Stubborn inflation, historic supply chain challenges and ongoing labor shortages continue to impact consumers and business owners alike. The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index® decreased again in November after losing ground in October. The Index now stands at 100.2 (1985=100), down from 102.2 a month prior. The Present Situation Index – based on consumers’ assessment… Continue reading KPI — December 2022: The Brief
Author: Stefanie Galeano-Zalutko
KPI — December 2022: State of Business
The vehicle market remains quite dynamic, as some improving variables are countered by negative ones…
KPI — December 2022: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — December 2022: State of the Economy
While businesses are in good shape and consumer spending remains relatively strong, experts are warning continued inflation could trigger a recession…
KPI — December 2022: Consumer Trends
A decrease in consumer confidence and a gloomy short-term outlook suggests that the economy has lost momentum as the year winds down…
KPI — November 2022: The Brief
Relentless inflation, supply chain challenges and labor shortages continue to impact consumers and business owners…
KPI — November 2022: State of Business
While relief from some supply chain issues has helped to lift global vehicle sales, a full recovery is still not on the near-term horizon…
KPI — November 2022: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — November 2022: State of the Economy
Experts think the U.S. is likely headed for a recession by mid-2023 as a result of steeper interest rates, runaway inflation, the war in Ukraine and other factors…
KPI — November 2022: Consumer Trends
Recent gains in consumer confidence reversed last month, suggesting slowing economic growth and a rise in recession fears…
KPI — October 2022: The Brief
Business owners are still seeking opportunities to grow despite inflation, worker shortages and other economic challenges…
KPI — October 2022: State of Business
Vehicle retail sales showed a modest increase from a year ago but the sales pace still falls below its potential due to tight vehicle availability…
KPI — October 2022: Recent Vehicle Recalls
2021-2022 Mercedes GLS SUVs Vehicles Affected: Approximately 60,000 Mercedes GLS full-size SUVs are being recalled. Affected models include 2021 AMG GLS63s and model-year 2020-2022 GLS450s and GLS580s. The Problem: The third-row seatback lock may not restrain occupants as intended, thereby increasing the risk of injury during a crash. The Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace… Continue reading KPI — October 2022: Recent Vehicle Recalls
KPI — October 2022: State of the Economy
Over half of Americans are reporting inflation as a significant source of economic stress…
KPI — October 2022: Consumer Trends
Consumer reaction was mixed, but overall confidence improved for the second consecutive month…