processes may diminish our competitiveness.

We have applied for patent protection in the United States and other jurisdictions with respect to certain innovations and new products, product features, and processes. We cannot be assured that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office or any other jurisdiction will approve any of our patent applications. Additionally, the patents we own could be challenged, invalidated, or others could design around our patents and the patents may not be of sufficient scope or strength to provide us with any meaningful protection or commercial advantage. Further, the laws of certain foreign countries in which we do business, or contemplate doing business in the future, do not recognize intellectual property rights or protect them to the same extent as United States law. As a result, these factors could weaken our competitive advantage with respect to our products, services, and brands in foreign jurisdictions, which could adversely affect our financial performance.

Moreover, while we do not believe that any of our products infringe on the valid intellectual property rights of third parties, others may assert intellectual property rights that cover some of our technology, brands, products, or services. Any litigation regarding patents or other intellectual property could be costly and time-consuming and could divert the attention of our management and key personnel from our business operations. Claims of intellectual property infringement might also require us to enter into costly license agreements. We also may be subject to significant damages or injunctions against development and sale of certain products.

The ability of suppliers to deliver parts, components and manufacturing equipment to our manufacturing facilities, and our ability to manufacture without disruption, could affect our global business performance. We use a wide range of materials and components in the global production of our products and use numerous suppliers to provide materials and components. Because we generally do not have guaranteed supply arrangements with our suppliers and some key parts may be available only from a single supplier or a limited group of suppliers, we are subject to supply and pricing risk. In addition, certain proprietary component parts used in some of our products are provided by single-source unaffiliated third-party suppliers. We would be unable to obtain these proprietary component parts for an indeterminate period of time if these single-source suppliers were to cease or interrupt production or otherwise fail to supply these components to us, which could adversely affect our product sales and operating results. Our operations and operations at suppliers' facilities are subject to disruption for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to, work stoppages, intellectual property claims against suppliers, information technology failures, and hazards such as fire, earthquake, flooding, or other natural disasters. Such disruption could interrupt our ability to manufacture certain products. Any significant disruption could negatively impact our revenue and earnings performance.

In August 2012, the SEC adopted annual disclosure and reporting requirements for those companies who use certain minerals known as “conflict minerals” mined from the Democratic Republic of Congo and adjoining countries in their products. These disclosure and reporting requirements became effective for calendar year 2013. Affected companies must make disclosures for the first time by May 31, 2014, and annually thereafter. There have been and will continue to be significant costs associated with complying with these disclosure requirements, including for diligence to determine the sources of conflict minerals used in our products and other potential changes to products, processes or sources of supply as a consequence of such verification activities. Our disclosure will be predicated upon the timely receipt of accurate information from suppliers, who may be unwilling or unable to provide us with the relevant information. As a result, these new requirements could adversely affect our costs, the availability of minerals used in our products and our relationships with customers and suppliers.

Significant differences between actual results and estimates of the amount of future funding for our pension plans and postretirement health care benefit programs, and significant changes in funding assumptions or significant increases in funding obligations due to regulatory changes, could adversely affect our financial results. We have both funded and unfunded defined benefit pension plans that cover certain employees in North America, Europe, Asia and Brazil. We also have unfunded postretirement health care benefit plans for eligible retired employees. The Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) and the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, govern the funding obligations for our U.S. pension plans, which are our principal pension plans. Our U.S. defined benefit plans were frozen as of December 31, 2006 for substantially all participants. For 2007 and beyond, Whirlpool employees may participate in an enhanced defined contribution plan.

As of December 31, 2013, our projected benefit obligations under our pension plans and postretirement health and welfare benefit programs exceeded the fair value of plan assets by an aggregate of approximately $1.5 billion, ($0.9 billion of which was attributable to pension plans and $0.6 billion of which was attributable to postretirement health care benefits). Estimates for the amount and timing of the future funding obligations of these pension plans and postretirement health and welfare benefit plans are based on various assumptions. These assumptions include discount rates, expected long-term rate of return on plan assets, and health care cost trend rates. These assumptions are subject to change based on changes in interest rates on high quality bonds, stock and bond market returns, and health care cost trend rates, all of which are largely outside our control. Significant differences in results or significant changes in assumptions may materially affect our postretirement obligations and related future contributions and expenses.

We may be subject to information technology system failures, network disruptions, cybersecurity attacks and breaches in data security, which may materially adversely affect our operations, financial condition and operating results. We depend on information technology as an enabler to improve the effectiveness of our operations and to interface with our customers, as well as to maintain financial accuracy and efficiency. Information technology system failures, including suppliers' or vendors' system failures, could disrupt our operations by causing transaction errors, processing inefficiencies, delays or cancellation of customer orders, the loss of customers, impediments to the manufacture or shipment of products, other business disruptions, or the loss of or damage to intellectual property through security breach.

In addition, we have outsourced certain information technology support services and administrative functions, such as payroll processing and benefit plan administration, to third-party service providers and may outsource other functions in the future to achieve cost savings and efficiencies. If the service providers to which we outsource these functions do not perform effectively, we may not be able to achieve the expected cost savings and may have to incur additional costs to correct errors made by such service providers. Depending on the function involved, such errors may also lead to business disruption, processing inefficiencies or the loss of or damage to intellectual property through security breach, or harm employee morale.

Our information systems, or those of our third-party service providers, could also be penetrated by outside parties intent on extracting information, corrupting information or disrupting business processes. Such unauthorized access could disrupt our business and could result in the loss of assets. Cybersecurity attacks are becoming more sophisticated and include, but are not limited to, malicious software, attempts to gain unauthorized access to data, and other electronic security breaches that could lead to disruptions in critical systems, unauthorized release of confidential or otherwise protected information, and corruption of data. These events could impact our customers and reputation and lead to financial losses from remediation actions, loss of business or potential liability or an increase in expense, all of which may have a material adverse effect on our business.

A deterioration in labor relations could adversely impact our global business. As of December 31, 2013, we had approximately 69,000 employees. We are subject to separate collective bargaining agreements with certain labor unions, which generally have two to three year terms. We are periodically in negotiations with certain of the unions representing our employees and may be subject to employee work stoppages that, if such events were to occur, may have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, or results of operations. Further, we cannot be assured that we will be able to renew collective bargaining agreements on the same or similar terms, or at all, which may also have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, or results of operations.

Our ability to attract, develop and retain executives and other qualified employees is crucial to our results of operations and future growth. We depend upon the continued services and performance of our key executives, senior management and skilled personnel, particularly our professionals with experience in our business and operations and the home appliance industry. We cannot be sure that any of these individuals will continue to be employed by us. A lengthy period of time is required to hire and develop replacement personnel when skilled personnel depart Whirlpool. An inability to hire, develop, engage and retain a sufficient number of qualified employees could materially hinder our business by, for example, delaying our ability to bring new products to market or impairing the success of our operations.

Changes in the legal and regulatory environment could limit our business activities, increase our operating costs, reduce demand for our products or result in litigation. The conduct of our businesses, and the production, distribution, sale, advertising, safety, transportation and use of many of our products, are subject to various laws and regulations administered by federal, state and local governmental agencies in the United States, as well as to foreign laws and regulations administered by government entities and agencies in markets in which we operate. These laws and regulations may change, sometimes dramatically, as a result of political, economic or social events. Changes in laws, regulations or governmental policy and the related interpretations may alter the environment in which we do business and, therefore, may impact our results or increase our costs or liabilities. In addition, we incur and will continue to incur capital and other expenditures to comply with various laws and regulations, especially relating to, protection of the environment, human health and safety and energy efficiency. These types of costs could adversely affect our financial performance. Additionally, we could be subjected to future liabilities, fines or penalties or the suspension of product production for failing to comply with various laws and regulations, including environmental regulations. Cleanup obligations that might arise at any of our manufacturing sites or the imposition of more stringent environmental laws in the future could adversely affect us.

Foreign currency fluctuations may affect our financial performance. We generate a significant portion of our revenue and incur a significant portion of our expenses in currencies other than the U.S. dollar. Changes in the exchange rates of functional currencies of those operations affect the U.S. dollar value of our revenue and earnings from our foreign operations. We use currency forwards and options to manage our foreign currency transaction exposures. We cannot completely eliminate our exposure to foreign currency fluctuations, which may adversely affect our financial performance. In addition, because our consolidated financial results are reported in U.S. dollars, if we generate sales or earnings in other currencies, the translation of those results into U.S. dollars can result in a significant increase or decrease in the amount of those sales or earnings. Finally, the amount of legal contingencies related to foreign operations may fluctuate significantly based upon changes in the exchange rates and usually cannot be managed with currency forwards, options or other arrangements. Such fluctuations in exchange rates can significantly increase or decrease the amount of any legal contingency related to our foreign operations and make it difficult to assess and manage the potential exposure.



ITEM 1B.	UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS.

None.



ITEM 2.	PROPERTIES.

Our principal executive offices are located in Benton Harbor, Michigan. On December 31, 2013, our principal manufacturing operations were carried on at 34 locations in 11 countries worldwide. We occupied a total of approximately 62 million square feet devoted to manufacturing, service, sales and administrative offices, warehouse and distribution space. Over 33 million square feet of such space is occupied under lease. Whirlpool properties include facilities which are suitable and adequate for the manufacture and distribution of Whirlpool’s products. The company’s major production sites by operating segment are as follows:



North America:
United States:		Amana and Newton, Iowa; Tulsa, Oklahoma;
		Greenville, Clyde, Findlay, Marion and Ottawa, Ohio;
		Cleveland, Tennessee
Mexico:		Celaya; Monterrey; Ramos Arizpe

Latin America:
Brazil:		Itaiopolis; Joinville; Manaus; Rio Claro
China:		Beijing
Italy:		Riva di Chieri
Slovakia:		Spisska Nova Ves
Mexico:		Monterrey

Europe, Middle East and Africa:
France:		Amiens
Italy:		Trento; Cassinetta; Siena; Naples
Poland:		Wroclaw
Slovakia:		Poprad
Sweden:		Norrkoping
South Africa:		Isithebe

Asia:
China:		ChangXing (Joint Venture); Shunde
India:		Faridabad; Pune; Pondicherry



ITEM 3.	LEGAL PROCEEDINGS.

