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Average new car prices hit a record $50,080 as loan rates near 9%, widening inequality in the auto market. Wealthier buyers dominate new sales while subprime borrowers face record delinquencies and soaring default risks.
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00:00It's Benzinga, bringing Wall Street to Main Street.
00:02U.S. consumers face widening inequality in the auto market as average new car prices
00:06topped $50,000 for the first time last month, according to CNBC.
00:11Moalthier households with access to capital and favorable loan rates are fueling new car sales,
00:15while budget-conscious buyers are retreating to the used market or avoiding purchases.
00:19Average new auto loan rates reached about 9% in August,
00:22with subprime borrowers facing much higher rates of 18% to 20% and greater default risks.
00:28Record new high car prices of $50,080 coincide with rising delinquencies, defaults, and repossessions,
00:34especially among subprime borrowers, with FICO scores below 620.
00:38Fitch ratings said 6.43% of subprime auto loans were 16 days overdue in August, near record highs.
00:45Economists warn this trend reflects a K-shaped economy,
00:47where the rich gain from stock and housing growth,
00:49while lowering consumers struggle with debt and inflation.
00:52For all things money, visit Benzinga.com.
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