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General Motors Company reports developments tied to its global auto business, including quarterly earnings, guidance, dividends, share repurchases, tariffs, and EV investment decisions. The company sells Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC cars, trucks, SUVs, and electric vehicles, with GM Financial serving as its captive finance arm.
Recurring updates also cover charging access through brand apps, dealer service-technician training, Cadillac brand and motorsports partnerships, and manufacturing or capacity changes related to vehicle demand and emissions policy. News commonly connects GM's product portfolio, capital allocation, and technology initiatives with conditions in the North American and international automotive markets.
General Motors (NYSE: GM) reported strong Q2 2024 results, with revenue of $48.0 billion, net income of $2.9 billion, and EBIT-adjusted of $4.4 billion. The company raised its full-year 2024 guidance, projecting net income of $10.0-$11.4 billion and EBIT-adjusted of $13.0-$15.0 billion. GM's performance showed significant improvement, with a 7.2% increase in revenue and a 37.2% rise in EBIT-adjusted compared to Q2 2023. The company's EBIT-adjusted margin expanded to 9.3%, up 2.1 percentage points year-over-year. GM North America (GMNA) performed exceptionally well, with EBIT-adjusted up 38.8% to $4.4 billion.
General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) has announced a third-quarter 2024 cash dividend of $0.12 per share on its outstanding common stock. The dividend is payable on September 19, 2024, to shareholders of record as of the close of trading on September 6, 2024. This announcement reflects GM's commitment to returning value to its shareholders.
GM is a global company focused on advancing an all-electric future, with its Ultium battery platform at the core of its strategy. The company sells vehicles under various brands including Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Baojun, and Wuling. GM's portfolio also includes OnStar, a leader in connected vehicle technology and safety services.
GM Defense, a subsidiary of General Motors, is collaborating with the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) and the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division to evaluate electric vehicle battery technology for military applications. The project, funded by the U.S. Department of Defense, leverages GM's Ultium Platform to address energy storage challenges in high-power operations. This initiative aims to enhance military capabilities and provide scalable energy solutions for future use in military platforms. Insights from this project will contribute to the development of advanced power and energy technologies for the Department of Defense.
General Motors (NYSE: GM) announced a new $6 billion share repurchase authorization. This follows a $10 billion accelerated share repurchase in November 2023, with $1.4 billion remaining under the prior authorization. GM repurchased $0.3 billion in shares in Q1 2024 and plans to exhaust the remaining $1.1 billion by Q2's end. Additionally, GM increased its common stock dividend by 33%, from $0.09 to $0.12 per share, in Q1 2024. The company continues to focus on the profitability of its ICE and EV businesses, while efficiently deploying capital to return cash to shareholders.
Bridgestone has been named as one of General Motors' top global suppliers of 2023, marking its ninth consecutive and 22nd overall recognition. This accolade highlights Bridgestone's performance, innovation, and alignment with GM's values, particularly in developing tire technologies for the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV and Police Pursuit vehicles.
Bridgestone was one of 86 suppliers honored out of GM's network of over 20,000. Noteworthy products include the Bridgestone Alenza A/S 02 and Firestone Firehawk Pursuit tires, engineered for all-season performance and high-speed pursuits, respectively. This recognition aligns with Bridgestone's E8 Commitment, focusing on ecology and extension.
Bridgestone's contributions underscore its role in advancing sustainable mobility solutions while supporting GM's ambitious goals for an all-electric future.
GM Defense and Mistral announced a strategic collaboration to enhance tactical capabilities with the integration of Mistral's Hero-120 loitering munition into GM Defense's light tactical utility vehicle. This vehicle, based on the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2, features commercial off-the-shelf parts and various seating configurations to meet diverse customer needs. The Hero-120 offers precision strike capabilities, targeting various threats while minimizing collateral damage. The collaboration aims to enhance mobility, speed, and lethality for modern forces. Initial demonstrations have been successful, showcasing the value of these integrated technologies.
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