Information regarding legal proceedings can be found in Note 6 to the Consolidated Financial Statements and is incorporated herein by reference.



ITEM 4.	MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES.

Not applicable.



PART II



ITEM 5.	MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES.

Whirlpool’s common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the Chicago Stock Exchange. As of February 10, 2014, the number of holders of record of Whirlpool common stock was approximately 11,820.

Quarterly market and dividend information can be found in Note 14 (unaudited) to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

On April 23, 2008, our Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program of up to $500 million. Share repurchases are made from time to time on the open market as conditions warrant. We resumed the share repurchase program during 2013 and repurchased 2.5 million shares at an aggregate purchase price of $350 million through December 31, 2013. At December 31, 2013, there was no remaining authorization under this program.

The following table summarizes repurchases of Whirlpool's common stock in the three months ended December 31, 2013:



Period (Millions of dollars, except number and price per share)	Total Number of Shares Purchased	Average Price Paid per Share		Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs	Approximate Dollar Value of Shares that May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plan
October 1, 2013 through October 31, 2013	465,861	$	139.89	465,861	$	145
November 1, 2013 through November 30, 2013	940,091	147.86		940,091	6
December 1, 2013 through December 31, 2013	37,960	152.72		37,960	—
Total	1,443,912	$	145.41	1,443,912



ITEM 6.	SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA.

FIVE-YEAR SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA



(Millions of dollars, except share and employee data)	2013			2012			2011			2010			2009
CONSOLIDATED OPERATIONS
Net sales	$	18,769		$	18,143		$	18,666		$	18,366		$	17,099
Restructuring costs	196			237			136			74			126
Depreciation and amortization	540			551			558			555			525
Operating profit	1,249			869			792			1,008			688
Earnings (loss) before income taxes and other items	917			558			(28		)	586			293
Net earnings	849			425			408			650			354
Net earnings available to Whirlpool	827			401			390			619			328
Capital expenditures	578			476			608			593			541
Dividends paid	187			155			148			132			128
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL POSITION
Current assets	$	7,022		$	6,827		$	6,422		$	7,315		$	7,025
Current liabilities	6,794			6,510			6,297			6,149			5,941
Accounts receivable, inventories and accounts payable, net	548			694			947			1,410			1,389
Property, net	3,041			3,034			3,102			3,134			3,117
Total assets	15,544			15,396			15,181			15,584			15,094
Long-term debt	1,846			1,944			2,129			2,195			2,502
Total debt⁽¹⁾	2,463			2,461			2,491			2,509			2,903
Whirlpool stockholders’ equity	4,924			4,260			4,181			4,226			3,664
PER SHARE DATA
Basic net earnings available to Whirlpool	$	10.42		$	5.14		$	5.07		$	8.12		$	4.39
Diluted net earnings available to Whirlpool	10.24			5.06			4.99			7.97			4.34
Dividends	2.38			2.00			1.93			1.72			1.72
Book value⁽²⁾	60.97			53.70			53.50			54.48			48.48
Closing Stock Price—NYSE	156.86			101.75			47.45			88.83			80.66
KEY RATIOS
Operating profit margin	6.7		%	4.8		%	4.2		%	5.5		%	4.0		%
Pre-tax margin⁽³⁾	4.9		%	3.1		%	(0.2		)%	3.2		%	1.7		%
Net margin⁽⁴⁾	4.4		%	2.2		%	2.1		%	3.4		%	1.9		%
Return on average Whirlpool stockholders’ equity⁽⁵⁾	18.0		%	9.5		%	9.3		%	15.7		%	9.8		%
Return on average total assets⁽⁶⁾	5.3		%	2.6		%	2.5		%	4.0		%	2.3		%
Current assets to current liabilities	1.0			1.0			1.0			1.2			1.2
Total debt as a percent of invested capital⁽⁷⁾	33.0		%	36.0		%	36.8		%	36.7		%	43.6		%
Price earnings ratio⁽⁸⁾	15.3			20.1			9.5			11.2			18.6
OTHER DATA
Common shares outstanding (in thousands):
Average number—on a diluted basis	80,761			79,337			78,143			77,628			75,584
Year-end common shares outstanding	77,417			78,407			76,451			76,030			74,704
Year-end number of stockholders	11,889			12,759			13,527			14,080			14,930
Year-end number of employees	69,000			68,000			68,000			71,000			67,000
Five-year annualized total return to stockholders⁽⁹⁾	34.0		%	7.6		%	(8.1		)%	3.8		%	5.8		%


(1)	Total debt includes notes payable and current and long-term debt.


(2)	Total Whirlpool stockholders’ equity divided by average number of shares on a diluted basis.


(3)	Earnings (loss) before income taxes, as a percent of net sales.


(4)	Net earnings available to Whirlpool, as a percent of net sales.


(5)	Net earnings available to Whirlpool, divided by average Whirlpool stockholders’ equity.


(6)	Net earnings available to Whirlpool, divided by average total assets.


(7)	Total debt divided by total debt and total stockholders’ equity.


(8)	Closing stock price divided by diluted net earnings available to Whirlpool.


(9)	Stock appreciation plus reinvested dividends, divided by share price at the beginning of the period.



ITEM 7.	MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS
OF OPERATIONS.

This Management Discussion and Analysis should be read in connection with the Consolidated Financial Statements, Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements and Selected Financial Data included in this Form 10-K. Certain references to particular information in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements are made to assist readers.

ABOUT WHIRLPOOL

Whirlpool Corporation (“Whirlpool”) is the world’s leading global manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances with net sales of approximately $19 billion and net earnings available to Whirlpool of $827 million in 2013. We are a leading producer of major home appliances in North America and Latin America and have a significant presence throughout Europe and India. We have received worldwide recognition for accomplishments in a variety of business and social efforts, including leadership, diversity, innovative product design, business ethics, social responsibility and community involvement. We conduct our business through four reportable segments, which we define based on geography. Our reportable segments consist of North America, Latin America, EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) and Asia. Our customer base includes large, sophisticated trade customers who have many choices and demand competitive products, services and prices. The major home appliance industry operates in an intensely competitive environment, reflecting the impact of both new and established global competitors, including Asian and European manufacturers.

The charts below summarize the balance of net sales by reportable segment for 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively:

We monitor country-specific economic factors such as gross domestic product, unemployment, consumer confidence, retail trends, housing starts and completions, sales of existing homes and mortgage interest rates as key indicators of industry demand. In addition to profitability, we also focus on country, brand, product and channel sales when assessing and forecasting financial results.

Our leading portfolio of brands includes Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Brastemp and Consul, each of which have annual revenues in excess of $1 billion. Our global branded consumer products strategy is to introduce innovative new products, increase brand customer loyalty, expand our presence in foreign markets, enhance our trade management platform, improve total cost and quality by expanding and leveraging our global operating platform and, where appropriate, make strategic acquisitions and investments.

As we grow revenues in our core products, our strategy is to extend our business by offering products and services that are dependent on and related to our core business and expand into adjacent products, such as Affresh cleaners and Gladiator GarageWorks, through stand-alone businesses that leverage our core competencies and business infrastructure.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

2013 OVERVIEW

Whirlpool delivered very strong operating results in 2013 as we continued to execute our business priorities, which include continued investments in new product innovations, a focus on cost productivity programs and the execution of cost and capacity reduction initiatives. These priorities, which have been consistent for several years, placed us in a strong position to benefit from the improving consumer confidence and industry demand levels experienced in the United States during 2013. A continuation of the recessionary demand environment throughout the Eurozone, a slowdown in emerging markets and volatility in foreign currencies partially offset the positive results in the United States during 2013.

We believe that continued execution of our business priorities and a focus on long-term growth will allow the Company to adapt to changes in the macroeconomic environment and maintain our position as the world's leading global manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances.

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

The following table summarizes the consolidated results of operations:



	December 31,
Consolidated - Millions of dollars (except per share data)	2013			Change	2012			Change	2011
Net sales	$	18,769		3.4%	$	18,143		(2.8)%	$	18,666
Gross margin	3,298			14.0	2,893			12.3	2,577
Selling, general and administrative	1,828			(4.0)	1,757			(8.4)	1,621
Restructuring costs	196			17.2	237			(74.3)	136
Interest and sundry income (expense)	(155		)	(38.8)	(112		)	nm	(607		)
Interest expense	(177		)	11.0	(199		)	6.7	(213		)
Income tax expense (benefit)	68			49.2	133			nm	(436		)
Net earnings available to Whirlpool	827			106.0	401			3.0	390
Diluted net earnings available to Whirlpool per share	$	10.24		102.3%	$	5.06		1.5%	$	4.99

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Consolidated Net Sales

The following tables summarize units sold and consolidated net sales by operating segment:



	December 31,
Units Sold - In thousands		2013	Change		2012	Change		2011
North America		25,895	6.6	%	24,291	(5.0	)%	25,575
Latin America		13,422	6.2		12,637	6.8		11,830
EMEA		11,907	3.1		11,546	(6.4	)	12,334
Asia		3,917	(2.7	)	4,028	0.4		4,014
Consolidated		55,141	5.0	%	52,502	(2.3	)%	53,753



	December 31,
Consolidated Net Sales - Millions of dollars		2013			Change		2012			Change		2011
North America		$	10,178		5.7	%	$	9,631		0.5	%	$	9,582
Latin America		4,928			(0.5	)	4,950			(2.2	)	5,062
EMEA		3,024			5.2		2,874			(13.1	)	3,305
Asia		807			(4.8	)	847			(3.8	)	881
Other/eliminations		(168		)	—		(159		)	—		(164		)
Consolidated		$	18,769		3.4	%	$	18,143		(2.8	)%	$	18,666

Consolidated net sales increased 3.4% compared to 2012 primarily due to higher unit shipments and BEFIEX credits, partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency and changes in product mix. Excluding the impact of foreign currency and BEFIEX credits, consolidated net sales increased 4.4% compared to 2012. Consolidated net sales for 2012 decreased 2.8% compared to 2011 primarily due to the unfavorable impact of foreign currency, lower BEFIEX credits recognized and lower unit shipments, which were largely offset by favorable pricing and mix. Excluding the impact of foreign currency and BEFIEX credits, consolidated net sales for 2012 increased 2.9% compared to 2011.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

We provide the percentage change in net sales, excluding the impact of foreign currency and BEFIEX credits, as a supplement to the change in net sales as determined by U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP") to provide stockholders with a clearer basis to assess Whirlpool's results over time. This measure is considered a non-GAAP financial measure and is calculated by translating the current period net sales excluding BEFIEX credits, in functional currency, to U.S. dollars using the prior-year period's exchange rate compared to the prior-year period net sales excluding BEFIEX credits.

