Core Viewpoint - The current volatility in the stock market presents an opportunity for investors to consider high-yield dividend stocks, particularly Ford and Pfizer, which have yields averaging 7% and are positioned well for long-term growth despite short-term challenges [1][6][14]. Group 1: Market Context - Over the past two months, major indices like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 have entered correction territory, with the Nasdaq Composite officially in a bear market [2]. - The S&P 500 experienced significant volatility, including its 12th largest four-day decline and fifth largest two-day drop in history [3]. Group 2: Dividend Stocks Performance - Historically, dividend stocks have outperformed non-payers, with an annualized return of 9.2% compared to 4.31% for non-dividend stocks over a 51-year period [5]. - The S&P 500 contains numerous dividend-paying companies, with fewer than 20 offering ultra-high yields, defined as four times greater than the S&P 500's current yield of 1.47% [6]. Group 3: Ford Motor Company - Ford has a current yield of 6.23%, which can approach 8% when including a recent special dividend of $0.15 per share [7]. - The company faces short-term challenges, including tariff uncertainties and higher warranty costs, but these are expected to be temporary [8]. - Under new CEO Jim Farley, Ford has shown improvements in vehicle quality, as evidenced by its ranking in the U.S. Initial Quality Study [10]. - The F-Series trucks have been the best-selling in America for 48 years, contributing significantly to Ford's profitability [11]. - Ford is adjusting its electric vehicle investment strategy to align with market demand, which is a positive sign for long-term profitability [12]. - The stock appears undervalued at approximately 7 times the consensus earnings per share for 2026 [13]. Group 4: Pfizer Inc. - Pfizer's yield is currently at 7.77%, with expectations for sustainability in the coming years [14]. - The company has faced challenges due to a decline in COVID-19 related sales, but overall net sales have increased by 52% over the past four years [16]. - The acquisition of Seagen for $43 billion is expected to enhance Pfizer's oncology portfolio, with one-time expenses now behind [17]. - Demand for Pfizer's products remains stable regardless of economic conditions, making it a defensive investment [18]. - Pfizer's forward price-to-earnings ratio of just over 7 indicates a historically low valuation for a well-established pharmaceutical company [19].

Ford Motor Company (F) has suspended shipments of several of its flagship vehicles to China due to rising challenges linked to the ongoing U.S.-China trade conflict and increased retaliatory tariffs on American-manufactured cars. The company has confirmed that the current trade climate has disrupted its export plans, prompting it to scale back shipments from the United States to China. Affected models include the F-150 Raptor pickup, Mustang sports car, Michigan-made Bronco SUV and the Kentucky-built Lincol ...

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智通财经4月18日电，据美国国家公路交通安全管理局（NHTSA）消息，福特汽车公司召回4625辆美国 车辆。 ...

Ford Motor is recalling more than 148,000 vehicles in the US as part of two recalls, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Thursday.The automaker will recall 123,611 vehicles due to a fluid leak that could reduce braking performance and increase stopping distance. This affects certain 2017–18 Ford F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator models.Dealers are expected to replace the affected parts like the master cylinder or the brake booster, free of charge, the US auto safety regulator said ...

Core Viewpoint - Ford Motor Company is preparing to increase vehicle prices starting with models produced in May 2025 if President Trump does not implement the suggested tariff relief for automakers [1][2]. Pricing Adjustments - Ford anticipates needing to adjust vehicle pricing unless there is a significant change in Trump's tariff policy, with changes applying to vehicles built in May, which will reach U.S. dealerships in late June or early July [2][3]. - Vehicles already in inventory will not see any price changes [2]. Tariff Implications - This warning indicates that automakers may pass on increased costs due to Trump's 25% tariffs on imported vehicles, especially as Trump considers a temporary break from these tariffs [3][4]. - Ford is still assessing the full impact of Trump's trade policies but expects some tariffs to remain in place for the foreseeable future [4]. Production and Cost Structure - Ford manufactures 80% of its vehicles sold in the U.S. at domestic plants, but many budget-friendly models are produced in Mexico [5]. - The company has faced significant losses in its EV business, with losses of $4.7 billion in 2023 and widening to $5.07 billion in 2024, expecting segmental losses of $5-$5.5 billion in 2025 [6]. Financial Performance - Ford's full-year adjusted EBIT is forecasted between $7 billion and $8.5 billion, down from $10.2 billion in 2024 [6]. - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Ford's 2025 sales and earnings indicates a year-over-year decline of 5.12% and 27.17%, respectively [11]. Stock Performance - Ford shares have lost 22.1% in the past year, underperforming the Zacks Auto, Tires and Trucks sector's decline of 4.3% and the Zacks Automotive - Domestic industry's growth of 14.1% [10]. - The stock currently carries a Zacks Rank 5 (Strong Sell) [13].

