General Motors (NYSE:GM) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Tuesday, 2026-01-27. Here’s a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that General Motors will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.24.
Anticipation surrounds General Motors’s announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
Performance in Previous Earnings
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.51, leading to a 1.04% increase in the share price the following trading session.
Here’s a look at General Motors’s past performance and the resulting price change:
| Quarter | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q4 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | 2.29 | 2.41 | 2.73 | 1.84 |
| EPS Actual | 2.80 | 2.53 | 2.78 | 1.92 |
| Price Change % | 1.00 | 9.00 | -4.00 | -1.00 |
Stock Performance
Shares of General Motors were trading at $79.68 as of January 23. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 59.23%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release.
Analysts’ Perspectives on General Motors
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on General Motors.
Analysts have given General Motors a total of 11 ratings, with the consensus rating being Outperform. The average one-year price target is $88.0, indicating a potential 8.45% upside.