Wells Fargo Reiterates Sell Rating on Ford Motor Company
Wells Fargo maintained its sell rating on Ford with an $11 price target, a 22.15% downside from the current price.
Key Points
- Wells Fargo reiterated its sell rating on Ford Motor Company (F) with a price target of $11 on June 25, 2026.
- Wells Fargo's $11 price target implies 22.15% downside from Ford Motor Company's ($F) current $14.13 share price.
- Shares of NYSE:F traded near $13.84 on Friday, with a market cap of about $56.2 billion and a forward P/E ratio of 7.71.
- Other institutional investors like Vanguard and State Street also adjusted their positions in Ford, with Vanguard opening new positions.
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Wells Fargo has reiterated its sell rating on Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F), maintaining a price target of $11. This update came on June 25, 2026, as analyst Colin Langan continued to express caution about the automaker's prospects.
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Ford Motor Company Stock Up 1.8%
Shares of NYSE:F traded near $13.84 on Friday. Ford Motor Company has a market capitalization of approximately $56.2 billion. Its forward P/E ratio stands at 7.71, suggesting some investor caution about future earnings. The stock has a 52-week range between $10.68 and $17.78, with a 50-day moving average of $13.73 and a 200-day moving average of $13.05. Ford's beta is 1.798, indicating higher volatility compared to the market. The company has a current ratio of 1.09, a quick ratio of 0.88, and a significant debt-to-equity ratio of 425.54.
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Recent Earnings
Ford reported revenue of $189.86 billion, with a modest growth rate of 6.4%. However, the company is currently unprofitable, with a negative EPS of -$1.55 and a net margin of -3.22%. The return on equity is also negative at -14.81%. Ford is expected to release its next earnings report on July 29, 2026.
Dividend
Ford pays an annual dividend of $0.60 per share, which translates to a yield of 4.25%. The dividend payout ratio is 64.1%, reflecting a commitment to returning value to shareholders despite current financial challenges.
Insider Buying and Selling at Ford Motor Company
Recent insider activity at Ford shows varied transactions. On June 23, 2026, John Thornton acquired 10,600 shares at an average price of $14.05. Earlier in June, Kyle Crockett, the Chief Accounting Officer, sold 32,307 shares at $15.71. Additionally, William Kennard purchased 2,558 shares on June 1, 2026.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 25, 2026, Wells Fargo maintained its sell rating on Ford with an $11 price target. UBS, on June 8, 2026, maintained a buy rating and set a target of $17. Citigroup kept its hold rating with a $19 target on June 1, 2026. The consensus among analysts is a hold recommendation, with a mean price target of $14.85 based on 20 analyst opinions.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company, headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, is a major player in the automotive industry, known for its Ford and Lincoln vehicles. The company operates through segments like Ford Blue, Ford Model e, and Ford Pro, providing a wide range of vehicles and services including electric vehicles, service parts, and digital solutions. Under the leadership of CEO James Duncan Farley Jr., Ford employs around 168,000 people globally.
Bottom Line
Wells Fargo's reiteration of a sell rating with an $11 target underscores ongoing concerns about Ford's market position and financial performance. Investors keep a close eye on 13F filings and analyst updates to gauge institutional sentiment and potential stock movements. As always, it's crucial to remember that these analyst ratings are projections and part of a broader investment picture.
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