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Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA) is a global automotive technology company specializing in Seating and E-Systems for the world’s major automakers. This news page aggregates company announcements, financial updates, and other disclosures that help investors and industry followers track developments affecting LEA stock and Lear’s role in the automotive supply chain.
Readers can find earnings-related news, including quarterly and full-year results, updates to financial outlook, and details on segment performance in Seating and E-Systems. Lear frequently issues press releases in connection with its earnings conference calls, where management discusses results, margins, cash flow, and non-GAAP measures such as core operating earnings, adjusted EBITDA, and free cash flow.
The feed also includes capital allocation and corporate actions, such as announcements of quarterly cash dividends on Lear common stock and activity under the company’s share repurchase program. These items provide insight into how Lear balances returning capital to shareholders with funding its operations and investments.
Another key category is strategic and operational updates. Lear reports on its participation in investor conferences, its multi-year partnership with Palantir Technologies, and the expansion of the IDEA by Lear transformation program, which uses digital and AI tools to improve efficiency across manufacturing and administrative functions. The company also highlights customer awards, quality recognitions, and new business wins in Seating and E-Systems.
For anyone following the automotive manufacturing and technology space, this page offers a centralized view of Lear’s official news flow. Investors, analysts, and industry observers can use it to monitor how Lear’s Seating and E-Systems businesses evolve over time and how management communicates performance, strategy, and recognition from customers and third parties.
Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a leader in automotive technology, will join the Bank of America Virtual Global Automotive Summit on March 31, 2021. The event features Jason Cardew, SVP and CFO, discussing industry insights. The webcast starts at 11:40 AM EDT and lasts approximately 40 minutes. Interested viewers can access the link via ir.lear.com. Lear is committed to innovation and operational excellence, enhancing consumer experiences globally.
Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA) will hold a virtual E-Systems Product Day on March 25, 2021, starting at 9:00am EDT. During this event, Carl Esposito, SVP and President of E-Systems, will present the company's product portfolio, focusing on opportunities in electrification and vertical integration. The presentation will include a Q&A session and is expected to last about 60 minutes. The webcast can be accessed via ir.lear.com.
Lear aims to enhance in-vehicle experiences through innovation and technology.
Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA) has manufactured and distributed over 4 million face masks from its Pine Grove, PA facility since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Established in 2020, the facility can produce 600,000 masks per week and has supplied masks to various organizations including schools and hospitals. In alignment with the Executive Order on Sustainable Public Health Supply Chain, the facility remains ready to support domestic demand for medical supplies. Lear was recognized with the 2020 CEO Special Appreciation Award for its efforts during the health crisis.
Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA) will participate in a fireside chat at the Wolfe Research Virtual Global Auto, Auto Tech, and Mobility Conference on February 25, 2021. The talk will be led by Ray Scott, President and CEO, and Jason Cardew, SVP and CFO. The webcast starts at 10:50 AM EST and will last approximately 35 minutes. Lear is renowned for its innovative automotive technology in Seating and E-Systems, serving all major automakers globally and ranked 166 on the Fortune 500.
Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share, payable on March 23, 2021, to shareholders on record by March 4, 2021. The company also scheduled its 2021 Annual Stockholders Meeting for May 20, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. EDT via a virtual web conference, with a record date of March 26, 2021 for voting eligibility. Lear continues to enhance in-vehicle experiences, serving major automakers worldwide and ranking 166 on the Fortune 500.
CITGO and Xevo have signed an agreement to launch a CITGO in-vehicle app, connecting consumers to over 4,500 CITGO retail locations. This app, powered by Xevo's Market platform, enables embedded ordering and transactions via in-vehicle touchscreens, simplifying fuel purchases. Customers can link their CITGO loyalty accounts to earn rewards on fuel bought through the app. CITGO aims to enhance customer experiences at its branded locations while adapting to technological advancements in daily life.
Lear Corporation reported its Q4 2020 and full-year financial results, showing significant growth despite pandemic challenges. Q4 sales reached $5.2 billion, up from $4.8 billion in 2019. Net income rose to $202 million, with EPS at $3.33. For 2020, total sales declined to $17.0 billion amid a 17% drop in global vehicle production. Looking ahead, Lear projects 2021 net sales between $19.8 billion and $20.8 billion, with anticipated core operating earnings of $1.13 - $1.30 billion.
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Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA) will conduct a conference call on February 4, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. EST to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2020 financial results. Interested parties can join via toll-free number 877-883-0383 or international line 412-902-6506, using conference code 4077371. A live audio webcast will also be available on Lear's Investor Relations website. The associated slide presentation will be posted prior to the call.
On January 11, 2021, Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA) announced a partnership between its Xevo software business and Grubhub, allowing contactless food ordering in FCA vehicles via the Uconnect Market platform. The Grubhub app will enable users to easily reorder their favorite meals and discover new options while on the go. This feature underscores Lear's commitment to enhancing in-vehicle experiences by enabling safe transactions without shared surfaces. The Uconnect Market is available in various 2019 and 2020 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram models equipped with connected services.