Ford Says 2013 One of its 'Best Years Ever,' but Challenges Loom in 2014


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Ford (NYSE: F) is roaring into 2014 on a carload of good news.

The automaker beat analysts' expectations with a very strong fourth-quarter earnings report Tuesday. It also announced 2013 to be one of its “best years ever,” with a pre-tax profit of $8.6 billion for last year – an increase of $603 million from 2012.

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The company's total fourth quarter pre-tax profit of $1.3 billion was a decrease of $402 million compared to the same time period a year earlier. But nevertheless it was Ford's 18th consecutive profitable quarter.

Ford says it expects its North American sales to remain strongly profitable as well this year, but at a lower level than in 2013 – due to the launch of 16 all-new or “significantly refreshed” vehicles. It has also scheduled shutdowns at two Ford plants this summer, as the company retools its factories for the new F-150 pickup truck, which features a mostly aluminum body.

Ford also reported a record market share in China, with “breakeven” results in South America and less loss in financially-troubled Europe compared to a year earlier.

Industry experts say the company is very well-positioned to build on its recent achievements.


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