General Motors Option Alert: Jan 16 $55 Calls at the Bid: 3000 vs 8803 OI; Earnings 4/29 Before Open 

General Motors Option Alert: Jan 16 $55 Calls at the Bid: 3000 @ $4.4 vs 8803 OI; Earnings 4/29 Before Open Ref=$49.07

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General Motors Co. emerged from the bankruptcy of General Motors Corp. (old GM) in July 2009. GM has eight brands and operates under three segments: GM North America, GM International, and GM Financial. The United States now has four brands instead of eight under old GM. The company regained its US market share leadership in 2022, after losing it to Toyota due to the chip shortage in 2021. 2024's share was 17.0%. The Cruise autonomous vehicle arm, which GM now owns outright, previously operated driverless geofenced AV robotaxi services in San Francisco and other cities, but after a 2023 accident, GM decided that it will focus on personal AVs. GM Financial became the company's captive finance arm in 2010 via the purchase of AmeriCredit.

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An unusual theft reportedly occurred at General Motors Company&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) Bowling Green, Kentucky plant on Saturday, where eight Corvettes, valued at over $1 million, were stolen.
A 21-year-old Michigan man, Deantae Walker from Westland, is now in custody after local authorities successfully tracked down the stolen vehicles, USA Today <a target="_blank" href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2025/04/02/corvettes-stolen-gm-plant-kentucky/82763735007/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
General Motors Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) shares are trading higher on Wednesday.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, GM stock has gained over 6% in the past year. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;First Trust Nasdaq Transportation ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTXR#NASDAQ">FTXR</a>).
The accused man, Walker, faces multiple charges, including receiving stolen property over $10,000, criminal mischief, evading police, resisting arrest, and engaging in organized crime, the report adds.
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Police discovered that all eight Corvettes were taken from the GM plant simultaneously, leading to the organized crime charge, the report adds.
The theft was first noticed when the Warren County, Kentucky Sheriff&#8217;s Office reported spotting a Corvette, still with its window sticker, at a local apartment complex.
Upon further investigation, several other stolen vehicles were located nearby. Authorities were able to trace Walker&#8217;s involvement when a car transport driver flagged down police about a suspicious transaction involving three of the stolen cars, the report further notes.
Walker was arrested after a brief struggle, assisted by bystanders. Authorities are still searching for an accomplice who fled in a Jeep.
The firm confirmed that all the stolen vehicles have been recovered and the company is working with affected dealers and customers.
The automaker also highlighted its collaboration with law enforcement to prevent such thefts in the future.
Meanwhile, Detroit automakers are attempting to reassure their employees as they work to mitigate challenges posed by President&nbsp;Donald Trump&#8217;s sweeping 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and auto parts set to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/management/25/03/44574393/ford-gm-executives-address-trump-tariffs-in-internal-memos-aimed-to-reassure-employees-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">go&nbsp;into effect on Thursday.</a>&nbsp;
The Detroit Free Press <a target="_blank" href="https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2025/03/30/gm-ford-leaders-assure-employees-companies-future-amid-auto-tariffs/82721842007/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported </a>that it obtained an unsigned internal memo from General Motors which noted the tariffs will have an impact on the company&#8217;s manufacturing operations and supply chain, though it did not give exact figures or estimates.&nbsp;
Price Action: GM shares are trading higher by 1.45% to $47.95 at last check Wednesday.
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The 25% tariff on imported cars and parts could wipe out up to 3 million vehicle sales, slash automaker profits in half and throw the U.S. auto supply chain into chaos as manufacturers scramble to reconfigure operations in a high-stakes race against time, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/expert-ideas">according to Bank of America</a>. 
In a note shared Wednesday, research analyst John P. Babcock said President Donald Trump&#8217;s new trade action announced on March 26 would trigger significant demand destruction, higher consumer prices, and a severe blow to profitability, especially if additional parts tariffs are confirmed in May.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">How Bad Could It Get For US Auto Sales?</h3>
The proposed tariffs—taking effect April 3—apply to all imported cars, light trucks and several critical components, including engines, transmissions, and electrical systems. According to Babcock, the industry response will be higher vehicle prices across the board.
If manufacturers pass along the full 25% tariff to consumers, BofA estimates a sales loss of 3.2 million units at the current trend rate of 16 million vehicles annually — a 20% collapse. A more conservative case, with only 15% of costs passed through, still implies a demand drop of 2.5 million units, or about 15%.
"Affordability has already been a challenge," Babcock said. "This only exacerbates the situation."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Can Automakers Reshore Production?</h3>
There may be limited relief for automakers with idle U.S. plant capacity. 
Bank of America estimates that more than a million vehicle assembly units could be reshored to U.S. factories with minor investments and hiring. General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) and Stellantis NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>) are best positioned for this pivot.
