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Where's the productivity?
In spite of headlines pointing to emerging signs of recovery, the economy continues to perform poorly. Jobs and hours worked are a poor guide to the economy’s health. More important is productivity, which determines living standards.
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Area retail continues on strong path
New tenants are coming in and more new construction is expected.
Most economists claim consumer spending accounts for at least two-thirds of a location’s economy.
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Euro Area proves troublesome for Michigan exporters
Foreign shipments from Michigan’s companies declined in January.
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Several looming factors signal economic caution
Think the heart of the economy in West Michigan and the nation is beating stronger?
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Non-industrial countries will be Michigan’s best customers
The latest international trade indicators for Michigan show that in the last month of 2012, foreign sales fell to $4.95 billion, from $5.12 billion in November.
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Economic fundamentals stronger in 2013
Following relatively weak growth in 2012, the economic fundamentals are starting to look much better for the rest of 2013.
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Street Talk: Motor City: It’s time to pay the piper
Pot of gold.
Like it or not, West Michigan’s business fortunes are tied to Detroit.
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Why is the fiscal-cliff agreement good news?
There are several reasons why the fiscal-cliff agreement represents a positive policy development.
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Street Talk: Michigan needs a lesson in climate change
Safety first.
How good is Michigan’s economic climate? The answer depends on who you are asking.
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Is our welcome sign up for diverse talent?
Michigan is going through a significant economic transition. The continued reduction of Michigan’s manufacturing base has led to higher focus on being a knowledge-based economy. Governor Rick Snyder has referred to this transition as “Reinventing Michigan.”
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