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Retail-Specific Election Guidance: Friends of Retail

MRA’s 2024 General Election Friends of Retail

The Michigan Primary Election saw over 2 million voters across the state of Michigan. Seventy of our 81 Friends of Retail move on to the November 5 General Election ballot.

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.

Michigan Retailers’ August Sales Dip Following July’s High

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100-point Index marker sees a 2.6-point decline in August, but towers over 2023 numbers by more than 12-points 

Michigan Retailers Association today reports that August 2024 sales decreased in comparison to July,

Michigan Retailers Association announces Victoria Veda as VP, Communications

Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) is pleased to announce Victoria Veda as its new Vice President, Communications beginning Sept. 3, 2024.

Veda comes to MRA with an extensive background supporting Michigan’s retailers and small businesses through work in marketing and brand consulting.

A Letter from the President and CEO

Dear Valued Members,

I want to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for your valued membership with Michigan Retailers Association. Together, we’ve built a vibrant community of retailers who are dedicated to fostering a thriving local economy.

Michigan Retailers’ July Sales See Rise Over June

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100-point Index marker reaches highest point since February 2024

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Retailers Association today reports that July 2024 sales rose over June, landing at 47.5 on the 100-point Retail Index.

Numerator: Private Label Trends

Over the past year, private label products have constituted nearly 23% of unit sales across ten key product sectors. The general merchandise categories – including office supplies, home and garden items,