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General Motors Co. (NYSE:GM)

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Operating Profit Margin
since 2010

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Calculation

General Motors Co., operating profit margin, long-term trends, calculation

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Operating profit margin = 100 × Operating income (loss)1 ÷ Automotive net sales and revenue1
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).

1 US$ in millions

The operating profit margin exhibited considerable fluctuation between 2010 and 2025. Initial years showed relative stability, followed by a significant downturn, and then a period of recovery and eventual decline.

Initial Stability and Subsequent Decline (2010-2012)
From 2010 to 2011, the operating profit margin remained relatively consistent, at 3.76% and 3.80% respectively. However, 2012 witnessed a dramatic decrease to -20.20%, indicating substantial operating losses during that period. This represents a significant shift in profitability.
Recovery and Peak Performance (2013-2017)
Following the loss in 2012, the operating profit margin began a recovery, reaching 3.37% in 2013. This upward trend continued through 2017, culminating in a peak of 7.51%. This period demonstrates successful efforts to restore profitability.
Fluctuating Performance (2018-2023)
The operating profit margin experienced fluctuations between 2018 and 2023. It decreased to 3.34% in 2018, then increased to 4.47% in 2019, 6.10% in 2020, and peaked at 8.21% in 2021. A slight decline was observed in 2022 (7.16%) and 2023 (5.90%), suggesting a potential stabilization after the strong performance in 2021.
Recent Decline (2024-2025)
The most recent period shows a substantial decrease in the operating profit margin. It rose to 7.45% in 2024, but fell sharply to 1.73% in 2025. This represents a significant reduction in profitability and warrants further investigation.

Overall, the operating profit margin demonstrates a cyclical pattern with periods of stability, significant loss, recovery, and recent decline. The volatility observed suggests sensitivity to external factors or internal operational changes.

Comparison to Competitors

General Motors Co., operating profit margin, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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General Motors Co. Ford Motor Co. Tesla Inc.
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).