Gentex's spanish-speaking manufacturing program celebrates 5 years. Zeeland, Mich., August 6, 2026 - Gentex Corporation is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its Spanish-speaking assembly lines, or Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Program. The milestone reflects the company's commitment to removing barriers to employment, creating opportunities for Spanish-speaking employees, and strengthening its workforce. Since launching in 2021, the program has grown from a single production line on one shift to a multi-facility initiative that supports employees across all three shifts. Gentex is a technology company and long-time supplier of electronic products for the global automotive, aerospace, fire protection, medical, and consumer electronics industries. The company is Ottawa County's largest employer. The LEP Program was established following the COVID-19 pandemic as Gentex sought new ways to address workforce needs while creating more opportunities for members of West Michigan's Spanish-speaking community. A cross-functional team put in place Spanish-language work instructions, safety procedures, onboarding materials, supervisory personnel, and company communications to ensure employees could fully understand expectations, stay safe, and feel included in the workplace. Recruiting efforts also strengthened relationships within the Latino community to connect more individuals with meaningful career opportunities. Gentex LEP team member Araceli Pedroza Over its five-year history, the LEP Program has averaged 200 employees at any given time, reflecting its sustained impact on Gentex's workforce. Since the program's launch, 74 employees have advanced beyond the LEP Program into other roles within the company, demonstrating the opportunities available for career development and growth at Gentex. "In West Michigan, where Spanish is the second most spoken language, we recognized an opportunity to remove barriers and create pathways to meaningful careers," said Rosa Estrada, Vice President of Accounting and Corporate Controller, who helped spearhead the program. "The success stories we've seen over the past five years demonstrate what is possible when people are given the support and opportunity to succeed." The programs impact extends beyond hiring. Over the years, Gentex has expanded LEP resources to include on-site English-language learning classes in partnership with the nonprofit organization Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP) and Zeeland Adult Education. With additional skills training opportunities, employees who joined the program have advanced into roles such as Team Member Support, Material Handler, and other positions throughout the organization. Gentex LEP team member Elizabeth Rodriguez "This program has given us the opportunity to grow and develop, and it has given us the confidence to perform our work to the highest standards," said Elizabeth Rodriguez, a Gentex employee who joined the program five years ago. "We are very grateful for the support, training, and trust the company has placed in us." Employees also point to the positive workplace culture as a key part of the program's success. Gentex LEP team member Silvia Almendarez "My supervisor is always open to hearing any suggestions. He maintains good communication with our team," said Silvia Almendarez, a five-year participant in the program. The program has also played an important role in helping Gentex meet workforce needs while expanding access to employment opportunities. "The LEP Program has helped Gentex connect with talented individuals who may have previously faced language barriers when pursuing manufacturing careers," said Seth Bushouse, Vice President of Human Resources. "By creating pathways for Spanish-speaking employees to join, develop, and advance within our organization, the program has strengthened our workforce while helping us meet long-term hiring needs. Just as importantly, it has allowed us to better reflect and serve the diverse communities where we operate." As Gentex celebrates the program's fifth anniversary, the company remains committed to ensuring employees have the tools, support, and opportunities needed to build successful careers. "Language should never be a barrier to opportunity," said Estrada. "The success of this program belongs to the employees, leaders, translators, trainers, and community partners who have helped make it possible. We look forward to continuing to build on that foundation in the years ahead." About Gentex Corporation. Founded in 1974, Gentex Corporation (NASDAQ: GNTX) is a technology company that leverages its core competencies, strategic partnerships, acquisitions, and ongoing research to create market-leading positions in a variety of verticals. You can view some of the Company's latest technology at www.gentex.com. Contacts. Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Communications

