At the end of last week, Ford (F) closed at $11.34 per share.Auto manufacturers are dealing with headwinds such a potential cyclical top when it comes to US auto sales and rising US interest rates that effectively increase the purchase price of vehicles. More cars are also coming off lease, which means a more robust used car market. Ford remains a cheap stock on the basis of earnings multiples when compared with the broader market at 6.8x versus close to 25x for the S&P 500. Ford reports on Thursday, April 27 before market open. GM reports a day later.Will Ford surpass $12 after earnings (i.e., a 5.8% boost over Friday’s prices)?Agree – Ford surpasses $12 by market open on Thursday, April 27.Disagree – Ford fails to surpass $12 by market open on Thursday, April 27.==For non-members, sign-up is free and easy through StockTwits, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, or email.