The following is a summary of the General Motors Company (GM) Q4 2023 Earnings Call Transcript:
Financial Performance:
- GM displayed strong financial performance in 2023, with a full year EBIT-adjusted of $12.4 billion and adjusted auto-free cash flow of $11.7 billion.
- A robust share repurchase program was launched leading to present share count standing at less than 1.2 billion.
- Revenue recorded a year-on-year growth of 10%, hitting a record $172 billion, while EPS diluted adjustments stood at $7.68.
- Q4 revenue remained consistent year-over-year at $43 billion with $1.8 billion in EBIT adjusted, and $1.24 in EPS diluted adjusted.
- For 2024, GM projects an EBIT-adjusted in the $12 billion to $14 billion range and an EPS diluted adjusted in the $8.50 to $9.50 range.
Business Progress:
- GM recorded record sales in the US in 2023 with Chevrolet Bolt EV and EUV leading sales.
- By implementing a shift towards electric vehicles, GM forecasts profit-positivity in the latter part of the year.
- Super Cruise technology will be embedded across multiple models as part of GM’s future plans.
- Despite challenges due to semiconductor shortage, GM is poised for a strong year with continuous improvements across various departments.
- The company has plans to emphasize EV profitability with an expected decrease in net realizable value adjustments.
- Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) production will be balanced against Electric Vehicle (EV) production to satisfy customer demand and ensure steady pricing.