Decline in new equipment margins over the past decade
Mercer Capital, 2024
THE AFTERMARKET SQUEEZE
New equipment margins are shrinking, while spare parts and accessories are the real profitability engine for manufacturers. But for the modern B2B buyer, non-genuine suppliers are winning on convenience. Take 2 minutes now to find out where you stand.
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Decline in new equipment margins over the past decade
Mercer Capital, 2024
Of aftermarket parts sales now involve non-genuine components
INFERENCE FROM MCKINSEY, ROLAND BERGER, BCG, SEMA DATA
Higher margins in aftermarket vs. new equipment sales
McKinsey & Company, 2024
Buyers expect to discover, configure and order genuine parts in minutes — not days. Friction is what sends them to non-genuine alternatives.
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