GM Reignites Street Confidence In 'Key Quarter' For Automaker
Portfolio Pulse from Adam Eckert
Wedbush analyst Dan Ives maintained an Overweight rating on General Motors Co. (GM) following their Q4 financial results, which surpassed expectations with $43 billion in revenue and $1.24 EPS. GM's guidance for 2024 adjusted earnings is also above estimates, indicating a focus on profitability. Despite the EV sector's uncertainties, GM plans to launch six new EV models in 2024 and expects to be EV variable margin positive in 2H24. GM shares rose 7.56% to $38.07.

January 30, 2024 | 6:17 pm
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General Motors Co. reported strong Q4 earnings, surpassing revenue and EPS estimates, and provided a positive 2024 earnings guidance. The company is set to launch six new EV models and expects positive EV margins by 2H24.
The positive earnings report and strong guidance for 2024 suggest that GM is on a solid financial footing, which is likely to instill investor confidence and could lead to a short-term increase in stock price. The commitment to the EV market and expected positive margins in the EV segment further support the bullish sentiment.
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