March 22, 2025 – Dearborn, MI – Ford Motor Company’s stock closed the week at $10.00, marking a 3% increase from the prior week’s closing price of $9.73. The $0.27 gain reflects continued investor confidence in the automaker’s strategic initiatives, despite a prior 2% decline the week before, which had followed a 4% rally in the preceding trading period.
Stock Performance Overview:
Throughout the week of March 17th to March 21st, Ford’s stock demonstrated steady movement:
- March 21: Closed at $10.00, with a high of $10.12 and a low of $9.83.
- March 20: Closed slightly lower at $10.01, after peaking at $10.15.
- March 19: Hit the weekly high of $10.28, closing at $10.17.
- March 18: Flat trading day, closing at $9.95.
- March 17: Opened the week at $9.74 and closed at $9.92, marking a strong start.
In comparison, General Motors shares also posted gains, rising by $0.90 or 2% over the same timeframe.
Ford’s Strategic Growth Drivers:
While no major announcements were made during the week, Ford’s ongoing transformation under CEO Jim Farley, who took the helm in October 2020, continues to shape its market performance. The company’s ambitious plans include:
- EV Expansion & Partnerships:
- BlueOvalSK JV: Ford’s joint venture with SK Innovation aims to scale EV production, with two new battery plants set to go live in 2026.
- Tesla Supercharger Network Compatibility: Ford EVs will soon access Tesla’s charging infrastructure, improving convenience and range confidence for drivers.
- Flexible Production: A new, low-cost EV platform is in development to compete with rising Chinese EV manufacturers.
- Tech & Software Integration:
- Collaboration with Google to introduce Android-powered infotainment systems in future vehicles.
- Partnerships with Stripe and ADT for streamlined payment solutions and enhanced vehicle security.
- Commercial Vehicle Expansion:
- Ford Pro, the company’s commercial fleet division, is ramping up software services, generating recurring revenue streams through fleet management solutions.
- Battery and Semiconductor Supply Chain:
- Investment in Solid Power, a solid-state battery company, to strengthen its EV battery technology.
- A partnership with GlobalFoundries to secure a steady supply of microchips, mitigating production disruptions.
Looking Ahead:
Ford’s stock movement reflects growing optimism around its ability to balance EV expansion with its legacy ICE business, while enhancing digital and recurring revenue services. With a focus on flexible production timing and cost management, the company is well-positioned to navigate fluctuating EV demand.
Investors will be closely watching Ford’s next quarterly earnings report and any updates on its 2026 battery facility rollout and new EV platform progress, which could further influence share performance in the coming months.
