General Motors experienced a rise of 8.7% over the past day. You might feel inclined to purchase more shares, or perhaps you want to reduce your investment. However, there is a different viewpoint that could be overlooked. Is there a superior option? It appears that its counterpart Ford Motor provides more advantages. Ford Motor (F) stock showcases excellent revenue growth throughout critical periods, enhanced profitability, and a comparatively lower valuation compared to General Motors (GM) stock. This ind ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kodiak Technologies announced today its participation in FLITE, the Ford Launchpad for Innovative Technologies and Entrepreneurship, hosted by the Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Kodiak Tech is part of FLITE's ninth cohort, a first-of-its-kind aviation program supporting the pilot testing of emerging air travel technologies. Kodiak Tech designs and manufactures high-performance hybrid and electric snow removal vehicles, p ...

PHOENIX, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Offerpad Solutions Inc. (NYSE: OPAD), a leading real estate solutions platform, today announced that Rich Ford has joined the company as Chief Strategy Officer & President of Cash Offer Marketplace, where he will help guide Offerpad's long-term strategy and lead the continued evolution of its marketplace-driven transaction ecosystem. "Our Cash Offer Marketplace expands access to demand without increasing balance-sheet intensity,†said Brian Bair, Founder and CEO of Offerpad. ...

SK Innovation表示，结束与福特汽车的电池合资公司后，将产生3.7万亿韩元（约合26亿美元）的 资产损失。SK Innovation与福特汽车上月表示，将终止BlueOval计划。两间公司于四年前宣布这项耗资 110亿美元、在美国建设三间电池工厂及一间电动农夫车组装厂的计划。在结束合作后，福特将接管合 资公司位于肯塔基州的两间厂房，而SK Innovation旗下的电池部门SK On将营运位于田纳西州的工厂。 ...

Ford Motor Co. ( F ) absorbed a blow to its balance sheet on Dec. 15 with the massive restructuring charge of $19.5 billion, which coincided with the decision to scrap its slow-selling F-150 Lightning battery-electric pickup and substantially de-emphasize battery electricI am a journalist based in Detroit, having spent almost my entire career writing about business and economic subjects for The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Detroit Free Press and Bloomberg. I'm the author of two books and am an ackno ...

Core Insights - General Motors (GM) aims to increase its domestic production to an industry-leading 2 million units annually, driven by the need to mitigate tariff costs which amounted to $3.1 billion in 2025 [1][2] Production Plans - GM plans to ramp up production by adding gas-powered crossovers from Mexico to plants in Kansas and Tennessee, as well as full-size SUVs and pickup trucks to an idled plant in Michigan, potentially reaching its production goal by 2027 [3] - The company expects to outproduce Ford Motor, which assembled 2.1 million vehicles in the U.S. in 2024, thereby reclaiming its title as the top assembler of vehicles in the U.S. [2][4] Tariff Costs - GM's expected tariff costs for 2026 are projected to be between $3 billion and $4 billion, aligning with the $3.1 billion incurred in 2025, which was lower than previous estimates of $3.5 billion to $4.5 billion [2][6] - The company has managed to reduce its net tariff exposure through self-help initiatives and supportive policy actions, although costs could rise depending on duties on vehicles imported from South Korea [7]

Core Insights - Investors are closely monitoring Tesla and Ford as they approach their fourth-quarter 2025 earnings reports, with Tesla set to report tomorrow and Ford on February 10 [1] Tesla (TSLA) Summary - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Tesla's Q4 earnings is 45 cents per share and $25.1 billion in revenue, with a history of missing EPS estimates three out of the last four quarters, averaging an 11.1% negative surprise [2] - Tesla's Q4 2025 vehicle sales fell 16% year-over-year to 418,227 units, missing expectations due to the withdrawal of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit and increased competition from Chinese EV manufacturers [6][7] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Tesla's 2026 EPS has declined by 10 cents over the past 30 days, indicating rising analyst pessimism [14] - Tesla's valuation remains high at a forward sales multiple of 13.67x, reflecting a stretched valuation compared to Ford [15] Ford (F) Summary - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Ford's Q4 earnings is 17 cents per share and $41 billion in automotive revenues, with a solid earnings surprise history, beating estimates in the past four quarters [3] - Ford's Q4 2025 sales increased by 2.7% to over 545,200 vehicles, with hybrid sales growing 17.6% year-over-year, driven by strong demand [8] - Ford expects approximately $19.5 billion in special charges related to restructuring its U.S. EV strategy, with $5.5 billion impacting cash flows through 2026 and 2027 [8][10] - Ford's 2026 EPS estimate has risen by 6 cents over the past week to $1.54, implying a 36% growth from projected 2025 levels [11] - Ford's valuation is significantly cheaper at 0.31x forward sales, making it a more attractive investment option compared to Tesla [15] Comparative Analysis - The risk-reward setup appears to favor Ford, with strong earnings momentum and improving sales trends, despite the impact of restructuring charges on cash flows [17] - Tesla faces challenges from slowing deliveries and competition, with its long-term initiatives in autonomy and AI unlikely to generate significant revenue in the near term [18]

Ford Motor Company (F) is a global automotive manufacturer headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, and one of the oldest and most established carmakers in the world. Founded in 1903 by Henry Ford, the company designs, manufactures, and sells a wide range of vehicles, including trucks, SUVs, cars, and commercial vehicles, under the Ford and Lincoln brands. Valued at $52.3 billion by market cap, the company also provides vehicle-related financing, leasing, and insurance. Shares of this auto giant have outperf ...

Suzuki Motor has agreed to sell its vehicle assembly plant in Rayong, Thailand, to US automaker Ford Motor, according to local reports, as the Japanese automaker looks to reduce costs and streamline its global operations amid intensifying competition from Chinese automakers. The 65,000 sq m plant, located on a 66 hectare plot adjacent to Ford Thailand Manufacturing Company’s (FTM) existing vehicle production facility in the Rayong free trade zone, began operations in 2012 with an annual production capacit ...

同样在欧洲市场，福特曾经也是风光无限。有报道称，上世纪90年代，福特在欧洲乘用车市场的占 有率超过10%，旗下的多款车型深受消费者喜爱，大街小巷都不难找到福特汽车的身影。 然而，随着全球汽车市场竞争的加剧，福特在欧洲市场逐渐面临考验，尤其是在欧洲的电动化转型 之路充满挑战。为了实现电动化转型，近年来，福特投资20亿美元对德国科隆工厂进行改造，期望将其 打造成电动化生产的核心基地，以支撑在欧洲的电动车业务发展。但现实却不尽如人意，欧洲电动汽车 市场需求疲软，政府支持力度不足，再加上欧洲高昂的劳动力与能源成本，使得福特的计划出现阻力。 近日还有报道称，因为欧洲电动汽车需求放缓以及中国汽车厂商的竞争加剧，福特计划未来三年 内，在欧洲裁员近4000人，约占其在地区员工总数的14%。福特表示，裁员将会在2027年底前完成，裁 员方案等待与工会协商，裁员将集中在德国和英国两个国家。福特在一份声明中称，全球汽车行业继续 处于颠覆时期，尤其是在欧洲，该行业面临着前所未有的竞争、监管以及经济逆风。 在汽车产业变革浪潮冲击下，跨国巨头们也坐不住了。 近日，据外媒报道，福特与雷诺在欧洲市场达成合作，旨在拓宽电动化产品推进欧洲电动化 ...