The chart below shows how F performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, F sees a -2.85% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -4.00% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +1.13%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Consistent Revenue Growth: Revenue growth of 5% to over $46 billion, marking the 10th consecutive quarter of year-over-year revenue growth.
Adjusted EBIT Increase: Adjusted EBIT of $2.6 billion with a margin of 5.5%, up 50 basis points from a year ago.
Export Contribution to EBIT: China and its exports contributed over $600 million to the company's EBIT this year.
Strong Revenue Growth: Ford Pro delivered close to $16 billion of revenue in the quarter, up 13%, indicating strong growth.
Strong Cash Flow Performance: Adjusted free cash flow was $3.2 billion in the quarter and $5.9 billion year-to-date, with cash conversion of 74%, well above the targeted range of 50% to 60%.
Negative
EBT Performance Analysis: Company EBT was strong, but did fall to 11.6% in the quarter, although still at 14.6% year-to-date.
Cost Reduction Achieved: Overall, costs were lower in the quarter.
Model e Financial Loss: Ford Model e generated a loss of $1.2 billion.
Wholesale Sales Decline: Global wholesale sales were down 11%, reflecting our focus on yield management and balancing dealer inventory in North America, offset partially by the launch of the all-new Explorer EV in Europe.
EV Market Challenges: We have seen some challenges beyond cost and quality, obviously, and the slow uptake of EVs.
Ford Motor Company (F) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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