Yet, labor constraints, weak demand for some U.S.-built models and the logistical complexities of scaling production rapidly remain obstacles. 
Over a longer horizon, most automakers could bring production stateside, yet that would require "large capital investments" and likely further tilt the product mix toward higher-end vehicles, leaving a gap in affordable options.
Chinese automakers such as BYD Co. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>), Geely, and Xiaomi could potentially fill that gap if they establish U.S. manufacturing.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What's The Real Cost Of Parts Tariffs?</h3>
While full vehicle reshoring is challenging, the real pain may come from the auto parts tariffs. A final decision is expected by May 3.
Babcock outlined three scenarios: targeted tariffs on powertrain and electronics, blanket tariffs on all auto parts, or a hybrid combination.
If all parts are hit with the 25% tariff, the cost per U.S.-assembled vehicle jumps by $3,285, including $1,065 for powertrain parts, $840 for electronics, and $1,380 for other components.
That alone translates to an average price increase of 8%+, which could either be passed on to consumers or absorbed in profit margins.
In total, the industry faces a $26 billion hit under this scenario, equivalent to "halving all automaker profits in the U.S.," Babcock said.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Reshoring Auto Parts? Not Likely</h3>
While some optimism exists around reshoring vehicle assembly, the parts side tells a different story.
According to Babcock, reshoring auto parts manufacturing is "essentially impossible" due to high U.S. labor costs and a lack of skilled workers.
Unlike vehicle plants that may have idle capacity, parts suppliers have little to no slack in the U.S. system, leaving supply chains exposed and North American production vulnerable to disruptions.
Tariffs on powertrain components may offer a narrow path to incentivize domestic production, but anything broader risks major breakdowns in vehicle manufacturing continuity.
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Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) found itself on the wrong side of a historic surge in U.S. auto sales last month, with March vehicle sales slipping 8% year-over-year despite a broader industry boom.
According to JPMorgan analyst Ryan Brinkman, U.S. light vehicle sales soared 14% as buyers rushed to dealerships ahead of steep new 25% tariffs on auto imports. This buying frenzy pushed the seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) to an impressive 17.8 million &#8211; the highest since April 2021.
But for Tesla, it was anything but a victory lap.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">EV Demand Softens As Tesla Loses Ground</h2>
While overall battery electric vehicle (BEV) penetration declined sequentially from 7.8% in February to 7.0% in March, Tesla's grip on the EV market weakened further. Brinkman notes that Tesla's U.S. BEV market share slid to 40.1% in March, a sharp drop from 44.9% in February and a significant decline from 50.7% a year ago. This contraction, as highlighted by Brinkman, underscores growing competitive pressure as legacy automakers and newer entrants chip away at Tesla's dominance.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Pricing Pressures, Shifting Landscape</h2>
Tesla's decline comes as industry-wide vehicle prices remain resilient, even in the face of new tariffs. Brinkman points out that the average transaction price (ATP) for new vehicles hit $44,849 in March, up 1.4% year-over-year. Automakers largely held firm on pricing, leveraging the late-month demand surge to limit discounting. 
However, with tariffs expected to drive up costs across the board, Brinkman suggests that Tesla may have less flexibility to compete aggressively on price—especially as rivals ramp up production and expand their EV offerings.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Road Ahead</h2>
With tariffs set to push vehicle prices higher and overall auto sales projected to decline later in 2024, Tesla faces an increasingly challenging market. Brinkman emphasizes that while the company has historically relied on price cuts to stimulate demand, its effectiveness in maintaining market share is waning. 
Meanwhile, competitors like General Motors Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) and Hyundai Motor Company (OTCPK: HYMTF) /Kia gained market share in March, highlighting a shifting competitive dynamic in the EV space.
As the industry braces for the full impact of tariffs, Brinkman believes Tesla's ability to navigate these headwinds will be critical in determining its trajectory in the months ahead.
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General Motors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 3.11% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 19.31%. Currently, General Motors has a market capitalization of $47.20 billion. 
Buying $1000 In GM: If an investor had bought $1000 of GM stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,619.73 today based on a price of $47.44 for GM at the time of writing.
<h3>General Motors's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$1000 Invested In General Motors 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on General Motors. Our analysis of options history for General Motors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) revealed 25 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 64% of traders were bullish, while 32% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 12 were puts, with a value of $943,861, and 13 were calls, valued at $1,231,696.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $37.0 and $55.0 for General Motors, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of General Motors stands at 3940.13, with a total volume reaching 36,070.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in General Motors, situated within the strike price corridor from $37.0 to $55.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>General Motors Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743538557_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

