Why a Recent Quote From Home Depot's Management Could Mean Good News for This High-Yield Stock

Whirlpool's earnings are under pressure this year, but lower interest rates will help sales and margins. Whirlpool's (WHR 0.60%) 7.2% dividend yield is highly enticing. It's undoubtedly a company that will do well in a lower interest rate environment, especially since the housing market should improve, encouraging discretionary spending on household appliances. Still, there's always a reason stocks carry such yields, and it often occurs in stocks about to cut their dividends. While that may happen, somethin ...