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Business Insider
16 hours ago
- Automotive
- Business Insider
Ford sees net tariff headwind of about $2B this year
President Jim Farley stated: 'We expect tariffs to be a net headwind of about $2,000,000,000 this year and we'll continue to monitor the developments closely and engage with policymakers to ensure US auto workers, and customers are not disadvantaged by policy change. We've been working hard with the administration. We believe our cycle plan is right for this tariff environment for the coming years. The latest round of tariff policies especially the deals in Japan and Europe and potentially South Korea makes our strategy even more compelling at Ford (F)… We support a single durable national emission standard to ensure sound industry planning, We proposed reforms that are on the table now give us greater powertrain optionality. And reduce our need to buy c o two credits. In fact, our commitments to purchase c o two credits have already been reduced nearly $1,500,000,000 Further changes will balance standards and customer choice and has a potential to unlock a multibillion dollar opportunity over the next two years. Primarily in Ford Blue, which has carried a lot of the compliance burden. EPA's announcement this week will give us more flexibility respect to our product mix and volume. Once finalized, this will provide further opportunities to improve profits next year and beyond. And finally, reaching world class vehicle quality remains our top priority as a team. Although we face challenges with our older vehicles, the quality improvements on recent model years shows we are on a favorable trajectory.' Comments taken from Q2 earnings conference call. Elevate Your Investing Strategy:
Business Wire
a day ago
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Ford Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) today reported second quarter 2025 financial results and reinstated full-year 2025 guidance. The company also declared a third-quarter regular dividend of 15 cents per share, payable on Sept. 2 to shareholders of record at the close of business on Aug. 11. Visit the company's Investor Relations website at to view the earnings release, earnings presentation and other supporting material. At 5:00 p.m. ET, Ford and Ford Motor Credit Company management will hold a conference call to discuss these financial results. For the webcast, click here. Representatives of the investment community will be able to ask questions on the call. The webcast will be available for replay for approximately one week following the call at this link. About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company's Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities, and always-on relationships with customers to enrich experiences for customers and deepen their loyalty. Ford develops and delivers innovative, must-have Ford trucks, sport utility vehicles, commercial vans and cars and Lincoln luxury vehicles, along with connected services. The company offers freedom of choice through three customer-centered business segments: Ford Blue, engineering iconic gas-powered and hybrid vehicles; Ford Model e, inventing breakthrough electric vehicles ('EVs') along with embedded software that defines always-on digital experiences for all customers; and Ford Pro, helping commercial customers transform and expand their businesses with vehicles and services tailored to their needs. Additionally, the Company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford employs about 169,000 people worldwide. More information about the company and its products and services is available at For news releases, related materials and high-resolution photos and video, visit
Business Wire
a day ago
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Alicia Boler Davis, Veteran Leader in Autos, Tech, Logistics and Customer Experience, Named President of Ford Pro
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ford Motor Company announced today that Alicia Boler Davis, an accomplished executive with more than 30 years of experience in automotive, technology, and customer experience, has been named president of Ford Pro, effective Oct. 1. She succeeds Andrew Frick, who has served as interim leader of Ford Pro since last year and will continue to lead Ford Blue and Ford Model e. Under Frick's leadership, Ford Pro grew market share in North America and Europe, delivered healthy margins, and started the focus on increasing aftermarket percentage of Pro EBIT through an unmatched ecosystem of vehicles, software, services and parts. He also worked closely with the dealer network as they have invested billions to strengthen their Pro business, especially in service capacity and their mobile service fleet. 'Alicia's unique skillset and experiences make her the ideal leader to guide Ford Pro into the next era – accelerating our move into software and services and growing Ford Pro's already strong profitability,' said Jim Farley, Ford president and CEO. 'She combines deep automotive and technology knowledge with an entrepreneurial and customer-obsessed mindset. Importantly, she builds high-performance teams and fosters a culture of innovation, speed and smart risk-taking.' Davis was most recently CEO of Alto Pharmacy, an online pharmacy that grew revenue to more than $1 billion under her leadership before its acquisition in March. From 2019 to 2024, she served in senior roles at Amazon, joining as vice president of global customer fulfillment and then promoted to senior vice president in 2022. In that role, she guided Amazon's global fulfillment network through the intense challenges of the COVID‑19 pandemic, driving major advances in robotics and technology that kept goods moving for millions of customers around the world. Before Amazon, Davis worked for 25 years at General Motors. She started as a manufacturing engineer and rose through leadership roles in manufacturing, quality and connected customer experience. In her final GM post – as executive vice president of global manufacturing and labor relations, reporting directly to the CEO – she oversaw 22 vehicle launches and managed 150 facilities in 20 countries. Davis, who was born in Detroit and had several family members, including her father and grandfather, who worked at Ford over the years, said the challenge of leading Ford Pro resonated deeply on a personal and professional level. 'I'm thrilled to return to a city and an industry that has meant so much to me, and join an iconic company like Ford,' Davis said. 'In many ways, my experiences and all I have learned in 30-plus years at GM, Amazon and Alto, have led to this opportunity to help Ford Pro reach its potential as an agile, technology-driven growth business that provides a competitive advantage for customers. If I had to create a role in the auto industry that would best utilize my experiences in both automotive and technology, it would be leading Ford Pro at this pivotal time.' Davis serves on the board of directors of JPMorgan Chase & Co. She holds a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from Northwestern University, a master's degree in engineering science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and an MBA from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business. About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company's Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with customers to enrich experiences for customers and deepen their loyalty. Ford develops and delivers innovative, must-have Ford trucks, sport utility vehicles, commercial vans and cars and Lincoln luxury vehicles, along with connected services. The company does that through three customer-centered business segments: Ford Blue, engineering iconic gas-powered and hybrid vehicles; Ford Model e, inventing breakthrough EVs along with embedded software that defines always-on digital experiences for all customers; and Ford Pro, helping commercial customers transform and expand their businesses with vehicles and services tailored to their needs. Additionally, Ford is pursuing mobility solutions through Ford Next, and provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford employs about 170,000 people worldwide. More information about the company and its products and services is available at
