This report provides a fact-based assessment of Michigan’s economic competitiveness relative to other states. Michigan’s performance is compared on key output (e.g., employment, GFP) and input (e.g., labor cost) metrics. A set of “traditional,” “new economy,’ and “Top Ten” benchmark states were used to provide multiple reference points to evaluate Michigan’s performance.
Leading What’s Next… As we come to the end of another calendar year, it’s great to reflect on all that has been accomplished. We’ve made new strides in connecting business with...
Read MoreDETROIT, Mich.—Business Leaders for Michigan (BLM), the state’s business roundtable, released a major report on the state’s economic performance Monday, highlighting the impact of key policy and...
Read MoreDETROIT — Michigan’s business leaders will focus on the state’s ability to weather a major recession and thrive in a knowledge economy when they meet at a major CEO summit in Detroit next month....
Read MoreCapital investment, job growth expected to remain stable over next 6–12 months but growing number see downturn ahead DETROIT— A majority of Michigan business leaders expect to continue or boost th...
Read MoreAs of July, the U.S. economic recovery from the Great Recession is now the longest in American history, dating to the 1850s. Yet several factors are emerging that could leave the state more vulnerable...
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