Can Ford Finance Its Future? — May 26th, 2025

The auto industry has always been a game of capitalnot only in the cost of manufacturing but in the financing structures that sustain demand. Ford and GM exemplify this dual role: they don't just build cars, they bankroll them. By extending loans through their captive finance arms, these a...

General Motors Urges Lawmakers to Block EV Mandate as EV Demand Slows — May 20th, 2025

General Motors Company GM is urging lawmakers to block California’s strict zero-emission vehicle mandate, signaling a significant reversal in the automaker’s stance as demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States begins to slow, per the Wall Street Journal. Per an interna...

GM's New LMR Battery Could Change the Game: Is it Ready to Lead? — May 16th, 2025

General Motors GM is setting the stage for a big leap in EV battery innovation. The company just revealed plans for a new lithium manganese-rich (LMR) battery technology that could dramatically lower costs and boost the performance of its largest electric vehicles (EVs). If all goes accord...

Ford to recall more than 273,000 vehicles — May 14th, 2025

(Reuters) -Ford Motor is recalling 273,789 vehicles in the United States as a loss of brake function may increase the risk of a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Wednesday. The recall affects certain 2022-2024 model Navigator and Expedition vehicles, NHTSA ...

In Latest EV Pullback, Ford to Share Battery Plant With Nissan — May 20th, 2025

Ford Motor is pulling back more on its electric vehicle ambitions, by letting rival Nissan use part of its flagship U.S. battery plant, according to people familiar with the plan. Ford made a big bet on electric vehicles in 2021, announcing two new battery plants in Kentucky as part of a b...

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Ford, Nissan and Honda — May 22nd, 2025

For Immediate Release Chicago, IL – May 22, 2025 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog incl...

Trump Trade: Trump considers 50% tariff on EU, 25% on iPhones — May 24th, 2025

Catch up on the top industries and stocks that were impacted, or were predicted to be impacted, by the comments, actions and policies of President Donald Trump with this daily recap compiled by The Fly: Confident Investing Starts Here: Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks...

Tariffs Will Dent Car Demand. These Auto Makers Could Be Hit Harder, Analyst Says. — May 14th, 2025

Guggenheim analyst Ronald Jewsikow updated his tariff impacts for the auto industry. Some auto makers are in better shape than others. Continue Reading View Comments...

Electric Vehicles Update - 800V Systems Propel Future Efficiencies and Opportunities — May 21st, 2025

The market for 800V electrified powertrain systems in electric vehicles is expected to experience significant growth from 2024 to 2035, driven by the need for increased efficiency, faster charging times, and improved vehicle performance compared to traditional 400V systems. Key contributor...

Trump Trade: Trump asks Apple to stop building iPhone plants in India — May 16th, 2025

Catch up on the top industries and stocks that were impacted, or were predicted to be impacted, by the comments, actions and policies of President Donald Trump with this daily recap compiled by The Fly: Confident Investing Starts Here: Quickly and easily unpack a company's performance w...

Bernstein Ups Ford (F) Price Target, Cautions on H2 Risks — May 25th, 2025

On May 24, Bernstein SocGen Group maintained its Underperform rating for Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) but revised its price target from $7 to $8.30. Daniel Roeska, the firm's analyst, cautioned about possible difficulties in the second half of 2025 but pointed to the year's strong start as...

Electric Vehicles Today - Charging Connectivity: Powering The Future Of Transportation — May 16th, 2025

The Electric Vehicle Charging System Connectivity Market is experiencing rapid growth due to increasing EV adoption, the expansion of charging infrastructure, and advancements in smart grid integration. This market is driven by the evolution of smart and connected chargers and government i...

U.S. Auto Stocks General Motors (GM) and Ford (F) Diverge on Capital Efficiency — May 15th, 2025

The two most prominent Detroit-based automakers, Ford Motor (F) and General Motors (GM), are exposed to the same industry trends, yet they’ve experienced notably different stock performances over the past twelve months. Ford suffered chronic losses while GM was basking in bountiful gains...

Was Jim Cramer Right About Ford Motor Company (F) Stock? — May 16th, 2025

Back in 2024, on May 14, Mad Money’s Jim Cramer reacted to Biden’s 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles at the time, framing it as a major protective measure for U.S. automakers. He argued that Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F), long viewed as vulnerable to low-cost Chinese EVs, was a cl...

