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Company & Industry OverviewsAnalyzing the Recent Trend in GM’s Revenue
In the fourth quarter of 2018, General Motors’ (GM) revenue rose 1.8% YoY (year-over-year) to $38.4 billion. Company & Industry Overviews3 Things Elon Musk Said Today That You Might Have Missed
Early this morning, before the market opened, Musk revealed that TSLA is reducing its full-time workforce by 7%. Company & Industry OverviewsWhy Tesla Stock Fell More than 8% on January 18
At 6:46 AM EST on January 18, Tesla (TSLA) shares fell 8.4% in the pre-market session from the previous day’s closing. ConsumerIs GM’s Dropping Global Market Share a Concern?
In the third quarter, General Motors’ (GM) global market share fell to 8.6% from 10.0% in the third quarter of 2017. ConsumerHere’s How GM Managed to End Its Negative Revenue Trend in Q3
In the third quarter, General Motors’ (GM) revenue stood at $35.8 billion, an increase of about 6.4% from $33.6 billion in revenue in the third quarter of 2017. ConsumerWhat Helped Fiat Chrysler Expand Its Profit Margin in Q3 2018?
A couple of years quarters ago, FCAU had a bad reputation for having the lowest profit margins among legacy automakers (FXD). ConsumerAdvance Auto Parts’ Valuation Multiples in Q3 2018
As of August 14, Advance Auto Parts’ forward EV-to-EBITDA multiple was 10.8x. Currently, Advance Auto Parts’ forward PE multiple is 20.8x. ConsumerHow Ferrari’s Valuation Looks before Its Q2 2018 Earnings Event
On July 25, Ferrari’s (RACE) forward EV-to-EBITDA multiple was 19.0x. Company & Industry OverviewsTesla’s Quest to Become an Electric Vehicle Leader in China
Tesla’s stock price posted a high of $327.33 in early trade on July 10. The stock price settled at $322.47 with 1.2% gains for the session. ConsumerVehicle Sales in China: May Was Strong
According to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, vehicle sales in China were 2.29 million units in May, a 9.6% rise YoY. ConsumerComparing the Auto Industry’s Valuation Multiples
Valuation multiples are often used by investors to compare auto companies similar in size or business nature. ConsumerA Look at Toyota’s Fiscal 2018 Revenue from North America
Toyota Motor’s (TM) vehicle sales in North America fell 1.1% YoY (year-over-year) to 2.8 million units in fiscal 2018. Earnings ReportWhat Factors Boosted Toyota’s Fiscal 2018 Revenue?
In 2017, Toyota Motor (TM) was the third-largest automaker by volume in the world after Renault-Nissan Alliance and Volkswagen (VLKAY). ConsumerComparing Auto Industry Valuation Multiples
In the auto sector, valuation multiples are used by investors to compare companies that are similar in size or business. ConsumerFord Reported 11th Consecutive Month of F-Series Sales Gains
In March 2018, Ford Motor Company’s (F) F-Series truck US sales totaled 87,000 units, reflecting a sales rise of ~7% on a YoY (year-over-year) basis. Company & Industry OverviewsHow Ford’s Key Brands Performed in China in February 2018
In 4Q17, Ford Motor Company’s (F) Asia-Pacific region’s revenue rose 11% YoY (year-over-year). ConsumerHow Foreign Automakers’ Stock Has Fared in March 2018
According to Autodata, US auto sales fell 2.4% year-over-year in February. Company & Industry OverviewsA Closer Look at GM’s US Sales by Brand in February 2018
In 2017, General Motors’ (GM) Chevrolet brand’s retail sales fell 1.0% YoY (year-over-year). Chevrolet’s total US sales also fell 1.5% YoY in the year. ConsumerWhy AutoZone’s Profit Margin Failed to Impress in Fiscal 2Q18
AutoZone’s 2Q18 earnings Previously, we looked at how AutoZone’s (AZO) key business segments fared in 2Q18. The company’s focus on improving parts availability and the in-store experience continued to drive growth. AZO’s commercial and online retail business traffic grew during the quarter. Let’s find out how these factors affected AutoZone’s profitability in 2Q18. Profit margin in 2Q18 […] ConsumerFiat Chrysler’s European Sales Rose in January 2018
In January 2018, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ (FCAU) total European sales reached ~85,000 vehicle units. ConsumerComparing China and US Vehicle Sales in January 2018
In January 2018, total US auto sales rose about 1.0% YoY to 1.15 million vehicle units, reflecting a slower growth rate than China. ConsumerWhy Couldn’t Ford Perform Well in Europe in 4Q17?
