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Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Want to dodge tariffs and buy an all-American car? A Tesla remains your best bet.
Trump's tariffs are shaking the auto industry, but Tesla might have a key advantage. The EV giant swept list of the most American-made vehicles, with the Model 3 taking the top spot. Tesla produces all its EVs in US factories, unlike rivals Ford and GM, which build several models in Mexico. Tesla has the most American-made cars, and it might be a tariff trump card. The Elon Musk-led automaker has swept list of the "American-made" cars, with the Model 3 taking the title of the most American vehicle. The automaker's Model Y, S, and X vehicles took the other spots in the top four, with no vehicles from Detroit rivals Ford and GM cracking the top 10. Cars from several European and Asia automakers with production facilities in the US, such as VW, Kia, and Honda, featured high on the list. Every year, American-made index ranks cars sold in the US by how much of the vehicle and its parts are made in the country. The index examines factors including the percentage of American parts, location of final assembly, and the origin of components such as transmissions and engines. Tesla vehicles have topped the list for the past four years, suggesting the company is in a strong position to deal with the tariff turmoil that has gripped the auto industry. Here are the top 10, as ranked by Tesla Model 3 Tesla Model Y Tesla Model S Tesla Model X Jeep Gladiator Kia EV6 Honda Ridgeline Honda Odyssey Honda Passport Volkswagen ID.4 The Trump administration unveiled 25% tariffs on imported cars and vehicle parts in March, raising fears of supply chain chaos and soaring new vehicle prices. Tesla already manufactures all of the cars it sells in the US in factories in California and Texas, and its dominance of the American-made index suggests the company is less exposed to the tariffs on car parts than some of its rivals. The Model 3 in particular has risen from 21st on last year's index, thanks to a 2024 redesign that saw the percentage of American and Canadian parts in the car rise from 47% to 75%. By contrast, analysts have said that Detroit giants Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis risk being particularly hard hit by the tariffs due to their reliance on factories in Mexico. Analysts for warned that the tariffs are having the greatest impact on entry-level vehicles that are priced under $30,000, with the number of low-cost cars on the market falling 13% in May compared to last year. Read the original article on Business Insider
Business Insider
17-06-2025
- Automotive
- Business Insider
Want to dodge tariffs and buy an all-American car? A Tesla remains your best bet.
Tesla has the most American-made cars, and it might be a tariff trump card. The Elon Musk-led automaker has swept list of the "American-made" cars, with the Model 3 taking the title of the most American vehicle. The automaker's Model Y, S, and X vehicles took the other spots in the top four, with no vehicles from Detroit rivals Ford and GM cracking the top 10. Cars from several European and Asia automakers with production facilities in the US, such as VW, Kia, and Honda, featured high on the list. Every year, American-made index ranks cars sold in the US by how much of the vehicle and its parts are made in the country. The index examines factors including the percentage of American parts, location of final assembly, and the origin of components such as transmissions and engines. Tesla vehicles have topped the list for the past four years, suggesting the company is in a strong position to deal with the tariff turmoil that has gripped the auto industry. Tesla Model 3 Tesla Model Y Tesla Model S Tesla Model X Jeep Gladiator Kia EV6 Honda Ridgeline Honda Odyssey Honda Passport Volkswagen ID.4 The Trump administration unveiled 25% tariffs on imported cars and vehicle parts in March, raising fears of supply chain chaos and soaring new vehicle prices. Tesla already manufactures all of the cars it sells in the US in factories in California and Texas, and its dominance of the American-made index suggests the company is less exposed to the tariffs on car parts than some of its rivals. The Model 3 in particular has risen from 21st on last year's index, thanks to a 2024 redesign that saw the percentage of American and Canadian parts in the car rise from 47% to 75%. By contrast, analysts have said that Detroit giants Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis risk being particularly hard hit by the tariffs due to their reliance on factories in Mexico. Analysts for warned that the tariffs are having the greatest impact on entry-level vehicles that are priced under $30,000, with the number of low-cost cars on the market falling 13% in May compared to last year.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Declining Stock and Decent Financials: Is The Market Wrong About Cars.com Inc. (NYSE:CARS)?
With its stock down 7.8% over the past three months, it is easy to disregard (NYSE:CARS). However, stock prices are usually driven by a company's financials over the long term, which in this case look pretty respectable. Specifically, we decided to study ROE in this article. Return on Equity or ROE is a test of how effectively a company is growing its value and managing investors' money. In other words, it is a profitability ratio which measures the rate of return on the capital provided by the company's shareholders. AI is about to change healthcare. These 20 stocks are working on everything from early diagnostics to drug discovery. The best part - they are all under $10bn in marketcap - there is still time to get in early. Return on equity can be calculated by using the formula: Return on Equity = Net Profit (from continuing operations) ÷ Shareholders' Equity So, based on the above formula, the ROE for is: 9.3% = US$45m ÷ US$490m (Based on the trailing twelve months to March 2025). The 'return' is the yearly profit. One way to conceptualize this is that for each $1 of shareholders' capital it has, the company made $0.09 in profit. Check out our latest analysis for Thus far, we have learned that ROE measures how efficiently a company is generating its profits. We now need to evaluate how much profit the company reinvests or "retains" for future growth which then gives us an idea about the growth potential of the company. Assuming everything else remains unchanged, the higher the ROE and profit retention, the higher the growth rate of a company compared to companies that don't necessarily bear these characteristics. On the face of it, ROE is not much to talk about. Yet, a closer study shows that the company's ROE is similar to the industry average of 9.0%. Moreover, we are quite pleased to see that net income grew significantly at a rate of 88% over the last five years. Given the slightly low ROE, it is likely that there could be some other aspects that are driving this growth. Such as - high earnings retention or an efficient management in place. We then compared net income growth with the industry and we're pleased to see that the company's growth figure is higher when compared with the industry which has a growth rate of 18% in the same 5-year period. Earnings growth is an important metric to consider when valuing a stock. What investors need to determine next is if the expected earnings growth, or the lack of it, is already built into the share price. Doing so will help them establish if the stock's future looks promising or ominous. Is fairly valued compared to other companies? These 3 valuation measures might help you decide. doesn't pay any regular dividends to its shareholders, meaning that the company has been reinvesting all of its profits into the business. This is likely what's driving the high earnings growth number discussed above. In total, it does look like has some positive aspects to its business. With a high rate of reinvestment, albeit at a low ROE, the company has managed to see a considerable growth in its earnings. That being so, a study of the latest analyst forecasts show that the company is expected to see a slowdown in its future earnings growth. To know more about the latest analysts predictions for the company, check out this visualization of analyst forecasts for the company. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Declining Stock and Decent Financials: Is The Market Wrong About Cars.com Inc. (NYSE:CARS)?
