Toyota Motor's US September Sales Drop; Electrified Vehicles Account For Nearly 50% Of Sales
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Toyota Motor Corporation reported a significant drop in U.S. sales for September, with a 20.3% decline in volume. However, nearly 50% of sales were electrified vehicles, marking a 22.4% increase in this segment. Despite the overall sales drop, Toyota remains the top retail brand, and Lexus achieved its best-ever year-to-date sales.
October 01, 2024 | 5:42 pm
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Toyota's U.S. sales fell 20.3% in September, but electrified vehicles accounted for nearly 50% of sales, showing growth in this segment. Despite the sales drop, Toyota remains the top retail brand.
The decline in overall sales volume is a negative indicator for Toyota's short-term stock performance. However, the growth in electrified vehicle sales is a positive sign for future prospects. The immediate market reaction is slightly negative, as reflected by the 0.54% drop in TM shares.
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