Economics
GVSU survey: Tariff impact leads to pessimism in West Michigan economy
Brian Long, the director of supply management research at GVSU’s Seidman College of Business, said responses from March’s survey participants reflected a noticeable trend.
Apr 9, 2025
GVSU survey finds economic uncertainty among West Michigan businesses
Federal tariffs are causing economic anxiety in the region, according to Brian Long, director of supply management research at GVSU's Seidman College of Business
Mar 11, 2025
GVSU research shows region's business confidence reaches new heights
West Michigan's businesses and purchasing managers are seeing a slow, but positive start to the economy in 2025, said a Grand Valley State University researcher.
Feb 12, 2025
GVSU report highlights business optimism, moderate growth for West Michigan in 2025
Paul Isely, associate dean and professor of economics at the Seidman College of Business, said his findings highlight several positive economic trends for the Grand Rapids region of Kent, Ottawa, Muskegon and Allegan counties.
Jan 29, 2025
West Michigan business confidence rebounds as 2025 outlook brightens, says GVSU researcher
Brian Long, director of supply management research at GVSU’s Seidman College of Business, said the West Michigan economy concluded 2024 on a marginally positive note, a trend expected to continue into 2025.
Jan 9, 2025
GVSU survey hints at encouraging signs for West Michigan economy
After months of slumping performance, the West Michigan economy appears to be showing signs of growth again, according to a GVSU researcher's data.
Nov 11, 2024
Data shows GVSU No. 1 in nation at retaining graduates in state
Research by the Upjohn Institute shows that nearly five GVSU graduates remain in the state for every $100,000 in state funds — the best return on investment of any university in the nation.
Aug 26, 2024
West Michigan economy stalls after four-month growth, says GVSU survey
Brian Long, director of supply management research at the Seidman College of Business, said his monthly survey of local businesses and purchasing managers reflected sharp declines in two key indices.
Jul 10, 2024
Survey shows another month of modest growth for West Michigan economy
A GVSU survey of West Michigan purchasing managers and businesses indicates the region's economy continues to chug along at a steady pace after posting a fourth straight month of modest growth.
Jun 11, 2024
West Michigan economy continues modest growth, says GVSU researcher
A survey of West Michigan businesses and managers conducted by a Grand Valley researcher shows a promising trend of modest economic growth for the region’s economy.
May 7, 2024
