Ford's F-Series Comeback: 700K Sales Breaks 4-Year Growth Drought Despite Stormy 2023
Portfolio Pulse from Anan Ashraf
Ford Motor Co (NYSE:F) has sold over 700,000 F-series trucks in the U.S. in 2023, marking the first year-on-year growth since 2018 and maintaining its status as the best-selling truck for the 47th consecutive year. Despite a historic labor union strike and reduced demand for electric vehicles, the F-150 Lightning is the best-selling full-size electric truck, and the F-150 Hybrid is the best-selling full-size full-hybrid pickup in the U.S. Ford is developing a second-generation full-size electric pickup for production in 2025.
December 29, 2023 | 6:24 am
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Ford's announcement of over 700,000 F-series trucks sold in 2023, despite challenges, indicates strong brand loyalty and product demand. The F-150 Lightning and Hybrid's success, along with plans for a new electric pickup, may positively influence investor sentiment.
The sales figures for Ford's F-series trucks suggest a positive market reception and brand strength, which could lead to increased investor confidence and a potential rise in stock price. The announcement of a new electric pickup aligns with the industry's shift towards electrification, which could further boost investor interest. However, the impact of the labor union strike and the reduction in F-150 Lightning production may temper the positive sentiment to some extent.
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