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<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.55</td>
<td>$3.55</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$407.8K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
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<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$3.7</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.65</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$233.6K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
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<td>GM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$2.14</td>
<td>$2.04</td>
<td>$2.04</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$163.4K</td>
<td>15.4K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$2.05</td>
<td>$2.04</td>
<td>$2.04</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$146.8K</td>
<td>15.4K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
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<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/11/25</td>
<td>$0.49</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.49</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$107.9K</td>
<td>464</td>
<td>4.8K</td>
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<h3>About General Motors</h3>
General Motors Co. emerged from the bankruptcy of General Motors Corp. (old GM) in July 2009. GM has eight brands and operates under three segments: GM North America, GM International, and GM Financial. The United States now has four brands instead of eight under old GM. The company regained its US market share leadership in 2022, after losing it to Toyota due to the chip shortage in 2021. 2024's share was 17.0%. The Cruise autonomous vehicle arm, which GM now owns outright, previously operated driverless geofenced AV robotaxi services in San Francisco and other cities, but after a 2023 accident, GM decided that it will focus on personal AVs. GM Financial became the company's captive finance arm in 2010 via the purchase of AmeriCredit.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding General Motors, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of General Motors</h3>
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<li>With a trading volume of 13,882,683, the price of GM is up by 0.49%, reaching $47.26.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 28 days from now.</li>
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<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About General Motors</h3>
In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $50.5.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JP Morgan continues to hold a Overweight rating for General Motors, targeting a price of $53. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Piper Sandler continues to hold a Neutral rating for General Motors, targeting a price of $48. 
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Following the worst quarterly performance for U.S. stocks in over two years, caution dominated Wall Street as investors awaited details on the tariff plans expected from the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/tariffs">Trump administration on Wednesday.</a>
On Tuesday, a Washington Post report suggested the administration is considering a sweeping 20% tariff on most of the $3 trillion in annual imports.
Survey data showed that goods-producing businesses had been front-loading purchases ahead of the expected tariffs by the end of first quarter, with inventory levels rising and input cost pressures<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/04/44588076/us-manufacturing-slips-into-contraction-as-tariff-driven-costs-hit-near-3-year-high"> hitting a three-year high.</a>
Major indexes showed little movement by midday in New York, with the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq 100 posting modest gains.
Notably, Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>), and Lucid Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LCID#NASDAQ">LCID</a>) each jumped around 6% as investors viewed them as potential winners from auto-related tariffs. 
Reports last week highlighted that all three manufacture vehicles entirely in the U.S., giving them a competitive edge over peers like Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) and General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>).
Treasuries climbed as yields fell, and gold took a breather after hitting a record $3,122 per ounce. Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) rose more than 3% to over $85,000, marking its strongest session in three weeks.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>Price</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>19,398.82</td>
<td>0.6%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,625.05</td>
<td>0.2%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,015.97</td>
<td>0.2%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>42,051.95</td>
<td>0.1 %</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 1:00 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) inched 0.3% up to $560.83.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) eased 0.1% to $419.37.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;rose 0.5% to $471.29.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) inched 0.1% higher to 199.82.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Consumer Discretionary&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) outperformed, up 1.3%; the&nbsp;Health Care&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>) lagged, down 1.2%.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
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<li>Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>) fell over 5%, on track for the worst day since late March 2020. The decline followed a ruling from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas, which rejected the proposed prepackaged bankruptcy plan of its subsidiary, Red River Talc.</li>
<li>American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>) fell to the lowest level since late August, after Jefferies downgraded the stock from &#8216;Buy&#8217; to &#8216;Hold&#8217; and reduced its price target from $20.00 to $12.00.</li>
<li>IAC Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IAC#NASDAQ">IAC</a>) rallied 26.5% after completing the spin-off of Angi Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANGI#NASDAQ">ANGI</a>). </li>
</ul>
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Wall Street Inches Up Ahead Of Tariff Day: What's Driving Markets Tuesday?

