In the intricate dance of economic forecasting and policy analysis, the question of when the MPC will opt to cut rates in the UK has captured the attention of many, not least those of us deeply entrenched in the automotive sector.

As an ex-equity analyst with over 20 years of experience, I've come across various financial tools and methodologies. One that stands out for its effectiveness is the DuPont Methodology applied to ROCE (Return on Capital Employed).

In these challenging economic times, UK automotive dealers must pivot towards smarter, more strategic operations.

As a venture capitalist deeply involved in the automotive startup ecosystem, I recognise the challenges founders face in their journey from Seed to Series A funding.

As we embark upon 2024, the landscape for founders in the automotive sector is teeming with both potential and challenges.

After a year of dissecting trends and evaluating forecasts, I am ready to distil my findings into some predictions for 2024.