Ford Motor Company Profit Margin
Data as of June 01, 2026
Profit Margin (TTM)
-3.2%
Revenue (TTM)
$189.86B
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Ticker
F
How It's Calculated
What This Means
Ford Motor Company reports negative or breakeven profitability on this snapshot; margin alone does not capture cash flow quality.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company (F) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically in Auto Manufacturers. With a market capitalization of about $69.49B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $17.44, within a 52-week range of $9.88 to $17.78 (-1.9% from the high, +76.5% from the low). Beta of 1.66 suggests the stock has been more volatile than the broader market.
Trailing profit margin is about -3.2%, signaling negative or breakeven profitability, which can affect valuation multiples.
Understanding This Metric
Profit margin connects income-statement quality to valuation. For Ford Motor Company, trailing margin summarizes how much revenue converts to net profit after costs. In Consumer Cyclical, margins differ by business model — software and services often run higher margins than capital-intensive industries. Track margin trends across quarters; a stable or improving margin can support earnings durability, while sharp declines may warrant deeper review of guidance and competition.
Using This Number in Practice
At about -3.2% trailing profit margin, Ford Motor Company (F) indicates the company is not currently profitable on a net basis; pair with cash flow and balance-sheet review. For large revenue bases, even a one-point margin move can shift earnings materially, so trend matters as much as the spot reading.
When comparing F to alternatives, combine margin with return on equity, revenue growth, and valuation. Use our margin calculator for scenario work, and browse the F metrics hub plus sector peers in the comparison section above.
Sector Comparison
Among Consumer Cyclical names on our S&P 100 coverage, Ford Motor Company's profit margin of -3.2% can be compared with peers such as AMZN (12.2%), TSLA (3.9%), MCD (31.6%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Consumer Cyclical stocks.
Key Takeaways
- F is grouped in the Consumer Cyclical sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.66 suggests higher-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of -3.2% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is F's profit margin?
Trailing profit margin measures net income as a percent of revenue. Ford Motor Company's margin is about -3.2% on this snapshot — higher margins often support stronger valuation multiples in Consumer Cyclical.
Is -3.2% strong for Consumer Cyclical?
Peers in Consumer Cyclical such as MCD (31.6%), BKNG (22.2%), AMZN (12.2%) help benchmark F's -3.2%. Margins vary by sub-industry and accounting cycle.
How often is profit margin updated?
Margins update after quarterly earnings; price-only fields refresh on trading days. Data as of June 01, 2026.
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