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'Mercedes Weighs Pulling U.S. Entry-level Cars Over Trump Tariffs' - Bloomberg

Retail Sales

General Motors Q1 Total U.S. Vehicle Deliveries 693,363 Units; GM: Q1 Total U.S. EV Sales Of 31,887 Units

European Commission Hands Out €458M Fine To 15 Major Car Manufacturers, European Automobiles Manufacturers' Association For Long-lasting Cartel Concerning End-Of-Vehicle Recycling

Two major Michigan business organizations have warned that President Donald Trump&#8216;s planned 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and parts would severely damage the state&#8217;s auto-dependent <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44577203/tom-lee-says-markets-are-deeply-oversold-expects-bitcoin-to-lead-rebound-as-investors-fear-trumps-tariff-impact">economy and harm the working class</a>.
What Happened: The Detroit Regional Chamber and MichAuto urged the administration on Monday in a letter to halt the tariffs set to take effect on Thursday, cautioning they would cause &#8220;significant price increases&#8221; for American consumers and &#8220;profound&#8221; pain in Michigan, where one in five jobs is automotive-related.
&#8220;The tariff policies proposed will increase prices, drive down consumer demand, and therefore, lower the profitability of our companies, directly impacting the hardworking Americans who assemble the iconic vehicles,&#8221; the letter stated. 
The groups noted that Michigan houses over 1,000 automotive suppliers, many being small and medium-sized businesses with fragile balance sheets that depend on predictable supply chains. Price increases would &#8220;disproportionately&#8221; affect working-class and middle-class families, potentially causing consumers to keep older vehicles longer.
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Why It Matters: Republican opposition to the tariffs is growing. Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) plans to support a resolution to terminate the national emergency declaration used to justify the tariffs, calling them &#8220;a huge mistake.&#8221; Sen.&nbsp;Rand Paul&nbsp;(R-Ky.) and Sen.&nbsp;Thom Tillis&nbsp;(R-N.C.) have <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/04/44578477/gop-senators-call-trumps-25-canada-tariff-a-huge-mistake-as-republican-opposition-grows-markets-fear-economic-disruption">expressed similar concerns</a>.
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, representing General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>), Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), Toyota Motor Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TM#NYSE">TM</a>), Stellantis N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>), and others, has warned that the tariffs will increase vehicle costs for consumers.
Markets have shown volatility amid tariff uncertainty, with technology stocks like Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) driving much of the recent quarterly decline in major indexes.
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Trump's 25% Tariff On Imported Vehicles Could Shatter Detroit's Auto Economy, Warns Business Leaders: 'It Will Hurt Hardworking Americans'

