Institute for Local Self-Reliance

26 Jan 2012

Independent Businesses Report Strong Holiday Sales

by Stacy Mitchell | Date: 26 Jan 2012 | posted in: Press Release, Retail | 1

An annual survey has found that independent businesses had strong sales growth over the holidays and appear to be benefitting from growing public interest in supporting locally owned retail stores, banks, restaurants, and other enterprises.… Read More

23 Jan 2008

Survey Finds “Buy Local” Campaigns Boosted Holiday Spending at Independent Stores

by ILSR | Date: 23 Jan 2008 | posted in: Retail | 0

As major chains report weak holiday sales, a nationwide survey of 1,382 independent retailers has found that a desire to support locally owned businesses is emerging as a factor in people’s shopping choices.… Read More

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