About General Motors Company (GM)
General Motors Company is a Auto Manufacturers company operating in the Consumer Cyclical sector.
GM trades on the US stock exchanges (NYSE/NASDAQ) and is classified as a large-cap stock .
Key Statistics
- Current Price
- $87.40
- Market Cap
- $74.20B
- 52-Week High
- $91.85
- 52-Week Low
- $66.75
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Auto Manufacturers
$1,000 Invested in General Motors Company (GM)
How much would $1,000 invested in GM be worth today?
What would $1,000 invested in GM 1 year ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in General Motors Company (GM) in 2025 would be worth $1,284 as of November 2026, representing a +28.4% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in GM 3 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in General Motors Company (GM) in 2023 would be worth $3,155 as of November 2026, representing a +215.5% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in GM 5 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in General Motors Company (GM) in 2021 would be worth $1,579 as of November 2026, representing a +57.9% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in GM 10 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in General Motors Company (GM) in 2016 would be worth $3,289 as of November 2026, representing a +228.9% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in GM at IPO be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in General Motors Company (GM) at IPO would be worth $3,451 as of November 2026, representing a +245.1% total return.
Monthly Returns Heatmap
Over the past 15+ years (191 months), General Motors Company (GM) has averaged a monthly return of +1.07% with a median return of +0.63%. The stock had 100 positive months (52%) and 91 negative months (48%). The best month in GM's history was October 2011 with a +28.1% return, while the worst was March 2020 at -31.0%. Historically, October tends to be the strongest month (averaging +8.7%), and March the weakest (-2.8%).
GM's longest winning streak was 7 consecutive months of gains, while its longest losing streak was 5 consecutive months of losses. The best full year was 2025 with a cumulative return of +46.6%, and the worst was 2011 at -50.9%.
Annual Returns
Over 16 years of trading history, General Motors Company (GM) has delivered an average annual return of +11.98% with a median return of +11.11%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is +7.54%. The stock posted gains in 12 years (75%) and losses in 4 years (25%).
GM's best year was 2025 with a +54.24% gain, while the worst was 2011 at -45.01%. The longest streak of consecutive positive years was 4, and the longest losing streak was 1 years. GM achieved double-digit gains (10%+) in 8 years. It suffered double-digit losses in 4 years.
| Year | Return | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +8.19% | $80.79 | $87.40 |
| 2025 | +54.24% | $52.38 | $80.79 |
| 2024 | +49.84% | $34.95 | $52.38 |
| 2023 | +7.92% | $32.39 | $34.95 |
| 2022 | -42.36% | $56.20 | $32.39 |
| 2021 | +40.80% | $39.91 | $56.20 |
| 2020 | +15.16% | $34.66 | $39.91 |
| 2019 | +14.02% | $30.40 | $34.66 |
| 2018 | -15.06% | $35.78 | $30.40 |
| 2017 | +22.51% | $29.21 | $35.78 |
| 2016 | +7.46% | $27.18 | $29.21 |
| 2015 | +1.52% | $26.78 | $27.18 |
| 2014 | -11.56% | $30.28 | $26.78 |
| 2013 | +41.76% | $21.36 | $30.28 |
| 2012 | +42.23% | $15.02 | $21.36 |
| 2011 | -45.01% | $27.31 | $15.02 |
Frequently Asked Questions: GM
What sector is GM in? ▼
GM operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically in the Auto Manufacturers industry. This sector includes retail, automotive, entertainment, and other consumer discretionary businesses.
How has GM performed historically? ▼
Over 16 years of trading history, GM has posted gains in 12 years (75% of the time). The best year was 2025 with a +54.2% return. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
How can I invest in GM? ▼
You can invest in GM through any brokerage account that offers access to US stock exchanges. Popular options include commission-free brokers like Fidelity, Charles Schwab, or Robinhood (US), or international brokers like Interactive Brokers. You can buy individual shares or invest through ETFs that hold GM.
Last updated: 11/1/2026