Detroit automakers are attempting to reassure their employees as they work to mitigate challenges posed by President Donald Trump&#8217;s sweeping 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and auto parts set to go<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44560524/auto-stocks-skid-after-trump-shrugs-off-higher-prices-should-you-buy-the-dip"> into effect on Thursday.&nbsp;</a>
What To Know: The Detroit Free Press said it <a href="https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2025/03/30/gm-ford-leaders-assure-employees-companies-future-amid-auto-tariffs/82721842007/">obtained</a> internal memos dated March 27 from both General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) and Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>).
Ford CEO Jim Farley told employees in the memo that the company is still examining <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44517885/trump-slaps-25-tariffs-on-autos-what-it-means-for-your-next-car-purchase">potential impacts </a>from the tariffs, which it expects to be &#8220;likely to be significant." 
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&#8220;While Ford supports the president's vision of building a stronger auto industry and manufacturing base in the United States, the situation is dynamic and the impacts of the tariffs are likely to be significant across our industry — affecting automakers, suppliers, dealers and customers,&#8221; Farley wrote. 
He noted nearly 80% of the vehicles Ford sells in the states are made in the U.S. but, &#8220;this does not mean Ford is immune to the impact of tariffs, which could be meaningful.&#8221;
&#8220;I assure you that our Ford team has been and will continue to engage closely with the Trump administration as well as policymakers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and other markets to help shape these critical trade and policy issues,&#8221; Farley added. 
The Detroit Free Press also reported that it obtained an unsigned internal memo from General Motors which noted the tariffs will have an impact on the company's manufacturing operations and supply chain, though it did not give exact figures or estimates. 
The memo did say GM leadership is planning to keep the company &#8220;nimble based on any tariffs announced by the U.S. administration,&#8221; and the company supports a strong U.S.-based auto industry. 
It also encouraged employees to focus on their work and on managing costs.&nbsp;
&#8220;We are in a strong position to navigate this dynamic situation and will continue to deliver for our customers, employees, and communities. Each of us can contribute by staying focused and delivering on plans for this year, maintaining a disciplined approach and managing discretionary costs,&#8221; the GM memo reads.&nbsp;
What Else: President Trump on Saturday expressed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/03/44552465/trump-unfazed-by-potential-auto-price-hikes-amid-new-tariffs-i-couldnt-care-less">his anticipation </a>for price increases in response to the tariffs on auto imports and reaffirmed his decision to raise tariffs in an effort to boost American manufacturing.
"I couldn't care less if they raise prices, because people are going to start buying American-made cars," Trump stated in an interview <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-says-couldnt-care-less-automakers-raise-prices-tariffs-rcna198731">with</a> NBC News.&nbsp;
GM, F Price Action: General Motors shares ended Monday's session 0.75% higher at $47.03 and Ford shares closed 3.19% higher at $10.03, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>. 
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Ford, GM Executives Address Trump Tariffs In Internal Memos Aimed To Reassure Employees: Report

