Paul Jacobson

Paul Jacobson

executive United States

Paul Jacobson is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of General Motors (GM), where he plays a crucial role in overseeing the company's financial strategy and operations. With a background in finance and extensive experience in the automotive industry, Jacobson has been involved in critical decisions regarding GM's response to market challenges, including the potential impact of tariffs on vehicles and parts. Recently, he highlighted the possibility of relocating plants if U.S. tariffs on automobiles become permanent, indicating the significant financial and operational implications such policies could have on the company.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
23,288
Power
1,042$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 1 5.00 0.06% +0% 38,005,238 23,288 $1,700,000 1,042$
Totals 1 38,005,238 23,288 $1,700,000 1,042$
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Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: GM’s chief financial officer Paul Jacobson discusses the financial impact of tariffs. 5

The Globe and Mail: GM’s second-quarter profit tumbles on $1.1-billion cost from Trump’s tariffs

Canada Canada: GM’s finance chief, Paul Jacobson, told analysts last week that the automaker was not expecting imminent price increases. 6

The Globe and Mail: Ford hikes prices on three of its Mexico-produced models, citing tariffs

Canada Canada: Paul Jacobson, GM's chief financial officer, cautioned that mitigating tariff exposure will take time. 5

The Globe and Mail: General Motors cuts profit outlook on tariff exposure risk

United States United States: G.M.’s chief financial officer, Paul Jacobson, said the company now expected new vehicle prices to rise 0.5 percent to 1 percent this year. 6

The New York Times: GM Cuts Profit Forecast by 20% and Says Auto Tariffs Will Cost It Billions

United States United States: General Motors CFO Paul Jacobson expressed uncertainty about the future of trade policy affecting production decisions. 5

CNN: Auto tariffs are now in effect. What it means for America - and you

United States United States: General Motors CFO Paul Jacobson told investors that the company has too many questions about the future of trade policy to make decisions about new plants. 5

CNN: Automakers aren’t rushing to move production to US factories to avoid tariffs

United States United States: Paul Jacobson, General Motors finance chief, discussed the potential impacts of a permanent tariff. 5

The New York Times: Opinion | Trump’s Tariff Threats Are Driving Carmakers Crazy