General Motors Optimistic Outlook for 2026 Amid Tariff Challenges
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
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- Earnings Outlook Upgrade: General Motors anticipates adjusted earnings per share for 2026 to be between $11 and $13, surpassing the analyst estimate of $11.83, indicating enhanced profitability despite tariff pressures and declining EV demand.
- Tariff Cost Management: The company expects gross tariff costs in the range of $3-$4 billion for 2026, slightly higher than 2025, but has successfully offset over 40% of these costs through production adjustments and cost-cutting measures, demonstrating its adaptability to market changes.
- Investment and Capacity Expansion: GM plans to invest $10-$12 billion annually in 2026 and 2027, including approximately $5 billion to expand U.S. manufacturing capacity for high-demand vehicles, further solidifying its market position.
- Share Buyback and Dividend Increase: The board approved a $6 billion share buyback initiative and increased the quarterly dividend by 20% to $0.18 per share, reflecting the company's confidence in future cash flows and commitment to shareholder returns.
Analyst Views on GM
Wall Street analysts forecast GM stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for GM is 82.06 USD with a low forecast of 48.00 USD and a high forecast of 100.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
18 Analyst Rating
16 Buy
1 Hold
1 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 79.430
Low
48.00
Averages
82.06
High
100.00
Current: 79.430
Low
48.00
Averages
82.06
High
100.00
About GM
General Motors Company designs, builds and sells trucks, crossovers, cars and automobile parts and provides software-enabled services and subscriptions worldwide. The Company's segments include GMNA, GMI, Cruise and GM Financial. Its GM North America (GMNA) and GM International (GMI) develop, manufacture and/or markets vehicles under the Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC brands. The Company provides automotive financing services through its General Motors Financial Company, Inc. (GM Financial) segment. Its Cruise segment is engaged in the development and commercialization of autonomous vehicle technology. Its software-enabled services and subscriptions, including OnStar, its advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), including Super Cruise driver assistance technology, and its end-to-end software platform. The Company is also focused on investing in electric vehicles (EVs) and AVs, software-enabled services and subscriptions and new business opportunities.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
