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AlixPartners study finds post-crisis auto industry facing new set of challenges; sales projected below historical levels for foreseeable future

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AlixPartners also estimates that on-going unemployment and underemployment could cost the auto industry up to 1.5 According to the study, historically, approximately one of every five vehicles sold is financed by home-value appreciation, a ratio that’s likely to decrease with the continuing stagnancy in home values.

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Grant Thornton LLP Warns of Potential Collapse of Automotive Supply Chain

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Meanwhile, adding further downside pressure is that banks in many cases are working to reduce their exposure to the auto industry. Other key actions for lenders to take include: Provide Affordable Financing: The interest rate on loans to finance consolidation efforts should be set at lower lending rates. Laura Marcero.

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