With its stock down 7.8% over the past three months, it is easy to disregard (NYSE:CARS). However, stock prices are usually driven by a company's financials over the long term, which in this case look pretty respectable. Specifically, we decided to study ROE in this article. Return on Equity or ROE is a test of how effectively a company is growing its value and managing investors' money. In other words, it is a profitability ratio which measures the rate of return on the capital provided by the company's shareholders. AI is about to change healthcare. These 20 stocks are working on everything from early diagnostics to drug discovery. The best part - they are all under $10bn in marketcap - there is still time to get in early. Return on equity can be calculated by using the formula: Return on Equity = Net Profit (from continuing operations) ÷ Shareholders' Equity So, based on the above formula, the ROE for is: 9.3% = US$45m ÷ US$490m (Based on the trailing twelve months to March 2025). The 'return' is the yearly profit. One way to conceptualize this is that for each $1 of shareholders' capital it has, the company made $0.09 in profit. Check out our latest analysis for Thus far, we have learned that ROE measures how efficiently a company is generating its profits. We now need to evaluate how much profit the company reinvests or "retains" for future growth which then gives us an idea about the growth potential of the company. Assuming everything else remains unchanged, the higher the ROE and profit retention, the higher the growth rate of a company compared to companies that don't necessarily bear these characteristics. On the face of it, ROE is not much to talk about. Yet, a closer study shows that the company's ROE is similar to the industry average of 9.0%. Moreover, we are quite pleased to see that net income grew significantly at a rate of 88% over the last five years. Given the slightly low ROE, it is likely that there could be some other aspects that are driving this growth. Such as - high earnings retention or an efficient management in place. We then compared net income growth with the industry and we're pleased to see that the company's growth figure is higher when compared with the industry which has a growth rate of 18% in the same 5-year period. Earnings growth is an important metric to consider when valuing a stock. What investors need to determine next is if the expected earnings growth, or the lack of it, is already built into the share price. Doing so will help them establish if the stock's future looks promising or ominous. Is fairly valued compared to other companies? These 3 valuation measures might help you decide. doesn't pay any regular dividends to its shareholders, meaning that the company has been reinvesting all of its profits into the business. This is likely what's driving the high earnings growth number discussed above. In total, it does look like has some positive aspects to its business. With a high rate of reinvestment, albeit at a low ROE, the company has managed to see a considerable growth in its earnings. That being so, a study of the latest analyst forecasts show that the company is expected to see a slowdown in its future earnings growth. To know more about the latest analysts predictions for the company, check out this visualization of analyst forecasts for the company. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
2025 KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID NAMED AMONG LIST OF CARS.COM'S BEST HYBRIDS FOR THE MONEY
IRVINE, Calif., May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid has been recognized in list of Best Hybrids for the Money, taking the win in the Compact SUV category. This latest accolade marks the second consecutive year the Sportage Hybrid has been recognized. "Kia continues to prioritize value and innovation in the hybrid segment, and the Sportage Hybrid is a reflection of that," said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America. "This recognition underscores our commitment to offering a broad range of choices in our lineup that don't compromise performance, technology or design." Best Hybrids for the Money list spotlights hybrid vehicles. The evaluation is based on efficiency-cost rating, calculated by dividing the EPA's combined mpg rating by the vehicle's base price (including MSRP and destination charge). The 2025 Sportage Hybrid led its segment by delivering exceptional value on both fronts. The 2025 Best Hybrids for the Money list focuses exclusively on non-plug-in hybrid models for the 2025 model year. "The Kia Sportage Hybrid wins in the compact SUV category for its excellent combined mpg and attractive starting price," says Jennifer Geiger, News Editor. "Factor in its roomy cabin and tech features, and it's easy to see why it's named on list of Best Hybrid Compact SUV for the Money." As the 2025 Sportage Hybrid continues to deliver for customers and earn accolades, Kia has already revealed the 2026 Sportage, which builds on its predecessor's momentum with a fully redesigned package with a heightened focus on design, innovation, technology and convenience. It offers more of everything for today's savvy, adventurous consumers across three distinct powertrain variants – ICE, Turbo Hybrid (HEV), and Turbo Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) – with an expansive trim range that includes the rugged and capable X-Line and X-Pro Prestige trims. Kia America – about usHeadquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys. Kia is recognized as one of the TIME World's Most Sustainable Companies of 2024. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and WNBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America*. For media information, including photography, visit To receive custom email notifications for press releases the moment they are published, subscribe at * Select trims of the 2025 all-electric EV6 and EV9 all-electric three-row SUV, Sportage (excludes HEV and PHEV models), Sorento (excludes HEV and PHEV models), and Telluride are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Kia America Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