Ford to Share Battery Plant With Nissan as Part of EV Shift — May 21st, 2025

Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) appears to be scaling back its once-bold electric vehicle (EV) ambitions, with recent developments pointing to a more cautious and cost-conscious strategy.Ford to Share Battery Plant With Nissan as Part of EV Shift Sources familiar with the matter say Ford is e...

Charged: Tesla to restart shipping Chinese parts for U.S. production — May 20th, 2025

Institutional investors and professional traders rely on The Fly to keep up-to-the-second on breaking news in the electric vehicle and clean energy space, as well as which stocks in these sectors that the best analysts on Wall Street are saying to buy and sell. Confident Investing Starts ...

Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: highlights Advance Auto Parts, Ford, AutoZone and O'Reilly Automotive — May 15th, 2025

For Immediate Release Chicago, IL – May 15, 2025 – Today, Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights Advance Auto Parts AAP, Ford F, AutoZone AZO and O’Reilly Automotive ORLY. 2 Auto Stocks to Consider for a Rebound As one of the most vital sectors of the global economy, investors ...

Tariff crossfire hits Toyota, Nissan suppliers in Japan, Reuters reports — May 24th, 2025

The tariff crossfire is hitting Toyota (TM), Nissan (NSANY), and Ford (F) suppliers in Japan, Reuters’ Maki Shiraki and Daniel Leussink report. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has called the U.S. tariffs, including 25% on automobiles, a “national crisis” for the world’s fourth-larges...

Ford to Recall More Than 273K SUVs Over Potential Brake Defect — May 16th, 2025

Ford Motor Company F is set to recall 273,789 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator SUVs from model years 2022 to 2024 due to a potential brake defect, per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The issue stems from the front brake lines possibly coming into contact with the engine...

General Motors Ceases Vehicle Exports to China From the United States — May 21st, 2025

General Motors Company GM last week informed its employees and dealers involved in its China export operations that it will no longer ship vehicles from the United States to China. This decision comes amid ongoing trade and tariff negotiations between the United States and China. GM had...

This Week In Electric Vehicles - EV Battery Housing Market: Growth Driven by Innovation — May 19th, 2025

The electric vehicle (EV) battery housing market is poised for substantial growth from 2025 to 2034, driven by the rising global demand for electric vehicles and advancements in EV battery technologies. As the industry evolves, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are adopting sustainab...

Tariff crossfire hits Toyota, Nissan suppliers in Japan, Reuters reports — May 24th, 2025

The tariff crossfire is hitting Toyota (TM), Nissan (NSANY), and Ford (F) suppliers in Japan, Reuters’ Maki Shiraki and Daniel Leussink report. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has called the U.S. tariffs, including 25% on automobiles, a “national crisis” for the world’s fourth-larges...

Wells Fargo Maintains a Sell Rating on Ford (F) After Q1 Report — May 22nd, 2025

In a report released on May 19, Colin Langan from Wells Fargo maintained a Sell rating on Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) and set a price target of $10.00.Ford Motor Company (F): Among the Cheap Dividend Stocks Being Targeted by Short Sellers A Ford truck roaring down a highway, with powerful...

HMC Q4 Earnings Miss, FY26 View Downbeat Amid Tariff Woes — May 15th, 2025

Honda HMC reported earnings of 18 cents per share for fourth-quarter fiscal 2025, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 72 cents. The bottom line also declined from the year-ago profit of 99 cents per share. Quarterly revenues totaled $35.1 billion, lagging the Zacks Consensus Estimate o...

Trump's playbook if he wants companies to take on tariff costs — May 21st, 2025

President Trump has taken aim at notable US companies like retailer Walmart (WMT) and automaker Ford (F) after they warned about price hikes tied to the administration's tariffs. Yahoo Finance Washington correspondent Ben Werschkul lays out what the president and his administration could ...

Trump Says Tariff Money Could 'Replace The Income Tax' — April Customs Collections Hit Record $15.4 Billion As New Duties Take Effect — May 15th, 2025

President Donald Trumpsaid that revenue from tariffs could potentially eliminate the need for the federal income tax, citing the period from 1870 to 1913 when tariffs were the primary source of federal income and the nation experienced significant prosperity. Record Revenue Meets Real-Wor...

