What if you invested $1000 in GM on Jan 1, 2020?
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Historical Annual Returns
Over the past 16 years, General Motors Company has delivered an average annual return of 11.7%. The stock peaked in 2025 with a massive +59.6% gain, while investors faced a downturn in 2011 (-45.3%). Overall, the stock finished in the green 12 times out of 16 years.
Avg Return
+11.7%
Win Rate
75%
12W - 4L
Best
+59.6%
2025
Worst
-45.3%
2011
Performance Consistency
About General Motors Company
Visit Website ↗General Motors Company (GM) is a global automotive company that designs, builds, and sells cars, trucks, crossovers, and automobile parts worldwide. GM also provides financial services through General Motors Financial Company, Inc. Its brands include Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac. GM is committed to a future of zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion, investing heavily in electric vehicles and autonomous driving technology.
Key Business Segments
GM North America (GMNA)
Designs, manufactures, and markets vehicles and parts in North America.
GM International (GMI)
Designs, manufactures, and markets vehicles and parts in regions outside North America.
GM Financial
Provides automotive financing services, including retail lending and lease financing, to customers and dealers.
Global Propulsion Systems (GPS)
Develops and manufactures propulsion systems, including engines, transmissions, and electric vehicle components.
Key Innovations
- ✓Pioneered many automotive design and engineering innovations, from early combustion engines to modern electric powertrains.
- ✓Leading the transformation to electric vehicles with new platforms (Ultium) and significant investments in battery technology and charging infrastructure.
- ✓Developing autonomous driving technologies through its Cruise subsidiary, aiming for a future of self-driving cars.
Historical Milestones
William C. Durant establishes General Motors Company.
Acquires Chevrolet, one of its most popular brands.
Undergoes a government-backed restructuring and emerges from bankruptcy as 'General Motors Company'.
Acquires Cruise Automation, accelerating its development in autonomous vehicle technology.