The company’s revenues from its largest market rose, but it couldn’t manage to post a stronger profitability from the region in the fourth quarter last year. ConsumerFiat Chrysler Stock Began 2018 with a Bang after a Solid 2017
Last week, Fiat Chrysler stock (FCAU) continued to soar and posted solid weekly gains of 7.4%. Company & Industry OverviewsWhy Toyota’s US Sales Continued to Drop in December 2017
In December 2017, Toyota Motor (TM), the largest Japanese automaker, reported an 8.3% year-over-year (or YoY) decrease in its US sales volume to 222,985 units. Company & Industry OverviewsAnalyzing General Motors’ Falling Revenues in 2017
In the third quarter of 2017, General Motors’ revenues stood at $33.6 billion, demonstrating a massive drop of 13.5% compared to $38.9 billion in 3Q17. Company & Industry OverviewsKey Factors Impacted Ford’s Profit Margins
In 1Q17, Ford reported a gross profit margin of 10.3%. It reflected weakness compared to the gross margin of 14.1% in the same quarter the previous year. ConsumerHow Toyota’s Profit Margins Trended in Fiscal 2Q18
In fiscal 2Q18, Toyota reported a flat operating margin of 7.3% compared to 7.3% in the same quarter the previous year. ConsumerWhy Many Analysts Aren’t Positive on Ford in October 2017
According to data compiled by Reuters as of October 11, 25% of analysts covering Ford (F) stock have given it a “buy” recommendation. Company & Industry OverviewsHere’s What Ford F-Series August Sales Mean for Investors
In August 2017, Ford Motor’s (F) F-Series truck US sales were 77,007 units with a handsome rise of 15.0% on a YoY (year-over-year) basis. ConsumerComparing Mainstream Automakers’ 2Q17 Profit Margins
In 2Q17, General Motors’ (GM) adjusted EBIT (earnings before interest and taxes) stood at 3.7 billion. The company’s EBIT margin was 10.0% for the quarter. Earnings ReportWhy Toyota’s Fiscal 2017 Revenues Fell
In the calendar year 2016, Toyota (TM) stood as the second-largest automaker by volume in the world after Volkswagen (VLKAY). Company & Industry OverviewsDo Low Interest Rates Inflate Asset Prices?
On January 26, financial adviser Andy Chase told CNBC’s Mike Santoli that equity valuations are at an all-time low. Chase believes that stocks provide the strongest investment opportunity in 2017. Macroeconomic AnalysisHow the Recent Rise in Oil Prices Could Affect the Auto Industry
In November 2016, the WTI (West Texas Intermediate) crude oil prices traded on a bullish note after witnessing a 2.9% rise in the previous month. ConsumerIs Ford Maintaining the Right Balance between Retail and Fleet Sales?
In July 2016, Ford’s fleet sales rose by 6% YoY to 55,321 units, whereas its retail vehicle sales fell by 6% YoY to 161,158 units. ConsumerWhat Drove General Motors’ Revenues Higher in 2Q16?
In 2Q16, General Motors’ (GM) revenues came in at $42.4 billion. This reflects an increase of 11.1% over $38.2 billion in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. ConsumerCan Ford Sustain Its Revenue Growth?
In 1Q16, Ford (F) reported an 11.3% year-over-year (or YoY) rise in its global revenue, which was $37.7 billion compared to $33.9 billion in 2Q15. Macroeconomic AnalysisAuto Industry Indicators: What Do Recent Vehicle Sales Data Suggest?
The US auto industry has witnessed good times in the past couple of years. In 2015, US auto sales were at their highest, with 17.4 million vehicles sold. Company & Industry OverviewsAnalyzing Recent Trends in Honda’s Revenue
In fiscal 2016, Honda reported strong revenues of ~1.5 trillion Japanese yen, which is 9.6% higher than its revenues of ~1.3 trillion yen in fiscal 2015. Company & Industry OverviewsHow Has Honda’s Marketing Strategy Helped It Grow?
Honda (HMC) markets its products through an extensive sales network in the US. This network comprises ~1,040 independent local dealers for motorcycles, ~1,310 for automobiles, and ~8,200 for power products. Company & Industry OverviewsWhat Are the Key Markets for Honda Motor Company?
Honda’s sales from Japan have been declining lately due to slowing auto demand in the region. In fiscal 2016, 12% of the company’s total revenues were from its home market, much lower than 19% in fiscal 2012. Company & Industry OverviewsA Look at Toyota’s Key Leverage Ratios
At the end of most recent reported quarter, Toyota’s interest coverage ratio was 80.6x. This is far better than the GM’s interest coverage ratio of 15.6x and Ford’s ratio of 14.1x. Company & Industry OverviewsHow Does Toyota Plan to Deal with Its Challenges?
With increasing environmental awareness across the globe, a delay in Toyota’s ability to deliver mainstream eco-friendly vehicles may restrict its future growth prospects. Company & Industry OverviewsAnalyzing Recent Trends in Toyota’s Revenue
According to a report published by Forbes in May 2015, Toyota was the eighth-largest company in the world by revenue. The company is not directly listed in the US, although its ADR is traded on the NYSE. Company & Industry OverviewsWhat Are the Key Markets for Toyota Motor Corporation?
Toyota (TM) has 53 overseas manufacturing companies in 28 countries and regions. Originally considered a regional auto manufacturer, Toyota has busted this myth by gaining a huge global market share, particularly in the US and Europe. Company & Industry OverviewsWhat Is Harley-Davidson’s Marketing Strategy?
It’s important for investors to take a look at an automaker’s marketing strategy to understand how the company differentiates its strategy to market its offerings. Company & Industry OverviewsWhat Are the Key Geographical Markets for Harley-Davidson?
In 2015, the company shipped ~95,000 motorcycles outside the US. Australia, Mexico, and Canada are also some of the other key markets for Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Macroeconomic AnalysisConsumerism Abroad to Drive Growth in Mexico
Mexico is known for its industrial base. In 2015, vehicles constituted about 23.7% of Mexican exports, followed by electronic equipment at 21.3% of exports. Company & Industry OverviewsAnalyzing Ford Motor Company’s Leverage Position
Ford uses a high amount of financial leverage. At the end of 2015, 70.4% of Ford’s capital structure was made up of debt, while 29.6% was made up of equity. Company & Industry OverviewsGeneral Motors: The Beginning of the US Auto Giant
General Motors (GM) is the largest American automaker. The company was founded in the year 1908 by William C. Durant. Company & Industry OverviewsWhat Factors Could Affect Ford’s Valuation Multiples?
In Ford’s case, a number of risk factors may affect its future earnings estimates and could negatively affect its valuation multiples going forward.