Key facts
- General Motors is increasing its investment in Brazil by 3.5 billion reais ($674.88 million).
- The total planned investment in Brazil will reach 10.5 billion reais by 2028.
- The investment will focus on hybrid vehicles, factory modernization, and technology incorporation.
- GM reported $12.7 billion in adjusted EBIT for the full year 2025.
- The company's North America market share reached its highest level in a decade in 2025.
- GM's capital expenditure guidance for 2026/2027 is $10 billion to $12 billion annually.
General Motors announced on Wednesday an additional investment of 3.5 billion reais, equivalent to approximately $674.88 million, in its Brazilian operations. This expansion increases GM's total planned investment in the country to 10.5 billion reais by 2028, marking a 50% boost to its commitment.
The funds are earmarked for the company's facilities in Sao Paulo state and will support the renewal of the Chevrolet portfolio, the integration of new technologies including hybrid vehicles, and the modernization of its factories. The investment also aims to enhance engineering and manufacturing capabilities, create skilled jobs, and improve the competitiveness of Brazil's automotive sector.
In its Q4 2025 earnings, GM reported adjusted earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) of $12.7 billion, reaching the high end of its guidance. The company achieved its highest North America market share in a decade and maintained dealer inventory below its target range. GM also incurred $7.6 billion in EV-related restructuring charges and saw its OnStar service grow to 12 million subscribers. Looking ahead, GM projects deferred revenue from software and services to reach $7.5 billion by year-end 2026 and anticipates annual capital expenditures of $10 billion to $12 billion for 2026 and 2027.