Significant regional trends were as follows:


•	North America net sales increased 5.7% compared to 2012 primarily due to a 6.6% increase in units sold, partially offset by changes in product mix and foreign currency. North America net sales for 2012 increased 0.5% compared to 2011 primarily due to favorable product price/mix, partially offset by a 5.0% decrease in units sold.

•

Latin America net sales decreased 0.5% compared to 2012 primarily due to the unfavorable impact of foreign currency, partially offset by a 6.2% increase in units sold and higher BEFIEX credits. Excluding the impact of foreign currency and BEFIEX credits, Latin America net sales increased 4.1% in 2013. Latin America net sales for 2012 decreased 2.2% compared to 2011 primarily due to the unfavorable impact of foreign currency, and lower BEFIEX credits recognized, partially offset by a 6.8% increase in units sold and favorable product price/mix. Excluding the impact of foreign currency and BEFIEX credits, Latin America net sales increased 13.9% in 2012.

We were able to recognize approximately $109 million, $37 million and $266 million of BEFIEX credits in 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. As of December 31, 2013, approximately $66 million of future cash monetization remained, including $52 million of related court awarded fees, which is not expected to be payable for several years. For additional information regarding BEFIEX credits, see Note 11 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

•

EMEA net sales increased 5.2% compared to 2012, primarily due to the favorable impact of foreign currency and a 3.1% increase in units sold. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, net sales increased 1.8%. In 2012 EMEA net sales decreased 13.1% compared to 2011, primarily due to the unfavorable impact of foreign currency and a 6.4% decrease in units sold. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, net sales decreased 6.6%.

•

Asia net sales decreased 4.8% compared to 2012 primarily due to the unfavorable impact of foreign currency and a 2.7% decrease in units sold, partially offset by favorable product price/mix. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, Asia net sales decreased 1.1%. Asia net sales for 2012 decreased 3.8% compared to 2011 primarily due to the unfavorable impact of foreign currency, partially offset by favorable product price/mix. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, Asia net sales increased 3.8%.

Gross Margin

The table below summarizes gross margin percentages by region:



	December 31,
Percentage of net sales	2013		Change		2012		Change			2011
North America	18.1	%	1.7	pts	16.4	%	5.1		pts	11.3	%
Latin America	19.4		1.7		17.7		(2.3	)		20.0
EMEA	11.2		1.5		9.7		(0.4	)		10.1
Asia	18.6		0.7		17.9		1.4			16.5
Consolidated	17.6	%	1.7	pts	15.9	%	2.1		pts	13.8	%

The consolidated gross margin percentage increased 1.7 points to 17.6% compared to 2012, primarily due to productivity, restructuring initiatives, higher BEFIEX credits, and favorable price/mix, partially offset by higher material costs.

Significant regional trends were as follows:

•

North America gross margin increased compared to 2012 primarily due to productivity and cost and capacity reduction initiatives, partially offset by a 2012 curtailment gain in a postretirement benefit plan that did not recur in 2013. North America gross margin for 2012 reflected strong improvement compared to 2011 primarily due to the favorable impact from previously announced cost-based price increases and cost and capacity reduction initiatives, partially offset by higher material costs and a supplier recovery payment received in the prior year that did not recur in 2012.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

•

Latin America gross margin increased compared to 2012 primarily due to favorable product price/mix, productivity and BEFIEX credits, partially offset by higher material costs. During 2012, Latin America gross margin decreased compared to 2011 primarily due to $229 million in lower BEFIEX credits recognized due to a IPI sales tax holiday during 2012 and higher material costs, partially offset by favorable product price/mix and continued productivity and cost reduction initiatives.

•

EMEA gross margin increased compared to 2012 primarily due to increased productivity and benefits from restructuring initiatives, partially offset by higher material costs. During 2012, EMEA gross margin decreased compared to 2011 primarily due to lower production levels related to the weak demand environment throughout Europe and higher material costs, which were partially offset by the favorable impact of product price/mix, productivity and benefits from restructuring initiatives.


•	Asia gross margin increased in 2013 and in 2012 when compared to the prior year periods, primarily due to favorable product price/mix and productivity, partially offset by the unfavorable impacts of higher material costs and foreign currency.

Selling, General and Administrative

The following table summarizes selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of sales by region:



	December 31,
Millions of dollars	2013		As a % of Net Sales	2012		As a % of Net Sales	2011		As a % of Net Sales
North America	$	758	7.5%	$	707	7.3%	$	658	6.9%
Latin America	399		8.1	400		8.1	370		7.3
EMEA	338		11.2	332		11.5	333		10.1
Asia	116		14.4	115		13.6	115		13.1
Corporate/other	217		—	203		—	145		—
Consolidated	$	1,828	9.7%	$	1,757	9.7%	$	1,621	8.7%

Consolidated selling, general and administrative expenses in 2013 reflect an increased investment in consumer advertising compared to 2012 and remain flat as a percent of consolidated net sales due to leverage on increased sales. Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percent of consolidated net sales in 2012 increased compared to 2011, primarily due to higher employee incentive compensation.

Restructuring

During the fourth quarter 2011, the Company committed to restructuring plans (the "2011 Plan") to expand our operating margins and improve our earnings through substantial cost and capacity reductions, primarily within our North America and EMEA operating segments. All actions related to the 2011 Plan have been announced and are now substantially complete, with cumulative costs of $511 million incurred through December 31, 2013. Approximately $50 million in costs related to actions authorized under the 2011 Plan remain and will be recognized primarily during 2014.

In January 2014, the Company announced the closure of a microwave oven manufacturing facility in EMEA by the end of 2014. This action, combined with other organizational efficiency actions in EMEA, are expected to result in charges of approximately $50 million in 2014 primarily related to employee termination costs, non-cash asset impairment costs and facility exit costs.

We incurred restructuring charges of $196 million, $237 million, and $136 million for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. Future cash expenditures relating to the 2011 Plan and the other actions discussed above are approximately $177 million, of which, we expect the majority to be paid in 2014. Additional information about restructuring activities can be found in Note 10 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

Interest and Sundry Income (Expense)

Interest and sundry income (expense) increased $43 million compared to 2012, primarily driven by charges related to Embraco antitrust matters, a Brazilian government settlement, and investment expenses related to the pending acquisition of Hefei Rongshida Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd. ("Hefei Sanyo"). During 2012, interest and sundry income (expense) decreased $495 million compared to 2011, primarily driven by charges related to the 2011 settlement of the Brazilian collection dispute and lower charges related to Embraco antitrust matters, partially offset by 2012 expenses related to the conclusion of long-standing United States contract and patent resolutions.

For additional information about the Embraco antitrust matters, the Brazilian collection dispute, and the Brazilian government settlement, see Note 6 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements. For additional information about the pending acquisition of Hefei Sanyo, see Note 15 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

Interest Expense

Interest expense decreased $22 million compared to 2012, primarily due to lower interest rates. During 2012, interest expense decreased $14 million compared to 2011, primarily due to lower interest rates, partially offset by higher average monthly debt levels.

Income Taxes

The income tax expense (benefit) was $68 million, $133 million, and ($436) million in 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. The decrease in tax expense in 2013 compared to 2012 is primarily due to United States energy tax credits recognized, partially offset by higher pre-tax earnings. The "American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012," signed in January 2013, reinstated the energy tax credit for 2012 and 2013, and resulted in a tax credit benefit related to the production of qualifying appliances in 2012 and 2013 in the combined amount of $126 million, all of which was recognized in 2013.

The increase in tax expense in 2012 compared to 2011 is primarily due to higher pre-tax earnings and the expiration of the United States energy tax credit in 2012. For additional information about our consolidated tax provision, see Note 11 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

The following table summarizes the difference between income tax expense at the United States statutory rate of 35% and the income tax expense (benefit) at effective worldwide tax rates for the respective periods:



Millions of dollars	2013			2012			2011
Earnings (loss) before income taxes
United States	$	149		$	113		$	(240	)
Foreign	768			445			212
Earnings (loss) before income taxes	917			558			(28		)
Income tax computed at United States statutory rate	321			195			(10		)
U.S. government tax incentives, including Energy Tax Credits	(142		)	—			(379		)
Foreign government tax incentives, including BEFIEX	(63		)	(38		)	(100		)
Foreign tax rate differential	(17		)	(2		)	(13		)
U.S. foreign tax credits	(231		)	(31		)	(37		)
Valuation allowances	16			(86		)	11
State and local taxes, net of federal tax benefit	7			2			(4		)
Foreign withholding taxes	29			12			10
Non-deductible government settlements	—			—			30
U.S. tax on foreign dividends and subpart F income	195			57			26
Settlement of global tax audits	(54		)	18			10
Other items, net	7			6			20
Income tax expense (benefit) computed at effective worldwide tax rates	$	68		$	133		$	(436	)

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

FORWARD-LOOKING PERSPECTIVE

We currently estimate earnings per diluted share and industry demand for 2014 to be within the following ranges:



	2014
Millions of dollars, except per share data	Current Outlook
Estimated earnings per diluted share, for the year ending December 31, 2014	$11.05	—	$11.55
Including:
BEFIEX credits	$0.21
Restructuring expense	$(0.95)
Investment expense	$(0.21)

Industry demand
North America	5%	—	7%
Latin America	Flat
EMEA	0%	—	2%
Asia	0%	—	3%

For the full-year 2014, we expect to generate free cash flow of approximately $700 million, including restructuring cash outlays of up to $150 million, capital spending of $625 million to $675 million and U.S. pension contributions of approximately $160 million.

