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By: William J. Hallan, President and CEO, Michigan Retailers Association
As we emerge from the darkness of winter into a very welcome and early spring, I am reminded of a common biblical verse: “the Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away.” As the gray skies part and the sun peeks out,
Michigan Retailers Report Low February Sales, Mirroring January
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LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Retailers Association today reports that February 2024 sales performed moderately, landing at 48.0 on the 100-point Retail Index. The January 2024 Retail Index also came in at 48.0,
Michigan Retailers Report Low January Sales, Positive Future Outlook
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Michigan Retailers Association today reports that January 2024 sales performed moderately, landing at 48.0 on the 100-point Retail Index. The January 2023 Retail Index came in at 53.8, indicating a 10.8 percent decrease year-over-year.