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John Rosevear

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John Rosevear is a Senior Contributing Motley Fool Auto Analyst covering publicly traded companies in the auto industry and issues affecting the global economy. John is a former CNBC reporter covering electric vehicle makers and the future of the auto industry. He also spent several years at Fidelity Investments in various communications and investor education roles. He holds a B.A. in Government from Cornell University. Fun fact: John once spent an entire day sitting on the floor of Peter Lynch's office — and yes, Lynch was there at the time!

Recent Articles by John Rosevear

Feb 8, 2016 by John Rosevear

Is General Motors' Growth Slipping in China?

GM had a decent result in January. But several rivals posted outsized gains thanks to a quirk in the Chinese calendar. Is GM's momentum starting to slip?

Feb 8, 2016 by John Rosevear

Why Ford's China Sales Jump Might Be Less Than It Looks

Ford's sales in China jumped 36% in January. But a quirk of the Chinese calendar might have had a lot to do with the results, and Ford shareholders should be cautious about these numbers.

Feb 7, 2016 by John Rosevear

Toyota Earnings Rise 4.7% on Cost Reductions as Sales Slip

With exchange-rate moves no longer providing a windfall, and with global sales down slightly, Toyota is finding profit gains the old-fashioned way: cost-cutting.

Feb 7, 2016 by John Rosevear

How General Motors Is Preparing for the Next Recession

GM's chief financial officer explained this past week just how GM is already preparing for the next U.S. downturn -- whenever it happens.

Feb 7, 2016 by John Rosevear

Booming Subaru Sales Drive Big Profits for Fuji Heavy Industries

The owner of automaker Subaru said that its operating profit jumped 21% in the third quarter, on strong U.S. sales and favorable exchange-rate swings.

Feb 7, 2016 by John Rosevear

Why General Motors Thinks U.S. Auto Sales Haven't Peaked

U.S. auto sales hit record levels last year. GM's chief financial officer argues that 2015 wasn't a peak, but rather the beginning of a "plateau", with a few more years of good sales yet to come. Here's his case.

Feb 5, 2016 by John Rosevear

Volkswagen Postpones its 2015 Earnings Report: What it Means

In a terse statement on Friday, the embattled German automaker said that it would delay reporting its fourth quarter and full-year 2015 earnings to an unspecified future date. Here's the likely reason behind that announcement.

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Nov 27, 2018 by John Rosevear

Why Record Auto Sales Have Investors Worried

U.S. auto sales hit record levels last year. Automakers are reporting huge profits. So, why did so many auto stocks get clobbered last month? Here's the reason.

Feb 4, 2016 by John Rosevear

Sales and Profits Are Up, but Ford Is Cutting Jobs in Europe

After a big restructuring effort, Ford Europe turned its first profit in four years in 2015. But instead of declaring victory, CEO Mark Fields has ordered more restructuring, including job cuts. What's the story?

Feb 4, 2016 by John Rosevear

A 22% Profit Jump for Mercedes-Benz Parent Daimler AG

Mercedes-Benz sales remain very strong around the world. That drove Daimler to a big profit gain in the fourth quarter and a record 2015.

Feb 3, 2016 by John Rosevear

Toyota Is Ending the Scion Brand: What It Means

Toyota's youth-oriented Scion brand will be discontinued later this year, and existing (and future) Scion models will be rebranded as Toyotas, the company said on Wednesday. Here's why, and what Toyota might be planning next.

Feb 3, 2016 by John Rosevear

General Motors Earnings: Profits Up as New Products Shine

GM's net income jumped 17% as key new products drove sales and profitability gains in the U.S. and China.

Feb 3, 2016 by John Rosevear

General Motors' Profit Jumps 17% on Gains in U.S. and China

GM sold a lot of high-profit trucks and SUVs during the fourth quarter, and not just in the United States. But there's more to GM's very good 2015 story, as CEO Mary Barra positions the General for a strong future.

Feb 2, 2016 by John Rosevear

The Troubling Trend in Toyota's Sales Numbers

The Japanese giant had a very tough month in the U.S. in January. It's just one month, but for investors, there are some troubling trends emerging in Toyota's sales numbers.

Feb 2, 2016 by John Rosevear

Volkswagen's U.S. Sales Are Hammered Again as the Diesel Scandal Lingers

With their brand tarnished by a global emissions cheating scandal -- and with no diesel VWs to sell for now -- Volkswagen's U.S. dealers had a tough month in January.

Feb 2, 2016 by John Rosevear

General Motors: Retail Sales Are Still Growing

GM's U.S. sales in January were essentially flat year over year. But GM says its retail sales growth is looking much better, while it's moving to cut back on less-profitable fleet sales.

Feb 2, 2016 by John Rosevear

Why Ferrari's Shares Spun Out and Crashed Today

Ferrari had a great year in 2015. But the supercar maker's many new investors didn't like its conservative guidance for 2016, and shares closed down over 12%.

Feb 2, 2016 by John Rosevear

Ferrari Earnings: 2015 Was the Best Year Ever

The newly independent supercar maker had a record year in 2015. But it also picked up a lot of debt from its former owner and expects only modest growth in 2016.

Feb 2, 2016 by John Rosevear

Ford's U.S. Sales Slipped in January, but Pricing Remained Strong

Ford's U.S. sales dropped 3% in January, even as both of its Detroit rivals managed gains. Is it time for Ford investors to be concerned?

Feb 2, 2016 by John Rosevear

What to Expect When General Motors Company Reports Earnings

GM is set to report its fourth-quarter and full-year 2015 earnings on Wednesday, Feb. 3. Here's a look at how things are likely to shape up for the General.

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