GM Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
GM - General Motors Company
$79.01
3.19 (4.21%)
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5d:
+0.76%
30d:
+1.57%
90d:
-1.16%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 28, 2026
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Strength: 4.0/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: GM shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.6% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: GM shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.6% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$116.71
Based on 6.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$72.47
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 6.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: GM is currently trading at $79.00, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $75.54 to $79.27. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 5.4) is in line with its historical norms (6.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.6% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, GM is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $79.45. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $94.08 (+24.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, GM is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $79.45. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $94.08 (+24.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$75.54 -
$79.27
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
70.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 24.1% below Wall St target ($94.08)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$75.54 -
$79.27
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$74.96
Resistance Level
$79.45
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
5.40
Wall Street Target
$94.08
(+24.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-0.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-15.8%
Profit Margin
1.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
5.4 vs 6.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$73.08
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$70.45
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$67.91
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 5→6)
$75.49
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 9.5%)
$406.91
(+437%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 5.4, Growth: 9.5%)
$99.66
(+32%)
Bear:
(PE: 4.6, Growth: 9.5%)
$84.71
(+12%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (27x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (5x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 27.48 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.74
Bull Case
$165.64
(+119%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 30.2
Base Case
$150.58
(+99%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 27.5
Bear Case
$51.20
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 23.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 5.4 to 6.0
Stabilization Target:
$84.26
(+11.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+11.1%
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Last updated: May 14, 2026 12:38 PM ET
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Sells
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