The Q4 2025 edition of our Market Trends Report provides a granular look at the drivers moving the industry. From the surge in backhoe demand to pricing shifts in the forklift sector, we provide the intelligence you need to make informed investment decisions and stay ahead of the curve.

Key findings for Q4 2025:

• Backhoe loaders: ⬆34% increase in buyer demand on Mascus compared to Q4 2024.
• Mobile excavators: ⬆24% increase in Ritchie Bros. auction sales compared to Q4 2024.
• Skid steer loaders: ⬇13% decrease in the median price at auctions compared to the same period last year.
• Diesel forklifts: ⬆69% increase in the median price at auctions compared to the same period last year.
• Tractors: Top countries for buyer demand on Mascus were Germany, Sweden and Denmark.