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Why Ford's (F) Dividend Makes it a Top Buy Under $20
Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) is included among the 13 Best Dividend Stocks to Buy Under $20. A Ford truck roaring down a highway, with powerful headlights blazing its way. The company has been aiming to revitalize its well-known brand through its Ford+ growth strategy, introduced a few years ago. This plan brings together vehicles with software and related services while centering the company's focus on three main segments: Ford Blue, which covers traditional gas-powered and hybrid models; Ford Model e, which focuses on electric vehicles; and Ford Pro, which serves the commercial vehicle market. In the first quarter of 2025, Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) reported revenue of $40.7 billion, which showed a 5% decline from the same period last year. However, the revenue beat analysts' estimates by $1.6 billion. The company noted that its solid balance sheet, which includes $27 billion in cash and $45 billion in total liquidity, offers the flexibility needed to pursue profitable growth opportunities while also navigating the current conditions in the industry. Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F)'s cash position also remained stable during the quarter. The company generated an operating cash flow of $3.7 billion, up 2.3% from the prior-year quarter. It is a strong dividend payer and in recent years, it has made multiple special dividend payments. These additional distributions have supported its objective of returning 40% to 50% of its adjusted free cash flow to shareholders each year. Currently, the company offers a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share and has a dividend yield of 5.29%, as of July 21. While we acknowledge the potential of F as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: and . Disclosure: None. Sign in to access your portfolio
Miami Herald
08-07-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Ford Ends Employee Pricing But Launches Aggressive New Incentives for July
As Americans braced for the worst-case scenario in light of President Trump's 25% tariffs on foreign auto imports, Ford announced a new promotional campaign called "From America, For America" aimed at alleviating some of the fears that would have kept once-eager car buyers from purchasing new cars. While other automakers like Hyundai, Genesis, and Nissan sent letters to dealers and/or launched programs that promised their dealers and customers that their vehicles' MSRPs would not increase until June, Ford did something slightly different. The Dearborn-based automaker not only bolstered its homegrown, "made-in-America" image by reaffirming its manufacturing roots, but also introduced an employee pricing program that proved to be popular with its buyers. Following three months of employee pricing discounts, Ford is entering the third quarter and the second half of 2025 with a bang, as it introduces a new pricing scheme to attract value-conscious buyers to the beacon of the Blue Oval. In an announcement on July 8, the automaker said that in place of the employee pricing program, it will follow up by offering no-interest financing for 48 months, with no money down and no payments required for the first 90 days on most Ford and Lincoln cars. In a blog post on Ford's website, Rob Kaffl, Ford's director of U.S. sales and dealer relations, said that the company came up with the program after hearing from its dealers that "more customers could benefit if we could reduce the upfront, out-of-pocket expense to buy or lease a vehicle," adding that other everyday expenses are disincentivizing buyers from a new set of wheels. "Many families have seen their savings go toward higher mortgage rates and summer travel costs," he said. "They want a new vehicle but also want options that allow them to forgo an upfront down payment." The "0-0-0 summer sales event," as Ford calls it, begins on July 8 and follows a very successful sales program for the automaker. According to newly released Ford sales data, the employee pricing campaign has successfully gotten more people into new vehicles. Year-over-year sales of Ford and Lincoln vehicles shot up by 14% in Q2 2025, while their market share jumped by 1.8 percentage points. In a statement on July 1, Ford said sales in the second quarter were bolstered by strong pickup and hybrid sales, even as EV sales took a 31% dip. According to the automaker, Q2 2025 was the best second quarter for the ever-popular F-series truck since 2019, while its smaller brother, the Maverick, saw its best sales quarter since its 2021 debut. "We blew the doors off the overall industry with our second-quarter sales," Andrew Frick, president of Ford Blue and Model e, said in a statement. "Customers continue appreciating our broad powertrain choices [...] and our Ford Motor Company: From America, For America commitment." It should be said that the fine print does contain some potential deal-breaking caveats that could drive some buyers away from taking potential purchasing actions. They include the fact that the Triple Zero deal is excluded from 2024 model year Ford Raptor vehicles, Maverick, Ranger, non-ICE versions of the Transit, non-XL Super Duty pickups, F-150 Lightning, and Mustang Mach-E. Additionally, the Triple Zero deal is not eligible to be used on 2025 model year Ford Raptor vehicles, Maverick, Ranger, Transit, Super Duty, and popular cars, including the Bronco Sport, Bronco, Expedition, and the Lincoln Navigator. Not only does Ford state that buyers are responsible for tax, title, license, and dealer fees, but they also mention that "Not all buyers will qualify" for the advertised Triple Zero deal. This is important to note, as data from Edmunds states that 0% finance deals are incredibly rare, accounting for just 0.9% of new-vehicle loans in Q2 2025, the lowest share Edmunds recorded since 2004, and down from 1% in Q1 2025 and 2.9% in Q2 2024. However, despite this, Ford's action shows that it is willing to work to make its vehicles more accessible to buyers, as affordability will become more of a consideration going into the second half of the year. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
