Retail Index

Michigan Retail Association in conjunction with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago’s Detroit office conducts monthly research among Michigan retail and small businesses to determine the health of the state’s retail and its impact on Michigan’s economy.

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.

The Importance of Responding to the Retail Index

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Each and every month, MRA sends an email to our members to ask a simple question: How were your sales last month? 

While you might think this is just another email clogging up the precious space in your inbox,

Michigan Retailers Report Dec. Sales Rise Over Nov.

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December retail sales index up year-over-year

Michigan Retailers Association today reports that December 2023 sales rose for the first time since September, landing at 47.1 on the 100-point Retail Index.