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 MoreLaunch Michigan is a diverse alliance of education, labor, business and philanthropic organizations, and parents and civic leaders committed to establishing a shared agenda to ensure all Michigan stud...
Read MoreFrom Crain’s Detroit – In the last couple of years, many economists have suggested that the U.S. economy could enter a recession in 2020 or 2021. Trade wars, ballooning corporate and perso...
Read MoreThat’s a wrap for another fantastic CEO Summit. Our event on Nov. 5 was aimed at figuring out what’s headed our way next: a recession? Further economic growth with new hires and business expansion...
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