ATLANTA, Oct. 7, 2025 – Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) were down slightly in September compared to August. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) declined to 207.0, lower by 0.2% versus August levels but showing an increase of 2% from a year ago. The seasonal adjustment caused the … Continued
Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) were down slightly in September compared to August. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) declined to 207.0, lower by 0.2% versus August levels but showing an increase of 2% from a year ago. The seasonal adjustment caused the index to decrease for the … Continued
Key Highlights This summary does not include the usual employment report due to the Federal government shutdown over the budget impasse. However, pending home and vehicle sales data for September were released, along with a job openings and turnover report showing mixed results and another decrease in consumer confidence. JOB OPENINGS AND TURNOVERS: Data for August … Continued
Cox Automotive’s Auto Market Report video delivers a comprehensive analysis of the current automotive market. Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke leads our effort to translate data and trends into actionable insights. This video covers a wide range of topics, including consumer spending patterns, consumer sentiment, retail vehicle sales, financing rates, supply dynamics, pricing trends and leading … Continued
This summary features revised Q2 GDP data, home sales and personal income and spending data from August, and consumer sentiment data from September. Economic growth was stronger than initially estimated driven by stronger consumer spending, and consumer spending was stronger than expected in August. Housing trends were mixed in August, but demand could improve in … Continued
A replay of the Cox Automotive Q3 2025 Industry Insights and Sales Forecast Call held on Thursday, Sept. 25, is available. Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke and the Economic and Industry Insights team provided an update on the U.S. automotive market for the third quarter, covering the new, used and electrified markets with insights and data from Cox Automotive. … Continued
Cox Automotive provides forecasts on the new and used vehicle markets, leasing, fleet and CPO sales, and the Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index. Updates to the full-year 2025 forecasts were announced during the Q3 Industry Insights and Sales Forecast Call on Sept. 25. The Economic and Industry Insights team reviews the forecasts quarterly and updates … Continued
The Cox Automotive Q3 2025 Industry Insights and Sales Forecast Call will be held today, Sept. 25, at 11 a.m. EDT. The presentation is available for download. Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke and the Economic and Industry Insights team will provide an update on the U.S. automotive market for the third quarter, covering the new, used … Continued
The Cox Automotive Q3 2025 Industry Insights and Sales Forecast Call will be hosted on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 11 a.m. EDT, shortly before the auto industry closes the book on the third quarter. Join us for this event hosted by Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke and the Cox Automotive Economic and Industry Insights team. This 60-minute session … Continued
This summary presents August data on retail sales, new construction, declining jobless claims, and the first rate cut by the Federal Reserve in 2025. Consumer spending during the summer exceeded prior expectations, while the housing market remained weak. Lower rates should provide a boost to business investment and equity performance. Although the Fed does not … Continued
