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Personal Loans Surge to Historic Highs
Personal loans in the U.S. have reached historic highs in terms of interest rates, balances, and the number of loans. Over 23 million Americans currently hold unsecured personal loans, at an average balance of nearly…
April 2024: Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Dip Amidst Retail Sales Fluctuations
In April 2024, wholesale prices for used vehicles dropped compared to the previous month and the same period last year. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index fell by 14.0% year-over-year to 198.4. Depreciation rates were…
April 2024: Wholesale Used-Vehicle Prices Dip Amidst Retail Sales Fluctuations
In April, wholesale used-vehicle prices saw a decline compared to March, marked by a 14.0% drop in the Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) from the previous year. This decrease, magnified by seasonal adjustments, reflected…
IMF Urges Vigilance over Booming Private Credit Market amidst Rapid Expansion
The private credit market is undergoing rapid growth, prompting closer scrutiny from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according to a report by Pensions & Investments. Private credit, which includes loans to non-public companies, has expanded…
Auto Industry’s Share of Global Microchip Demand Continues to Grow
The auto industry was responsible for 17% of global microchip purchases in 2023, up 3% year-over-year, according to World Semiconductor Trade Statistics (WSTS). This puts it ahead of consumer electronics and industrial sectors, behind only…