Archer Aviation vs. MP Materials: Which Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares two industrial growth stocks: Archer Aviation, which is developing electric air-taxi aircraft with FAA certification hurdles ahead, and MP Materials, the only fully integrated rare earth producer in the U.S. with government backing. While Archer shows promise in urban air mobility, it faces massive cash burn ($618M net loss in FY2025) with minimal revenue. MP Materials, despite also being unprofitable ($85.9M net loss), demonstrates stronger fundamentals with $275.5M in revenue (35% growth) and critical partnerships with GM, Apple, and the Pentagon. The author recommends MP Materials as the better 2026 investment due to its current market relevance and government support.

07/30/2026, 8:22 PM • The Motley Fool

122,000 Reasons to Believe This Turnaround Story Stock Will Soar

Stellantis' North America region showed strong momentum with 122,000 units of shipment growth in Q2, driven by new vehicle launches including Ram and Jeep models. The company is investing $70 billion globally with 60% focused on North America to drive a turnaround. However, much of the shipment spike was due to inventory buildup ahead of planned factory shutdowns, while actual U.S. retail sales grew only 6%, suggesting the growth may be partially inflated.

07/29/2026, 4:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Archer Aviation vs. Ford Motor: Are Electric Planes or Automobiles a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares Archer Aviation, a pre-commercial electric aircraft manufacturer, with Ford Motor, an established automotive giant transitioning to EVs. Archer faces FAA certification hurdles and massive cash burn ($618.2M net loss on $300K revenue in FY2025) but benefits from regulatory frameworks and a United Airlines partnership. Ford generates $174B in revenue but reported an $8.2B net loss in FY2025 amid EV transition costs. The author recommends Ford as the safer long-term investment due to its established scale and rock-bottom valuation, despite Archer's disruptive potential.

07/25/2026, 2:25 PM • The Motley Fool

Why This Forgotten Global Automaker Could Outperform Rivals Over the Next 5 Years

Stellantis stock has declined 70% over three years and now trades below Rivian despite being a global automaker with millions in annual shipments. However, the company's $70 billion turnaround strategy, focusing 60% of spending on North America and investing heavily in profitable Jeep and Ram brands, shows early signs of success with 38% shipment growth in Q2. Analysts believe the stock could outperform rivals GM and Ford over the next 3-5 years as new product launches gain traction.

07/22/2026, 8:05 PM • The Motley Fool

GM Raised Its 2026 Profit Outlook to as Much as $16 Billion -- the Second Raise This Year. Here's the Part of the Business That Turned.

General Motors raised its 2026 profit outlook for the second time this year, expecting adjusted EBIT of $14-16 billion. The improvement is driven by steady vehicle pricing, falling warranty costs, and significantly reduced EV losses as the company completes its electric vehicle restructuring. Q2 adjusted earnings per share rose 41% year-over-year despite a 31% net income decline due to one-time EV charges. At roughly 6x guided earnings, GM appears undervalued.

07/22/2026, 4:23 PM • The Motley Fool

Stock Market Today, July 21: Micron Surges 12% as Semiconductor Strength Lifts Nasdaq

Major stock indices gained on July 21, 2026, with the Nasdaq rising 1.29%, S&P 500 up 0.89%, and Dow Jones adding 0.74%. Semiconductor stocks led the rally, with Micron surging 12% and SanDisk soaring 14%. AMD gained 8% following its AI deal with Microsoft, while General Motors and AeroVironment also posted gains. The rally occurred despite geopolitical tensions and tariff concerns, with strong AI demand from South Korea supporting chip stocks.

07/21/2026, 5:03 PM • The Motley Fool

SpaceX Stock Is Down 40% From Its Post-IPO Peak. Here's What History Says Happens to Mega-IPOs After a Drop Like This.

SpaceX stock has fallen 40% from its post-IPO peak and trades below its $135 IPO price. Historical analysis of mega-IPOs like Visa, Meta, General Motors, and Rivian shows mixed results, with most experiencing early declines before recovering over time. However, few mega-IPOs have delivered exceptional returns, suggesting investors may find better opportunities in lower-profile IPOs with strong fundamentals.