The table below reconciles projected 2014 cash provided by operations determined in accordance with GAAP to free cash flow, a non-GAAP measure. Management believes that free cash flow provides stockholders with a relevant measure of liquidity and a useful basis for assessing Whirlpool’s ability to fund its activities and obligations. There are limitations to using non-GAAP financial measures, including the difficulty associated with comparing companies that use similarly named non-GAAP measures whose calculations may differ from our calculations. We define free cash flow as cash provided by continuing operations less capital expenditures and including proceeds from the sale of assets/businesses.



	2014
Millions of dollars	Current Outlook
Cash provided by operating activities	$	1,325		—	$	1,375
Capital expenditures and proceeds from sale of assets/businesses	(625		)	—	(675		)
Free cash flow	$	700		—	$	700

The projections above are based on many estimates and are inherently subject to change based on future decisions made by management and the Board of Directors of Whirlpool, and significant economic, competitive and other uncertainties and contingencies.

FINANCIAL CONDITION AND LIQUIDITY

Our objective is to finance our business through operating cash flow and the appropriate mix of long-term and short-term debt. By diversifying the maturity structure, we avoid concentrations of debt, reducing liquidity risk. We have varying needs for short-term working capital financing as a result of the nature of our business. We regularly review our capital structure and liquidity priorities, which include funding the business through capital and engineering spending to support innovation and productivity initiatives, funding our pension plan and term debt liabilities, providing return to shareholders and potential acquisitions. In the last 12 months Whirlpool's credit rating was upgraded by S&P to BBB and by Moody's to Baa2, returning to pre-recession levels.

Recent improvements in consumer confidence and housing within the United States have begun a trend away from the recessionary demand environment experienced in recent years. These improvements have offset the financial impact from higher global material costs and economic weakness throughout the Eurozone. While we continue to expect that we will operate under uncertain and volatile global economic conditions, we believe that the improving trends in the United States and our recently executed and announced cost and capacity reductions will allow us to generate operating cash flow, together with access to sufficient sources of liquidity, that will be adequate to meet our ongoing requirements to fund our operations.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

As disclosed on our current report on Form 8-K, which we filed with the SEC on August 13, 2013, on August 12, 2013, Whirlpool’s wholly-owned Chinese subsidiary entered into agreements to acquire a 51 % equity stake in Hefei Rongshida Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd. (“Hefei Sanyo”), through two transactions, for an aggregate purchase price of RMB 3.4 billion (approximately $555 million as of December 31, 2013). The Company currently intends to fund the total consideration for the shares with cash on hand or other public or private debt financing depending on the timing of the closing and market conditions. The acquisition, which has been approved by Hefei Sanyo’s board of directors, is subject to certain closing conditions. Approvals from the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China (antitrust and foreign strategic investment), the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council, and Hefei Sanyo shareholders (share purchase and private placement transactions) have been received. The China Securities Regulatory Commission approval (including waiver of a tender offer), as well as regulatory reviews and approvals by other governmental authorities, have not yet been received. The acquisition is also subject to a $20 million breakup fee. Whirlpool currently expects to close the transactions anytime between the end of the second quarter and the end of 2014. Additionally, the transaction includes the commitment of capital and technical resources to enhance Hefei Sanyo’s research and development and product innovation. Additional information about the transaction can be found in Note 15 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

Our short term potential uses of liquidity include funding our ongoing capital spending, restructuring activities, our United States pension plans and returns to shareholders. We also have $607 million of term debt maturing in the next twelve months.

We monitor the credit ratings and market indicators of credit risk of our lending, depository, and derivative counterparty banks regularly. In addition, we diversify our deposits and investments in short term cash equivalents to limit the concentration of exposure by counterparty.

We continue to monitor the general financial instability and uncertainty throughout Europe. At December 31, 2013, we had cash, cash equivalents and third-party receivables of approximately $385 million in Belgium, which was the only country in Europe with exposure for cash, cash equivalents and third party receivables greater than 1% of our consolidated assets. In addition, as of December 31, 2013, we had $76 million in outstanding trade and other receivables associated with Alno AG, a long-standing European customer. Alno took steps to strengthen its financial position during 2013, including the successful issuance in €45 million public bonds during the second quarter. Additionally, in April 2013, we agreed to convert €30 million (equivalent to $41 million as of December 31, 2013) of past due receivables into a note receivable, at a fair market interest rate, with €10 million due in 2014 and €20 million due in 2017. This transaction did not have a material impact on our results of operations based on our assessment of the fair value of the receivables.

As of December 31, 2013, we had $1.4 billion of cash and equivalents on hand, of which $1.3 billion was held outside of the United States. Our cash balance in the United States at December 31, 2013 decreased from the prior year primarily due to higher return to shareholders through higher dividends paid and the resumption of our share repurchase program during 2013. Our intent is to permanently reinvest these funds outside of the United States and our current plans do not demonstrate a need to repatriate these funds to fund our U.S. operations. However, if these funds were repatriated, then we would be required to accrue and pay applicable U.S. taxes (subject to an adjustment for foreign tax credits) and withholding taxes payable to various countries.

Sources and Uses of Cash

We met our cash needs during 2013 through cash flows from operations, cash and equivalents, and financing arrangements. Our cash and equivalents at December 31, 2013 increased $212 million compared to the same period in 2012. Significant drivers of changes in our cash and equivalents balance during 2013 are discussed below:

Cash Flow Summary



Millions of dollars	2013			2012			2011
Cash provided by (used in):
Operating activities	$	1,262		$	696		$	530
Investing activities	(582		)	(494		)	(596		)
Financing activities	(434		)	(148		)	(166		)
Effect of exchange rate changes	(34		)	5			(27		)
Net increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents	$	212		$	59		$	(259	)

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

Cash Flows from Operating Activities

The increase in cash provided by operations during 2013 reflects higher cash earnings and working capital improvements, which were partially offset by $116 million to fund our United States qualified pension plans. The increase in cash provided by operations during 2012 reflects strong cash earnings and working capital improvements, which were partially offset by approximately $400 million for legal settlements and $167 million to fund our United States qualified pension plans.

The timing of cash flows from operations varies significantly within a quarter primarily due to changes in production levels, sales patterns, promotional programs, funding requirements as well as receivable and payment terms. Dependent on timing of cash flows, the location of cash balances, as well as the liquidity requirements of each country, external sources of funding are used to support working capital requirements throughout the year. Due to the variables discussed above, cash flow used in operations during the year may significantly exceed our quarter and year-end balances.

We offer our suppliers access to third party payables processors. Independent of Whirlpool, the processors allow suppliers to sell their receivables to financial institutions at the discretion of only the supplier and the financial institution. We have no economic interest in the sale of these receivables and no direct financial relationship with the financial institutions concerning these services. All of our obligations, including amounts due, remain to our suppliers as stated in our supplier agreements. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, approximately $1.3 billion and $1.2 billion, respectively, have been sold by suppliers to participating financial institutions.

Cash Flows from Investing Activities

Cash used in investing activities of $582 million during 2013 increased $88 million from 2012, primarily driven by higher capital investment to support new product innovations. Cash used in investing activities of $494 million during 2012 decreased $102 million from 2011, primarily driven by lower capital investment due to project timing and the completion of a significant investment in a new cooking facility in the United States during 2011.

Cash Flows from Financing Activities

Cash used in financing activities during 2013 increased compared to 2012 primarily due to the resumption of our share repurchase program and higher cash dividends, partially offset by increased proceeds from the issuance of common stock associated with stock option exercises. Cash used in financing activities during 2012 decreased compared to 2011, reflecting increased proceeds from the issuance of common stock associated with stock options, partially offset by a net reduction in long-term debt levels and higher cash dividends.

Financing Arrangements

We have a $1.725 billion committed credit facility maturing on June 28, 2016, which includes a $200 million letter of credit sub-facility. Borrowings under the credit facility are available to us and designated subsidiaries for general corporate purposes, including commercial paper support. Subsidiary borrowings under this facility, if any, are guaranteed by Whirlpool Corporation. Interest under the credit facility accrues at a variable annual rate based on LIBOR plus a margin or the prime rate plus a margin. The margin is dependent on our credit rating at that time. The credit facility requires us to meet certain leverage and interest coverage requirements. We will incur a commitment fee based on Whirlpool's credit rating for any unused portion of the credit facility. At December 31, 2013 and 2012, we had no borrowings outstanding under this credit agreement and are in compliance with all financial covenant requirements.

We have committed credit facilities in Brazil, which provide borrowings up to 1,120 million Brazilian reais (approximately $478 million as of December 31, 2013) maturing in 2014 and in 2015. The credit facilities contain no financial covenants and we had no borrowings outstanding under these credit facilities at December 31, 2013 and 2012.