Investor sentiment was dealt a shock last week when President Donald Trump declared a 25% tariff on auto imports, increasing inflation fears and spooking the markets. Inflation readings were hotter than expected, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/sector-etfs/25/03/44380264/consumer-spending-stumbles-time-to-buy-the-dip-in-retail-etfs">consumer confidence faltered</a> and the national debt outlook worsened.
Despite the volatility in the market, five <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs that managed to perform well</a> deserve a mention:
MicroSectors Gold 3X Leveraged ETNs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHNY#NYSE">SHNY</a>) – This exchange-traded note saw an uptick as investors rushed to gold amid inflation fears and rising global uncertainty.
Weekly Gains: 7.22%
Expense Ratio: 0.95%
GraniteShares 2x Short NVDA Daily ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVD#NASDAQ">NVD</a>) – As AI chip giant Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) ran into headwinds, this leveraged inverse ETF rallied on its pullback.
Weekly Gains: 21%
Expense Ratio: 1.5%
Direxion Daily AI and Big Data Bear 2X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIBD#NYSE">AIBD</a>) – While AI stocks suffered due to general risk-off sentiment, this bear ETF delivered strong returns.
Weekly Gains: 14.4%
Expense Ratio: 1.04%
T-Rex 2X Inverse Ether Daily Target ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETQ#BATS">ETQ</a>) – This inverse Ethereum ETF benefited from the drop in Ether as crypto markets remained volatile.
Weekly Gains: 22.8%
Expense Ratio: 1.25%
iPath Series B S&amp;P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures ETN (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VXX#BATS">VXX</a>) – As uncertainty in the markets rose, volatility climbed, bringing returns for this ETN on short-term VIX futures.
Weekly Gains: 13.14%
Expense Ratio: 0.89%
How Markets Fared Last Week
The news of blanket auto tariffs shook equities, particularly automotive and consumer plays. General Motors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) and Ford (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44520779/stocks-slip-gold-rallies-auto-tariffs-benefit-tesla-rivian-punish-gm-ford-whats-driving-markets-thursday">nosedived as investors worried about higher costs and lower demand</a>. Companies manufacturing domestically, like Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and Rivian (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>), stayed safe.
The broader market was also<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44546899/trumps-25-auto-tariffs-rattle-wall-street-feds-favorite-inflation-gauge-surges-consumer-price-worries-rocket-this-week-in-markets"> low on enthusiasm as trade tensions and higher-than-anticipated inflation</a> readings kept investors cautious. The core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index for February climbed 2.8% from a year earlier, exceeding the expected 2.7%. This led to reconsiderations in the Fed&#8217;s rate-cut path, watering down expectations for early monetary easing.
On Friday, the University of Michigan consumer sentiment survey drew an even more dismal picture, saying Americans see inflation averaging 4.1% over the next five years, the highest level since February 1993. Amid these numbers, consumer confidence fell to its lowest level since November 2022.
Needless to say, safe-haven assets came into favor. Gold prices rose to all-time highs as investors fled to safety from market volatility, while Treasury yields surged as bond markets re-priced the Fed&#8217;s policy expectations.
Meanwhile, the U.S. debt-to-GDP ratio is projected to surpass its World War II peak by 2029 and reach a staggering 156% of GDP by 2055, adding another layer of long-term economic uncertainty.
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Tariffs, Inflation And Tumbling Markets: These 5 ETFs Thrived Amid Last Week's Chaos

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on General Motors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with GM, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for General Motors.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 25% bullish and 62%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $100,100, and 7, calls, for a total amount of $456,601.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $42.0 to $50.0 for General Motors during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for General Motors's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across General Motors's significant trades, within a strike price range of $42.0 to $50.0, over the past month.
<h3>General Motors Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743433303_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

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<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$6.15</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$166.8K</td>
<td>39</td>
<td>278</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$105.8K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>232</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$100.1K</td>
<td>664</td>
<td>201</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/04/25</td>
<td>$1.11</td>
<td>$1.11</td>
<td>$1.11</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$55.1K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$36.0K</td>
<td>257</td>
<td>137</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About General Motors</h3>
General Motors Co. emerged from the bankruptcy of General Motors Corp. (old GM) in July 2009. GM has eight brands and operates under three segments: GM North America, GM International, and GM Financial. The United States now has four brands instead of eight under old GM. The company regained its US market share leadership in 2022, after losing it to Toyota due to the chip shortage in 2021. 2024's share was 17.0%. The Cruise autonomous vehicle arm, which GM now owns outright, previously operated driverless geofenced AV robotaxi services in San Francisco and other cities, but after a 2023 accident, GM decided that it will focus on personal AVs. GM Financial became the company's captive finance arm in 2010 via the purchase of AmeriCredit.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with General Motors, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Where Is General Motors Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 3,381,105, the price of GM is up 0.09% at $46.72. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 29 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for General Motors</h3>
Over the past month, 2 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $50.5.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Piper Sandler keeps a Neutral rating on General Motors with a target price of $48. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JP Morgan continues to hold a Overweight rating for General Motors, targeting a price of $53. 
Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.
If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for General Motors, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.