Trump tariffs: Which companies will raise prices vs. eat the cost — May 23rd, 2025

Walmart (WMT) says shoppers should brace for higher prices as tariffs kick in later this month. Catalysts host Madison Mills breaks down how President Trump's tariff threats are hitting retailers, automakers like Ford (F), and even Microsoft's (MSFT) Xbox game prices. To watch more exper...

3 Large-Cap Stocks in Hot Water — May 15th, 2025

Large-cap stocks are known for their staying power and ability to weather market storms better than smaller competitors. However, their sheer size makes it more challenging to maintain high growth rates as they’ve already captured significant portions of their markets. This dynamic can ...

What Trump could do if he's serious about trying to make companies 'eat' tariff price hikes — May 21st, 2025

President Trump has taken aim at at least four retailers in recent weeks over possible tariff price hikes with an effort that, for now at least, is largely about applying public pressure to CEOs. "I'll be watching," he told Walmart (WMT), with harsh words also directed toward Amazon (AMZN...

What a $1K Investment in Ford Stock 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Now — May 18th, 2025

Ford Motor Company (F) investors haven’t exactly had a smooth ride over the past decade. The stock has bounced around more than a Buick with blown shocks. However, that doesn’t mean buying Ford stock back in 2015 wouldn’t have paid off — even if just barely. Check Out: 12 Best Saf...

Ford to share US battery plant with Nissan amid further EV pullback – WSJ — May 21st, 2025

Investing.com-- Ford Motor (NYSE:F) is scaling back more of its electric vehicle (EV) ambitions, allowing Nissan (OTC:NSANY) Motor (TYO:7201) to use part of its Kentucky battery plant amid slower-than-expected demand, The Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with...

Bernstein issues a warning on U.S. auto stocks: The downgrade cycle isn’t over — May 21st, 2025

Investing.com -- Bernstein told investors in a note Wednesday not to be misled by strong second-quarter results in the U.S. auto sector, warning that a downturn looms in the second half of 2025 and into 2026. The firm said that Q2 strength is a “mirage,” driven by tariff-related deman...

Better Dividend Stock: UPS vs. Ford — May 17th, 2025

Key Points Both stocks trade with huge dividend yields, but neither may prove sustainable. Ford's EV business is deeply unprofitable. UPS is on the right strategic track, but it may be being hamstrung by its dividend. 10 stocks we like better than Ford Motor Company › Reward matters in...

Is Ford Stock a Buy Now? — May 25th, 2025

Key Points Ford's legacy division remains profitable, and its commercial segment generates high-margin revenue. A possible recessionary scenario could be devastating for Ford, hitting its revenue and earnings. Despite the cheap valuation and high dividend yield, Ford might not pass the te...

What Trump could do if he's serious about trying to make companies 'eat' tariff price hikes — May 21st, 2025

President Trump has taken aim at at least four retailers in recent weeks over possible tariff price hikes with an effort that, for now at least, is largely about applying public pressure to CEOs. "I'll be watching," he told Walmart (WMT), with harsh words also directed toward Amazon (AMZN...

This week in Trumponomics: Everyday higher prices — May 17th, 2025

In a move that should have surprised nobody, Walmart (WMT) said on May 15 that the Trump tariffs will force it to raise prices on many items, starting at the end of the month. Virtually all retailers will follow Walmart's lead, whether they announce it or not. The Trump tariffs are taxes ...

CATL Rises in HK Trading Debut After World’s Top Listing in 2025 — May 20th, 2025

(Bloomberg) -- Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. rose in its Hong Kong trading debut after the Chinese battery giant wrapped up the world’s biggest listing this year by raising HK$35.7 billion ($4.6 billion) despite being blacklisted by the Pentagon and grinding through geopolitic...

Electric Vehicles Update - Strategic Partnership Boosts Grid Capacity With EV Integration — May 14th, 2025

Leap and ChargeScape have announced a strategic partnership focused on enhancing electric vehicle (EV) integration into U.S. electric grids. By building the nation's largest EV virtual power plant, the initiative aims to boost grid capacity and provide financial benefits to EV owners. Char...