In March 2013, $500 million of 5.50% notes matured and were repaid. On February 27, 2013, we completed a debt offering of $250 million principal amount of 3.70% notes due in 2023 and $250 million principal amount of 5.15% notes due in 2043 (collectively, the "Notes"). The Notes contain covenants that limit our ability to incur certain liens or enter into certain sale and lease-back transactions. In addition, if we experience a specific kind of change of control, we are required to make an offer to purchase all of the Notes at a purchase price of 101% of the principal amount thereof, plus accrued and unpaid interest. The Notes are registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, pursuant to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-181339) filed with the SEC on May 11, 2012.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

During 2012 we completed a debt offering comprised of $300 million aggregate principal amount of 4.70% notes due June 1, 2022. Proceeds from the issuance were used to partially repay $350 million in term debt that matured in May 2012. The notes contain customary covenants that limit our ability to incur certain liens or enter into certain sale and lease-back transactions. In addition, if we experience a specific kind of change of control, we are required to make an offer to purchase all of the notes at a purchase price of 101% of the principal amount thereof, plus accrued and unpaid interest.

For additional information about our financing arrangements, see Note 5 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

401(k) Defined Contribution Plan

During January 2012, we began contributing company stock to fund the company match and automatic company contributions, equal to up to 7% of employees' eligible pay, in our 401(k) defined contribution plan covering all U.S. employees. We contributed $49 million of company stock to our 401(k) defined contribution plan during 2012. We resumed funding the company match and automatic contribution in cash during the fourth quarter 2012.

CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS AND FORWARD-LOOKING CASH REQUIREMENTS

The following table summarizes our expected cash outflows resulting from financial contracts and commitments:



	Payments due by period
Millions of dollars	Total		2014		2015 & 2016		2017 & 2018		Thereafter
Long-term debt obligations⁽¹⁾	$	3,269	$	725	$	882	$	122	$	1,540
Operating lease obligations	851		201		298		208		144
Purchase obligations⁽²⁾	1,027		225		340		243		219
Brazilian government settlement⁽³⁾	51		21		30		—		—
United States pension plans⁽⁴⁾	708		160		211		179		158
Foreign pension plans⁽⁵⁾	11		11		—		—		—
Other postretirement benefits⁽⁶⁾	434		51		103		93		187
Legal settlements⁽⁷⁾	66		45		21		—		—
Total⁽⁸⁾	$	6,417	$	1,439	$	1,885	$	845	$	2,248


⁽¹⁾	Interest payments related to long-term debt are included in the table above. For additional information about our financing arrangements, see Note 5 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.


⁽²⁾	Purchase obligations include our “take-or-pay” contracts with materials vendors and minimum payment obligations to other suppliers.


⁽³⁾	Represents payments agreed to under a Brazil government settlement program. See Note 6 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information.


⁽⁴⁾	Represents the minimum contributions required by law estimated based on current interest rates, asset return assumptions, legislative requirements and other actuarial assumptions at December 31, 2013. Management may elect to contribute amounts in addition to those required by law. See Note 12 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information.


⁽⁵⁾	Represents required contributions to our foreign funded pension plans only. See Note 12 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information.


⁽⁶⁾	Represents our portion of expected benefit payments under our retiree healthcare plans.


⁽⁷⁾	For additional information regarding legal settlements, see Note 6 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

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The table does not include any payments related to the pending acquisition of a 51% equity interest in Hefei Sanyo, which is expected to close in 2014. For additional information about the pending acquisition, see Note 15 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements. This table also does not include short-term credit facility and commercial paper borrowings. For additional information about short-term borrowings, see Note 5 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

OFF-BALANCE SHEET ARRANGEMENTS

We have guarantee arrangements in a Brazilian subsidiary. As a standard business practice in Brazil, the subsidiary guarantees customer lines of credit at commercial banks to support purchases, following its normal credit policies. If a customer were to default on its line of credit with the bank, our subsidiary would be required to satisfy the obligation with the bank and the receivable would revert back to the subsidiary. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, the guaranteed amounts totaled $485 million and $449 million, respectively. Our subsidiary insures against credit risk for these guarantees, under normal operating conditions, through policies purchased from high-quality underwriters. We had no losses associated with these guarantees in 2013 or 2012.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

We have guaranteed a $50 million five year revolving credit facility between certain financial institutions and a not-for-profit entity in connection with a community and economic development project (“Harbor Shores”). The credit facility, which originated in 2008, was refinanced in December 2012 and we renewed our guarantee through 2017. The fair value of the guarantee was nominal. The purpose of Harbor Shores is to stimulate employment and growth in the areas of Benton Harbor and St. Joseph, Michigan. In the event of default, we must satisfy the guarantee of the credit facility up to the amount borrowed at the date of default.

In the ordinary course of business, we enter into agreements with financial institutions to issue bank guarantees, letters of credit and surety bonds. These agreements are primarily associated with unresolved tax matters in Brazil, as is customary under local regulations, and governmental obligations related to certain employee benefit arrangements. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012 we had approximately $404 million and $600 million outstanding under these agreements, respectively.

CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND ESTIMATES

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (GAAP) requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions. We periodically evaluate these estimates and assumptions, which are based on historical experience, changes in the business environment and other factors that management believes to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from these estimates.

Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits

Accounting for pensions and other postretirement benefits involves estimating the costs of future benefits and attributing the cost over the employee’s expected period of employment. The determination of our obligation and expense for these costs requires the use of certain assumptions. Those assumptions include the discount rate, expected long-term rate of return on plan assets and health care cost trend rates. These assumptions are subject to change based on interest rates on high quality bonds, stock and bond markets and medical cost inflation, respectively. Actual results that differ from our assumptions are accumulated and amortized over future periods and therefore, generally affect our recognized expense and accrued liability in such future periods. While we believe that our assumptions are appropriate given current economic conditions and actual experience, significant differences in results or significant changes in our assumptions may materially affect our pension and other postretirement benefit obligations and related future expense.

Our pension and other postretirement benefit obligations at December 31, 2013 and preliminary retirement benefit costs for 2014 were prepared using the assumptions that were determined at December 31, 2013. The following table summarizes the sensitivity of our December 31, 2013 retirement obligations and 2014 retirement benefit costs of our United States plans to changes in the key assumptions used to determine those results:



		Estimated increase (decrease) in
Millions of dollars	Percentage Change	2014 Expense	PBO/APBO* for 2013
United States Pension Plans
Discount rate	+/-50bps	$ (1)/–	$ (188)/199
Expected long-term rate of return on plan assets	+/-50bps	(13)/13	–
United States Other Postretirement Benefit Plan
Discount rate	+/-50bps	1/(2)	(18)/13
Health care cost trend rate	+/-100bps	–	2/(2)



*	Projected benefit obligation (PBO) for pension plans and accumulated postretirement benefit obligation (APBO) for other postretirement benefit plans.

These sensitivities may not be appropriate to use for other years’ financial results. Furthermore, the impact of assumption changes outside of the ranges shown above may not be approximated by using the above results. For additional information about our pension and other postretirement benefit obligations, see Note 12 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

Income Taxes

We estimate our income taxes in each of the taxing jurisdictions in which we operate. This involves estimating actual current tax expense together with assessing any temporary differences resulting from the different treatment of certain items, such as the timing for recognizing expenses, for tax and accounting purposes. These differences may result in deferred tax assets or liabilities, which are included in our Consolidated Balance Sheets. We are required to assess the likelihood that deferred tax assets, which include net operating loss carryforwards, foreign tax credits and deductible temporary differences, are expected to be realizable in future years. Realization of our net operating loss and foreign tax credit deferred tax assets is supported by specific tax planning strategies and, where possible, considers projections of future profitability. If recovery is not more likely than not, we provide a valuation allowance based on estimates of future taxable income in the various taxing jurisdictions, and the amount of deferred taxes that are ultimately realizable. If future taxable income is lower than expected or if tax planning strategies are not available as anticipated, we may record additional valuation allowances through income tax expense in the period such determination is made. Likewise, if we determine that we are able to realize our deferred tax assets in the future in excess of net recorded amounts, an adjustment to the deferred tax asset will benefit income tax expense in the period such determination is made.

As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, we had total deferred tax assets of $3.0 billion and $3.1 billion, respectively, net of valuation allowances of $186 million and $130 million, respectively. Our income tax benefit or expense has fluctuated considerably over the last five years from a tax benefit of $436 million in 2011 to the current year tax expense of $68 million and has been influenced primarily by U.S. energy tax credits, audit settlements and adjustments, tax planning strategies, enacted legislation, and dispersion of global income. Future changes in the effective tax rate will be subject to several factors, including remaining BEFIEX credits, business profitability, tax planning strategies, and enacted tax laws.

In addition, we operate within multiple taxing jurisdictions and are subject to audit in these jurisdictions. These audits can involve complex issues, which may require an extended period of time to resolve. For additional information about income taxes, see Notes 1, 6 and 11 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

BEFIEX Credits

In previous years, our Brazilian operations earned tax credits under the Brazilian government’s export incentive program (BEFIEX). These credits reduce Brazilian federal excise taxes on domestic sales, resulting in an increase in the operations’ recorded net sales. We recognize BEFIEX credits as they are monetized; however, future actions by the Brazilian government could limit our ability to monetize these export credits. For additional information regarding BEFIEX credits, see Note 11 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

Warranty Obligations

The estimation of warranty obligations is determined in the same period that revenue from the sale of the related products is recognized. The warranty obligation is based on historical experience and represents our best estimate of expected costs at the time products are sold. Warranty accruals are adjusted for known or anticipated warranty claims as new information becomes available. New product launches require a greater use of judgment in developing estimates until historical experience becomes available. Future events and circumstances could materially change our estimates and require adjustments to the warranty obligations. For additional information about warranty obligations, see Note 6 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

Goodwill and Intangibles

Certain business acquisitions have resulted in the recording of goodwill and trademark assets. Upon acquisition, the purchase price is first allocated to identifiable assets and liabilities, including trademark assets, based on estimated fair value, with any remaining purchase price recorded as goodwill. Most trademarks and goodwill are considered indefinite lived intangible assets and as such are not amortized. At December 31, 2013, we have goodwill of $1,724 million, which is primarily recorded within our North America reporting unit. There have been no changes to our reporting units or allocations of goodwill by reporting units. We have trademark assets in our North America and EMEA operating segments with a carrying value of $1,470 million and $53 million, respectively, as of December 31, 2013.

