The New Car Registrations Month-over-Month indicator tracks the short-term momentum of the automotive market by comparing registration volumes to the previous month. It provides a more immediate view of shifts in consumer behavior and economic trends than the annual figure. Because car sales are sensitive to interest rates and economic outlooks, this data is closely watched by analysts to spot early signs of economic turning points. Seasonal adjustments are typically applied to account for predictable monthly variations in purchasing patterns.
The index is calculated by taking the total number of new passenger car registrations in the current month and determining the percentage change from the preceding month's total, often using seasonally adjusted data.
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2025 | 0.10 | — | — |
| Oct 7, 2024 | 8.00 | — | — |
| Apr 4, 2024 | 2.40 | — | — |
| Mar 6, 2024 | -6.30 | — | — |
| Feb 8, 2024 | 81.50 | — | — |
