Premium Boats Still Strong
November 22, 2023
In October, dealers said hard work and follow-up paid off as consumers remained wary of economic instability and high interest rates.
In October, dealers said hard work and follow-up paid off as consumers remained wary of economic instability and high interest rates.
After a glimmer of hope at winter boat shows, most dealers are disappointed by declining sales and tough economic times.
Dealers that want to give feedback on market conditions and sentiment are invited to participate in a five-question survey.
Soundings Trade Only is inviting readers who are dealers to participate in the monthly Marine Retail Pulse Report survey.
Soundings Trade Only is inviting readers who are dealers to participate in the monthly Marine Retail Pulse Report survey.
Sentiment remains at an all-time high but long-term view dims
Marine dealers reported strong new-boat sales growth in March, albeit at a lower rate than in February.
In October, dealers said hard work and follow-up paid off as consumers remained wary of economic instability and high interest rates.
After a glimmer of hope at winter boat shows, most dealers are disappointed by declining sales and tough economic times.
Dealers unanimously agree: There are not enough new boats.
Dealers that want to give feedback on market conditions and sentiment are invited to participate in a five-question survey.
Soundings Trade Only is inviting readers who are dealers to participate in the monthly Marine Retail Pulse Report survey.
Soundings Trade Only is inviting readers who are dealers to participate in the monthly Marine Retail Pulse Report survey.
Sentiment remains at an all-time high but long-term view dims
Marine dealers reported strong new-boat sales growth in March, albeit at a lower rate than in February.
