The 2026 Cost of Doing Business Study (CODB) is underway, and the North American Equipment Dealers Assn. is asking dealers to submit financials to help reach their goal of 100+ participants. Your data strengthens the industry’s most trusted benchmarking source.

Participating provides valuable benefits for dealers, including a complimentary CODB Report upon submission of financial data, access to trusted industry benchmarks for budgeting and performance planning, and reliable data to support valuations, estate planning and buy/sell agreements. It also strengthens advocacy efforts on tax and regulatory issues while providing year-over-year trend analysis to help drive long-term business improvement.

The completed survey results will be priced as follows:

  • Equipment Dealers who submit financials – No charge
  • Members who do not submit financial information – $500 per survey
  • Nonmembers who do not submit financial information – $750 per survey

The deadline to participate is Friday, July 31, 2026.

To participate, please submit:

There are several ways to submit your form and finance info. Here are your options:

  • Secure online file share is the easiest and most secure way to send your financials. Just click the link, fill in your information, and upload your financials. Be sure to include the CODB Dealer Form.
  • Email your financials and CODB Dealer Form to lfinch@naeda.com
  • Forms may also be mailed to EDC, 10100 N. Ambassador Dr, Ste 310, Kansas City, MO 64153

Your information will be kept in the strictest confidence.

If you choose to submit anonymously, be sure to send us the tear-off from the CODB Dealer Form separately to get the results at no charge or email lfinch@naeda.com.

Once again, the deadline to complete your submission is Friday, July 31, 2026!

If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please contact your Association office at (800) 661-2452.

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