Ford Slumps 0.78% on Production Woes as $970M Volume Ranks 136th

Ford Motor Co. (F) closed down 0.78% on October 10, 2025, with a trading volume of $970 million, ranking 136th among U.S. equities. The decline followed mixed signals from production updates and supply chain developments that impacted investor sentiment toward the automaker’s near-term operational visibility.

Reports highlighted ongoing challenges in stabilizing production at key North American plants, with delays in resolving component shortages affecting output forecasts. Analysts noted that while the company maintained its full-year guidance, the pace of progress in scaling EV production and battery partnerships remained under scrutiny. These factors contributed to cautious positioning among institutional investors, with reduced open interest in short-term options contracts observed during the session.

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