
TSE:MG
This summary was created by AI, based on 5 opinions in the last 12 months.
Magna International (MG-T) has had a tumultuous journey, with heavy investments in electric vehicles (EVs) in 2021 not yielding the expected demand, resulting in significant challenges and the impact of tariffs. However, the company has managed to address its issues with Chinese OEMs and is currently experiencing a notable market share increase in smart door handles and driverless systems. Recent financial results have surprised analysts positively, indicating a strong recovery, although concerns over the continuity of this momentum exist due to potential headwinds from the CUSMA agreement. The auto supply chain’s complexities suggest that investors should assess the cyclical nature of the industry carefully while considering ownership of the stock, especially as it could face further volatility tied to economic conditions and tariff discussions.
The car cycle has always been a cyclical business. Thinks we are now in the process of working off the pent-up demand. We are running around 16 million units which is a little bit above the historical averages. While there is a growth in employment income, there are still an awful lot of unemployed people in the US. Feels we are in an advanced stage of the car cycle. Traditionally this company has been a good manufacturer.
Made some great purchases through the recession. It got them more market share. They sell globally and are doing well in North America. Numbers getting better in Europe as well. They have virtually no debt. They could take on 2-4 Billion more debt to make an acquisition. They could grow earnings. Trades at a discount to other parts companies. Continue to buy it.
Has held this for quite a long time and it has done extremely well. Has a lot of respect for it as a leading global auto parts company. Had a great run over the last year, but despite that, it is still cheap. Trading at about 10.5X 2015 earnings. Pays 1.5% yield. Clean balance sheet. Growing their business in all areas of the world. Europe looks like it has finally bottomed and is coming up. Has a target of $130.
A Top Pick (May 2/13. Up 96.67%.) Still likes this. Thinks it is going to $140 over the next year. World’s 4th largest auto plant manufacturer. Management is doing a great job.