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WATCH NOW: 2024 Impact Summit: EVs and AI
05/10/2024
On May 9, the Cox Automotive Impact Summit: EV and AI was held in Detroit, attracting two dozen local media and influencers. The two 45-minute panel discussions and Qand A focused on two of the industry’s most important topics today and showcased how Cox Automotive is leading change in both areas. Session 1: EVs Following opening remarks from Cox Automotive President Steve Rowley, recently retired Executive Analyst Michelle…
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Auto Credit Availability Declined in April
05/10/2024
Access to auto credit declined slightly in April as credit tightened across new and certified pre-owned (CPO) channels and at banks and captives, according to the Dealertrack Credit Availability Index. The All-Loans Index declined to 93.8 in April, down 0.7% year over year. Credit access in April was tighter than a year ago in all channels except used sales through independent dealers and new sales. Credit…
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Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Declined in April
05/07/2024
Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) were down in April compared to March. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) fell to 198.4, a decline of 14.0% from a year ago. The seasonal adjustment to the index magnified the results for the month, resulting in a 2.3% month-over-month decrease. The non-adjusted price in April decreased by 0.6% compared to March, moving…
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Auto Market Weekly Summary
05/06/2024
Highlights Job growth for April decelerated, falling short of expectations and adjusting down previous estimates, contributing to a broader discussion on labor market trends and economic indicators. The Federal Reserve left rate policy unchanged at the conclusion of their meeting last week and acknowledged a lack of progress in achieving their 2% inflation target. The automotive sector presents a mixed picture, with new-vehicle sales slowing and…
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Deflation and Fed’s Lack of Urgency Are Putting Durable Goods at Risk
05/01/2024
The Fed left interest rates and overall monetary policy unchanged today. We have now had six straight meetings with no change in rate policy. The Fed remains focused on a 2% target. Still, they appear to recognize that waiting could lead to even more economic slowing, which is ultimately the goal, with better balance of employment and inflation. We do not have new rate projections, but…
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Cox Automotive Auto Market Report: April 30th
04/30/2024
The video below is part of a biweekly Auto Market Report series focusing on data and insights that provide a holistic view of the auto industry. Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke leads our effort to translate data and trends into actionable insights. Download this week’s presentation
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Auto Market Weekly Summary
04/29/2024
Highlights Q1 GDP growth slowed more than forecast. Personal income increased month over month in March, but personal savings took a hit due to higher spending. While overall home sales are down year over year, new-home sales picked up strongly in March. Consumer sentiment has declined in April but remains up year over year. First Estimate of Q1 GDP Growth Slowed More Than Expected The first…
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Cox Automotive Forecast: April New-Vehicle Sales Pace Accelerates as Available Inventory and Higher Incentives Keep Market Rolling
04/24/2024
Updated, May 2, 2024 – April new-vehicle sales pace finished below our forecast, despite strong sales performance by Toyota and Lexus. Other automakers, including Ford and Hyundai Motor Group, finished April about where expected, with sales slightly lower than year-ago levels. With fewer selling days this past April, volume was lower, as expected, at 1.31 million units, down 3.3% year over year and down 9.1% compared…
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Auto Market Weekly Summary
04/22/2024
Highlights Retail sales accelerated in March, but category performance was mixed as the auto sector saw declines along with several other categories. New construction retreated in March, with total starts down 4.3% year over year. Single-family starts were higher, while multifamily starts were down. Existing home sales declined in March, reversing much of the jump in sales in February. Meanwhile, the existing home supply remains very…
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Tax Refund Season Draws To A Close With Retail Used-Vehicle Sales Up More Than 5% Year Over Year
04/19/2024
Used-vehicle inventory levels at the start of April were lower than in March, according to the Cox Automotive analysis of vAuto Live Market data, as healthy sales fueled by tax refunds drew supply down to the lowest level since the spring of 2023. 2.22M Total UnsoldUsed Vehiclesas of April 4, 2024 44 Days' Supply $25,540 Average Listing Price 69,232 Average Mileage The total supply of…
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