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Consumer CyclicalThe Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company · Auto - Parts · $2B
What is The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company?
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is one of the world's largest tire manufacturers, selling products across consumer, commercial, and industrial markets globally. Incorporated in 1898 and headquartered in Akron, Ohio, Goodyear carries more than a century of brand history.
Goodyear develops, manufactures, and distributes tires for a wide range of vehicles — from passenger cars and trucks to aircraft, motorcycles, and heavy mining equipment. Revenue comes from tire sales under multiple brand names, tire retreading services, chemical and rubber product sales, and automotive repair services through roughly 1,000 retail outlets. Products reach customers through independent dealers, regional distributors, and direct retail channels worldwide.
Goodyear was incorporated in 1898 and remains headquartered in Akron, Ohio.
- Passenger and light truck tires under Goodyear, Cooper, and Dunlop brands
- Commercial truck and off-the-road tire retreading services
- Aviation tires and retreading materials
- Automotive and commercial truck maintenance and repair services
- Chemical and natural rubber products
Is GT a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates GT as Poor overall, placing it among the lower-ranked stocks in the Consumer Cyclical sector.
The one area where GT stands out relative to its pillar profile is Valuation, which is rated Attractive — suggesting the market may already be pricing in the company's challenges, which could interest contrarian-minded investors.
Quality, Moat, Growth, and Risk are all rated Weak, reflecting a business facing structural headwinds, limited competitive differentiation, and meaningful financial vulnerabilities.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does GT pay dividends?
No — The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company does not currently pay a dividend.
Goodyear does not currently pay a dividend. Given the Weak ratings across Quality and Risk pillars, the company appears focused on managing its balance sheet and operational pressures rather than returning cash to shareholders. Income-oriented investors may want to look elsewhere while monitoring whether financial conditions improve.
When does GT report earnings?
Goodyear Tire & Rubber reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, consistent with standard practice for US-listed equities.
The company's Weak Growth and Quality pillar ratings suggest earnings results have faced pressure from cost structures, competitive dynamics, and broader demand cycles in the tire industry. Investors should watch for commentary on pricing power and debt management.
For the most recent quarter's results and upcoming reporting dates, visit Goodyear's official investor relations page.
GT Price History
-63.9% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company?
Based on The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company's historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
GT Long-term Outlook
With Weak ratings across Growth, Quality, and Risk, GT's near-term fundamental outlook carries meaningful uncertainty. The Attractive Valuation label indicates the stock trades at a discount relative to its fundamentals, but that discount may reflect genuine structural challenges rather than a simple mispricing. Improvement in any of the weaker pillars — particularly Risk or Quality — would be a meaningful signal for long-term investors to watch.
Growth drivers
- Potential volume recovery in commercial and consumer tire demand as vehicle miles traveled stabilize
- Ongoing integration of the Cooper Tire brand portfolio expanding addressable market reach
- Retreading and services segment providing recurring revenue alongside tire sales
Key risks
- High debt load and Weak Risk pillar rating create vulnerability to rising interest rates or demand downturns
- Limited pricing power in a commoditized tire market with strong private-label competition
- Raw material cost volatility affecting margins across the manufacturing base
GT vs Peers
Goodyear operates in a competitive automotive components landscape alongside several other mid-cap players.
Adient focuses on automotive seating systems rather than tires, competing for the same vehicle-lifecycle spending but in a distinct product category.
Versigent operates in the automotive components space, offering a different product mix that competes for investor attention within the Consumer Cyclical sector.
Visteon specializes in automotive cockpit electronics, representing a higher-technology segment of the auto parts market compared to Goodyear's tire-focused business.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Goodyear Tire & Rubber do?
Goodyear develops, manufactures, and sells tires for cars, trucks, aircraft, motorcycles, and heavy industrial equipment. The company also provides tire retreading services, sells rubber and chemical products, and operates roughly 1,000 retail outlets offering automotive maintenance and repair services worldwide.
Does GT pay dividends?
Goodyear does not currently pay a dividend. The company's financial profile, as reflected in its Weak Quality and Risk pillar ratings, suggests capital is being directed toward managing operational and balance sheet pressures rather than shareholder distributions.