We perform our annual impairment assessment for goodwill and other indefinite-lived intangible assets as of October 1st and more frequently if indicators of impairment exist.

Goodwill Valuations

We evaluate goodwill using a qualitative assessment to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of any reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. If we determine that the fair value of the reporting unit may be less than its carrying amount, we evaluate goodwill using a two-step impairment test. Otherwise, we conclude that no impairment is indicated and we do not perform the two-step impairment test.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

In conducting a qualitative assessment, the Company analyzes a variety of events or factors that may influence the fair value of the reporting unit, including, but not limited to: the results of prior quantitative tests performed; changes in the carrying amount of the reporting unit; actual and projected operating results; relevant market data for both the company and its peer companies; industry outlooks; macroeconomic conditions; liquidity; changes in key personnel; and the Company's competitive position. Significant judgment is used to evaluate the totality of these events and factors to make the determination of whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying value.

If the qualitative assessment concludes that the two-step impairment test is necessary, we first compare the book value of a reporting unit, including goodwill, with its fair value. The fair value is estimated based on a market approach and a discounted cash flow analysis, also known as the income approach, and is reconciled back to the current market capitalization for Whirlpool to ensure that the implied control premium is reasonable. If the book value of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, we perform the second step to estimate an implied fair value of the reporting unit’s goodwill by allocating the fair value of the reporting unit to all of the assets and liabilities other than goodwill (including any unrecognized intangible assets). The difference between the total fair value of the reporting unit and the fair value of all the assets and liabilities other than goodwill is the implied fair value of that goodwill. The amount of impairment loss is equal to the excess of the book value of the goodwill over the implied fair value of that goodwill.

Evaluating Goodwill - Results and Significant Assumptions

Based on the favorable results of the qualitative assessment conducted on October 1, 2013, there was no goodwill impairment charge recorded in 2013.

For our North America reporting unit, where the majority of our goodwill is held, our qualitative assessment included a review of the events and factors outlined above. Our last quantitative test was performed in 2011. Significant weight was provided to the following factors, as we determined that these items have the most significant impact on the fair value of this reporting unit.

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Operating profit margins improved for the second consecutive year to 10.5% in 2013 compared to 8.8% and 4.2% in 2012 and 2011, respectively. The improvements have been driven by higher net sales, ongoing cost productivity, the benefit of cost and capacity-reduction initiatives, as well as our continued ability to deliver innovative and consumer relevant products to the marketplace. The improvements in operating margins compared to the prior quantitative assessment performed in 2011 provides significant positive evidence for the qualitative assessment.

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We experienced a 175 basis point decrease in the discount rate from our last quantitative assessment performed in 2011, primarily driven by a decline in our company specific risk premium. The decrease in the company specific risk premium is driven largely by the structural improvement in our operating model delivered through successful execution of our cost and capacity reductions and implementation of previously announced cost-based price increases since 2011. The decrease in the discount rate provides significant positive evidence for the qualitative assessment.

The implied increases to the fair value of our North America reporting unit noted above are further supported by an increase in our overall market capitalization of approximately $7.7 billion, or 200%, as of October 1, 2013, compared to the prior quantitative assessment in 2011. This increase is largely attributable to the improved operating performance of the North America reporting unit.

Intangible Valuations

We evaluate certain indefinite-lived intangibles using a qualitative assessment to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of the indefinite lived intangible asset is less than its carrying amount. If we determine that the fair value may be less than its carrying amount, the fair value of the trademark is estimated and compared to its carrying value to determine if an impairment exists. Otherwise, we conclude that no impairment is indicated and we do not perform the quantitative test.

When the qualitative assessment is not utilized and a quantitative test is performed, we estimate the fair value of these intangible assets using the relief-from-royalty method, which requires assumptions related to projected revenues from our annual long-range plan; assumed royalty rates that could be payable if we did not own the trademark; and a discount rate based on our weighted average cost of capital. We recognize an impairment loss when the estimated fair value of the indefinite-lived intangible asset is less than its carrying value.

Evaluating Trademarks - Results and Significant Assumptions

We performed a qualitative assessment for one trademark, with a value of approximately $20 million. Our prior quantitative test performed in 2011 indicated that the fair value for this trademark exceeded its respective carrying value by approximately 400%. Based on the qualitative assessment conducted on October 1, 2013, we concluded that it was more likely than not that the fair value of this trademark was greater than its respective carrying value, therefore no impairment was recorded.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

We performed a quantitative test for our remaining trademarks. Based on the results of our test as of October 1, 2013, we determined that no impairment existed for our trademarks.

In performing the quantitative test, significant assumptions used in our relief from royalty model as of October 1, 2013 included revenue growth rates, assumed royalty rates and the discount rate, which are discussed further below.

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Revenue growth rates relate to projected revenues from our annual long range plan and vary from brand to brand. Adverse changes in the operating environment for the appliance industry or our inability to grow revenues at the forecasted rates may result in a future impairment charge. We performed a sensitivity analysis on our estimated fair value noting that a 10% reduction of forecasted revenues would result in an impairment of approximately $5 million.

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In determining royalty rates for the valuation of our trademarks, we considered factors that affect the intrinsic royalty rates that would hypothetically be paid for the use of the trademark. The most significant factors in determining the intrinsic royalty rates include the overall role and importance of the trademarks in the particular industry, the profitability of the products utilizing the trademarks, and the position of the trademarked products in a given market segment. Based on this analysis, we determined royalty rates of 2-3% for our value brands, 3.5% to 4% for our mass market brands and 6% for our super premium brand. We performed a sensitivity analysis on our estimated fair value noting that a 100 basis point reduction of the royalty rates for each brand would result in an impairment of approximately $150 million.

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In developing discount rates for the valuation of our trademarks, we used the industry average weighted average cost of capital as the base, adjusted for the higher relative level of risks associated with doing business in other countries, as applicable, as well as the higher relative levels of risks associated with intangible assets. Based on this analysis, we determined discount rates ranging from 9.0% to 13.0%. We performed a sensitivity analysis on our estimated fair value noting that an increase in the discount rates used for the valuation of 100 basis points would result in an impairment of approximately $20 million.

Many of the factors used in assessing fair value are outside the control of management and it is reasonably likely that assumptions and estimates can change in future periods. These changes can result in future impairments.

For additional information about goodwill and intangible valuations, see Note 2 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

ISSUED BUT NOT YET EFFECTIVE ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS

Issued but not yet effective accounting pronouncements are not expected to have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.

OTHER MATTERS

Embraco Antitrust Matters

Beginning in February 2009, our compressor business headquartered in Brazil ("Embraco") was notified of investigations of the global compressor industry by government authorities in various jurisdictions. In 2013, Embraco sales represented approximately 8% of our global net sales.

Government authorities in Brazil, Europe, the United States, and other jurisdictions have entered into agreements with Embraco and concluded their investigations of the Company. In connection with these agreements, Embraco has acknowledged violations of antitrust law with respect to the sale of compressors at various times from 2004 through 2007 and agreed to pay fines or settlement payments.

Since the government investigations commenced in February 2009, Embraco, and other compressor manufacturers, have been named as defendants in related antitrust lawsuits in various jurisdictions seeking damages in connection with the pricing of compressors during certain periods beginning in 1996 or later. We have resolved certain claims and certain claims remain pending.

In February 2013, Embraco entered into a settlement agreement with plaintiffs representing a proposed settlement class of U.S. “direct purchasers” of compressors which provides for, among other things, the payment by Embraco of up to $30 million (subject to reduction for opt-outs) in exchange for a release by all settlement class members. The settlement agreement, which was preliminarily approved by the court on January 9, 2014 and remains subject to final court approval, does not cover any claims by direct purchasers which opt out of the proposed settlement class or claims by “indirect purchaser” plaintiffs. Other lawsuits are also pending and additional lawsuits may be filed by purported purchasers of compressors or other plaintiffs.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

In connection with the defense and resolution of the Embraco antitrust matters, we have incurred cumulative charges of approximately $409 million since 2009, including fines, defense costs and other expenses. These charges have been recorded within interest and sundry income (expense). At December 31, 2013, $117 million remains accrued, with installment payments of $46 million, plus interest, remaining to be made to government authorities at various times through 2015.

We continue to defend these actions and take other steps to minimize our potential exposure. The final outcome and impact of these matters, and any related claims and investigations that may be brought in the future are subject to many variables, and cannot be predicted. We establish accruals only for those matters where we determine that a loss is probable and the amount of loss can be reasonably estimated. While it is currently not possible to reasonably estimate the aggregate amount of costs which we may incur in connection with these matters, such costs could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, liquidity, or results of operations.

Brazilian Collection Dispute

We reached an agreement in June 2011 to settle all claims arising from our long-standing dispute in Brazil with Banco Safra S.A. Such settlement was subsequently approved by a Brazilian court in July 2011. Pursuant to the settlement, our subsidiary agreed to pay Banco Safra S.A. 959 million Brazilian reais, in two installments, the first of 469 million reais (equivalent to $301 million) was made in July 2011, and the second of 490 million reais (equivalent to $275 million) was made during January 2012.

BEFIEX Credits

In previous years, our Brazilian operations earned tax credits under the Brazilian government’s export incentive program (BEFIEX). These credits reduced Brazilian federal excise taxes on domestic sales, resulting in an increase in the operations’ recorded net sales. We began recognizing BEFIEX credits in accordance with prior favorable court decisions allowing for the credits to be recognized. We were able to recognize approximately $109 million, $37 million and $266 million of export credits in 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. We recognize export credits as they are monetized; however, future actions by the Brazilian government could limit our ability to monetize these export credits.

