GM Beats Q1 Estimates and Raises Full-Year Profit Guidance

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General Motors (GM) delivered a robust first-quarter performance with a 33% surge in adjusted EPS, mirroring a similar earnings beat and guidance raise from rival Ford. While GM set an ambitious FY 2026 adjusted EBIT target of $13.5–15.5 billion, both GM and Ford shares are currently maintaining a 'Hold' rank according to Zacks. Despite Citi raising its price target for GM to $108, some analysts now view Ford as a superior long-term play. This preference is driven by Ford's attractive dividend yields and its strategic positioning in battery storage technology. Both legacy automakers continue to demonstrate structural margin optimization while navigating complex geopolitical headwinds and the transition to electric vehicles.

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