Tag: The Great Squeeze
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The Great Tariff Deception (Oct. 26, 2025)
This episode of Confessions of an Insider unveils the harsh realities behind the latest earnings reports from the auto giants. While Wall Street rejoices, GM obscures its tariff losses, and Ford braces for consumer chaos. The “Great Squeeze” and the “Domino Effect” are no longer mere theories but undeniable truths reshaping Detroit’s landscape.
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The Great Tariff Deception — How GM and Ford Proved the Squeeze is Here
In a shocking revelation, Detroit’s titans, GM and Ford, illustrate the dire state of the auto industry amid a tariff crisis. GM masked a $3.5 billion profit hole with a $1.6 billion EV charge, while Ford laid bare the brutal truth of a $1 billion guidance cut. The consumer crisis looms ominously, yet Wall Street…
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BREAKING ANALYSIS: Ford Q3 Revenue Beat Masks Tariff Pain as Loan Loss Fears Explode
Ford’s third-quarter report reveals a troubling reality beneath its seemingly strong revenue, with profits plummeting and a billion-dollar guidance cut due to crippling tariffs. As consumer loan defaults loom large, the data signals a significant crisis ahead. Wall Street’s optimistic reaction starkly contrasts the underlying distress facing both the company and its customers.
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BREAKING ANALYSIS: September CPI Confirms the “Great Squeeze” Tightens Its Grip on Car Owners
In a world of celebratory inflation headlines, reality bites hard for American car owners. The September CPI report reveals that while overall inflation hovers at 3.0%, essential car-related costs are soaring, squeezing consumers relentlessly. This “Great Squeeze” exposes the facade of relief—data-driven misery is the true reality lurking beneath.
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BREAKING ANALYSIS: GM Profits Plunge Over 50% on a Massive $1.6 Billion “EV Restructuring” Charge
General Motors is caught in a brutal financial squeeze. While the company seeks to spin a $1.6 billion EV write-down as the core issue, the real villain is the staggering toll of tariffs, draining billions. As legacy profits fund an uncertain electric future, GM grapples with mounting losses—revealing the painful cost of transition.
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The Cockroach Theory (Oct. 19, 2025)
In this gripping episode of Confessions of an Insider, we explore the unsettling depths of the auto industry. Inspired by JPMorgan’s CEO’s dire warning, we unveil the hidden crises linked to major bankruptcies, shadow banking, and the ominous “Cockroach Theory.” This intense investigation reveals a deeper, troubling financial reality.
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The Shadow Collapse: Inside the $11.6 Billion Implosion and CEO’s Exit at Parts Giant First Brands
This Audio above is a Podcast style, AI Audio Overview of the Article you will be reading, it is not a line by line narration, but rather more content for you to enjoy! In the complex ecosystem of the American auto industry, some crises unfold in plain sight on dealership lots, while others fester in…
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The Subprime Meltdown: Inside the DOJ Investigation of Tricolor’s Multi-Billion Dollar Collapse
This Audio above is a Podcast style, AI Audio Overview of the Article you will be reading, it is not a line by line narration, but rather more content for you to enjoy! The story of the subprime auto market has always been one of high risk and desperation. But today, that story has taken…
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Inside the Machine: Manheim (Oct. 12, 2025)
In this gripping episode of Confessions of an Insider, we embark on a groundbreaking mission into the wholesale auto market. Delving into the latest MUVVI data and an eye-opening interview with Cox Automotive’s Chief Economist, Jonathan Smoke, we unveil alarming trends and the hidden forces shaping used car prices in America.
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The Manheim Machine: An Exposé on the Company That Controls the Price of Every Used Car in America
Ever wonder who truly dictates used car prices? Enter Manheim—an unseen titan of the automotive industry, operating like Wall Street for vehicles. Their data-driven empire, highlighted by the influential MUVVI index, shapes everything from dealership pricing to consumer budgets. Understanding Manheim reveals the underlying financial pressures affecting every car buyer today.
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