Summary
Ford Motor Company (F) reported a significant turnaround in the first quarter of 2010 compared to the same period in 2009. The company achieved a net income of $2.1 billion, a substantial improvement from a net loss of $1.4 billion in the prior year. This profitability was driven primarily by a strong rebound in automotive sales and revenues, which increased by 38% year-over-year. The improved financial performance was also supported by a reduction in costs and expenses, particularly within the Financial Services segment. The company's strategic focus on restructuring and cost management appears to be yielding positive results, contributing to a healthier balance sheet and improved cash flow from operations. Investors should note the significant recovery in automotive demand and the company's ongoing efforts to strengthen its financial position and operational efficiency.
Financial Highlights
33 data points| Revenue | $31.57B |
| Cost of Revenue | $25.14B |
| Gross Profit | $6.43B |
| SG&A Expenses | $3.09B |
| Operating Expenses | $29.89B |
| Operating Income | $2.08B |
| Interest Expense | $1.70B |
| Net Income | $2.08B |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.62 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.50 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 3.37B |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 4.57B |
Key Highlights
- 1Net income attributable to Ford Motor Company was $2.1 billion ($0.50 per diluted share) in Q1 2010, a significant improvement from a net loss of $1.4 billion ($0.60 per diluted share) in Q1 2009.
- 2Total sales and revenues increased by 38% to $31.6 billion in Q1 2010, driven by a 38% increase in Automotive sales to $28.9 billion.
- 3Automotive operating income turned positive, reaching $1.5 billion in Q1 2010 compared to an operating loss of $2.4 billion in Q1 2009.
- 4Financial Services revenues decreased by 22% to $2.7 billion in Q1 2010, but its income before income taxes improved significantly to $815 million from a loss of $152 million in Q1 2009, driven by lower costs and provisions.
- 5The company's cash and cash equivalents increased to $24.4 billion at March 31, 2010, up from $20.7 billion at December 31, 2009.
- 6Total liabilities decreased to $197.4 billion at March 31, 2010, from $199.8 billion at December 31, 2009, while total equity/deficit improved from negative $7.8 billion to negative $5.4 billion.
- 7Ford completed the sale of Volvo in Q3 2010 for $1.8 billion, which was classified as held for sale at the end of Q1 2010 with assets and liabilities reported on the balance sheet.