The Importance of Responding to the Retail Index
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,
From the CEO: New Year, New Opportunities
As we kick off 2024, I thought it might be helpful to provide a quick rundown of some of our services so you can take full advantage of your MRA membership in the new year.
Regulatory Rundown: February/March 2024 Michigan Retailer
Regulatory News & Trends
NRF and Appriss Retail Report: $743 Billion in Merchandise Returned in 2023
The National Retail Federation (NRF) partnered with Appriss Retail to pair its customers’ returns data with NRF survey responses to get a snapshot of consumer returns trends.
Michigan Retailers Report Dec. Sales Rise Over Nov.
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.
Michigan Retailers Reports Retail Sales Fall Again
Retailers report second consecutive month of sales decrease
Michigan Retailers Association today reports that November 2023 sales fell for the second consecutive month, landing at 41.0 on the 100-point Retail Index.
MRA to Award 13 Retailers Foundation Scholarships in 2024
MRA’s annual scholarship competition will launch on Jan. 1 for the 2024-25 academic year. The Foundation will award 13 scholarships, each worth $3,500. Contributions to the MRA Foundation come from MRA members,
How to Attract New Business in Winter Months
By: Andrea Bitely, Vice President Communications and Marketing
After the holiday decorations are stored away, the excitement of gift shopping wanes, and Michigan returns to its slate gray skies and dreary late January weather,
Youth Boxing Program Transforms Young Lives in Detroit
By: Shandra Martinez
In Detroit, Khali Sweeney’s Downtown Boxing Gym (DBG) is making a profound impact on the city’s children, providing them with opportunities and support he wished he had when he was growing up on the city’s East Side.
Legally Speaking: Avoiding Regrettable Hiring Decisions
With workforce participation lagging well below available job openings and a working environment that is more skill-set specific, hiring in today’s market can be a tall order. This pressure on the job market is only heightened during the busy holiday season.
