Seidman School of Business

Report: West Michigan Economy Growing Again

GRAND RAPIDS - After months of slumping economic performance, the West Michigan economy appears to be showing signs of growth again, according to a Grand Valley State University researcher. Brian Long, director of supply chain management research at the Seidman College of Business, said his annual survey of regional purchasing managers and businesses showed some

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GVSU Economist: Slower Growth Ahead For West Michigan Economy 

GRAND RAPIDS - After six months of disappointing car sales, the impact on local auto parts suppliers is finally being felt by the West Michigan economy, a Grand Valley State University expert said. The survey's index of business improvement (new orders) came in at +8, considerably below last month's +31. The production index eased to +6 from +26. The

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