FORD MOTOR CO (F) Factsheet
FORD MOTOR CO (F) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-10-24. Data as of Q1 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC -8.5%. FCF margin 5.0%. D/E 0.4x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | -8.5% | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 5.0% | Healthy cash flow |
| Debt/Equity | 0.4x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC -8.5% — Bottom 10% of sector peers. FCF margin 5.0% — Top 50%.
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Profitability: FORD MOTOR CO earns -8.5% ROIC
ROIC TTM -8.5%, sector median 7.2%. DuPont: NOPAT margin -2.4% × asset turnover 0.7x. Gross margin 8.0%. Operating margin -3.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
| Metric | F | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | -8.5% | Red flag | Below sector median of 7.2% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | -14.4% | Red flag | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 8.0% | Warning | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | -3.8% | Warning | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: FORD MOTOR CO generates $9.5B FCF at 5.0% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $9.5B. FCF margin 5.0%, Top 50%. OCF/Net income -3.1x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
| Metric | F | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 5.0% | Adequate | Healthy cash generation |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $9.5B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | -3.1x | Warning | Potential accrual concerns |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: FORD MOTOR CO at 0.4x leverage
Debt/Equity 0.4x. Net cash $14.5B. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
| Metric | F | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.4x | Good | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $14.5B | Excellent | Net cash positive |
Valuation: FORD MOTOR CO trades at -7.5x earnings
P/E -7.5x. EV/Sales 0.1x. FCF yield 20.8%. Dividend yield 5.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
| Metric | F | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | -7.5x | Red flag | Reasonable valuation |
| EV/Sales | 0.1x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 20.8% | Excellent | Attractive cash return |
| Dividend Yield | 5.2% | Good | Meaningful income |
Capital Allocation: FORD MOTOR CO returns 5.9% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 5.9% (div 5.2% + buyback 0.7%). Capital returned $2.7B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
| Metric | F | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 5.9% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 0.7% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $2.7B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | -8.5% | Bottom 10% | -1.2x below |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 5.0% | Top 50% | 1.1x above |
| Gross Margin | 8.0% | Bottom 10% | 0.2x below |
| Operating Margin | -3.8% | Bottom 10% | -0.5x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | -14.4% | Top 5% | -1.7x below |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | F | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | -8.5% | Red flag | Below cost of capital |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 5.0% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 4.7%) |
| Gross Margin | 8.0% | Red flag | Bottom 10% of sector (median: 33.1%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 43.6% | Good | Moderate leverage |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 20.8% | Excellent | High cash return |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is FORD MOTOR CO's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
FORD MOTOR CO (F) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of -8.5%. Sector median 7.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Q: What is FORD MOTOR CO's Free Cash Flow Margin?
FORD MOTOR CO (F) has a free cash flow margin of 5.0%, generating $9.5 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Q: What is FORD MOTOR CO's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
FORD MOTOR CO (F) trades at a P/E ratio of -7.5x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 0.1x. FCF yield 20.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Q: Does FORD MOTOR CO pay a dividend?
FORD MOTOR CO (F) currently pays a dividend yield of 5.2%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 5.9%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Q: What is FORD MOTOR CO's revenue and earnings growth?
FORD MOTOR CO (F) grew revenue by 3.8% year-over-year. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Q: Is FORD MOTOR CO buying back stock?
FORD MOTOR CO (F) repurchased $311.0 million of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 0.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Q: How does FORD MOTOR CO compare to competitors in Industrials?
Compared to other companies in Industrials, FORD MOTOR CO (F) shows: ROIC -8.5%, sector median 7.2% (-1.2x). FCF margin 5.0%, sector median 4.7% (Top 50%). Gross margin 8.0%, 25.0pp below sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Industrials companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with FORD MOTOR CO?
Quantitative warning flags for FORD MOTOR CO (F): 1) ROIC declining -21.9% over 8 quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-10-24. TTM metrics as of Q1 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.