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Month: April 2025

Michigan Retailers’ Optimism Fades Following Second Consecutive Month of Declining Sales

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Retailers Report Lowest 3-Month Outlook Since 2023

Michigan Retailers Association reports that March 2025’s Retail Index landed at 44.7, indicating a decline in sales. While this score marks a slight increase over February’s 41.5 on the 100-point scale,

Creative Counsel: Welcome a Change in Your Strategy

In March, I had the pleasure of attending Crain’s Power Breakfast, themed “Women Who Mean Business.” We heard from great panelists and speakers who shared their stories and tips for succeeding in business.

Legally Speaking: Spring Cleaning of a Different Variety

Every year many of us go through the usual spring cleaning routine including tasks like sweeping out the garage, rotating your wardrobe, and prepping outdoor furniture, among others. Michigan Retailers Association engages in a different sort of annual spring cleaning: making sure that we’re fully prepared to maintain business continuity in the event of a disaster,