GM reports Q2 2026 net revenue of $48B; EV losses impact margins
General Motors (GM) reported a net revenue of $48 billion for Q2 2026, up from $43.6 billion in Q1 and a $900 million increase from the same period last year. However, the company's operating profit declined from $4.3 billion to $3.9 billion, with margins falling from 9.7% in Q1 to 8.2%. The decrease in profit was attributed to losses in the electric vehicle (EV) segment, cost pressures from inflation, and expenses related to onshoring more production to the U.S.
Key points
- GM's fleet sales in the first half of 2026 were the highest in over five years, with record full-size pickup sales in Q2 driven by strong commercial demand.
- The company's operating profit declined from $4.3 billion to $3.9 billion, with margins falling from 9.7% in Q1 to 8.2%.
- GM's net revenue increased to $48 billion in Q2 2026, up from $43.6 billion in Q1 and a $900 million increase from the same period last year.
Sources
- GM reports net revenue of $48B in Q2, but EV losses dent marginsWardsAuto · July 22, 2026
- General Motors announces shareholder payouts as profits soarThe Spokesman-Review · July 21, 2026
- GM releases 2025 financial results and 2026 guidance; Board declares dividend at 20% higher quarterly rate, and approves new $6.0 billion share repurchase authorizationGeneral Motors · January 27, 2026
- Q2 2026 Letter to ShareholdersGeneral Motors · July 21, 2026
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