07/21/2026, 4:29 PM • The Motley Fool

This Detroit Auto Stock Has Soared, but There's Still One Nagging Problem: China

General Motors has significantly outperformed rivals Ford and Stellantis due to strong cash flow and buybacks, but faces a major challenge in China where operations have deteriorated from a profit engine to a financial liability. GM has taken $5+ billion in charges and restructuring costs since 2024, with sales declining 20% in Q2 2026. The company is attempting a turnaround with new EV strategies and export hub development, with a critical joint venture contract expiring in 2027.

07/17/2026, 5:10 AM • The Motley Fool

Investors Should Stop Overlooking the World's Top 3 Auto Stocks

The article highlights three automotive stocks positioned to outperform the market: Ferrari, known for luxury brand status and 50%+ gross margins; BYD, which surpassed Tesla in EV sales through vertical integration and cost efficiency; and General Motors, leveraging full-size truck/SUV dominance and high-margin subscription services like OnStar and Super Cruise.

07/16/2026, 9:05 AM • The Motley Fool

Global Electric Vehicle Market to Reach US$2.74 Trillion in 2026 as Charging and Battery Investment Accelerates

The global EV market is projected to reach US$2.74 trillion in 2026, growing at 9.0% annually, driven by regulatory changes, charging infrastructure investment, and battery supply-chain development. Chinese automakers are intensifying international competition, while battery sourcing and regional manufacturing become strategic priorities. Major players are forming strategic alliances to compete on affordable EVs, software capabilities, and charging networks.

07/14/2026, 12:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Ally Financial's Margin Is About to Get a Tailwind as High-Cost Deposits Roll Off. Is the Digital Bank a Buy?

Ally Financial is positioned for margin expansion as $18 billion in high-yield CDs mature in 2026 and can be replaced with lower-rate funding. The digital bank reported strong Q1 results with 8% net financing revenue growth, 24% expense reduction, and improved net interest margin of 3.5%. Trading at just 11x earnings and 8x forward earnings, Ally appears undervalued with tailwinds from auto loan originations and credit quality improvements.

07/10/2026, 4:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Micron Technology Is Quietly Setting Up for a Strong Earnings Catalyst

Micron Technology has signed strategic long-term supply agreements with General Motors and Ford Motor Company for automotive memory chips, with the company indicating it has 16 such deals in total. These multiyear contracts tied to Micron's $2 billion fab modernization could reduce the cyclical volatility of the memory business by converting spot market sales into predictable backlog, potentially providing investors with early signals of future demand ahead of earnings reports.

07/09/2026, 6:05 PM • The Motley Fool

With 6 Months Wrapped Up, Ford Is Losing a Race It Rarely Loses

Ford's F-150 has lost its position as the best-selling vehicle in the U.S. for the first half of 2026, trailing Honda's CR-V due to aluminum supply disruptions caused by two supplier plant fires. While Ford estimates F-150 sales at just under 210,000 units, Honda's CR-V surged to 226,114 units with strong hybrid demand and high inventory turnover. Ford expects to recover approximately $1 billion of its $1.5-2 billion EBIT loss through additional production shifts in the second half of 2026.

07/07/2026, 6:05 PM • The Motley Fool

Why Micron Stock Is Plummeting Today

Micron stock fell 9.6% on July 1, 2026, as investors rotated out of AI chip stocks into AI software stocks. Despite the decline and no negative company news, Micron announced a new partnership with General Motors to supply memory chips and storage platforms for vehicle production, which represents a positive long-term contract win.

07/01/2026, 2:11 PM • The Motley Fool

The Simplest Graph Shows Exactly Why GM Is a Big Buy -- but There's 1 Huge Drawback

General Motors has broken free from historically low automaker valuations, matching Ferrari's lofty P/E multiples through aggressive share buybacks ($30 billion over five years) and strong free cash flow generation ($53 billion since 2021). However, the strategy's effectiveness may diminish as GM's stock becomes more expensive, making future buybacks less accretive. Meanwhile, Ford lags in valuation despite strong dividends and new energy initiatives, hampered by quality and recall issues.

07/01/2026, 1:30 PM • The Motley Fool