The automotive retail sector is evolving at pace. Digitalisation, shifting consumer expectations, and the transition to electrification are reshaping how dealerships operate.

The U.S. economy appears to be teetering on the brink of recession, fuelled by escalating tariffs, policy uncertainty, and market volatility.

The ALN Spring Programme 2025 at Luton Hoo Hotel was a chance to take stock of the rapid transformations reshaping the automotive industry. With over 90 senior executives in attendance, the discussions were both data-rich and thought-provoking, offering a mix of optimism and realism about the road ahead.

Effective capital allocation is the cornerstone of sustainable business growth and long-term value creation.

Private markets and M&A activity in 2025 are entering a new phase, shaped by shifting macroeconomic conditions, changing investor sentiment, and structural changes in venture capital and private equity.

This week's US motor retail reporting season provided valuable insights into the state of the automotive industry, dealer profitability, and evolving consumer behaviour.