Erste Group Analyst Reduces GM's FY2027 EPS Forecast

Earnings per share estimate lowered from $14.13 to $13.88 per share

Apr. 8, 2026 at 12:37pm

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Analysts at Erste Group Bank have reduced their FY2027 earnings per share (EPS) estimates for General Motors (NYSE: GM). Erste Group Bank analyst S. Lingnau now forecasts that the automaker will earn $13.88 per share for the year, down from their prior forecast of $14.13. The consensus estimate for GM's current full-year earnings is $11.44 per share.

Why it matters

This revised forecast from a prominent analyst signals potential headwinds for GM's long-term profitability, despite the company's recent strong quarterly results. Investors will be closely watching to see if other analysts follow suit in lowering their outlooks for the automaker.

The details

In a report released on Thursday, April 2nd, Erste Group Bank analyst S. Lingnau reduced their FY2027 EPS estimate for General Motors from $14.13 to $13.88 per share. This comes after GM reported Q4 2026 earnings of $2.51 per share, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $2.26 per share. The company has set its FY 2026 guidance at $9.75-$10.50 EPS.

  • Erste Group Bank released the revised FY2027 EPS forecast on Thursday, April 2nd, 2026.
  • General Motors reported Q4 2026 earnings on Tuesday, January 27th, 2026.

The players

General Motors Company

A global automotive manufacturer headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, that designs, builds and sells cars, trucks, crossovers and electric vehicles.

S. Lingnau

An analyst at Erste Group Bank who covers General Motors.

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The takeaway

This revised EPS forecast from Erste Group Bank highlights the challenges and uncertainties facing automakers like GM as they navigate evolving market conditions and consumer preferences. Investors will be closely monitoring GM's performance and any further adjustments to long-term projections.