Ford Plans Further Job Reductions in Germany, Spain, And UK: Report
Portfolio Pulse from Shivani Kumaresan
Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) is planning additional job cuts in Germany, Spain, and the U.K. as part of its strategy to focus on electric vehicle production. This follows previous workforce reductions in Europe. Ford's EV sales in the U.S. have increased, but the company expects significant EBIT losses from its EV division in 2024. Ford's stock has declined over the past year, and investors can gain exposure through Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE:SCHD) and IShares MSCI USA Value Factor ETF (BATS:VLUE).
June 18, 2024 | 5:25 pm
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Ford is planning additional job cuts in Europe as part of its shift towards electric vehicle production. Despite increased EV sales, the company expects significant EBIT losses in 2024. Ford's stock has declined over the past year.
The job cuts indicate ongoing restructuring and cost-saving measures, which may be perceived negatively by investors. Despite rising EV sales, the expected EBIT losses in 2024 add to the negative sentiment. The stock has already declined over the past year, and this news may contribute to further short-term downward pressure.
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IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100
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Investors can gain exposure to Ford through the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF. The ETF may be impacted by Ford's ongoing restructuring and expected EBIT losses in its EV division.
SCHD holds Ford as part of its portfolio. Negative news about Ford's restructuring and expected EBIT losses could impact the ETF's performance, although the effect may be diluted due to the diversified nature of the ETF.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 50
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Investors can gain exposure to Ford through the IShares MSCI USA Value Factor ETF. The ETF may be impacted by Ford's ongoing restructuring and expected EBIT losses in its EV division.
VLUE holds Ford as part of its portfolio. Negative news about Ford's restructuring and expected EBIT losses could impact the ETF's performance, although the effect may be diluted due to the diversified nature of the ETF.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 50