September sales slow; GM strike a question mark
LANSING, Mich. – Retail sales slowed in September coming off a strong month of sales in August.
The September Retail Index survey came in at 42.7, a decrease from September 2018’s 53.9,
August shows strong retail sales
Retail sales have had ups and downs this year, but August helped make up for the slow periods.
The August Retail Index survey came in at 60.1, a decrease from August 2018’s 73.2,
Retail Index: Summer weather in July helps Michigan sales
LANSING, Mich. – July was a much better month for Michigan retailers, as parents started back-to-school shopping and summer weather encouraged shoppers to hit the stores after a cold, rainy June.
