Episode

Auto businesses brag about strong finances, but all are adjusted numbers

Podcast: Automotive Insight
Published: May 4, 2026
Duration seconds: 56
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Summary

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports the adjusted numbers that include many one time expenses are included in every quarterly report and is similar to what led up to bankruptcies in the past.