10-KPeriod: FY2024

FORD MOTOR CO Annual Report, Year Ended Dec 31, 2024

Filed February 6, 2025For Securities:FF-PCF-PDF-PB

Summary

Ford Motor Company reported a net income of $5,879 million and adjusted EBIT of $10,208 million for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2024. The company's revenue increased by 5% to $184,992 million. Despite overall profitability improvement and positive cash flow from operations, the Ford Model e segment continues to be a significant drag, reporting an EBIT loss of $5,076 million, a $375 million increase in losses from the prior year, primarily due to pricing pressures and ongoing investments. Conversely, the Ford Pro segment demonstrated robust performance, with EBIT increasing by $1,793 million to $9,015 million, driven by favorable market factors. Ford Blue's EBIT decreased by $2,178 million to $5,284 million, largely attributed to unfavorable exchange rates and cost pressures. The company is navigating a complex automotive landscape marked by evolving EV adoption rates, inflationary pressures, and regulatory changes, as highlighted in its 2025 guidance which projects adjusted EBIT between $7.0 billion and $8.5 billion.

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Key Highlights

  • 1Ford reported a net income of $5,879 million for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2024, a significant increase from the previous year.
  • 2The Ford Pro segment showed strong performance with EBIT rising to $9,015 million, an increase of $1,793 million year-over-year.
  • 3The Ford Model e segment incurred a substantial EBIT loss of $5,076 million, widening the loss by $375 million compared to the prior year.
  • 4Company revenue grew by 5% to $184,992 million, reflecting improved wholesales and favorable mix in certain segments.
  • 5Despite a challenging EV market, Ford's cash flow from operations remained strong at $15.4 billion.
  • 6The company's 2025 guidance projects adjusted EBIT between $7.0 billion and $8.5 billion, indicating cautious optimism amid market uncertainties.
  • 7Ford continues to invest in its Ford+ plan, focusing on core strengths while managing the transition to electric vehicles and advanced technologies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ford reported a net income of $5,879 million and adjusted EBIT of $10,208 million for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2024. Revenue increased by 5% to $184,992 million. This represents an improvement in net income and revenue compared to the previous year.

The Ford Pro segment was a strong performer, with EBIT increasing by $1,793 million to $9,015 million. Ford Blue's EBIT decreased by $2,178 million to $5,284 million due to unfavorable exchange rates and cost pressures. The Ford Model e segment continued to face challenges, with an EBIT loss of $5,076 million, an increase in losses of $375 million from the prior year, primarily driven by pricing pressures and investments in new products.

Ford projects its adjusted EBIT for 2025 to be in the range of $7.0 billion to $8.5 billion and adjusted free cash flow between $3.5 billion and $4.5 billion. This outlook anticipates continued strength in Ford Pro, moderation in Ford Blue, and ongoing losses in Ford Model e, reflecting industry-wide pricing pressures and continued investment in next-generation products.

Ford faces several risks, including intense competition, supply chain disruptions, labor costs, regulatory changes (especially concerning emissions and electric vehicles), cybersecurity threats, and the need to successfully execute its Ford+ plan. The company also highlighted the impact of economic conditions and geopolitical developments on its global operations.