Whirlpool (NYSE:WHR) Q4 2025 Earnings call January 29, 2026 08:00 AM ET Speaker14Good morning, and welcome to Whirlpool Corporation's fourth quarter 2025 earnings call. Today's call is being recorded. Joining me today are Marc Bitzer, our Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Roxanne Warner, our Chief Financial Officer, Juan Carlos Puente, our Executive President of North America and Global Strategic Sourcing, and Ludovic Beaufils, our Executive President of KitchenAid Small Appliances in Latin America. Our ...

Summary of AEG's Global Media Conference at IFA 2025 Company Overview - The conference was hosted by AEG, a brand under Electrolux, focusing on innovations in kitchen and home appliances [1][2]. Key Innovations and Products Kitchen Appliances - AEG introduced the AiGi 7,000 Meal Assist oven featuring a Pizza Expert function, designed to enhance home pizza-making experiences [9][10]. - The oven can bake a pizza in just 2 minutes and 30 seconds using a specially designed cast iron tray that reaches temperatures of up to 340 degrees Celsius [11]. - The AI Taste Assist, launched a year ago, has seen 85% of consumers optimizing their cooking settings, showcasing the effectiveness of AEG's technology [44]. AI and Smart Features - The new CamCook technology in the iAgay 9,000 steam pro oven uses AI and integrated camera technology to recognize favorite dishes and cooking habits, eliminating guesswork in cooking [45]. - AI Cool Assist learns daily routines to adjust cooling settings, saving up to 10% in energy consumption [46]. Dishwashers - AEG unveiled the new favorite dishwasher range, achieving the lowest noise level in standard operation at 37 decibels, with an extra silent feature reaching as low as 35 decibels [54]. - The dishwasher boasts a 100% clean in 90 minutes without the need for pre-rinsing, utilizing the new Satellite Clean Pro technology [56]. Laundry Appliances - AEG is recognized as the fastest-growing brand in laundry care in Germany, winning multiple awards for its tumble dryers [61][62]. - The new AEG 9,000 HandStick cordless cleaner is 50% faster and features a unique 360-degree LED light for thorough cleaning [63]. Robot Cleaners - AEG introduced the new Triloboy robot cleaner, capable of cleaning, drying, and wet cleaning in one go, with AI functionality for room mapping [65][66]. Market Position and Growth - AEG has been identified as the fastest-growing kitchen built-in brand in Germany, indicating strong market momentum and consumer acceptance of its innovations [4][61]. Sustainability and Efficiency - AEG's innovations are aligned with a strong sustainability agenda, focusing on energy efficiency and reducing waste through smart preservation technologies [46][48]. Conclusion - AEG's commitment to innovation in kitchen and home appliances is evident through its introduction of advanced technologies and products aimed at enhancing consumer experiences while maintaining a focus on sustainability and efficiency [68].