Finally, Ford Is Free of the Overhang That Caused It to Lose Billions
Many investors forget that the Novelis aluminum supplier factory fire hindered Ford's most profitable product. Now, finally, there's good news, and the automaker can start regaining lost production.
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If you've ever looked into Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) as a potential investment, you should certainly understand how important its bread-and-butter F-Series truck line is to its bottom line. If there's one factor for Ford to remain stable, it's the F-Series' ability to sell well, maintain strong margins in a low-margin industry, and keep customers loyal and coming back.
Let's take a quick look at what massive F-Series speed bump cost the company billions, how it finally moved to recouping lost sales, and a stark look at just how much the F-Series means to the automaker. Hint: It is perhaps valued more than the company itself.
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Originally published at www.fool.com.