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West Michigan Economy Continues Advance
The West Michigan industrial economy is “up a little more,” according to the results of a monthly survey compiled by Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University.
Purchasing Managers Index Shows Detroit-Area Economy Slowed In November
The Southeast Michigan Purchasing Managers Index for November is at 51.9, dropping eight points from the October PMI of 58.9 and indicating slowing growth in the Southeast Michigan economy.
Southeast Michigan Purchasing Managers Index Rebounds After Slump
DETROIT — The Southeast Michigan Purchasing Managers Index showed improvement for the second consecutive month. The index value of 58.9 in October is a considerable improvement over the September PMI of 50.6. An index value […]
West Michigan ISM Forecasts Slower Growth
The greater Grand Rapids industrial economy is experiencing slower growth, according to the results of a monthly survey compiled by Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University.
West Michigan Industrial Economy ‘Modestly Stronger’
The West Michigan industrial economy was modestly stronger in April compared to March, according to the results of a monthly survey compiled by Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University.
Purchasing Managers Report: Metro Detroit Economy Growing Steadily
The Southeast Michigan Purchasing Managers Index came in at 62.6 in April, dipping slightly from 66.1 in March. But officials say the index still shows strong economic growth.
Southeast Michigan Purchasing Managers Index Jumps In February
The Southeast Michigan Purchasing Managers Index jumped eight points in February to a four-month high of 63.5. Index values above 50 generally represent an expanding economy. The Index expanded for the 13th straight month, with […]
Purchasing Managers Say Michigan Economy Showing Sustained Growth
The Southeast Michigan Purchasing Managers Index is up for the eighth straight month, providing a score of 67.1 in October. The rising index suggests a slightly stronger economic growth compared to September’s score of 65. […]


















