Market Outsiders
Market Outsiders
Podcast Description
Welcome to Market Outsiders — where business news meets real insight, fast. Each weekday, the Management Consulted leadership team breaks down two major stories through a business lens — in just 15 minutes — helping you spot what really matters behind the headlines. You can catch Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a variety of economic topics aimed at demystifying current events. Recent episodes include discussions on the economics of art auctions, the implications of Federal Reserve interest rate decisions, U.S.-UK trade deals, and market responses to oil price fluctuations. This focus helps listeners grasp complex economic dynamics and trends.
Welcome to Market Outsiders — where business news meets real insight, fast. Two days per week, the Management Consulted leadership team breaks down one major story through a business lens, helping you spot what really matters behind the headlines.
The average new car now costs over $50,000, with monthly payments nearing $760.
So how did Ford post its best U.S. sales year since 2019?
In this episode of Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae break down how Ford defied expectations in 2025 – despite tariffs, high rates, and weakening EV demand.
They cover:
- Why 2025 may have been the first “normal” auto year since COVID
- How financing, hybrids, and product mix drove Ford’s outperformance
- What Ford must change in 2026 as margins shift beyond unit sales
This is a forward-looking strategy conversation on how automakers adapt when cars start behaving more like platforms than products.
Partner Links:
- Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 10% off with code SIMPLIFIED-10
Chapters:
03:05 — 2025 Auto Industry Overview
06:33 — Ford's Unexpected Success
08:56 — Consumer Behavior and Car Buying Trends
13:53 — Analyzing the Automotive Market Trends
16:40 — Consumer Behavior and Financing Strategies
19:51 — The Shift Towards Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
22:46 — Sales Performance and Market Share Insights
25:38 — Future Strategies for Automotive Companies
28:30 — Monetizing Customer Relationships Post-Purchase
Learn more about Executive Presentation and Storytelling Training with Management Consulted
More Market Outsiders:
Disclaimer
This podcast’s information is provided for general reference and was obtained from publicly accessible sources. The Podcast Collaborative neither produces nor verifies the content, accuracy, or suitability of this podcast. Views and opinions belong solely to the podcast creators and guests.
For a complete disclaimer, please see our Full Disclaimer on the archive page. The Podcast Collaborative bears no responsibility for the podcast’s themes, language, or overall content. Listener discretion is advised. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more details.