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Michigan Retailers’ October Sales Rise Over Stagnant September

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Retailers mark first positive activity index since June 2023

Michigan Retailers Association reports that October 2024’s Retail Index significantly increased to 54.5, in comparison to September’s 38.7 on the 100-point Retail Index.

Michigan Retailers See Fall in September Sales

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3-month optimism highest since summer 2023

Michigan Retailers Association reports that September 2024’s Retail Index decreased to 38.7, in comparison to August’s 44.9 on the 100-point Retail Index.

Holiday Shopping Season Kicks-Off with Annual Buy Nearby Weekend, Oct. 4-6

Shop local, visit participating retailers, and Keep Your Money in Michigan©

Businesses and consumers across the state will join the Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) next weekend in celebration of Buy Nearby Weekend.