Key Performance Indicators Report — October 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

Slowing sales growth has small business owners pessimistic about future business conditions…

State of Business: Automotive Industry

The UAW work stoppage had a negligible effect on September sales but continued disruptions could increase its impact on future sales results…

Recent Vehicle Recalls

A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…

State of the Economy

While the September jobs report outperformed expectations, investors remain on edge…

State of Manufacturing

Economic activity in the manufacturing sector contracted last month but new data suggests supply chain efficiency is improving…

Consumer Trends

Consumer concerns are growing thanks to rising prices, higher interest rates and political uncertainty…

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.