Detroit City Wire

As economic conditions remain uncertain, businesses in Metro Detroit are focusing on preparing for upcoming challenges highlighted in the latest report from the Detroit Regional Chamber. The annual State of the Region report reveals mixed economic conditions in the state, where economic growth aligns with national trends, but concerns about inflation and trade policies continue.

"Companies are taking very much a wait-and-see approach," stated Sandy K. Baruah, the chamber's President and CEO. He noted, "But we're seeing in the data, in the anecdotal data, where one — Michigan is certainly at a disproportionate risk in terms of many of the policy changes that are being contemplated in Washington. Tariffs being one, EV policy being another. And we're seeing the data change, the early signs of some significant data changes in terms of sentiment and confidence and things like that."

The report indicates that policy changes in Washington, such as those involving tariffs and electric vehicle policy, could place Michigan at particular risk. Business leaders are reminded of the significance of staying informed and proactive in this evolving economic landscape.