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One NYSE - Listed Automobile Manufacturers Company Under Radar - TM

Jul 23, 2025 | Team Kalkine
One NYSE - Listed Automobile Manufacturers Company Under Radar - TM
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Toyota Motor Corporation

Toyota Motor Corporation (NYSE: TM) is a Japan-based enterprise mainly involved in the automotive industry, while also operating in financial services and various other business sectors.

Key Financial Updates:

  • Strong Quarterly Growth for TMNA: Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) reported robust sales performance in the second quarter of 2025, with total vehicle sales reaching 666,469 units. This marks a 7.2 percent increase both on a volume and daily selling rate (DSR) basis compared to the same period in 2024. Notably, electrified vehicle sales surged to 320,817 units during the quarter, reflecting a 29.7 percent growth on both volume and DSR metrics, and representing 48.1 percent of TMNA’s total sales volume.
  • Toyota Division Drives Growth: The Toyota division demonstrated solid performance, recording second-quarter sales of 570,546 vehicles, up 7.1 percent on both volume and DSR terms. The division’s electrified vehicle sales soared 32.7 percent year-over-year to 285,793 units. In June alone, Toyota sold 165,174 vehicles, showing a marginal 0.2 percent increase on a volume basis and a more notable 8.6 percent rise on a DSR basis.
  • Lexus Division Maintains Positive Momentum: Lexus division recorded second-quarter sales of 95,923 vehicles, representing an 8.1 percent increase on both volume and DSR metrics. Electrified vehicle sales for the quarter totaled 35,025 units, reflecting a 9.7 percent rise. Despite a 0.9 percent dip in June sales on a volume basis, Lexus saw a 7.3 percent increase on a DSR basis, with 10,237 electrified units sold, up 0.6 percent from the previous year.
  • June Sales Trends Show Mixed Results: TMNA’s overall June sales rose marginally by 0.1 percent on a volume basis, driven largely by its electrified offerings. A total of 90,426 electrified vehicles were sold during the month, marking a 6.7 percent increase and accounting for 46.8 percent of the month’s total sales. This highlights a growing consumer preference for electrified options across both Toyota and Lexus brands.
  • Electrified Lineup Expands Market Reach: With a combined portfolio of 32 electrified vehicle models available across Toyota and Lexus showrooms, TMNA boasts the largest electrified lineup among all automakers. This extensive range has contributed significantly to the company’s strong performance in both the quarter and the month of June, with electrified vehicles accounting for nearly half of all units sold.
  • Model-Specific Highlights from Toyota: Several Toyota models experienced remarkable sales growth in the second quarter. The Sienna posted a substantial 73.9 percent increase, followed by the Tacoma at 48.4 percent and the Grand Highlander at 31.3 percent. Camry and GR Corolla also performed well, registering 10.6 percent and 17.4 percent growth respectively, underscoring consumer interest in both traditional and performance-oriented models.
  • Lexus Sees Gains in Key SUV Models: Lexus experienced strong sales momentum in its SUV lineup during the second quarter. The GX saw the most significant gain with an 82.7 percent increase, followed by the TX at 32.9 percent, the LX at 22.1 percent, and the NX at 15.6 percent. These results reflect a solid shift in customer demand toward premium electrified and utility vehicles under the Lexus brand.

Technical Observation (on the daily chart):

Toyota Motor Corp’s stock witnessed a strong bullish breakout, surging 13.57% on high volume. The price moved decisively above both the 21-day and 50-day moving averages, signaling a potential trend reversal. With the RSI entering overbought territory at 72.16, short-term consolidation may occur, but the momentum suggests continued upside potential.

In the second quarter of 2025, Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) delivered strong performance with total sales rising 7.2% year-over-year, driven by surging demand for electrified vehicles, which accounted for nearly half of total sales. Both Toyota and Lexus divisions contributed to the growth, with electrified sales up 32.7% and 9.7% respectively. TMNA’s expansive lineup of 32 electrified models—the most among full-line automakers—along with robust gains in key models like the Sienna, Tacoma, GX, and TX, underscores its strategic focus on electrification and product diversity to meet evolving consumer preferences.

As per the above-mentioned price action, recent key business and financial updates, momentum in the stock over the last month, and technical indicators analysis, a ‘Buy’ rating has been given to Toyota Motor Corporation (NYSE: TM) at the current market price of USD 193.05 as of July 23,2025 at 9:30 AM PDT. 

Individuals can evaluate the stock based on the support and resistance levels provided in the report in case of keen interest taking into consideration the risk-reward scenario. 

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Note 1: Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Note 2: The reference date for all price data, currency, technical indicators, support, and resistance level is July 23,2025. The reference data in this report has been partly sourced from REFINITIV.

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