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SEC filingGoodyear reported a materially weaker Q1 2026, with revenue down 8.7% and net income swinging to a $249M loss, driven by portfolio simplification—including the Chemical business sale—and ongoing rationalization programs aimed at improving global competitiveness.
Gross profit was $693.0M (−6.4% YoY), yet gross margin held steady at 17.9%. This stability suggests underlying operational discipline: despite lower revenue and production scale, Goodyear maintained pricing and cost control. The business context notes forecasts rely on sales volume, pricing, raw material costs, and strategic actions — all of which remain active levers. Margin resilience in a down-volume quarter underscores the relevance of Goodyear Forward savings and disciplined input cost management, even as rationalization payments temporarily compress cash flow.