When does GT report earnings?
Goodyear reports earnings quarterly, in line with standard US-listed company practice. For exact upcoming reporting dates, check Goodyear's investor relations page directly, as our data source does not cover specific future earnings dates.
Is GT a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates GT as Poor overall. While the Valuation pillar is rated Attractive — suggesting a discounted price — the Quality, Moat, Growth, and Risk pillars are all rated Weak. That combination warrants careful consideration before investing. See the full breakdown on UQS Score.
Is GT overvalued?
Based on the UQS Valuation pillar, GT is rated Attractive, meaning it does not appear overvalued relative to its fundamentals. However, a low valuation in the context of Weak Quality and Risk ratings may reflect genuine business challenges rather than a hidden opportunity.
How does GT compare to its competitors?
GT competes in the broader Consumer Cyclical and automotive components space alongside companies like Adient, Versigent, and Visteon. Each operates in a different product niche within the vehicle ecosystem. UQS Score provides side-by-side pillar comparisons for Pro members.
What is GT's market cap bracket?
Goodyear Tire & Rubber is classified as a mid-cap company. This places it in a segment of the market that typically carries more volatility than large-cap peers but more liquidity than small-cap stocks.
Who founded Goodyear Tire & Rubber?
Goodyear was founded by Frank Seiberling in 1898 in Akron, Ohio. The company was named after Charles Goodyear, the inventor of vulcanized rubber, though he had no direct involvement in founding the business.
Is GT a long-term quality stock?
As a long-term quality indicator, GT's UQS profile raises caution. Weak ratings across Quality, Moat, and Growth suggest the business lacks the durable competitive advantages and earnings consistency that typically support long-term compounding. The Attractive Valuation may limit downside, but it does not offset structural concerns.
What is the main competitive advantage of Goodyear?
Goodyear's primary advantages are its global brand recognition — spanning names like Goodyear, Cooper, Dunlop, and others — and its extensive distribution network of dealers, distributors, and retail outlets. However, the UQS Moat pillar rates these advantages as Weak relative to sector peers.
What sector does GT belong to?
GT is classified in the Consumer Cyclical sector. This means its business performance tends to be sensitive to broader economic conditions, consumer spending trends, and vehicle production cycles — all of which can amplify both upside and downside volatility.
Is GT a growth stock or value stock?
Based on UQS pillar labels, GT does not fit neatly into either category. The Growth pillar is rated Weak, indicating limited earnings or revenue expansion. The Valuation pillar is rated Attractive, which has value-stock characteristics — but the overall Poor UQS Score tempers that framing.
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GT — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | 28.2 | 12.0 | 18.0 | 28.4 | 5.3 | 95.1 | -0.1 |
| May 14, 2026 | 28.3 | 12.0 | 18.0 | 28.3 | 5.3 | 95.4 | -0.1 |
| May 12, 2026 | 28.4 | 12.0 | 18.0 | 28.5 | 5.3 | 95.8 | -3.5 |
| May 8, 2026 | 31.9 | 4.0 | 18.0 | 28.5 | 37.7 | 100.0 | +2.8 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 29.1 | 12.6 | 18.0 | 28.6 | 5.6 | 99.2 | 0.0 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | 29.1 | 12.6 | 18.0 | 28.6 | 5.6 | 99.1 | 0.0 |
| Apr 21, 2026 | 29.1 | 12.6 | 18.0 | 28.6 | 5.6 | 99.2 | 0.0 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | 29.1 | 12.6 | 18.0 | 28.5 | 5.6 | 99.3 | 0.0 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | 29.1 | 12.6 | 18.0 | 28.5 | 5.6 | 99.4 | -0.1 |
| Apr 2, 2026 | 29.2 | 12.6 | 18.0 | 28.5 | 5.6 | 100.0 | — |
GT — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 12.0/100 (25%)The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.
Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 28.4/100 (20%)The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.
Year-over-year earnings per share growth.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.
Risk
— 5.3/100 (15%)The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Total debt relative to shareholder equity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 95.5/100 (15%)The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.
Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.
P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.
Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.
Moat
— 18/100 (25%)The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for GT.
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How is the GT UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
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