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For Immediate ReleaseChicago, IL – November 27, 2024 – Today, Zacks Equity Research Toyota (TM) , BYD Co Ltd (BYDDY) and Honda (HMC) .Industry: Foreign AutosLink: https://www.zacks.com/commentary/2375072/ride-the-foreign-auto-industrys-bullishness-with-these-3-stocksThe Zacks Automotive – Foreign industry is navigating mixed fortunes amid shifting economic conditions and evolving consumer preferences. In China, vehicle sales are surging despite economic headwinds, fueled by robust demand for electric and hy ...

Joby Aviation Inc JOBY is soaring to new heights—literally and figuratively. The stock is making new 52-week highs on Monday, fueled by news of half a billion-dollar investment from Toyota Motor Corp TM. Joby stock was up by over 10% by 10:30 AM ET on Monday.Joby's meteoric rise — a staggering 54.75% gain in the past month and 42.34% over the last five days (both rising) — signals a market awakening to the future of air mobility.Toyota's Half-Billion Dollar LiftToyota’s recent $500 million investment into t ...

Core Insights - Toyota Motor North America published its 2024 North American Environmental Sustainability Report, emphasizing its commitment to environmental sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) [1][2]. Carbon - 77% of Toyota and Lexus models in North America now offer an electrified option, with further models expected [3]. - There has been a 14% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to FY2019 [3]. - 74 dealers are participating in the Dealer Environmental Excellence Program, achieving a 20% reduction in electricity use from non-renewable sources [3]. Water - A 6.8% decrease in water withdrawal per vehicle manufactured was achieved compared to FY2021 [4]. - The company focuses on water stewardship as a method for social equity and environmental sustainability [4]. Circular Economy - 93% of all waste was recycled, reused, or repurposed in 2023 [5]. - A 22% reduction in single-use packaging materials has been achieved since FY2018, with a 9% reduction in FY2024 alone [5]. Biodiversity - An additional 4,094.5 acres of pollinator habitat were developed in FY2024, totaling 14,432.4 acres, moving towards a goal of 26,000 acres [6]. - Conservation programs at 16 sites have achieved Conservation Certification from the Wildlife Habitat Council [6]. Future Outlook - Toyota is committed to the Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050, focusing on collaboration and innovation to achieve sustainability goals [8]. - The company recognizes the importance of partnerships in developing sustainable solutions and aims to reduce its environmental impact while promoting mobility for all [9].

Japan’s auto powerhouse, Toyota (TM) , appears to be attractively valued now. TM is currently trading at a forward price/earnings of 7.6X, lower than the industry’s 8.01X as well as its own 5-year average of 9.34X. Toyota currently carries a Value Score of A. Image Source: Zacks Investment ResearchOver the past six months, shares of TM have declined 20%, underperforming the auto sector’s growth of 22%. Currently hovering at $175/share, the stock is trading at more than 30% off its 52-week high.With Toyota t ...

HOW TO DONATEThroughout the campaign, a Toyota Tundra, featuring bright Fill-The-Truck Food Drive graphics will be parked at the Monument and Colorado Springs Natural Grocers locations on a rotating schedule from November 11 – December 13, ready to be filled with donations of non-perishable food items. *FILL-THE-TRUCK FOOD DRIVE DONATION SCHEDULE* Community members can drop off their contributions directly into the Tundra or directly to the Toyota team members onsite. Shoppers will also find designated coll ...

Toyota (TM) posted fiscal second-quarter 2025 earnings of $2.90 per share, which lagged the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.39 and declined from the year-ago earnings of $6.54 a share. Consolidated revenues came in at $76.9 billion, which missed the consensus mark of $79.7 billion and declined from $79.1 billion in the year-ago quarter.  Stay up-to-date with the quarterly releases: See Zacks Earnings Calendar.Toyota had cash and cash equivalents of ¥7.63 trillion ($53.25 billion) as of Sept. 30, 2024. Long-t ...

A sign is displayed outside a Toyota Motor Corp. dealership on Jan. 30, 2024 in Tokyo, Japan.Tomohiro Ohsumi | Getty Images News | Getty ImagesDETROIT — Toyota Motor sounded the alarm Friday that California-led electric vehicle mandates that are set to start next year are "impossible" to meet and, if they're not changed, will lead to less customer choice in several states.Current requirements under the California Air Resources Board's "Advanced Clean Cars II" regulations call for 35% of 2026 model-year vehi ...

Investment Philosophy - The investment strategy focuses on identifying mispriced securities by analyzing the drivers behind a company's financials, often using a DCF model valuation [1] - This approach is not limited to traditional value, dividend, or growth investing but considers all aspects of a stock's prospects to determine the risk-to-reward ratio [1] Market Focus - The investment experience spans US, Canadian, and European markets, with a major focus on small-cap companies [1] Disclosure - The analyst has no stock, option, or derivative positions in any of the mentioned companies and no plans to initiate such positions within the next 72 hours [2] - The article expresses the analyst's own opinions and is not influenced by any business relationships with the mentioned companies [2]

Financial Performance Summary - The company's FY2025 second quarter operating income was 24642 billion yen, a decrease of 95 billion yen year-over-year[4] - The company forecasts full-year operating income of 4300 billion yen, unchanged from the previous forecast[4] - The interim dividend is 40 yen per share, an increase of 10 yen year-over-year, and the full-year dividend forecast is 90 yen per share, an increase of 15 yen year-over-year[4] - Consolidated sales revenue for the first half of FY2025 was 232824 billion yen, an increase of 13008 billion yen[9] - Net income attributable to Toyota Motor Corporation for the first half of FY2025 was 19071 billion yen, a decrease of 6823 billion yen[9] Vehicle Sales - Consolidated vehicle sales for the first half of FY2025 were 5029 thousand units, a decrease of 28% year-over-year[6] - Electrified vehicle sales accounted for 444% of total retail vehicle sales, an increase of 1222% year-over-year[6] - Total retail vehicle sales were 5373 thousand units, a decrease of 40% year-over-year[6] - The company forecasts consolidated vehicle sales of 9400 thousand units for FY2025, a decrease of 10% compared to the previous forecast[19] - The company forecasts total retail vehicle sales of 10850 thousand units for FY2025, a decrease of 9% compared to the previous forecast[19] Regional Performance - Operating income in Japan for the first half of FY2025 was 15245 billion yen, a decrease of 599 billion yen[12] - North America operating income for the first half of FY2025 was 1137 billion yen, a decrease of 1754 billion yen[12] - Asia operating income for the first half of FY2025 was 4904 billion yen, an increase of 793 billion yen[12] - Toyota and Lexus vehicle retail sales in China for the first half of FY2025 were 867 thousand units, a decrease of 138%[13] Financial Forecasts - The company maintains its sales revenue forecast of 46 trillion yen for FY2025[23] - The company maintains its operating income forecast of 43 trillion yen for FY2025[23] - The company is increasing investment in human resources and growth areas to 830 billion yen for the full year[4]