General Motors Company Profit Margin
Data as of June 01, 2026
Profit Margin (TTM)
1.4%
Revenue (TTM)
$184.62B
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Ticker
GM
How It's Calculated
What This Means
General Motors Company's profit margin of 1.4% is modest — investors should weigh margin trends and reinvestment needs.
About General Motors Company
General Motors Company (GM) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically in Auto Manufacturers. With a market capitalization of about $75.05B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $83.24, within a 52-week range of $46.82 to $87.62 (-5.0% from the high, +77.8% from the low). Beta of 1.29 suggests the stock has been more volatile than the broader market.
Trailing profit margin is about 1.4%, signaling modest profitability that investors should weigh against growth plans.
Understanding This Metric
Profit margin connects income-statement quality to valuation. For General Motors 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 1.4% trailing profit margin, General Motors Company (GM) leaves a thinner cushion after operating costs — weigh alongside revenue growth and leverage. 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 GM to alternatives, combine margin with return on equity, revenue growth, and valuation. Use our margin calculator for scenario work, and browse the GM metrics hub plus sector peers in the comparison section above.
Sector Comparison
Among Consumer Cyclical names on our S&P 100 coverage, General Motors Company's profit margin of 1.4% 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
- GM is grouped in the Consumer Cyclical sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.29 suggests higher-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 1.4% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is GM's profit margin?
Trailing profit margin measures net income as a percent of revenue. General Motors Company's margin is about 1.4% on this snapshot — higher margins often support stronger valuation multiples in Consumer Cyclical.
Is 1.4% strong for Consumer Cyclical?
Peers in Consumer Cyclical such as MCD (31.6%), BKNG (22.2%), AMZN (12.2%) help benchmark GM's 1.4%. 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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