What the Options Market Tells Us About General Motors

Benzinga examined the prospects for<a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> many investors' favorite stocks</a> over the last week — here's a look at some of our top stories.
U.S. stock markets declined this week amid escalating trade tensions and inflation concerns. The S&amp;P 500 fell 2%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 1.7%, and the Nasdaq Composite decreased by 2.7%, marking one of the worst weeks in recent years.
President Donald Trump's announcement of a 25% tariff on imported automobiles and parts contributed to market volatility. Automotive stocks were notably impacted; General Motors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) tumbled over 7%, and Ford (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) slid 3.9%. Conversely, electric vehicle manufacturers like Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) edged up 0.4%, as their U.S.-based production is less affected by the tariffs.
Beyond the auto sector, economic indicators added to investor unease. The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge, the core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, rose 0.4% in February, bringing the annual rate to 2.8%, above the Fed's 2% target. Additionally, consumer spending data fell short of expectations, exacerbating fears of economic slowdown amid President Trump's tariff policies.
Benzinga provides daily reports on the stocks most popular with investors. Here are a few of this past week's most bullish and bearish posts that are worth another look.

The Bulls
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/25/03/44512999/chevron-hits-52-week-high-warren-buffetts-5th-largest-holding-is-on-fire-but-should-you-buy">"Chevron Hits 52-Week High: Warren Buffett's 5th Largest Holding Is On Fire — But Should You Buy?"</a>, by Surbhi Jain, reports that Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) hit a 52-week high as rising oil prices and Warren Buffett's ongoing support strengthened investor confidence.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/03/44515782/microsoft-halts-expansion-plans-yet-analysts-still-rank-it-among-top-investment-picks">"Microsoft Halts Expansion Plans, Yet Analysts Still Rank It Among Top Investment Picks"</a>, by Anusuya Lahiri, explains why analysts remain bullish on Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) despite the tech giant pausing major data center expansions amid concerns of AI overcapacity.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/upgrades/25/03/44477982/carvana-analyst-says-its-time-to-buy-the-potential-amazon-of-auto-retail">"Carvana Analyst Says It's Time To Buy The Potential ‘Amazon Of Auto Retail'"</a>, by Adam Eckert, reports that Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas upgraded Carvana Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>) from Equal-Weight to Overweight, raising the price target from $260 to $280, citing the company's potential to dominate auto retail akin to Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>).
For additional bullish calls of the past week, check out the following:
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/03/44504468/concentrix-shares-pop-on-strong-q1-results-raised-revenue-guidance">Concentrix Shares Pop On Strong Q1 Results, Raised Revenue Guidance</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/25/03/44517249/stock-of-the-day-will-the-move-higher-in-sysco-continue">Stock Of The Day – Will The Move Higher In Sysco Continue?</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/25/03/44460563/tesla-jumps-10-on-china-fsd-optimism-tariff-easing-hopes">Tesla Jumps 10% On China FSD Optimism, Tariff Easing Hopes</a>

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<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/25/03/44500068/novo-nordisk-stock-sinks-to-52-week-lows-weight-loss-boom-losing-steam">"Novo Nordisk Stock Sinks To 52-Week Lows: Weight Loss Boom Losing Steam?"</a>, by Surbhi Jain, reports that Novo Nordisk A/S (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVO#NYSE">NVO</a>) shares have plunged 44% year-over-year, hitting a 52-week low amid investor concerns over competition from Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) and the company's recent $2 billion acquisition of rights to a Chinese obesity drug.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/25/03/44513787/nike-stock-hits-52-week-lows-is-the-sneaker-king-losing-its-step">"Nike Stock Hits 52-Week Lows: Is The Sneaker King Losing Its Step?"</a>, by Surbhi Jain, shows Nike Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>) tumbling to a 52-week low as slowing sales in China and rising competition challenge the global sneaker giant's dominance.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44475805/homebuilders-kb-home-lennar-cut-prices-as-homebuyer-demand-has-slowed-materially">"Homebuilders KB Home, Lennar Cut Prices As Homebuyer Demand Has Slowed Materially"</a>, by Erica Kollmann, reports that KB Home (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBH#NYSE">KBH</a>) and Lennar Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEN#NYSE">LEN</a>) are reducing home prices and offering incentives as elevated mortgage rates have significantly dampened buyer demand.
For more bearish takes, be sure to see these posts:
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44517020/ev-maker-mullen-automotive-to-further-cut-costs-and-slash-workforce">EV Maker Mullen Automotive To Further Cut Costs And Slash Workforce: Details</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44465410/snow-white-disappoints-at-box-office-will-remake-hurt-disneys-marvel-magic-in-2025">‘Snow White' Disappoints At Box Office: Will Remake Hurt Disney's Marvel Magic In 2025?</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/offerings/25/03/44511664/why-is-teslas-chinese-rival-nio-stock-diving-today">Why Is Tesla's Chinese Rival NIO Stock Diving Today? (UPDATED)</a>

