"War in Iran resulted in recession-level industry decline in the U.S. as consumer confidence collapsed in late February and March," the company said.

Executives for the whirlpool maker cited a “rapid deterioration” in economic conditions during the Iran war.

"War in Iran resulted in recession-level industry decline in the U.S. as consumer confidence collapsed in late February and March," the company said.

The company posted a sizable first quarter loss as inflation and Iran war jitters hit home.