美国国家公路交通安全管理局（NHTSA）： 福特汽车公司正在美国召回24,655辆汽车，因为当车辆置 于停车档（P档）且未拉起手刹时，损坏的驻车系统可能导致车辆溜车。行驶中发动机熄火可能导致突 然失去驱动力。这两种情况中的任何一种都会增加发生碰撞的风险。 ...

Group 1 - Ford Motor may raise prices on new vehicles if President Trump's auto tariffs continue, as indicated in a memo sent to dealers [1] - The automaker has initiated deep discounts across its lineup, which will continue until June 2, but pricing on new models produced in May and beyond may change [1][4] - Ford's executive noted that if tariffs remain unchanged, vehicle pricing adjustments are anticipated, particularly for May production [5] Group 2 - Ford will not increase the sticker price on any vehicle currently in inventory at Ford and Lincoln dealers [6] - An analysis revealed that Trump's 25% tariffs on automotive imports, implemented on April 3, will escalate costs for U.S. automakers by about $108 billion in 2025 [6] - Ford is well-positioned to handle tariffs, producing about 80% of its U.S.-sold vehicles domestically [6][8] Group 3 - The tariff situation is dynamic, and Ford is continuously evaluating the potential impact of tariff actions [2] - Both U.S. and foreign automakers are offering price assurances and substantial discounts to alleviate consumer concerns about tariffs inflating costs [4] - Earlier discussions suggested that Trump might consider modifications to the auto-related tariffs, including potential exemptions [7]

撰 文 / 钱亚光 设 计 / 赵昊然 4月15日，Stellantis集团批准了对前首席执行官唐唯实（Carlos Tavares）的 2309万欧元（约合2616 万美元）薪酬方案，他于2024年12月离开了这家汽车制造商。 之前，投资者们对唐唯实的2024年薪酬方案提出了反对意见。该方案包含他的薪资以及他在2025年 还将获得的1.2亿欧元的离职补偿金和里程碑奖金。 在唐唯实任 职期间，美国市场需求下滑，欧洲车型研发延迟，并且还与政界人士、经销商以及工 会发生了冲突。在年度股东大会上，股东们以66%对 33%的比例投票支持唐唯实的薪酬方案。 技术变革、国家间的冲突以及消费者的消费行为等因素，都未能改变汽车行业依然是全球最赚钱的 行业之一。尽管这一行业的首席执行官薪酬因人而异，但标准是统一的：那些能够引领行业巨头走 向新高度，并凭借出色财务表现创下新纪录的领导者们。 这种薪酬方案所产生的财务影响体现在面对新需求和全球挑战时的持续适应方面。不断增长的压力 促使汽车制造商在可持续性、创新和竞争力方面做出努力，从而加大了对新技术的投资，并在生产 多样性方面投入大量资金。通过观察该领域薪酬最高的首席执行官的工资水 ...

Ford stock yields a big 6.5% right now, but is the dividend safe?Ford Motor Company (F 4.45%) stock has lost nearly 26% value in one year, as of this writing. The steep fall has driven the stock's dividend yield up to a juicy 6.5%, based on its April 11 closing price of $9.14 per share.Even better, Ford stock's yield jumps to 8.2% if you count the special dividend of $0.15 per share it paid out on March 3 on top of its regular quarterly dividend of $0.15 a share.That's a massive dividend yield for a cyclica ...