Key Performance Indicators Report — January 2023

THE SHOP created the Key Performance Indicators Report to provide shop owners with valuable economic and industry data in an accessible, time-saving manner. Click on any of the links below to access that data in this month’s report.

The Brief

Although consumer confidence and sentiment are on the rise, sticky inflation, ongoing supply chain challenges and persistent labor shortages continue to impact consumers and business owners…

State of Business: Automotive Industry

While the vehicle inventory situation has improved, supply remains well below the level of consumer demand…

Recent Vehicle Recalls

A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…

State of the Economy

Expert opinions about the overall economy range from a pending deep recession to a projected soft landing…

Consumer Trends

Consumer confidence increased thanks to slowing inflation, but changes in global factors could reverse recent improvements…

By A.J. Hecht

A.J. Hecht is the managing editor of THE SHOP and host of the In Gear with THE SHOP podcast. Have an idea, a tip, or a question you’d like to see answered? Contact A.J. at ahecht@cahabamedia.com.