Interest rates cuts, shifting buyer sentiment and growing model competition made Q2 2025 an active, but margin-sensitive period for the industry. Dealers continue to face cost pressures, and increasing stock levels, but strong EOFY campaigns and a more positive economic environment helped support volume. Pitcher Partners’ Australian Market Vehicle Facts (VFACTS) analysis reporting for Q2 […]
Makiko joined Pitcher Partners Melbourne in 2025, playing a pivotal role as Japan Desk Lead in the Corporate Finance team. Makiko focuses in facilitating Japanese investment into Australia. With over 25 years of experience at a leading Japanese bank in Melbourne, Makiko offers deep cultural insight, extensive business networks, collaboration and guide clients through regulatory […]
With over 18 years’ experience in automotive, Diana is passionate about working with dealers, distributors and OEMs on crystalising untapped profit opportunities and business improvements to strengthen their respective businesses. Diana’s business advisory services include business strategy, training and one-on-one consulting tailored to each client’s individual needs. As a woman working in a mostly male […]
Year end is fast approaching and it’s time to focus on finalising financial results and preparing for what is ahead. We know that year-end is more than just closing the books—your financial snapshot will shape the next 12 months. Whether you’re planning for refinancing, a sale, an acquisition, or other significant capital investments, getting your […]
This is the first edition of the Pitcher Partners Motor Industry Services – US Listed Dealer Comparison, where we provide insight into the performance of the six largest publicly traded dealership groups in the US and explore how key industry trends, shifting economic conditions, and recent geopolitical events have influenced their results in the 12 […]
Aidan is a Chartered Accountant in the Motor Industry Services group. He has over ten years of experience in a diverse range of industries, with expertise in mergers & acquisitions, consulting & strategy, technical advisory and audit. Aidan’s focus is working with clients in the motor industry, and his deep understanding of key business drivers […]
Inventory levels, interest rates, diminishing demand and inflation have all made Q1 2025 a tough quarter for dealers. There are few manufacturers or franchises who are not experiencing the impact of a supply push market. We are seeing the return to pre-pandemic levels of discounting, incentives and subverted finance. Pitcher Partners’ Australian Market Vehicle Facts […]
This is the fifth edition of the Pitcher Partners Motor Industry Services – Australian Listed Dealer Comparison, where we provide insight into the top three listed motor dealer groups and explore how the macroeconomic environment and inventory supply affected them in the 12 months ended 31 December 2024. This report covers: Results snapshot Listed results […]
Ronnie joined Pitcher Partners in 2023 as a Client Director in the Audit Technical Team with over 32 years in the accounting profession, and over 10 years in external audit. Ronnie has extensive experience in the theoretical and practical aspects of audit. By being involved with different teams and external bodies at the local, Asia […]
First published in GoAutoNews on 28th January 2025 Far from being the bearer of bad news, the team at Motor Industry Services at Pitcher Partners has been investigating the major market trends at play and exploring what measures dealers can take to thrive rather than just survive – or worse. We have been encouraging dealers […]
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