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Michigan Future Business Index

What drives Michigan’s small and medium-sized businesses? Find out with the Michigan Future Business Index (MFBI) Survey. This in-depth, semi-annual report organizes valuable insights and trends about Michigan businesses into one easy-to-read source. 

What Does the Report Include?

Commissioned by the Michigan Business Network and sponsored by Cinnaire, the report offers valuable insights from small to medium-sized businesses across the state. This survey covers a wide range of crucial topics that impact Michigan businesses, including:

Economic Satisfaction

Delve into the overall satisfaction levels among Michigan's business owners and learn about the factors contributing to their contentment with the current economic climate.

Challenges and Opportunities

Delve into the overall satisfaction levels among Michigan's business owners and learn about the factors contributing to their contentment with the current economic climate.

Sales and Profits

Gain insights into the sales and profit trends over the past year and explore projections for future growth and success.

Business Plans

Learn about business owners' strategies and plans to navigate the ever-changing market, including investing in advertising, new equipment, and product/service expansion.

Who Benefits from MFBI Survey Data?

Community Leaders

Understand the economic pulse of the region to make informed decisions and strategic initiatives that drive local growth.

Policymakers

Find unique economic insights to develop future policies that more directly respond to the needs of local businesses.

Advocates

Leverage data in the MFBI report to form use cases and advocate for resources, funding, and initiatives that benefit the Michigan business community.

Business Owners

Gain actionable intelligence to refine your strategies, adapt to changing market dynamics, and tap into emerging opportunities in Michigan.

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