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Sigma Signals - Week of September 30, 2024 The local sports news has been overwhelmingly positive about the resurgent Detroit Lions and playoff-bound Detroit Tigers. However, when people think of Detroit, they often associate it with the “auto industry.” Most Sigma clients know that we’ve never purchased auto company shares directly in their portfolios. This is intentional and merited. According to ChatGPT, Ford Motor Company’s shares have returned only about 2% annually over the past 20 years, while GM declared bankruptcy during that time. They’ve underperformed global competitors like Toyota and the Standard & Poor’s 500 stock index. Our Signals remain unchanged. Bob Bilkie, CFA #SigmaInvestments #ThoughtfulInvesting

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Toyota and Lexus reign supreme in hybrids, dominating the hottest segment in the U.S. auto market.

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👏 Thank you to auto motor und sport for featuring us in their most recent issue! For those of you that would like some extra reading material heading into the weekend, check it out! Here's where you can find it 💥 auto motor und sport, Issue #13, June 6, 2024, pages 110-112. 🔋 #automotorundsport #circulareconomy #futuremobility #automotiveindustry #2ndlifebattery #newenergy #sustainability

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No matter where your dealership is, our automotive consulting group analyzes the market for you and represents the best providers of all products. ✅ . . . #TheAceGroup #AutomotiveConsulting #AutoConsulting #AutomotiveConsultants #AutomotiveDealership #CarDealership #AutoServiceContract #AutomotiveSales #VehicleServiceContract

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#ICYMI: In Michigan's Fiscal Year 2025 state budget, MichAuto will receive $2 million to grow its initiatives to develop and keep young high-skilled talent in Michigan to support the high-tech careers shaping the automotive and mobility industry’s evolution. Learn more about how we're working with our partners to keep automotive and mobility talent hear in Michigan. https://lnkd.in/gYa7uNx5

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“The auto industry is not just the auto industry anymore. It’s mobility, it’s how things move. It touches so many elements of economic life. Not just transportation and manufacturing, but finance, fashion, labor, retail, regulation, the environment and motorsports ... Without a doubt, Detroit is the center of it all.” — Jamie Butters, Executive Editor, Automotive News At GEM’s Annual Meeting, we celebrated the partnerships, progress and innovation shaping the #DetroitRegion as a global mobility hub. From advancing talent pipelines to driving investment and collaboration, our region continues to lead the way for the #futureofmobility. 🚘🚊🛴🛫 Detroit Regional Partnership

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Sales Growing Across the Industry According to Latest SEMA Market Research ✅📈 The automotive specialty-equipment industry continues to see growth, strong demand, and less volatility this year, according to the new "SEMA State of the Industry--Spring 2024 Report," a biannual report focusing on the current business climate, key industry trends and metrics. The report is provided to SEMA members free of charge. A total of 48% of manufacturers reported an increase in company sales over the past year--an 8% increase compared to fall 2023. Distributors saw the largest sales shift, with 49% reporting an increase in sales, marking an 18% rise compared to last fall. Meanwhile, a majority of retailers (43%) reported that their sales remained steady. "Businesses across the board have continued to see improved sales growth, although rising costs remain a significant challenge across the industry," said SEMA Market Research Director Gavin Knapp. "Our research suggests that despite the price increases, companies are optimistic about their future sales and the growth of the specialty-equipment market in the next three to five years." Read more 🔗 https://brnw.ch/21wK4Zr

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What are the three main focal points DealerCenter helps dealers achieve? 🚗 Hear it from our AVP of Sales, Alex Resurreccion! 📽️ Watch the clip to learn more! - https://buff.ly/3DwX6PS #DealerSuccess #AutomotiveInnovation #DriveYourDealership #SalesExcellence #DealershipSolutions 

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Thank you AutoSuccess for including us in your June issue. 'Understanding OEM Warranty Reimbursement Submission Responses: What Dealers Need to Know.' tldr: What they ask dealers to provide doesn’t always coincide with statutory requirements. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e8GydUDq

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