US Car Sales YoY fell to -11.3% in January 2025
US Car Sales YoY fell to -11.3% in January 2025, released February 2025, down 4.9% from December's -6.4% reading.
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THE RELEASE
Car Sales YoY (United States) was reported at -11.3% in January 2025. The reading fell from the previous value of -6.4%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with S&P 500 (Bullish Stocks). A secondary relationship exists with EUR/USD, negatively correlated (Bearish EUR).
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
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Car Sales YoY - US
About Car Sales YoY — United States
DEFINITION
Car Sales YoY (Year over Year) is a financial indicator that measures the change in the number of cars sold by a company or industry over a 12-month period. This metric is used to assess the overall performance and growth of the automotive market, providing valuable insights into consumer demand and economic trends. A positive YoY growth indicates a healthy market, while a negative growth may signal a decline in sales. Car Sales YoY is a key tool for investors, analysts, and businesses to make informed decisions and track the health of the automotive industry.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT'S NEXT
This indicator correlates most strongly with S&P 500 (Bullish Stocks, r=0.50) — a useful reference for index-focused traders.
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Economic Calendar - US Events
| Monday, November 9, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | Wholesale Inventories MoM | 0.7 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.65 | Low | |
| 15:00 | Wholesale Sales MoM | 2.8 | 2 | 1.1 | 1.95 | Low | |
| 16:00 | Consumer Inflation Expectation | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.8 | 3.85 | Low | |
| 16:30 | 3-Month Bill Auction | 4.06 | 4.04 | 4.009 | 4.03 | Low | |
| Tuesday, November 10, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
| 11:00 | NFIB Business Optimism Index | 97.8 | 97.9 | 97.7 | 98.30 | Low | |
| 13:30 | CPI s.a | 337.48 | 336.3 | 337 | 337.17 | High | |
| 13:30 | Inflation Rate MoM | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.33 | High | |
| 13:30 | Core Inflation Rate MoM | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.23 | High | |
| 13:30 | CPI | 337.51 | 336.94 | 337.02 | 337.13 | High | |
| 13:55 | Redbook YoY | 10.1 | 10.4 | 9.3 | 9.70 | Low | |
| 21:30 | API Crude Oil Stock Change | -5.267 | -1 | 3.79 | Medium | ||
| Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
| 19:00 | Budget Balance | -27 | -298 | -339.85 | Medium | ||