Ford and Tesla Are Best Positioned for Trump’s Car Tariffs. These Companies Are the Worst. — May 14th, 2025

Guggenheim analyst Ronald Jewsikow updated his tariff impacts for the auto industry. Some auto makers are in better shape than others. Continue Reading View Comments...

CATL Rises in HK Trading Debut After World’s Top Listing in 2025 — May 20th, 2025

(Bloomberg) -- Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. rose in its Hong Kong trading debut after the Chinese battery giant wrapped up the world’s biggest listing this year by raising HK$35.7 billion ($4.6 billion) despite being blacklisted by the Pentagon and grinding through geopolitic...

Jeff Bezos-Backed Slate Hits 100K EV Reservations In 2 Weeks: How It Compares To Cybertruck Launch — May 15th, 2025

Elon Musk and Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) could have company soon with the launch of the Slate electric pickup truck, a new electric vehicle from a company backed by Amazon.com founder and Musk rival Jeff Bezos. If early demand is any indication, the Slate EV pickup truck could be a hit. Wha...

Toyota Q4 Earnings Surpass Estimates but Decline Year Over Year — May 15th, 2025

Toyota TM reported fiscal fourth-quarter 2025 earnings per share of $3.39, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.92 but declined from the year-ago quarter’s earnings of $4.99. Consolidated revenues came in at $81.09 billion, which beat the consensus mark of $78.47 billion an...

Ford and Tesla Are Best-Positioned for Trump’s Car Tariffs. These Companies Are the Worst. — May 14th, 2025

Guggenheim analyst Ronald Jewsikow updated his tariff impacts for the auto industry. Some auto makers are in better shape than others. Continue Reading View Comments...

Ford's EV Retrenchment Deepens: Buy F Stock or Stay Away? — May 21st, 2025

U.S. auto biggie Ford F is scaling back its electric vehicle (EV) ambitions once again—this time by opening the doors of its battery plant to a rival. In a move that highlights the growing pressure facing automakers, Ford will allow Japan’s Nissan NSANY to use part of its underutilized...

J.D. Power: Car buyers are still interested in EVs and Tesla alternatives — May 15th, 2025

Despite the whirlwind of headlines about auto tariffs, EV mandates, and even the potential loss of EV tax credits, Americans are still very much interested in EVs. Including those not named Tesla. Consumer research group J.D. Power's latest EV consideration study found that 24% of car sho...

Bernstein Ups Ford (F) Price Target, Cautions on H2 Risks — May 25th, 2025

On May 24, Bernstein SocGen Group maintained its Underperform rating for Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) but revised its price target from $7 to $8.30. Daniel Roeska, the firm's analyst, cautioned about possible difficulties in the second half of 2025 but pointed to the year's strong start as...

Electric Vehicles Update - South Africa's Electrified Future Predicted Market Surge — May 23rd, 2025

The electric vehicle (EV) and charging infrastructure market in South Africa is poised for substantial growth, with projections indicating an increase to USD 471.3 million by 2025 and reaching USD 1.01 billion by 2029. Despite a slightly moderated growth rate compared to prior years, the m...

Ford to share US battery plant with Nissan amid further EV pullback – WSJ — May 21st, 2025

Investing.com-- Ford Motor (NYSE:F) is scaling back more of its electric vehicle (EV) ambitions, allowing Nissan (OTC:NSANY) Motor (TYO:7201) to use part of its Kentucky battery plant amid slower-than-expected demand, The Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with...

Trump threatens Apple with tariffs. He has been making such threats since 2016. — May 23rd, 2025

President Trump threatened Apple (AAPL) on Friday with 25% duties on overseas-made iPhones, the latest entry in a long list of company-specific tariff threats from the president stretching back to his first term in office. He also has a history of not following through on these warnings, ...

Ford accuses law firms of fraudulent overbilling, including a 57-1/2 hour workday — May 21st, 2025

By Jonathan Stempel (Reuters) - Ford sued several California lawyers and law firms on Wednesday, accusing them of fraudulently inflating their legal fees under that state's Lemon Law, including one instance where a lawyer allegedly billed 57-1/2 hours in one day. In a complaint filed in ...