Ford F-150 Production Hits Another Snag as CEO Flags Skilled-Worker Shortage
Ford’s F-150 took another production hit after a supplier shortage. Sales remain down as the company flags a growing U.S. labor gap.
Ford’s F-150 took another production hit after a supplier shortage. Sales remain down as the company flags a growing U.S. labor gap.
Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, parts & steel from Jan 1, 2027, after trade talks with Canada collapse. Markets react.
The drop was intentional due to Escape discontinuation and rental cuts for new EVs.
Ford posted Q2 EPS of $0.42 and $48.3B revenue, beating forecasts. The automaker raised full-year adjusted EBIT guidance to $10–11 billion on strong pricing and resilient demand.
Jefferies upgrades Ford to Buy ($17.50 PT) and GM to Buy ($99 PT). Stronger production, healthy U.S. demand and solid 2027 outlook drive the dual upgrades.
Ford Energy will supply EDF up to 20 GWh of US-made batteries by 2028 to store solar and wind power for the grid.