In December 2013, the Brazilian government reinstituted the monetary adjustment index applicable to BEFIEX credits that existed prior to July 2009, when the Brazilian government required companies to apply a different monetary adjustment index to BEFIEX credits. It is unknown whether Brazilian courts will require that use of the reinstituted index be given retroactive effect for the July 2009 to December 2013 period, the effect of which would be to increase the amount of BEFIEX credits we would be entitled to recognize.

Our Brazilian operations have received governmental assessments related to claims for income and social contribution taxes associated with BEFIEX credits monetized from 2000 through 2002 and 2007 through 2011. We do not believe BEFIEX export credits are subject to income or social contribution taxes. We are disputing these tax matters in various courts and intend to vigorously defend our positions. We have not provided for income or social contribution taxes on these export credits, and based on the opinions of tax and legal advisors, we have not accrued any amount related to these assessments as of December 31, 2013. The total amount of outstanding tax assessments received for income and social contribution taxes relating to the BEFIEX credits, including interest and penalties, is approximately 1.2 billion Brazilian reais (equivalent to $530 million) as of December 31, 2013.

Litigation is inherently unpredictable and the conclusion of these matters may take many years to ultimately resolve, during which time the amounts related to these assessments will continue to be increased by monetary adjustments at the Selic rate, which is the benchmark rate set by the Brazilian Central Bank. Accordingly, it is possible that an unfavorable outcome in these proceedings could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, liquidity, or results of operations in any particular reporting period.

Brazil Tax Matters

Relying on existing Brazilian legal precedent, in 2003 and 2004, we recognized tax credits in an aggregate amount of $26 million, adjusted for currency, on the purchase of raw materials used in production (“IPI tax credits”). The Brazilian tax authority subsequently challenged the recording of IPI tax credits. No credits have been recognized since 2004. In 2009, we entered into a Brazilian government program which provided extended payment terms and reduced penalties and interest to encourage tax payers to resolve this and certain other disputed tax credit amounts. As permitted by the program, we elected to settle certain debts through the use of other existing tax credits and recorded charges of approximately $34 million in 2009 associated with these matters. In July 2012, the Brazilian revenue authority notified us that a portion of our proposed settlement was rejected and we received tax assessments of 197 million Brazilian reais (equivalent to $84 million as of December 31, 2013), reflecting the original assessment, plus interest and penalties. We are disputing these assessments and we intend to vigorously defend our position. Based on the opinion of our tax and legal advisors, we have not recorded an additional reserve related to these matters.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

In 2001, Brazil adopted a law making the profits of controlled foreign corporations of Brazilian entities subject to income and social contribution tax regardless of whether the profits were repatriated ("CFC Tax"). Our Brazilian subsidiary, along with other corporations, challenged tax assessments on foreign profits on constitutionality and other grounds. In April 2013, the Brazilian Supreme Court ruled in our case, finding that the law is constitutional, but remanding the case to a lower court for consideration of other arguments raised in our appeal, including the existence of tax treaties with jurisdictions in which controlled foreign corporations are domiciled. As of December 31, 2013, our potential exposure for income and social contribution taxes relating to profits of controlled foreign corporations, including interest and penalties and net of expected foreign tax credits, is approximately 108 million reais (equivalent to $46 million). We believe these assessments are without merit and we intend to continue to vigorously dispute them. Based on the opinion of our tax and legal advisors, we have not accrued any amount related to these assessments as of December 31, 2013.

In December 2013, we entered into a Brazilian government program to settle long standing disputes. Participation in the program removed uncertainty related to 16 assessments that were previously under dispute and significantly reduces potential penalties and interest associated with these matters. Our participation will result in payments, including principal and discounted interest and penalties, of 123 million reais (equivalent to $53 million as of December 31, 2013), with $2 million paid in 2013 and the remainder in 30 monthly installments, increased by monetary adjustments at the Selic rate. During the fourth quarter 2013, we recognized pre-tax charges of $11 million in cost of products sold and $17 million in interest and sundry income (expense) related to this program.

In addition to the IPI tax credit and CFC Tax matters noted above, we are currently disputing other assessments issued by the Brazilian tax authorities related to non-income and income tax matters, including BEFIEX credits, which are at various stages of review in numerous administrative and judicial proceedings. In accordance with our accounting policies, we routinely assess these matters and, when necessary, record our best estimate of a loss. We believe these tax assessments are without merit and are vigorously defending our positions, however, each of these matters may take several years to resolve and the outcome of litigation is inherently unpredictable. For additional information regarding BEFIEX credits, see Note 11 of the Consolidated Financial Statements.

Other Litigation

We are currently defending against numerous lawsuits pending in federal and state courts in the United States relating to certain of our front load washing machines. Some of these lawsuits have been certified for treatment as class actions. The complaints in these lawsuits generally allege violations of state consumer fraud acts, unjust enrichment, and breach of warranty. The complaints generally seek unspecified compensatory, consequential and punitive damages. We believe these suits are without merit and are vigorously defending them. Given the preliminary stage of these proceedings, the Company cannot reasonably estimate a possible range of loss, if any, at this time. The resolution of one or more of these matters could have a material adverse effect on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

In addition, we are currently defending a number of other lawsuits in federal and state courts in the United States related to the manufacturing and sale of our products which include class action allegations. These lawsuits allege claims which include breach of contract, breach of warranty, product defect, fraud, violation of federal and state consumer protection acts and negligence. We do not have insurance coverage for class action lawsuits. We are also involved in various other legal actions arising in the normal course of business, for which insurance coverage may or may not be available depending on the nature of the action. We dispute the merits of these suits and actions, and intend to vigorously defend them. Management believes, based upon its current knowledge, after taking into consideration legal counsel's evaluation of such suits and actions, and after taking into account current litigation accruals, that the outcome of these matters currently pending against Whirlpool should not have a material adverse effect, if any, on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

Antidumping Actions

In January 2014, the U.S. Court of International Trade (“CIT”) ruled on our appeal from a 2012 determination by the U.S. International Trade Commission (“ITC”) that dumped and subsidized bottom-mount refrigerators imported from South Korea into the United States did not cause material injury to domestic producers. The CIT found errors in the ITC’s decision and remanded the case for reconsideration. Following the CIT ruling, we decided to no longer pursue appeals related to the bottom mount refrigerator action. In January 2014, the CIT granted our request to dismiss the appeal and, consequently, we expect the other pending appeals concerning the bottom-mount refrigerator case to be dismissed.

In December 2011, we filed petitions requesting that the Department of Commerce (“DOC”) and the ITC initiate antidumping and countervailing duty investigations against large residential washers from South Korea, and an antidumping investigation against the same products from Mexico. In December 2012, the DOC issued final determinations that several Korean and Mexican

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

producers had engaged in dumping and that certain Korean producers received countervailable government subsidies. In January 2013, the ITC unanimously determined that dumped and subsidized imports caused material injury to domestic producers. In February 2013, the DOC issued final orders requiring certain South Korean and Mexican producers to pay cash deposits on imports of large residential washers into the United States. Various appeals challenging all or part of the DOC and ITC final determinations have been filed. These appeals may take several years to resolve. During the pendency of these appeals, the DOC orders remain in effect and the DOC will continue to conduct administrative reviews to determine the amount of dumping and countervailing duties to be paid by these importers. The amounts owed will depend on the extent to which foreign producers price these products below fair value and receive subsidies on these products during the periods under review.

Conflict Minerals

In August 2012, the SEC issued final rules requiring disclosure of the use of conflict minerals (tantalum, tin, tungsten and gold) originating in the Democratic Republic of Congo and adjoining countries. We are currently analyzing whether conflict minerals are necessary to the functionality or production of our products and if so, the most efficient and effective means of complying with the due diligence and reporting requirements of the rules. The first disclosure reporting period is for the 2013 calendar year, with a final report to be filed no later than May 31, 2014.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a safe harbor for forward-looking statements made by us or on our behalf. Certain statements contained in this annual report, including those within the forward-looking perspective section within this Management's Discussion and Analysis, and other written and oral statements made from time to time by us or on our behalf do not relate strictly to historical or current facts and may contain forward-looking statements that reflect our current views with respect to future events and financial performance. As such, they are considered “forward-looking statements” which provide current expectations or forecasts of future events. Such statements can be identified by the use of terminology such as “may,” “could,” “will,” “should,” “possible,” “plan,” “predict,” “forecast,” “potential,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” “intend,” “believe,” “may impact,” “on track,” and similar words or expressions. Our forward-looking statements generally relate to our growth strategies, financial results, product development, and sales efforts. These forward-looking statements should be considered with the understanding that such statements involve a variety of risks and uncertainties, known and unknown, and may be affected by inaccurate assumptions. Consequently, no forward-looking statement can be guaranteed and actual results may vary materially.

