Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Source: Fool
Updated: 4d ago
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- Sales Growth: Despite challenges from the EV transition and policy changes, General Motors achieved a 6% sales increase in 2025, maintaining its leadership in the U.S. auto market, which reflects strong market demand and brand appeal.
- Full-Size Pickup Dominance: GM has led the full-size pickup market for six consecutive years, with the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra achieving their best combined sales in 20 years, indicating robust demand for high-margin vehicles.
- Brand-Wide Growth: All four GM brands reported sales growth, with GMC setting a new sales record for the second consecutive year and Cadillac achieving its best sales in a decade, showcasing the brands’ competitive strength and consumer recognition.
- Entry-Level Vehicle Sales: GM sold nearly 700,000 Chevrolet and Buick models priced below $30,000 in 2025, which, while resulting in a lower average transaction price, strategically attracts first-time buyers and fosters long-term brand loyalty, highlighting significant future market potential.
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.
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.
Current: 81.140
Current: 81.140
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.
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