Gentex (NASDAQ:GNTX) downgraded to "Hold" Rating by Freedom Capital. July 31, 2026 Key points. * Freedom Capital downgraded Gentex from "strong buy" to "hold." The broader analyst consensus is also "hold," with one Buy rating, seven Hold ratings, and an average price target of $27. * Gentex reported quarterly EPS of $0.58, beating estimates of $0.50, but revenue of $651.3 million fell short of the $669.65 million consensus and declined 1% year over year. * Shares opened at $23.64, down 1.4%, while institutional investors owned 86.76% of the company; two directors also sold shares in May. * Interested in Gentex? Here are five stocks we like better. Gentex (NASDAQ:GNTX - Get Free Report) was downgraded by equities researchers at Freedom Capital from a "strong-buy" rating to a "hold" rating in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday,Zacks.com reports. Other analysts have also issued research reports about the company. JPMorgan Chase & Co. lifted their target price on Gentex from $27.00 to $28.00 and gave the stock a "neutral" rating in a report on Thursday, May 14th. Wall Street Zen downgraded Gentex from a "buy" rating to a "hold" rating in a report on Sunday, July 12th. Robert W. Baird increased their price objective on Gentex from $25.00 to $26.00 and gave the company a "neutral" rating in a research report on Monday, April 27th. Weiss Ratings upgraded Gentex from a "hold (c-)" rating to a "hold (c)" rating in a report on Tuesday, June 23rd. Finally, UBS Group reiterated a "neutral" rating and issued a $25.00 price objective (down from $26.00) on shares of Gentex in a report on Thursday, July 9th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating and seven have given a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat, the company currently has an average rating of "Hold" and a consensus target price of $27.00. Gentex stock down 1.4%. NASDAQ:GNTX opened at $23.64 on Wednesday. The company's 50 day moving average price is $24.55 and its 200-day moving average price is $23.50. Gentex has a 52 week low of $20.48 and a 52 week high of $29.38. The stock has a market cap of $5.03 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.51 and a beta of 0.78. Gentex (NASDAQ:GNTX - Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Friday, July 24th. The auto parts company reported $0.58 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.50 by $0.08. The company had revenue of $651.30 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $669.65 million. Gentex had a net margin of 15.50% and a return on equity of 16.78%. The firm's quarterly revenue was down 1.0% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the firm earned $0.43 earnings per share. As a group, sell-side analysts anticipate that Gentex will post 1.99 earnings per share for the current year. Insiders place their bets. In related news, Director Joseph B. Anderson, Jr. sold 5,939 shares of Gentex stock in a transaction on Friday, May 15th. The stock was sold at an average price of $22.98, for a total value of $136,478.22. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, Director Brian C. Walker sold 5,939 shares of Gentex stock in a transaction on Friday, May 15th. The stock was sold at an average price of $22.98, for a total value of $136,478.22. Following the completion of the sale, the director directly owned 24,205 shares of the company's stock, valued at $556,230.90. The trade was a 19.70% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. 0.55% of the stock is currently owned by insiders. Institutional inflows and outflows. A number of institutional investors have recently bought and sold shares of the company. Royal Bank of Canada grew its stake in shares of Gentex by 33.1% during the 1st quarter. Royal Bank of Canada now owns 189,561 shares of the auto parts company's stock valued at $4,418,000 after purchasing an additional 47,150 shares during the period. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. lifted its stake in shares of Gentex by 1.8% in the 1st quarter. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. now owns 1,321,634 shares of the auto parts company's stock worth $30,794,000 after purchasing an additional 23,454 shares during the period. Empowered Funds LLC lifted its stake in shares of Gentex by 255.6% in the 1st quarter. Empowered Funds LLC now owns 81,142 shares of the auto parts company's stock worth $1,891,000 after purchasing an additional 58,323 shares during the period. Invesco Ltd. boosted its holdings in shares of Gentex by 8.0% in the second quarter. Invesco Ltd. now owns 813,163 shares of the auto parts company's stock worth $17,881,000 after buying an additional 60,127 shares during the last quarter. Finally, EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Gentex by 2,038.4% in the second quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 4,512 shares of the auto parts company's stock worth $99,000 after buying an additional 4,301 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors own 86.76% of the company's stock. Gentex company profile. Gentex Corporation NASDAQ: GNTX is a global technology company specializing in the design and manufacture of automotive and aerospace products. The company's primary business centers on automatic-dimming rearview mirrors, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), and camera-based driver monitoring technologies. In the automotive sector, Gentex supplies exterior and interior mirrors with integrated electronics, connectivity features, and safety capabilities to many of the world's leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). 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Automotive supplier Gentex has signed a letter of intent to build a manufacturing plant in Morocco with government support. The facility will produce automotive mirrors. Morocco has become a hub for low-cost automotive manufacturing, benefiting from a free trade agreement with the EU. Major manufacturers including Renault and Stellantis have expanded operations there, producing models like the Dacia Sendero and Peugeot 208. According to GlobalData, Morocco's total vehicle production reached 450,000 units in 2025. The country's automotive output is forecast to approach 700,000 units annually by the end of the decade.