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Benzinga Bulls And Bears: Chevron, Microsoft, Nike — And Tariffs Have Automotive Sector Reeling

Risk sentiment deteriorated sharply in the second half of the week after President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs on imported automobiles, compounding concerns <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44506717/trumps-25-auto-tariff-raises-will-cast-shadow-on-interest-rates-says-economist-tesla-investor-gary-black-says-president-found-further-ways-to-push-the-economy-into-recession-today">about rising inflationary pressures.</a>
On Wednesday evening, the White House revealed plans to impose a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44517885/trump-slaps-25-tariffs-on-autos-what-it-means-for-your-next-car-purchase">25% tariff on auto imports,</a> in addition to a set of reciprocal tariffs expected to be unveiled next week. The administration cited national security risks as the justification for the measures, which may also extend to auto parts by May.
The policy shift sent shockwaves across the automotive industry. Michigan-based giants General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) and Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) posted steep losses in the wake of the announcement. In contrast, Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) — both of which manufacture all their vehicles domestically — proved more resilient.
According to Goldman Sachs estimates, the tariffs could push vehicle prices up by $5,000 to $15,000, adding significant cost <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44515578/trumps-25-tariff-set-to-hike-imported-car-prices-up-to-15000-higher-goldman-sachs-warns">pressure on American consumers.</a>
The market impact didn't stop at autos. Broader sectors were also dragged lower amid fears Trump could escalate trade tensions next week with key commercial partners, especially as the U.S. trade deficit <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44513963/us-gdp-growth-upwardly-revised-in-q4-trade-deficit-slightly-narrows-as-auto-exports-soar-in-february">remains near record highs.</a>
Tariff tensions are now bleeding into inflation data. The Fed's preferred inflation gauge — the core Personal Consumption Expenditures price index — rose 2.8% year-over-year in February, surpassing expectations of 2.7%. The unexpected acceleration further complicates the Federal Reserve's case for near-term rate cuts.
But the worst surprise came Friday. The University of Michigan's consumer survey revised inflation expectations even higher. Americans now expect inflation to average 4.1% over the next five years, up 0.2 percentage points from earlier estimates and the highest <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44537936/consumer-inflation-expectations-skyrocket-in-march-hit-highest-levels-in-32-years">level since February 1993.</a>
Overall consumer sentiment plunged to its lowest level since November 2022, as households grow increasingly uneasy about the labor market outlook.
Amid the prevailing uncertainty, gold reaffirmed its status as a safe-haven asset, climbing to new record highs by week's end.
Meanwhile, the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44524354/us-debt-to-explode-past-world-war-ii-highs-threatens-growth-for-decades-cbo-says">Congressional Budget Office delivered</a> another wake-up call: there&#8217;s no end in sight to America's growing debt burden. The national debt is projected to surpass its World War II peak by 2029, and soar to 156% of GDP by 2055 — with no signs of slowing thereafter.
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44542821/inflation-will-accelerate-in-coming-months-if-april-2-tariffs-take-effect-economist-warns">&#8216;Inflation Will Accelerate In Coming Months&#8217; If April 2 Tariffs Take Effect, Economist Warns</a></li>
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