Q4 2023 Equipment Market Update - Construction Equipment Values drop by 5% in Q3.
Winter is a time with snow-covered trees, the stock market dips; and the equipment market continues to slows too.
Construction
Construction equipment FMV dropped by 5% from September to October 2023, hitting $101,194.60, marking the sharpest monthly decline in two years. Fleet managers looking to unload unused or underperforming equipment are driving down liquidation values as well.
Lift/Access
Fair Market Values for Lift/Access equipment have held steady this fall but are showing significant gains of close to 25% year over year, with industry experts foresee a possible softening trend in the coming year.
Agriculture
FMV for agriculture equipment maintained stability, reaching an average of $45,304.13 in October 2023, reflecting a 4% increase. Auction prices have shown a slight 1% decrease compared to the previous month, signalling potential market steadiness amidst uncertainty.
Source: EquipmenWatch by Randall Reilly (full report here)
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