Welbilt, Inc. belongs to the Industry sector. Filings by its managers are published through SEC (Form 4). The past year has been quiet: not a single insider filing for Welbilt, Inc. The previous disclosure was published on 29 July 2022.
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Welbilt, Inc. is a U.S.-based industrial company focused on commercial foodservice and professional kitchen equipment. The company’s roots go back nearly a century, with the Welbilt Stove Company founded in 1929 and a long history of brand-building through acquisitions and product development. Its headquarters is listed in Vernon Hills, Illinois, United States. Welbilt has been part of the U.S. public equity landscape and was historically traded on the NYSE/NASDAQ before its change in control; today it operates as an Ali Group company.
Welbilt’s core business is the design, manufacture, and distribution of a broad portfolio of equipment used in restaurants, hotels, institutional kitchens, and other commercial foodservice environments. Its product range spans hot and cold categories, including ovens, fryers, steamers, grills, ranges, induction cooktops, refrigeration, beverage dispensing, and blending equipment. The company markets products under a multi-brand platform that includes well-known names such as Convotherm, Delfield, Frymaster, Merrychef, and other specialist brands. In addition to hardware, Welbilt emphasizes connected and after-sales solutions through FitKitchen, its integrated kitchen systems brand; KitchenConnect, its digital connectivity platform; and KitchenCare, its parts and service offering.
From a competitive standpoint, Welbilt’s strength lies in portfolio breadth, brand recognition, and international reach. The company serves customers in more than 100 countries through a global network of dealers and distributors, making it a meaningful player in the commercial kitchen equipment market. Its value proposition is centered on productivity, operational reliability, menu flexibility, and lifecycle support for customers ranging from global chains to independent operators. This combination of scale and specialization helps Welbilt compete against other large foodservice equipment manufacturers by offering full-kitchen solutions rather than single-product categories.
Recent developments underscore a strategy focused on product expansion, customer engagement, and innovation. In 2025, Welbilt announced a new state-of-the-art Experience Center in Coppell, Texas, designed to showcase equipment and support customer collaboration. In March 2026, BUNN joined the Welbilt North American portfolio, broadening exposure to beverage dispensing equipment. The company also highlights ENERGY STAR recognition and ongoing product launches, reinforcing a positioning around energy efficiency and innovation. For investors in France, Belgium, and Switzerland, Welbilt is best viewed as an industrial foodservice-platform business with United States roots, global distribution, and a long operating history in the professional kitchen market.
| Fiscal year end | Revenue | Net income | Diluted EPS | Filing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2021 | 1.55 bn USD | 70.3 m USD | 0.49 USD | 10-K |
| Dec 2020 | 1.15 bn USD | -7.4 m USD | -0.05 USD | 10-K |
| Dec 2019 | 1.59 bn USD | 55.9 m USD | 0.39 USD | 10-K |
| Dec 2018 | 1.59 bn USD | 78.2 m USD | 0.55 USD | 10-K |
| Dec 2017 | 1.45 bn USD | 132.9 m USD | 0.94 USD | 10-K |
Amounts in USD, as filed (forms 10-K, 20-F or 40-F). Source: SEC EDGAR.