October U.S. Light-Vehicle Sales Show Signs of Life
Executive Summary
The fourth-quarter SAAR is pegged at 14.2 million units, an improvement on Q2’s 13.3 million and Q3’s 13.4 million, but also meaning November-December results will weaken from October, with the primary reason being stiffer economic headwinds expected. Still, inventory will continue rising through the end of November, creating upside to the outlook