Hyundai Motor has announced upwardly revised revenue expectations for 2025, projecting a 5-6% increase. This positive outlook comes despite the company simultaneously lowering its projected operating profit margin to 6-7%, a decrease attributed to ongoing US tariffs. The revised figures represent a significant change from the previously anticipated 7-8% operating profit margin and a 3 percentage point increase in revenue growth. These announcements were made ahead of Hyundai's first-ever investor day outside of South Korea, held in New York City and led by CEO Jose Munoz. The event marks a significant milestone for the company and its new leadership. Alongside the financial updates, Hyundai reaffirmed its ambitious long-term growth strategy, aiming to achieve 5.55 million annual sales by 2030 – a substantial 34% increase from its 2024 sales figures. The timing of the investor day is noteworthy, coinciding with recent challenges faced by Hyundai, including a large-scale immigration raid at a jointly owned battery plant in Georgia with LG Energy Solution. The raid resulted in the arrest of hundreds of workers, many of whom were South Korean nationals. This incident highlights the complexities of international business operations and potential geopolitical risks that can impact corporate performance. Despite these headwinds, Hyundai remains confident in its ability to deliver strong financial results and achieve its ambitious growth targets in the years ahead.
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Originally published at: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/09/18/2025-hyundai-investor-event.html
