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Month: August 2024

A Letter from the President and CEO

Dear Valued Members,

I want to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for your valued membership with Michigan Retailers Association. Together, we’ve built a vibrant community of retailers who are dedicated to fostering a thriving local economy.

Michigan Retailers’ July Sales See Rise Over June

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100-point Index marker reaches highest point since February 2024

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Retailers Association today reports that July 2024 sales rose over June, landing at 47.5 on the 100-point Retail Index.

Numerator: Private Label Trends

Over the past year, private label products have constituted nearly 23% of unit sales across ten key product sectors. The general merchandise categories – including office supplies, home and garden items,