Recent Developments in General Motors Company Lobbying and Trading Activity
In the recent filing under the Lobbying Disclosure Act, it was revealed that General Motors Company (GM) has engaged in $40,000 worth of lobbying efforts for the first quarter of 2025. These lobbying efforts primarily focused on various topics related to autonomous and electric vehicles, as well as cybersecurity and privacy issues. However, no specific legislative proposals were mentioned in the disclosures.
Congressional Stock Transactions Involving GM
Over the past six months, members of Congress have made one trade involving GM stock, all of which was a sale—no purchases were recorded. This trend in trading among Congress members regarding GM stock illustrates their cautious approach toward investment in the automotive giant. For continuous updates on congressional stock trades, platforms like Quiver Quantitative provide tracking tools for investors and analysts alike.
GM Insider Trading Overview
In the last half-year, GM insiders have executed 13 transactions involving $GM stock. Among these trades, only one was a purchase, while the majority, totaling 12, were sales. Here’s a closer look at some key insider activities during this period:
- Mary T. Barra (Chair & CEO) recorded three sales, offloading 713,648 shares for about $38.94 million.
- Craig B. Glidden (Executive Vice President & General Counsel) sold 383,142 shares across five transactions, gaining approximately $21.70 million.
- Other executives like Mark L. Reuss (President) and Rory Harvey (Executive Vice President) also sold shares, totaling significant amounts, while Alfred F. Jr. Kelly stood out with a noteworthy purchase of 12,000 shares valued at around $607,920.
Quiver Quantitative’s insider trading dashboard offers valuable insights for those interested in tracking stock transactions by corporate insiders.
Hedge Fund Activity in GM Stock
Institutional investing appears to be fluctuating, with 561 investors recently acquiring GM shares, while 616 reduced their holdings in the most recent quarter. Noteworthy changes include:
- Capital World Investors divested 22,218,452 shares, a significant drop of 46%, translating to an estimated loss of about $1.18 billion.
- Arrowstreet Capital decreased its position by 27.7%, selling off 8,347,526 shares valued at around $444.67 million.
- Capital International Investors and Hotchkis & Wiley Capital Management also made substantial reductions in their GM stock holdings.
The trends observed in hedge fund activity suggest a diversified approach among institutional investors, which can be conveniently tracked via Quiver Quantitative’s institutional holdings dashboard.
Analysts’ Ratings on GM
In recent months, Wall Street analysts have expressed mixed feelings about GM, with four firms issuing buy ratings and another four opting for sell ratings on the stock. Key analyst evaluations include:
- Barclays assigned a "Negative" rating on April 15, 2025.
- Bernstein provided an "Underperform" rating on April 7, 2025.
- Cowen & Co. and UBS both issued "Buy" ratings earlier in 2025, reflecting confidence in GM’s potential.
Investors can track these ratings and corresponding price targets on platforms such as Quiver Quantitative, ensuring they remain informed on analyst sentiments regarding GM.
GM Price Predictions
Several analysts have shared their price targets for GM stock, revealing a median target of $60. Recent evaluations include:
- Philippe Houchois from Jefferies suggested a price target of $52 on October 30, 2024.
- Daniel Ives from Wedbush set a higher target of $60 on October 23, 2024.
- Dan Levy from Barclays has set an even more optimistic target of $70, also on October 23, 2024.
These insights can guide investors in making informed decisions as they consider the future outlook for GM stock.
This analysis of recent lobbying activity, insider trading, hedge fund movements, and analyst ratings for GM provides a comprehensive outlook for current and potential investors. Ensure to remain updated through reliable platforms for the latest financial insights and stock trends.