This document contains forward-looking statements about Whirlpool Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries (“Whirlpool”) that speak only as of this date. Whirlpool disclaims any obligation to update these statements. Forward-looking statements in this document may include, but are not limited to, statements regarding expected earnings per share, cash flow, productivity and material and oil-related prices. Many risks, contingencies and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from Whirlpool's forward-looking statements. Among these factors are: (1) intense competition in the home appliance industry reflecting the impact of both new and established global competitors, including Asian and European manufacturers; (2) Whirlpool's ability to continue its relationship with significant trade customers and the ability of these trade customers to maintain or increase market share; (3) acquisition and investment-related risk; (4) changes in economic conditions which affect demand for our products, including the strength of the building industry and the level of interest rates; (5) product liability and product recall costs; (6) inventory and other asset risk; (7) risks related to our international operations, including changes in foreign regulations, regulatory compliance and disruptions arising from natural disasters or terrorist attacks; (8) the uncertain global economy; (9) the ability of Whirlpool to achieve its business plans, productivity improvements, cost control, price increases, leveraging of its global operating platform, and acceleration of the rate of innovation; (10) Whirlpool's ability to maintain its reputation and brand image; (11) fluctuations in the cost of key materials (including steel, plastic, resins, copper and aluminum) and components and the ability of Whirlpool to offset cost increases; (12) litigation, tax, and legal compliance risk and costs, especially costs which may be materially different from the amount we expect to incur or have accrued for; (13) the effects and costs of governmental investigations or related actions by third parties; (14) Whirlpool's ability to obtain and protect intellectual property rights; (15) the ability of suppliers of critical parts, components and manufacturing equipment to deliver sufficient quantities to Whirlpool in a timely and cost-effective manner; (16) health care cost trends, regulatory changes and variations between results and estimates that could increase future funding obligations for pension and postretirement benefit plans; (17) information technology system failures and data security breaches; (18) the impact of labor relations; (19) our ability to attract, develop and retain executives and other qualified employees; (20) changes in the legal and regulatory environment including environmental and health and safety regulations; and (21) the ability of Whirlpool to manage foreign currency fluctuations.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - (CONTINUED)

We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, and investors are advised to review disclosures in our filings with the SEC. It is not possible to foresee or identify all factors that could cause actual results to differ from expected or historic results. Therefore, investors should not consider the foregoing factors to be an exhaustive statement of all risks, uncertainties, or factors that could potentially cause actual results to differ from forward-looking statements.

Additional information concerning these and other factors can be found in “Risk Factors” in Item 1A of this report.



ITEM 7A.	QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK.

MARKET RISK

We have in place an enterprise risk management process that involves systematic risk identification and mitigation covering the categories of enterprise, strategic, financial, operation and compliance and reporting risk. The enterprise risk management process receives Board of Directors and Management oversight, drives risk mitigation decision-making and is fully integrated into our internal audit planning and execution cycle.

We are exposed to market risk from changes in foreign currency exchange rates, domestic and foreign interest rates, and commodity prices, which can affect our operating results and overall financial condition. We manage exposure to these risks through our operating and financing activities and, when deemed appropriate, through the use of derivatives. Derivatives are viewed as risk management tools and are not used for speculation or for trading purposes. Derivatives are generally contracted with a diversified group of investment grade counterparties to reduce exposure to nonperformance on such instruments.

We use foreign currency forward contracts, currency options and currency swaps to hedge the price risk associated with firmly committed and forecasted cross-border payments and receipts related to ongoing business and operational financing activities. Foreign currency contracts are sensitive to changes in foreign currency exchange rates. At December 31, 2013, a 10% favorable or unfavorable exchange rate movement in each currency in our portfolio of foreign currency contracts would have resulted in an incremental unrealized gain or loss of approximately $120 million. Consistent with the use of these contracts to neutralize the effect of exchange rate fluctuations, such unrealized losses or gains would be offset by corresponding gains or losses, respectively, in the re-measurement of the underlying exposures.

We enter into commodity swap contracts to hedge the price risk associated with firmly committed and forecasted commodities purchases, the prices of which are not fixed directly through supply contracts. As of December 31, 2013, a 10% favorable or unfavorable shift in commodity prices would have resulted in an incremental gain or loss of approximately $35 million, respectively, related to these contracts.



ITEM 8.	FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA.

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

Year Ended December 31,

(Millions of dollars, except per share data)



	2013			2012			2011
Net sales	$	18,769		$	18,143		$	18,666
Expenses
Cost of products sold	15,471			15,250			16,089
Gross margin	3,298			2,893			2,577
Selling, general and administrative	1,828			1,757			1,621
Intangible amortization	25			30			28
Restructuring costs	196			237			136
Operating profit	1,249			869			792
Other income (expense)
Interest and sundry income (expense)	(155		)	(112		)	(607		)
Interest expense	(177		)	(199		)	(213		)
Earnings (loss) before income taxes	917			558			(28		)
Income tax expense (benefit)	68			133			(436		)
Net earnings	849			425			408
Less: Net earnings available to noncontrolling interests	22			24			18
Net earnings available to Whirlpool	$	827		$	401		$	390
Per share of common stock
Basic net earnings available to Whirlpool	$	10.42		$	5.14		$	5.07
Diluted net earnings available to Whirlpool	$	10.24		$	5.06		$	4.99
Weighted-average shares outstanding (in millions)
Basic	79.3			78.1			76.8
Diluted	80.8			79.3			78.1

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

Year Ended December 31,

(Millions of dollars)



	2013			2012			2011
Net earnings	$	849		$	425		$	408

Other comprehensive income (loss), before tax:
Foreign currency translation adjustments	(122		)	(36		)	(86		)
Derivative instruments:
Net gain (loss) arising during period	(9		)	(17		)	(62		)
Less: reclassification adjustment for gain (loss) included in net earnings	(11		)	(25		)	80
Derivative instruments, net	2			8			(142		)
Marketable securities:
Net gain (loss) arising during period	7			2			(13		)
Less: reclassification adjustment for gain (loss) included in net earnings	—			(7		)	(9		)
Marketable securities, net	7			9			(4		)
Defined benefit pension and postretirement plans:
Prior service (cost) credit arising during period	(2		)	2			148
Net gain (loss) arising during period	475			(384		)	(283		)
Less: amortization of prior service credit (cost) and actuarial (loss)	(35		)	38			42
Defined benefit pension and postretirement plans, net:	508			(420		)	(177		)
Other comprehensive income (loss), before tax	395			(439		)	(409		)
Income tax benefit (expense) related to items of other comprehensive income (loss)	(165		)	130			71
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	$	230		$	(309	)	$	(338	)

Comprehensive income	$	1,079		$	116		$	70
Less: comprehensive income, available to noncontrolling interests	19			20			13
Comprehensive income available to Whirlpool	$	1,060		$	96		$	57

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

At December 31,

(Millions of dollars, except share data)



	2013			2012
Assets
Current assets
Cash and equivalents	$	1,380		$	1,168
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $73 and $60, respectively	2,005			2,038
Inventories	2,408			2,354
Deferred income taxes	549			558
Prepaid and other current assets	680			709
Total current assets	7,022			6,827
Property, net of accumulated depreciation of $6,278 and $6,070, respectively	3,041			3,034
Goodwill	1,724			1,727
Other intangibles, net of accumulated amortization of $237 and $211, respectively	1,702			1,722
Deferred income taxes	1,764			1,832
Other noncurrent assets	291			254
Total assets	$	15,544		$	15,396
Liabilities and stockholders’ equity
Current liabilities
Accounts payable	$	3,865		$	3,698
Accrued expenses	710			692
Accrued advertising and promotions	441			419
Employee compensation	456			520
Notes payable	10			7
Current maturities of long-term debt	607			510
Other current liabilities	705			664
Total current liabilities	6,794			6,510
Noncurrent liabilities
Long-term debt	1,846			1,944
Pension benefits	930			1,636
Postretirement benefits	458			422
Other noncurrent liabilities	482			517
Total noncurrent liabilities	3,716			4,519
Stockholders’ equity
Common stock, $1 par value, 250 million shares authorized, 109 million and 108 million shares issued and 77 million and 79 million shares outstanding, respectively	109			108
Additional paid-in capital	2,453			2,313
Retained earnings	5,784			5,147
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(1,298		)	(1,531		)
Treasury stock, 32 million and 29 million shares, respectively	(2,124		)	(1,777		)
Total Whirlpool stockholders’ equity	4,924			4,260
Noncontrolling interests	110			107
Total stockholders’ equity	5,034			4,367
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity	$	15,544		$	15,396

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

Year Ended December 31,

(Millions of dollars)



	2013			2012			2011
Operating activities
Net earnings	$	849		$	425		$	408
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	540			551			558
Curtailment gain	—			(52		)	(35		)
Increase (decrease) in LIFO inventory reserve	(26		)	(13		)	54
Brazilian collection dispute	—			(275		)	144
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable	(65		)	47			(15		)
Inventories	(86		)	(7		)	283
Accounts payable	275			240			25
Accrued advertising and promotions	28			(13		)	14
Product recall	—			—			(15		)
Taxes deferred and payable, net	(105		)	(68		)	(573		)
Accrued pension and postretirement benefits	(184		)	(227		)	(349		)
Employee compensation	(23		)	249			(59		)
Other	59			(161		)	90
Cash provided by operating activities	1,262			696			530
Investing activities
Capital expenditures	(578		)	(476		)	(608		)
Proceeds from sale of assets	6			10			23
Investment in related businesses	(6		)	(28		)	(7		)
Other	(4		)	—			(4		)
Cash used in investing activities	(582		)	(494		)	(596		)
Financing activities
Repayments of long-term debt	(513		)	(361		)	(313		)
Proceeds from borrowings of long-term debt	518			322			300
Net proceeds (repayments) from short-term borrowings	5			6			(2		)
Dividends paid	(187		)	(155		)	(148		)
Repurchase of common stock	(350		)	—			—
Common stock issued	95			43			14
Other	(2		)	(3		)	(17		)
Cash used in financing activities	(434		)	(148		)	(166		)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and equivalents	(34		)	5			(27		)
Increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents	212			59			(259		)
Cash and equivalents at beginning of year	1,168			1,109			1,368
Cash and equivalents at end of year	$	1,380		$	1,168		$	1,109
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information
Cash paid for interest	$	179		$	197		$	208
Cash paid for income taxes	$	158		$	177		$	136

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Year ended December 31,

(Millions of dollars)



			Whirlpool Stockholders’ Equity
	Total		Retained Earnings		Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss			Treasury Stock/ Additional Paid- in-Capital		Common Stock		Non- Controlling Interests
Balances, December 31, 2010	$	4,320	$	4,680	$	(893	)	$	333	$	106