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Car buyers drove sales to a 4-year high to beat tariffs. Now sales are running out of gas. - MarketWatch

1. U.S. car sales hit a four-year high, then fell nearly 10% in May. 2. Ford suspended its sales and profit forecast due to trade war uncertainty. 3. Tariffs have raised vehicle prices, impacting carmaker sales strategies. 4. Lower vehicle availability is leading to diminished sales projections. 5. Economists predict an uneven economic growth due to ongoing trade conflicts.

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Why Bearish?

Diminished sales and heightened uncertainty usually lead to declining stock prices. Historical examples include the effects of 2008 financial crisis on automotive stocks.

How important is it?

Trade wars directly impact manufacturing costs and sales forecasts, crucial for Ford's performance.

Why Short Term?

Immediate sales declines impact quarterly earnings, influencing investor sentiment. Long-term effects depend on resolution of trade issues.

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