Key Points
- Ford reported a 14.2% increase in unit sales for Q2 2024, aided by pricing incentives.
- The company’s shares have a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.4 and a dividend yield of 5.12%.
- Despite the sales boost, Ford faces challenges due to low growth and operating margins.
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) experienced a 14.2% year-over-year rise in vehicle unit sales in Q2 2024, primarily due to management’s implementation of pricing incentives, such as employee pricing for all customers. Pickup truck sales surged by 15.1%, while Lincoln luxury sales increased by 31%, marking the largest gain in 18 years.
Ford generated $185 billion in revenue in 2024, a 28% increase over the past decade, but is expected to see weaker sales in the latter half of the year due to economic concerns. The company’s P/E ratio is currently 9.4, with a dividend yield of 5.12%, making it attractive for income investors, although its low operating margin and cyclicality raise risks of future net losses.
